BIKE POST.
Well, it's almost October, but since the weather has been real nice I've been sneaking off for quick rides as often as I can.
I've come to the conclusion that I'll be saving up some cash over the winter months and buying a new bike in the spring or early summer.
I know some people might not understand it, but I just want to step it up a bit.
Don't get me wrong, I love my GS500 A LOT, and haven't even really rode the bike to its potential, but all the same, I just crave a new feeling.
And it's weird. I don't feel this way about cars or anything else. I guess it's because cars are cars and bikes are "toys' and instruments used to bring joy more than anything else. At least to me.
If anyone thinks it pointless to have purchased a GS500 and rode it for a season and a half, I assure you, it was not pointless. It was more or less the plan all along.
I had ZERO experience on motorcycles when I got it. I also had next to no confidence and this thing is an absolute wonder in building up both of those things. That is the reason they are so popular and why they exist.
I never wanted to climb onto a ridiculously powerful sport bike and kill myself.
In fact, I still don't, which is why it's been relatively easy choosing between a few new bikes.
My only requirements are that they be fuel injected and not cost a lot of money. And also be a Suzuki. I'm not really a brand loyalist by any means, but I love what they bring to the table.
first and most obvious choice:
Like the big brother to my GS500F. I've done so much reading about this thing that you'd think I already own one.
Though on paper, it's only 150 more cc's, I learned pretty quickly that displacement has very little to do with "power" instead you've got to look at the little details and this thing has an inline 4 cylinder fuel injected engine and by many (I've read them) accounts is one of the best values in biking today and a fantastic "do everything" middle weight bike.
It is significantly (physically) bigger and heavier than mine, which might actually feel nice.
I also read a bit about the Gladius:
Then I remembered sitting on my bro's 750 and just not feeling it. Undeniably cool looking, but I'm not a racer and would not want to be on this thing for more than 30 minutes at a time.
I much prefer sport bikes with more touring qualities like being able to sit up more, REAL handlebars and just general comfort, so I think the GSX650F fits the bill.
Honestly, if I had the space and the money, I would own several bikes. I mean it. from small ones to large ones and new ones and old ones.
I think once you get on one it's natural to crave more. Not necessarily to go faster...just more experiences.
As it stands, I'll probably sell my bike because it's just not feasible to own two. A few people at work are kind of interested and Ryan also mentioned he might get his bike license and would buy it, but who knows with THAT guy.
It's also possible I'll spend that money on pornography and blow and end up riding the GS forever, which doesn't bother me at all.
We'll see.
I've come to the conclusion that I'll be saving up some cash over the winter months and buying a new bike in the spring or early summer.
I know some people might not understand it, but I just want to step it up a bit.
Don't get me wrong, I love my GS500 A LOT, and haven't even really rode the bike to its potential, but all the same, I just crave a new feeling.
And it's weird. I don't feel this way about cars or anything else. I guess it's because cars are cars and bikes are "toys' and instruments used to bring joy more than anything else. At least to me.
If anyone thinks it pointless to have purchased a GS500 and rode it for a season and a half, I assure you, it was not pointless. It was more or less the plan all along.
I had ZERO experience on motorcycles when I got it. I also had next to no confidence and this thing is an absolute wonder in building up both of those things. That is the reason they are so popular and why they exist.
I never wanted to climb onto a ridiculously powerful sport bike and kill myself.
In fact, I still don't, which is why it's been relatively easy choosing between a few new bikes.
My only requirements are that they be fuel injected and not cost a lot of money. And also be a Suzuki. I'm not really a brand loyalist by any means, but I love what they bring to the table.
first and most obvious choice:
The GSX650F
Like the big brother to my GS500F. I've done so much reading about this thing that you'd think I already own one.
Though on paper, it's only 150 more cc's, I learned pretty quickly that displacement has very little to do with "power" instead you've got to look at the little details and this thing has an inline 4 cylinder fuel injected engine and by many (I've read them) accounts is one of the best values in biking today and a fantastic "do everything" middle weight bike.
It is significantly (physically) bigger and heavier than mine, which might actually feel nice.
I also read a bit about the Gladius:
Which was very obviously designed by aliens. (you either love this look or you don't) in the end, I just don't think I'd want to ride a naked bike though. No windscreen + no fairing = scary to me.
Then we come to the supersports, the real crotch rockets. I briefly considered a GSXR 600
I much prefer sport bikes with more touring qualities like being able to sit up more, REAL handlebars and just general comfort, so I think the GSX650F fits the bill.
Honestly, if I had the space and the money, I would own several bikes. I mean it. from small ones to large ones and new ones and old ones.
I think once you get on one it's natural to crave more. Not necessarily to go faster...just more experiences.
As it stands, I'll probably sell my bike because it's just not feasible to own two. A few people at work are kind of interested and Ryan also mentioned he might get his bike license and would buy it, but who knows with THAT guy.
It's also possible I'll spend that money on pornography and blow and end up riding the GS forever, which doesn't bother me at all.
We'll see.
posted by D. at 7:29 a.m.
6 Comments:
dan i am taking your old bike. you know this already we have discussed it. is 2500 a fair price to you?
then i can learn to ride, and we can all go on a roadtrip!
"okay ryan sounds good!"
okay.
6 G's and it's yours.
I like the first and second the best. I think the first sounds like a good one for you. Can you test ride bikes like you can cars?
I don't think it's strange at all that you're ready for something different.
I like the alien made one.
If your getting a new bike, focus more on the comfort ratio, rather than cc and power. Sure it would be great to have a power house between your legs but if rides like shit and hurts its not worth it.
I think I'm going to get a new seat for my beast made over the winter.
Still i want to go on one more ride before i park it for good. You up for it?
I like the design of the Gladius as well.
Trevor: I agree, that's why I'm not looking for the fastest, fanciest thing like most people my age. I'm looking for something that will provide a new experience.
My main thing is comfort, for sure.
Also Stephanie some (most) dealers do let you test ride, but as I understand it, more of them never really have test ride units for bikes that aren't super popular, so I dunno.
I think all I'd have to do is ride down the street once to know whether I wanted to own it or not.
Hell, I'd do a loop around the parking lot.
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