"Replacing my Triumph Speed Triple" thread in "Motorbike Chat"
Originally Posted by protoborg Put this in context. First beemer R60/7, bought hardly run in (9K IIRC) had it almost 3 years, did 72K on ...

RiceBurner · 26-06-08, 08:01

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Originally Posted by protoborg

Put this in context.

First beemer R60/7, bought hardly run in (9K IIRC) had it almost 3 years, did 72K on it in that time and apart from normal wear not a single problem.

Bought an R65 out of the box.
Vibration, back to dealer.
Ignition failure, back to dealer, ignition replacement, comes out with more vibration than before.
Gearbox failure, dealer replacement, can't do anything about vibration.
Front brake jams causing crash, dealer haggles about replacing tank and panels, will get in touch with BMW GB about vibration.
2nd Ignition failure, BMW GB haven't got back to them about vibration, complete ignition system replacement.
After 9 months I was desperate to get anything else to ride.

Since owned an R80 but it was stolen after I'd only had it about a month and never found.

Sounds shitty.

BTW - I remembered something the other day - I believe that the R65LS (as opposed to the normal R60) had a differently weighted crank/flywheel. May have reduced the vibes in comparison to the regular R60. (I can't remember if it was lighter or heavier).

SuperSonic · 26-06-08, 08:32

Personally, I think I'd take the Griso from that shortlist.

If I was going to the Guzzi shop, I'd probably test ride one of these while i was there...

1200 sport
Moto Guzzi

herriwullie · 26-06-08, 08:46

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Originally Posted by SuperSonic

Personally, I think I'd take the Griso from that shortlist.

If I was going to the Guzzi shop, I'd probably test ride one of these while i was there...

1200 sport
Moto Guzzi

Hmmm... very good plan. From what's being written farily regularly about the Stelvio and Griso (by, admittedly, journalists) there are a few moans about the 8v motor being a bit peaky and lacking in balls.....

Tried any other twins? Suzuki SV 1000 or any of the variants or Italian re-users

Would you consider going back to a well re-furbed older Guzzi? you could get a completely rebuilt Lemon for loads less than a new bike.... or is that sacrilege

herriwullie · 26-06-08, 08:47

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Originally Posted by RiceBurner

Sounds shitty.

BTW - I remembered something the other day - I believe that the R65LS (as opposed to the normal R60) had a differently weighted crank/flywheel. May have reduced the vibes in comparison to the regular R60. (I can't remember if it was lighter or heavier).

Go and get a bucket of hot water and Dettol.... the stench of stale piss is getting unbearable

Olly · 26-06-08, 08:59

Trogladyte · 26-06-08, 11:57

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Originally Posted by Dumb Ape

Rocket ... you know it makes sense (well actually it makes NO sense, but you'd still love it)

Rocket 3? For commuting?

Trogladyte · 26-06-08, 11:59

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Originally Posted by Olly

Wassat? Shiver?

Trogladyte · 26-06-08, 12:05

Anyone ridden the Mana?

Olly · 26-06-08, 12:35

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Originally Posted by Trogladyte

Wassat? Shiver?

Mana 850. Looks good, nice price. They're bringing a 1200 version out at the end of the year, apparently.

Trogladyte · 26-06-08, 21:50

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Originally Posted by Olly

Mana 850. Looks good, nice price. They're bringing a 1200 version out at the end of the year, apparently.

Ridden it? Autobox innit?

Olly · 26-06-08, 22:44

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Originally Posted by Trogladyte

Ridden it? Autobox innit?

Nope, unfortunately not yet. Looks bloody good though, and the price is keen. Worth a closer look, I reckon.

Milky82 · 26-06-08, 23:02

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Originally Posted by Trogladyte

Ridden it? Autobox innit?

I took the 750 shiva out last month, its a tall bugger and the suspension is set up more for racing than roads however it handles well and it pull like a train for a 750

Gedge · 27-06-08, 09:42

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Originally Posted by Olly

Mana 850. Looks good, nice price. They're bringing a 1200 version out at the end of the year, apparently.

A complete muppet would buy two

YouTube - Muppets - Mahna Mahna

Olly · 27-06-08, 09:43

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Originally Posted by Gedge

A complete muppet would buy two

YouTube - Muppets - Mahna Mahna

Ba-dum tish!

Trogladyte · 27-06-08, 14:19

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Originally Posted by Gedge

A complete muppet would buy two

YouTube - Muppets - Mahna Mahna

You need help!

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SuperSonic Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Oxfordshire Posts: 446 Casino cash: £0 Thanks: 0 Thanked: 2/2	Re: Replacing my Striple Personally, I think I'd take the Griso from that shortlist. If I was going to the Guzzi shop, I'd probably test ride one of these while i was there... 1200 sport Moto Guzzi

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"Replacing my Triumph Speed Triple" thread in "Motorbike Chat" Originally Posted by protoborg Put this in context. First beemer R60/7, bought hardly run in (9K IIRC) had it almost 3 years, did 72K on ...

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"Replacing my Triumph Speed Triple" thread in "Motorbike Chat"
Originally Posted by protoborg Put this in context. First beemer R60/7, bought hardly run in (9K IIRC) had it almost 3 years, did 72K on ...