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h fractals - an ever changing lifestyle

7,671 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#581605
hey bike riders,
i have been looking around for another bike as my better half wants the 650GS for herself..
so whats a man to do but look for anothery of course..
im a bit partial to the ducati, so the 07 multistrata 1100DS has caught my eye and am looking for some feedback good bad indifferent as the more info the better yeah..
the 07 has a wet clutch now and longer n cheaper service intervals so it has become even more appealling to me thats for sure..
cheers for you input..
ciao paul
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Spook Driving the 64 wheeler

1,168 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#581627
Stick with the Suzy's & get yourself a 1400 Marauder
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h fractals - an ever changing lifestyle

7,671 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#581644
oh yeah.. will look that one up..
it'll be used for a bit of daily commuting, cruising about with my other half that will include gravel roads and crappy roads..
i like the high stance you have on it much like the BM.. at least some road users may see you from up there..
fractal geometry; the inner most limits of mind altering abuse

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Z = Z2 + C1/r = 1/0 = infinity

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Menangler Custom Title Time!

1,991 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#581656
For daily commuting,
Get one of these, I ride one to work everyday. $10 a week for fuel instead of $50.

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pete wood 23 Windows of Awesome

6,828 posts · joined Jan 2004 ·

#581686
TYP-114 wrote:What are you using it for? cruising, or commuting and having some fun?

I like the Ducati GT1000S that is soon to be released. Looks pretty much like the Paul Smart that was recently released except it is red.
that is a nice bike. desmodromic valves, aircooled, twin sparks and fuel injection. 92hp. Very very nice. :thumb
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56astro Custom Title Time!

1,772 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#581691
I have a mate who is in the process of selling his BMW GS650. Bought late last year, extremely low kms. Added top-box and centre stand.

Will be asking about 14K.

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h fractals - an ever changing lifestyle

7,671 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#581787
56astro wrote:I have a mate who is in the process of selling his BMW GS650. Bought late last year, extremely low kms. Added top-box and centre stand.

Will be asking about 14K.
yep ive already got one of those.. haha
that now is going to the cheese n kisses..
hence the opinions sought.. cheers
fractal geometry; the inner most limits of mind altering abuse

Fantasy http://seventhchronicle.com

Z = Z2 + C1/r = 1/0 = infinity

Barrels www.barrelman.com.au

VW Workshop - aircooledgarage.com.au
allcooled.com.au

DubCrazy Custom Title Time!

1,295 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·

#581810
there is only one duke to buy if your cruising and thats a Monster S4Rs Testastretta yum yum!!!


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h fractals - an ever changing lifestyle

7,671 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#582058
hmmm that monster does certainly look the goods.. no doubt good choice..
fractal geometry; the inner most limits of mind altering abuse

Fantasy http://seventhchronicle.com

Z = Z2 + C1/r = 1/0 = infinity

Barrels www.barrelman.com.au

VW Workshop - aircooledgarage.com.au
allcooled.com.au

TasDub Casual Dubber

36 posts · joined Jun 2006 ·

#582082
get a big gs. the 1100 s can be had for under 10 and up to 27 for a 1200 with the lot,especially if you both enjoy dirty roads

Baja Wes V6 Baja Pioneer

3,119 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#582276
if you want to do some dirt roads you want an adventure tourer bike.

If you have lots of money you can look at the;
* Ducati Multistrada - http://www.mcnews.com.au/Testing/Ducati/multistrada/page1.htm
* KTM 950 adventure - http://www.mcnews.com.au/Testing/KTM/2003_KTM_950_Adventure/Page1.htm
*or BMW R1200GS - http://www.mcnews.com.au/Testing/BMW/r1200gs/page1.htm

If you want more value for money then seriously look at a V-strom. The DL1000 is a sweet bike, detuned TL1000 V-twin, very comfy, and only $13,500 brand new.
http://www.mcnews.com.au/Testing/Suzuki/DL1000/2002_Review_Page1.htm

I ride the DL650 Vstrom and I reckon it's way better than the BMW 650GS, and heaps cheaper. If I wanted more power I'd get the DL1000.
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h fractals - an ever changing lifestyle

7,671 posts · joined Feb 2005 ·

#582305
yep i am currently looking at the afermentioned bikes and each has its +/-
i appreciate your thoughts and remarks and the more the merrier..
this will take a wee while i suspect but in the end i will be riding something new/used..
look forward to that!
cheers h
fractal geometry; the inner most limits of mind altering abuse

Fantasy http://seventhchronicle.com

Z = Z2 + C1/r = 1/0 = infinity

Barrels www.barrelman.com.au

VW Workshop - aircooledgarage.com.au
allcooled.com.au

555bug WRX Bug Boy

1,123 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#582311
buy my vtr1000?

sugarlips Seriously Crusin Dubber

103 posts · joined Oct 2003 ·

#582319
If it doesnt have Ducati written all over it you're wasting you're time
Spent a lot of years in the uk weather to know you get what you pay for...
All the best

[ Edited on 31-3-2007 by sugarlips ]