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RodneyBR said:
True enough, but like any new bike it takes a few weeks to get the feel.

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LoL... A 1000 SS will take more than just getting used to.
It takes skill, confidence, skill and more importantly, respect for the the ****** load of power.
Things can get very ugly, very quickly if you`re not careful.
 
I think you're moving too soon. Ur still a noob, no offense. Ride your bike to the limit before you think you need a liter bike. See if u can handle your bike on the track. See if you can use your full tire. Get more seat time in, then some more. THEN get a liter bike. The naked Kwai 1000cc is still primo insurance $$
 
RodneyBR said:
True enough, but like any new bike it takes a few weeks to get the feel.

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Not trying to kill your new bike buzz but thought I'd share my experience-- my last SS was a GSXR1000 (with a few other 'quick' bikes before that) and I'm dumbass happy with my current SV. 650 twins have, IMO, near perfect power for street riding (getting semi-retarded in the twisties, commuting and touring). Bikes like the 650R and SV650 make great dual-purpose street/track bikes with a little coin put into suspension.

But I'm an old man with sore body parts :)
 
C-Note said:
I think you're moving too soon. Ur still a noob, no offense. Ride your bike to the limit before you think you need a liter bike. See if u can handle your bike on the track. See if you can use your full tire. Get more seat time in, then some more. THEN get a liter bike. The naked Kwai 1000cc is still primo insurance $$
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+1 You've had what, a few months, on the 650?
 
Dude, you have more than enough bike to start with. If your ego is getting hurt, find a new riding partner.
 
DOHC1 said:
This thread would be so much better with a video Rodney..
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Dont worry, he'll make one soon enough with a poll saying "What should my next Litre bike be?".

But honestly, a 650 is more then enough for what your using it for. Unless you go tracking or something. I'm happy with my Ninja 250, its plenty fast enough for me but i do want to upgrade, not for speed but because i am lazy to shift up and down everytime i stop and go.
 
I know it's not the advice you were looking for, but I agree with the others here. The 650R has more than enough power (and then some). I'd say get more seat time and learn how to ride before deciding that you need something more powerful.
 
Ninja 1000.

Looks like a SS but its way more comfortable, versatile and better on insurance.

Its an excellent street liter bike.


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RodneyBR said:
I agree, but according to my Insurance company (Jevco), ANYTHING Ducati will cost me a ***** load. I recently did a quote with them on an R1 which is a super-sport and was quoted over 5K/.yr!!!! And while talking my broker he mentioned that that all Ducati's fall into that super-sport category :( TOTAL bummer. So it has to be non-super-sport and non-Ducati for me ATM.
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If insurance is an issue then, you really should look into a Street Triple. Jevco doesn't classify this as an SS, but it's pretty much a naked Daytona 675 with upright seating. My insurance from Jevco for my 2012 Striple R is about $900 and I've only been riding for 2 years.

The only down side is this bike is hard to find used and dealers in the GTA won't cut you any deals buying new.
 
I've always been a fan of the Yamaha R1. I made the mistake of sitting on a Hayabusa though, and then my sights were set ever since. I love the Hayabusa. I have the 2009 Silver edition and I drool every time I sit on her and start the engine.

Anyways, I got a little off track. If you're looking for a 1k, I recommend the Yamaha R1.
 
Thanks for all the recommendations, advice and the concern :) I don't plan on getting a faster bike just yet, but probably will next year.

I've only had the 650R for a few months, but I've already put 4000KM+ on it ;) So I love the bike and riding. I feel totally comfortable on it.

Here are my reasons for wanting a 1K bike:

- 2upping. The wife and I do it a fair amount and plan on doing it A LOT more in the future that added weight can slow the 650.
- Gearing. Having to switch gears so darn much. Especially 1st having to gear-up at 70KM and that's pushing it.
- Speed. Keeping up with my 1K buds ;) I'm not a speed demon, but when we push it from time to time it's nice to at least keep up. It's also nice if you need to pass in a hurry.
- Track. I'd like to get in to track at some point in the near future as well.
- And the fact I'd have a 1K bike would make me sleep better. LOL
 
RodneyBR said:
Especially 1st having to gear-up at 70KM and that's pushing it.
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Lol, when do you really want to shift from first? 140? An R1 can do that ;) lol.

You're in Ajax, I'm in Whitby. We should ride some time :D

-Jamie M.
 
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I'll give them a call as well before making an final decisions, but they quoted me something awful on my 650R, so I went with Jevco. BTW: I have Statefarm on my wife's TW200.

For my 650R I'm paying $1155 for the year until Aug. 2012, after that though it goes down to $600. They said a non-supersport bike at 1K would cost a few hundred a year more. Obviously I need to confirm all this and factor it into my decision making :) So much messing around and so many different rates, it's fun and frustrating at the same time. LOL

TheDirty said:
+1. For your age, and the type of bike you are considering you need to give State Farm a call.
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