New Bike - Test Rides

Southy_ · 21 Jun 2013 at 10:32

So I currently have a 2010 Street Triple R.
I will be trading in for a new bike in a couple of months.

My current list of test rides is:
New 2013 Street Triple R
Speed Triple (Maybe the R)
Yamaha MT-09
Kawasaki Z800
Suzuki GSR750

As you can see, all naked bikes, all less than £10k (just about)
I will be using it mostly for my 12-15mile commute through Bristol.

So my question, are there any other bikes that people recommend that I test ride before making my decision?

(I totally love my current bike, so I am already leaning toward the 2013 Street)

Southy_ · 21 Jun 2013 at 11:05

Adding the Aprilia Shiver to the list as well

Southy_ · 21 Jun 2013 at 11:33

Keeping isn't an option right now.
The joys of going PCP finance and not saving enough the pay off the final payment!

Southy_ · 21 Jun 2013 at 13:05

Yeah, it seems strange to just trade in for the exact same thing, but it is an awesome bike.

Southy_ · 21 Jun 2013 at 13:56

I was thinking that I should at least make some pretense of looking for a different bike!
For the Mrs sake at least, "I know it is the same bike honey, but I did try out all of these other ones as well!"

Plus test riding is fun.

Southy_ · 22 Jun 2013 at 09:08

How is the Tuono for taller people?
I am 6'2 and I have heard the Aprilia's are quite small?

Southy_ · 22 Jun 2013 at 16:06

Added to the list then, really like the look of them

Southy_ · 6 Aug 2013 at 09:02

Decided to keep the Street Triple R.
Finance company gave me a good'ish rate (7.9% APR) on refinancing the remaining balance.

Wasn't worth "upgrading" the bike, especially when I have the arrow cans, heated grips, gel seat and quick shifter on it.