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Aspman
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If you're going side car go BMW R75 3wd.

 

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    Aspmen, I think you need to get out on a few test rides to see what floats your boat. Riding is about enjoyment for me and the only compromise I now have to make is for the wife as a pillion, other th

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    I would go cheap to begin with i.e. 2nd hand SV650 if you're comfortable on it. If you find that you're happy being a biker again and it's not just sat in the garage due to time constraints etc then y

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    I have a BMW F800ST and it is the best bike I have ever had, great handling, excellent brakes, very torquey and plenty fast enough. Averages about 65 mpg, however I drive it. Engine sounds like a bag

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Road trip to Poland :x

Isn't that where Hitler went wrong?

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Back on track there is an elderly (2002) low mileage (13k) FZS600 Fazer near me for less than £2k.

 

I did think about one of these once upon a time. Looks in good condition from pictures an it's within walking distance of my office.

 

Some concerns and older bike might need a lot of work on fork seals, springs, brakes, chain, sprockets etc.

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Its what you get used to. Itd feel small for some perhaps.

Massive touring capability though, for little money.

 

It was beautifully clean. Looked like new. The dash lights still had the protective plastic on them.

But not for me. If I get time I'm going to take a peek at an SV650. There are some pre-reg bikes nearby for just over £4k.

It was beautifully clean. Looked like new. The dash lights still had the protective plastic on them.

But not for me. If I get time I'm going to take a peek at an SV650. There are some pre-reg bikes nearby for just over £4k.

Nice bikes mate. Good engines in them (:

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Nice bikes mate. Good engines in them (:

 

Never heard a bad word about them. Just need to check seat height.

Never heard a bad word about them. Just need to check seat height.

Seat height is pretty low.

Suspension is the only thing that lets them down is the suspension really. But you can work around that or spend a few quid improving it

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Seat height is pretty low.

Suspension is the only thing that lets them down is the suspension really. But you can work around that or spend a few quid improving it

 

Legs are pretty short ;)

Legs are pretty short ;)

Im only 5,9 mate so its not a strong point of mine either :D :D

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