Motorcycle Suggestions

[Sashan]

So you got your eyes on anything yet or still looking..

I am still looking - got some good inputs here - Also thinking why not splurge a little bit(than my original budget of $10,000) and go for something like Hayabusa and sell it off if I plan on doing long trips.

 

[bandit]

I am still looking - got some good inputs here - Also thinking why not splurge a little bit(than my original budget of $10,000) and go for something like Hayabusa and sell it off if I plan on doing long trips.

You went from a cruiser to crotch rocket pretty fast

Tip though: Wifey or gf would HATE to sit on it any more than 15 minutes.

Tip#2: Get MSF, would bring down your insurance crashing like hell, and tell them insurance people you got riding experience in India, they accept it with an Indian DL.

 

[Sashan]

You went from a cruiser to crotch rocket pretty fast

Tip though: Wifey or gf would HATE to sit on it any more than 15 minutes.

Tip#2: Get MSF, would bring down your insurance crashing like hell, and tell them insurance people you got riding experience in India, they accept it with an Indian DL.

I completed MSF as it is compulsory in the state I live in(Connecticut). I am getting 10% discount due to that. Thanks for the tip though on mentioning the Indian riding experience. But I have been living here for more than 14 years so I do not have an Indian DL. In fact, I had to take International permit with me to drive in India last month.(Though I understood it was not necessary in India as English is an official language and international permit is just a translation document of the driver license of a particular country)

Anyways Wifey can't sit in the motorcycle for the first 90 days as per the CT state rules. And it will the end of season by then and I have to wait till next season to get her as passenger - That is one of the reasons I am thinking about sports Motorcycle.

 

[bandit]

I completed MSF as it is compulsory in the state I live in(Connecticut). ....
Anyways Wifey can't sit in the motorcycle for the first 90 days as per the CT state rules. And it will the end of season by then .....rcycle.

CT Sucks!!!

I love Florida btw, no need helmets there!

 

[Argus Panoptes]

CT Sucks!!!

I love Florida btw, no need helmets there!

A helmet is a good idea, not just for head protection, but also to keep bugs out of the face.

 

[Argus Panoptes]

I am still looking - got some good inputs here - Also thinking why not splurge a little bit(than my original budget of $10,000) and go for something like Hayabusa and sell it off if I plan on doing long trips.

your final decision is awaited.

 

[curioususer]

Buy Hero cycle and attach Bosch motor.

 

[imperialmen]

I would leave out Ducati and HD. HD is just overpriced crap. And Ducati is just overrated in India. It is unreliable and requires constant maintenance. Go for something reliable because spare parts will be hard to come by. Triumph and BMW are good bets.

If you wait a little, Triumph will be bringing its range of bikes to India. KTM too if I am not mistaken(but will be 375cc or so).

And yes, if you aren't going to buy a full leather suit to go along with the motorcycle, dont buy the motorcycle as well.

If you are in USA, I would definitely not go with HD and Ducati. Don't American riders hate those two brands?

 

[Argus Panoptes]

To inspire @Sashan, here are some photos from a 5,000 mile ride taken by three friends from San Fransisco to Detroit over one month:

 

[Argus Panoptes]

@Sashan enjoying his new bike?

 

[Sashan]

@Sashan enjoying his new bike?

How about this??


Sturgis 2012 Smokedown Showdown Burnout Contest - YouTube

 

[Argus Panoptes]

How about this??

..........

What would Sturgis be without a trip to the Buffalo Chip?

Warning: NSFW


self delete

 

[Sashan]

What would Sturgis be without a trip to the Buffalo Chip?

Warning: NSFW

- thought of posting it but stayed away - you took the lead mate.

 

[Argus Panoptes]

- thought of posting it but stayed away - you took the lead mate.

Deleted.

 

[manojb]