BarkinB Posted April 13, 2005 Share Posted April 13, 2005 Selling mine (Mike's V11 for sale) Top 5 replacements in order of preference before test rides: Breva 1100 Victory Hammer Honda ST1300 BMW K1200GT Yamaha FJR1300 I know the Victory is quite the odd bike compared with the others, but I like it, so what? Why sell? I don't much care for the riding position. In my opinion, the LeMans is a sport-tourer, with about a 75% sport and 25% touring split. I'm looking for something with almost the opposite ratio. Also, I need the money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
callison Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Selling mine (Mike's V11 for sale) Top 5 replacements in order of preference before test rides: Breva 1100 Victory Hammer Honda ST1300 BMW K1200GT Yamaha FJR1300 I know the Victory is quite the odd bike compared with the others, but I like it, so what? Why sell? I don't much care for the riding position. In my opinion, the LeMans is a sport-tourer, with about a 75% sport and 25% touring split. I'm looking for something with almost the opposite ratio. Also, I need the money. 48723[/snapback] What's odd about it? Your first 3 choices are pretty much in line with what I'd consider candidates for my next bike if I get one. I'd skip the FJ simply because my riding skills don't go that far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeBenGuzzi Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 I like a lot of the victorys, plus they are the hometown bike. but still don't do near what harley does no near. But I'd get a Victory over a harley the hammer is nice but I'd rather have the vegas or the kingpin and if they throw in the option of the 100/6 I'd be alllll over it. but not now, I'm young and don't mind leaning over the tank I'll tour when I'm old. Next bike Crotch Rocket style for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarkinB Posted April 14, 2005 Author Share Posted April 14, 2005 What's odd about it? Your first 3 choices are pretty much in line with what I'd consider candidates for my next bike if I get one. I'd skip the FJ simply because my riding skills don't go that far. 48747[/snapback] Well, what I meant was the Breva 1100, BMW, Honda, and Yamaha bikes I mentioned are all considered sport-tourers and the Victory Hammer is not. I didn't mean the Victory is an odd bike, just that it's unique in that list. If I bought the Hammer, I'd probably accessorize it to be a cruiser-tourer of sorts. Yeah, the FJ is pretty intense from what I've read. One of the reasons it's at the bottom of my list is because there's such a waiting list for it, you have to buy them sight-unseen, which completely rules out test rides (what little chance there is to begin with). I got a chance to really stare, compare and sit on both the Hammer and Vegas at a bike show, and the Hammer just looked and fit better. I will say the Vegas is beautiful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al_roethlisberger Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Mike, I don't mind so much that you are selling the bike, but goodness... you joined back in November of 2002, and you only have 17 posts?! al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nogbad Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Why should we hate you? Eventually everyone wants to try a different bike, and only a very few of us can afford a garage full. You have had the V11 experience, and the next person to own it will have the chance to enjoy it as you have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrt Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Good luck, and I hope your next bike is a better fit for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dlaing Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 I'd hold out on the Breva until they release it with luggage. Have you tried making your LeMans more touring friendly? Standard handlebars could do wonders if you like to sit back. A Rich Maund seat could help you put on the miles. You could probably mount an ugly windshield extender. Ohlins suspension can help smooth the bumps. If you need to save money, you better be a good salesman not to lose your shirt on your goose. Best of luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtybill Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 A change is as good as a rest. I still haven't owned a Ducati yet so that's definitely in the future. Whether the Guzzi is used to help finance it is something I want to avoid but may have to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarkinB Posted April 14, 2005 Author Share Posted April 14, 2005 Mike, I don't mind so much that you are selling the bike, but goodness... you joined back in November of 2002, and you only have 17 posts?! al 48762[/snapback] I'm a shameless lurker, adhering to the "Better to keep your mouth shut and look like an idiot, than open it and remove all doubt" philosophy I was being facetious about "hating me", I know the people here are reasonable. I'm not into modifying the LeMans, or any bike I own, for that matter. Adding accessories is one thing, but changing handlebars, and footpegs, nope. If I get to the point of seriously contemplating going through that kind of hell, I'll just admit I have the wrong bike for me, and get something else. I do admire (and hereby salute ) people who go for it and change their bikes like that. I'm 6'3", so the LeMans riding position is kind of cramped for me. My wife's Yamaha V-Star is really bad... the handlebars hit my knees. Anyway, thanks for the kind words everyone. We'll see what happens. The ad in Cycle Trader hits on the 19th. I'm not selling if I can't get more than $7500. Any less would be losing quite a few shirts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nogbad Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Any less would be losing quite a few shirts. 48823[/snapback] So what's a shirt or two between friends! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TX REDNECK (R.I.P.) Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 I was being facetious about "hating me", I know the people here are reasonable. The reason I hate you , is because I never knew you were here 18 post since 02 Not knowing anything has never kept me from posting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nogbad Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Not knowing anything has never kept me from posting 48830[/snapback] So true! Anyway TX, what happened to your porno signature gifs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex-Corsa Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Selling mine (Mike's V11 for sale) Why sell? I don't much care for the riding position. In my opinion, the LeMans is a sport-tourer, with about a 75% sport and 25% touring split. I'm looking for something with almost the opposite ratio. Also, I need the money. If you want a reliable , comfy and classy tourer bike ,Get a Beemer,(BMW) they're able to get you to the "other side of the world" with out a stop. Definatelly THE touring bike. Breva 11 is also goin to hit in this class I guess.(with a little air protection up there) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TX REDNECK (R.I.P.) Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Anyway TX, what happened to your porno signature gifs? One of our sensitive members complained. How do you feel about this one ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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