my car installment has finally settled and i am thinking of getting a bike next.
now, budget is below 20k, but i wouldnt mind to top it to 30k if i find something which perfectly suits me.
i perfer smtg like:
- brand new sportsbike or naked/streetbike. (not a chopper/cruiser/tourer fan here.)
- 250 to 650cc
- 4 stroke
- as an alternative daily commute (car is still my main), 30mins city ride to work.
- occasional weekend "getaway" ride
- strictly non European machine.
I have actually shortlisted a few bikes, but.....
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1. Kawasaki ninja 250R - RM23K (fuel injection '10 model)
Pro:
- good beginner bike
- decent handling
- resell value
Con:
- kindda small for a 6' man like myself, not comfy for long legs. handle bar almost knocked my knee when making sharp turns.
- pricey for a 250cc.
- skinny and similar looking as the smaller 150cc NSR, TZM and super KIPS 150
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2. Kawasaki ER6N - RM34K
Pro:
- one of the cheapest 650cc
- badass & muscular looking
Con:
- seriously beyond my budget
- no windscreen, fighting the wind at >120km/h will put much load on both arms unless sticking the chin on the tank. might not suitable for weekend cruising.
- poor ergonomics for 6 footer. crampy for long legs
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3. Honda VTR250 2010 - Price TBA
Pro:
- V-twin
- great ergonomics
- quality built (its a honda
- italian style like a baby ducati monster
- price tag fits my pocket (in thai, VTR is 5000baht cheaper than kawa 250R)
Con:
- yet to be launched, will it ever reach Msia?
- 3hp less then kawa 250R ( VTR 29hp, 250R 32hp). it may sound insignificant, but thats 10%hp less, do the math!
- missing 6th gear
- could be expensive if CBU (Kawa 250R is rm21k because its CKD, if this VTR isnt CKD....
(until today there is still no news about this bike, i guess we should forget about the VTR)
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4. Honda CBR250 2011 - Price TBA (Est RM20k+)
Pro:
- Honda = built quality, reliable & durable, plenty of spareparts
- ABS (optional)
Con:
- single cylinder OMG
- CBU from thai unless Boon Siew localize it
- only 13L tank (ninja has 17.4L)
there are other bikes that i have looked into like the Naza blade 250 and 650 but none have really draw my attention yet.
so sifus & gurus, please give me some suggestions and recommendations on what do u think that might suits me.
i want a bike that looks good, sounds right, feels fun.
looking forward to join you guys for convoy, soon enough i hope!
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edited:
honda VTR added into the list
edited:
honda CBR added into the list
This post has been edited by yamato: Oct 30 2010, 08:02 AM
Apr 10 2010, 01:35 AM, updated 15y ago
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