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Bill Dog wrote:
SH's look like a scorpion taking a crap.
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Route 66 Lawdog wrote: froggieposition wrote: Bill Dog wrote: SH's look like a scorpion taking a crap. Bill x |
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DaveLX, that 600 has just affected you for a little while.
Sometimes I ride the 150 for a couple of days, then start preferring it for the next few. And sometimes I almost randomly choose the GTV, and start preferring it instead. Like having a couple of kids. I would never expect of one scoot that it should be more like the other. Instead, sharpchick and I give these babies equal love. ![]() |
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Quote: I've just been offered a brand new Honda CB500F for £450 deposit and £80 a month by a Honda main dealer. Hmm..... Believe me, I have no plans on selling the Vespa, as it's my work horse and remains a trusted mode of transportation for me. I sold my car and rely on the GTS to haul groceries, to commute in the city, and I enjoy cruising with my girl. It doesn't have to be an either or proposition. |
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BetrRedthanDed wrote: Quote: I've just been offered a brand new Honda CB500F for £450 deposit and £80 a month by a Honda main dealer. Hmm..... Believe me, I have no plans on selling the Vespa, as it's my work horse and remains a trusted mode of transportation for me. I sold my car and rely on the GTS to haul groceries, to commute in the city, and I enjoy cruising with my girl. It doesn't have to be an either or proposition. I was thinking a CB500F with Givi screen. Honda don't do their own for it, which is a bit bizarre. Just to keep the wind away from my chest a bit. I don't do long distance, mainly commuting. I test-rode the bike this morning. It seemed like an ideal thing to do during post-op recovery....! |
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I was thinking a CB500F with Givi screen. Honda don't do their own for it, which is a bit bizarre. Just to keep the wind away from my chest a bit. I don't do long distance, mainly commuting. I test-rode the bike this morning. It seemed like an ideal thing to do during post-op recovery....![/quote] Nice bike. If I was going to buy a bike, I think this would be the one. not too heavy, lowish seat height and capable of 115 mph. fast enough. With a top box probably the perfect all round bike ![]() |
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I looked at all of the Honda line and ended up with the NC700X, mostly because of the upright riding position and the trunk. It holds almost the same stuff as the pet carrier in my GT, something you will never find on another motorcycle without a top box.
I added a windscreen for riding comfort and it has turned out to be a wonderful touring bike. It also gets better fuel mileage than a Vespa GT. It is less of a "street bike" than anything in the CB range, and may not appeal to you, but it is a nice bike that fit my needs very well. Here it is alongside my brother's touring bike, the new R1200RT. ![]() |
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WLeuthold wrote: I looked at all of the Honda line and ended up with the NC700X, mostly because of the upright riding position and the trunk. It holds almost the same stuff as the pet carrier in my GT, something you will never find on another motorcycle without a top box. I added a windscreen for riding comfort and it has turned out to be a wonderful touring bike. It also gets better fuel mileage than a Vespa GT. It is less of a "street bike" than anything in the CB range, and may not appeal to you, but it is a nice bike that fit my needs very well. Here it is alongside my brother's touring bike, the new R1200RT. |
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Route 66 Lawdog wrote: Take a look at the Yamaha MT-09, Dave. |
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DaveLX wrote: I like the NC700X, but the deal on the CB500F was a good one. £4995 retail and I'm offered a brand new white one for £4495, with Givi rack fitted for my E370 top box. Apparently, the CB engine is more "revvy" and more like a traditional motorcycle engine too, compared to the NC, which is based on half a Honda Jazz engine. The 500 engine has similar power and economy with smoother and higher revving performance. A friend brought his Street Triple on a ride recently. Now that engine was fantastic. It sounded and revved like a race prepared engine. |
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Looking good, like the stickers! Hope you get a good price for it!
I'd like to think I'll go for the full licence some time in the future but just can justify the money right now |
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lx125man wrote: Looking good, like the stickers! Hope you get a good price for it! I'd like to think I'll go for the full licence some time in the future but just can justify the money right now 12 years worth of CBT = 4 days DAS. Sorted! |
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Dave,
What I have learned, as so many have said, motorcycles and scooters are different machines that are suited to different tasks. I have ridden the wife's Fly 190 just after getting on my Duc and don't want to ride the scooter any more...but then I get on my GTS and all is right with the world. In my opinion, the GTS is the most useful tool and I ride it 70% versus 30% for the Duc. In fairness, I did put shocks and brakes on the GTS to make it more responsive. If I could only keep one, it would be the GTS. Don't tell the Duc. |
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Route 66 Lawdog wrote: WLeuthold wrote: ...I switch between my bikes and there is a big difference, but each is unique and fun to ride once you get over the change... |
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Dave, congratulations on the new bike. Its not what you ride, but that you ride. There are plenty of roads for all to travel.
I rarely ride my scooter any longer. My time is limited and I prefer the bigger beemer. But, I cannot emotionally part with my Vespa. And, its great for getting to Padre games and parking for free or quick trips for coffee or breakfast. |
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caschnd1 wrote: DaveLX wrote: Don't hate me folks....I still have my LX, for now. I just bought this - -Craig |
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DaveLX wrote: Honda CB500F ABS roadster. You might enjoy the shifting and foot brake too. It took a little getting comfortable for me but I like the difference now. Not better, just a different experience. |
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DaveLX wrote: caschnd1 wrote: DaveLX wrote: Don't hate me folks....I still have my LX, for now. I just bought this - -Craig Enjoy, Dave! |
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Nice looking bike, Dave. I'm a big fan and I'm sure you'll be pretty happy, too. I got the ABS as well, but here stateside it comes in Darth Vader black instead of white.
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caschnd1 wrote: .....Very nice. I looked up the specs and it sounds like a terrific mid-size bike. My first Honda was a 1985 VF500F. Mid-size bikes are a lot of fun. Light weight, great handling, and gobs of power...... |
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BetrRedthanDed wrote: Nice looking bike, Dave. I'm a big fan and I'm sure you'll be pretty happy, too. I got the ABS as well, but here stateside it comes in Darth Vader black instead of white. Have fun. In the UK, it's now red,white or black, with ABS as standard. I might be wrong, but I think someone on here said something about ABS becoming mandatory for bikes over 125cc in the UK in 2016? Perhaps that's why it's already been made standard spec? |
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Route 66 Lawdog wrote: Congrats on the new bike, Dave. So, which one will wear that Gremlin bell? |
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WLeuthold wrote: DaveLX wrote: Honda CB500F ABS roadster. You might enjoy the shifting and foot brake too. It took a little getting comfortable for me but I like the difference now. Not better, just a different experience. |
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The CB500F (R and X) is aimed at A2 class license holders (max power 35kW = 47 hp). I think you'll just love it. Lots of power, nimble and reliable. It's a Honda! They are made in Thailand.
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khaosaming wrote: The CB500F (R and X) is aimed at A2 class license holders (max power 35kW = 47 hp). I think you'll just love it. Lots of power, nimble and reliable. It's a Honda! They are made in Thailand. Give it three years.... Whilst everyone raves about the CB500F, there's one downside - it needs a first service at 600 miles for a valve clearance adjustment, at a cost of £250 (depending on dealer). However, subsequent services are one a year/every 8000 miles, whichever is sooner. Second valve clearance service is at 16,000 miles. |
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lx125man wrote: What deal did you get on the honda Dave Essentially adds up to a £650/13% discount of a £4995 bike. I'm more than happy with that. |
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lx125man wrote: Nice one! Is that from chiswick? What's that place like? Big showroom? It's from Doble's Honda in Coulsdon. I purchased my Vision 110 from them last year too. They're a cracking dealership, great staff, both sales and service. I think they're also MCN Dealer of the Year. Chiswick Honda is okay I suppose, but I've found them better for service than sales. For example, Doble's reply e-mails the same day normally. I emailed Chiswick on Wednesday - still no reply. Honestly, I can highly recommend Doble's. If you need a contact there - PM me. |
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lx125man wrote: Nice one! Is that from chiswick? What's that place like? Big showroom? It's okay, reasonable parking. Coffee shop in the show room, popular with bikers. Big showroom. Infinity are upstairs - clothing/helmets/accessories. I'm sure they're okay, they just don't have that "family owned business" feeling that Doble's have. They're more of a corporate Honda outlet, I suppose. |
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DaveLX wrote: Well, my problem is sorted - I took delivery of my CB500F today. Woop woop! Health to enjoy dude. |
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