Is motorcycling allowed?

[BSG]

2022 Kawasaki KLR 650. The new one is here with a bunch of upgrades.

 

https://www.advpulse.com/adv-news/new-kawasaki-klr-650/

[RoddieJ]

So ... have you had a look yet .. .come on man

We are this.... close.... “...”

 

It’s pretty much crossing the T’s and dotting the I’s... I’ve requested a few fixes that he has agreed... So we wait, but it’s the one... [emoji1693]

[Hairy]

We are this.... close.... “...”

 

It’s pretty much crossing the T’s and dotting the I’s... I’ve requested a few fixes that he has agreed... So we wait, but it’s the one... [emoji1693]

flipping awesome, looks like it is going to be working out well for you!

[Hairy]

Do any of you riff raff have any experience on the SV650's .... not the ugly ones, but the nicer ones from 2016/7 I think it was.

[Stoffel76]

Hmmm, this looks like a (cautiously) good deal if anyone is interested?

 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3020022658237063/

[RocknRolla]

Do any of you riff raff have any experience on the SV650's .... not the ugly ones, but the nicer ones from 2016/7 I think it was.

 

 

Not personal experience, but I have always liked them.

The Motor from the SV was used in the Vstrom for many years, and they seem to be ok.

[Hairy]

Not personal experience, but I have always liked them.

The Motor from the SV was used in the Vstrom for many years, and they seem to be ok.

I was at Scott Motors the other day kicking tyres and this SV got my attention.

 

Also my first time at their shop and they were really great to speak to and assisting me (Someone who really know nothing and trying to learn more)

 

 

https://scottmotors.co.za/current-stock/

[Steven Knoetze (sk27)]

Hmmm, this looks like a (cautiously) good deal if anyone is interested?

 

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3020022658237063/

 

Seen much better at the sameish price.

Based off of those pictures, I personally would stay away.

Those are still the older Desmo's and very heavy on maintenance. Short intervals, lots of belts replacements and valve checks need to be done.

 

[Steven Knoetze (sk27)]

I was at Scott Motors the other day kicking tyres and this SV got my attention.

 

Also my first time at their shop and they were really great to speak to and assisting me (Someone who really know nothing and trying to learn more)

 

 

https://scottmotors.co.za/current-stock/

 

Would rather take the MT07 they have, similar price.

That being said, cannot go wrong with the SV. My dad has the DL650, super smooth, fairly punchy. Just don't expect superbike performance and cost a screen....

[Hairy]

Would rather take the MT07 they have, similar price.

That being said, cannot go wrong with the SV. My dad has the DL650, super smooth, fairly punchy. Just don't expect superbike performance and cost a screen....

Thanks ... the MT07 does look good .. but still early days, but closer that it was last year when I started looking around and asking questions.

 

1. Doing home renovations shortly

2. Spend what little is left from the renovations, with a little extra added from private work = buy new (second hand) bike.

3. AT LEAST THE WIFE HAS BOUGHT INTO THIS WHOLE DEAL, so that hurdle has been crossed and she is supportive.

 

https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-motorcycles-scooters/milnerton/2015-yamaha-mt07-what-a-beauty/1008781623850911415040509

[Steven Knoetze (sk27)]

Thanks ... the MT07 does look good .. but still early days, but closer that it was last year when I started looking around and asking questions.

 

1. Doing home renovations shortly

2. Spend what little is left from the renovations, with a little extra added from private work = buy new (second hand) bike.

3. AT LEAST THE WIFE HAS BOUGHT INTO THIS WHOLE DEAL, so that hurdle has been crossed and she is supportive.

 

https://www.gumtree.co.za/a-motorcycles-scooters/milnerton/2015-yamaha-mt07-what-a-beauty/1008781623850911415040509

 

Literally looked at a similar mileage and year model MT-09. Trying really hard to control my motorcycle procurement urges.

IT

 

IS

 

A

 

STRUGGLE!!!!!!!!!!

[i24]

2. Spend what little is left from the renovations,

 

I don't see a funding for much bike coming out from this

[Spokey]

Literally looked at a similar mileage and year model MT-09. Trying really hard to control my motorcycle procurement urges.

 

IT

 

IS

 

A

 

STRUGGLE!!!!!!!!!!

MT09 is quite frankly one of the most fun motorcycles I have had the pleasure of riding earnestly! Took one around Kyalami a few years ago when the big bike show and track try outs were going strong. The triple engine is a delight and such a beautiful sound. Exiting that last 90 degree left onto the straight was wonderful. I would buy this bike in a heart beat if I had the Randellas available. Truly worth a test ride and a little extra saving or reduction in the household account over the MT07 in my opinion!!

 

Just to be honest.....am chasing a 2007 Ducati 1098 at the moment.........almost deal done!

 

Edited to explain lack of Randellas for the MT!

Edited January 28, 2021 by Spokey

[Hairy]

I don't see a funding for much bike coming out from this

hence the additional bits added to the end of that sentence

[Spokey]

I was at Scott Motors the other day kicking tyres and this SV got my attention.

 

Also my first time at their shop and they were really great to speak to and assisting me (Someone who really know nothing and trying to learn more)

 

 

https://scottmotors.co.za/current-stock/

This is really a good looking bike, but check out the Yam MT and as much as the MT07 is a good bike.......really take a look at the MT09, a wonderful engine. I doubled up my sessions on the track when I test rode it, an absolutely delightful motorcycle. You can always ride with a partially closed throttle if you need to replicate the 07!!

[Spokey]

Am hoping to have secured this for delivery to my modest collection by the end of tomorrow............

If not....c’est la vie!!