HarleyW wrote:What about a Ducati Monster 640? Are those any good for a beginner.
Yes, the Monster 620 or 695 would be good for a beginner, but it is a bit more expensive, so you might be a little more upset if you drop it. If the money isn't an issue, than there is no problem.
It has a little more power than a GS500 or EX500, but not it is not that noticible.
2008 BMW K1200S
2003 Z1000 - For Sale
1979 KZ650B - Work in progress
2005 Ducati SS 1000DS - sold :'(
1994 VFR750 Interceptor - sold
1984 VF700F Interceptor - sold
2004 Hyosung GV250 - sold
HarleyW wrote:Thats what my bro said abot the monster, too. He also said his Multistrade would be good. I like ducati, they lood great.
Yep, if you like the looks of the multistrada, it is actually a better all-around motorcycle. The monster is a great bike, but the wind protection and seating position on the multistrada are better for all-around riding. The monster is great for the city, twisty backroads, etc. But like a cruiser without a fairing, you get hammered on the highway.
2008 BMW K1200S
2003 Z1000 - For Sale
1979 KZ650B - Work in progress
2005 Ducati SS 1000DS - sold :'(
1994 VFR750 Interceptor - sold
1984 VF700F Interceptor - sold
2004 Hyosung GV250 - sold
DivideOverflow wrote: The monster is great for the city, twisty backroads, etc. But like a cruiser without a fairing, you get hammered on the highway.
I have to disagree with that last point. Our Monster is a pleasure to ride on the highway. Compared to my VFR and VTR it is the most comfortable touring bike of the bunch.
DivideOverflow wrote: The monster is great for the city, twisty backroads, etc. But like a cruiser without a fairing, you get hammered on the highway.
I have to disagree with that last point. Our Monster is a pleasure to ride on the highway. Compared to my VFR and VTR it is the most comfortable touring bike of the bunch.
Really??? Maybe I have a long neck... The little fairing on the front did an alright job, but my head was hit with wind like when I'm on a cruiser without a windshield. It doesn't really bother me, and I would love to own one... but that kind of surprises me.
You think the monster is better than the VFR on the highway? Could you please go into the reasons why? I have very limited seat time on a monster, and I'm very interested to hear your perspective on it.
2008 BMW K1200S
2003 Z1000 - For Sale
1979 KZ650B - Work in progress
2005 Ducati SS 1000DS - sold :'(
1994 VFR750 Interceptor - sold
1984 VF700F Interceptor - sold
2004 Hyosung GV250 - sold
If you aren't planning on being on the interstate all the time, get the Ninja 250. For riding around on city streets and on highways, it would be much more fun (and capable) to ride than a larger bike. And don't worry if you need to ride on the interstate, the Ninja will handle it just fine, even for 12 straight hours of 75+ mph. The only downside with the Ninja is that YOU might not be very comfortable at those speeds.
If you plan on spending significant time on the interstate, a larger cc bike would be more appropriate. But I think someone already mentioned this, don't think of the Ninja as being the one and only bike you'll ever own. However, you might have so much fun with it that you decide to keep it in addition to future bikes that you purchase.
ZZR600
VTR250 - Nothing quite like your first love
With everything that I've been reading it seems like the SV is a nice all around choice. From highways to city, it has the handling & torque to get you where you need to go. Strong after market support and a good community base.
After listening to yall, im getting very excited about riding. Im taking my msf in two weeks, and then buying my bike. I just cant wait. Thanks for the help yall.
You are your life, dont shove a stick up your "O Ring".
DivideOverflow wrote: The monster is great for the city, twisty backroads, etc. But like a cruiser without a fairing, you get hammered on the highway.
I have to disagree with that last point. Our Monster is a pleasure to ride on the highway. Compared to my VFR and VTR it is the most comfortable touring bike of the bunch.
Really??? Maybe I have a long neck... The little fairing on the front did an alright job, but my head was hit with wind like when I'm on a cruiser without a windshield. It doesn't really bother me, and I would love to own one... but that kind of surprises me.
You think the monster is better than the VFR on the highway? Could you please go into the reasons why? I have very limited seat time on a monster, and I'm very interested to hear your perspective on it.
After over-cooking it many times riding rockets on tour my wrists have some severe issues. The Monster has a great riding position with a nice balance of wind on my torso. The handlebar is a little wide but overall it is a very decent touring mount.
I also find that a lot of bikes that I have owned with farings are less comfortable than those without. Many sport fairings tend to concentrate the wind blast towards your upper torso magnifying the problem. I was amazed at how much more comfortable my VTR was with the fairing removed. In spending 7 days on tour witht he Monster last summer it still felt great towards the end.
My VFR experience is limitied but it is obvious that it is much better than the VTR. I still have my doubts as to whether it will be as good as the Monster after several days in the saddle (after my 3 hour long rides that I have taken thus far). I'll know for sure after my tour in June.
Cheers,
High_Side
