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Well, I rode a bunch of bikes today and got some clarity. No FZ-1 for me: too wide with the I4 engine anyway, but it just doesn't move my soul.
As for the 620 v. 1000, that one was easy. Actually the 620 is a quicker handling bike...I see why some people prefer it, especially newbies and smaller riders. But it isn't for me...not nearly enough grunt. The 1000 is where its at and will work just fine. Now I just have to decide red or black, new or used.
BUT...here's my fly in the ointment. I rode an Aprilia Tuono. HOLY CRAP!!! That's a frickin' bike. Made the MTS 1000 feel like a lawnmower. The engine is just brilliant. Handling perfect. Tranny smooth. The only problem is not enough leg room, and (maybe) not enough room with the exhaust to drop it enough with adjustable rear sets. Damn. Plus it aint worth a damn for 2-up. But I'm in love.
Oh, and one of the best Aprilia mechanics around is in Irvine, so dealer issues aren't. But I just don't quite fit on it. MTS with clipons, here I come...
Last edited by nostatic; 03-29-2006 at 10:47 PM..
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