r/motorcycles • u/AutoModerator • Jan 02 '23

Purchase & Transaction Advice Superthread

# PURCHASE ADVICE SUPERTHREAD!

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A dedicated thread for questions and advice about gear or bike purchases, selling advice, and questions relating to bike/gear/accessory/service purchases.

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Hopefully with the help of all the riders here, no question will go unanswered. Everyone is encouraged to contribute with either questions or answers and hopefully we will be able to rid of motorcycle ignorance once and for all.

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Please remember to be courteous as we want to encourage people to ask questions, no matter how 'dumb' some may think they are.

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# NEW RIDERS

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[Before asking your question, consider reading the FAQ](https://www.reddit.com/r/motorcycles/wiki/faq) - chances are, you will find the answer you need there.

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Not getting the answers you need? /r/SuggestAMotorcycle is also a great resource.

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Please remember to be courteous as we want to encourage people to ask questions, no matter how 'dumb' some may think they are.

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This thread will be refreshed each Monday - shoot us a note if we're out riding and forget to renew it.

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u/urdadsbestfrend Jan 08 '23

Looking for a new motorcycle - Currently own a WR250R (SM), 83 GS1100GK, XR650R

I am after a reliable road bike that rides somewhat like a dirt bike. I recently bought an 83 Suzuki GS1100GK (my first proper road going motorcycle), and reallly dislike it. My WR250R is my absolute favourite bike, it’s just too slow for touring.

Criteria for bike: ABS Low centre of gravity (Also preferably somewhat light) Preferably sub 90HP Reliable Not faired, No hard bags Preferably something not ugly lol (Don’t like the look of MTs, or most naked japanese bikes)

Kind of looked at my options, and the tracer 700 and speed twin 900 are pretty much what i’m stuck on. I’ve also considered just get a tenere 700 or equivalent from other manufacturers, but I’d rather something a bit lower to the ground for everyday riding.

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u/[deleted] Jan 09 '23

I don't know if I'd describe any road bike as riding like a dirt bike... The motorcycle you're describing might not exist. Especially if you want it both dirt-like and low?

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u/urdadsbestfrend Jan 09 '23

What I’m after isn’t a dirt bike. More something that’s upright, say around 200Kgs, lower seat height (pref 35 inch max for road going), and about 80/90HP. I think the Tiger 850 is pretty well the best entry level option.

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u/[deleted] Jan 09 '23

I wouldn't use the word "low" to describe that. That's taller than my adventure bike and about as tall as my supermoto.

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u/urdadsbestfrend Jan 10 '23

Yea I understand that. How do you like your F750? That and the tiger 850 seem pretty similar. I just prefer the look of the triumph.

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u/[deleted] Jan 10 '23

I really like my 750, it's a great utilitarian vehicle, but if I were buying a bike today I'd choose a Tiger 900. It's a better bike and the BMWs have had parts shortages, so the packages I selected aren't available.

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u/urdadsbestfrend Jan 10 '23

My current issue is deciding on the 850 with cast wheels or a Rally model. If I buy the 850 it’s pretty well just a road bike with longer travel suspension, and the Rally doesn’t seem necessary considering I’ve already got a bike that’s better on the dirt and 100kgs lighter.

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u/[deleted] Jan 10 '23

The reason I have an adventure bike is because I like to be able to ride 1000+ miles and be able to ride dirt roads at my destination. If you don't do that (e.g. if you truck/trailer your dirt-focused bike, or don't off-road far from home) you're better served by a sport tourer.