It's just my size!! (Honda NT700)

[gritsngravy]

With options like that I have no idea how Harley plans on selling very many antiques. They must know that "Harley Guys" (and gals) will buy anything they put out. And at any price  

Correct!

[sammyseaman]

Correct!

Did I hit a nerve? Honda and Harley guys...... and BMW guys. Sheesh, they're as bad a Chevy guys.

[R6Chick]

  and $12,000+ is crazy for that 700. Man, there has to be more reasonable options out there  

There is more to each bike than just the power pack. The luggage and other accessories must also be considered.

[xdavemanx]

When you can still get holdover VFRs for less than 8k, and add a set of Givi bags for less than 1k, the NT700 is a ridiculous proposition at 12k IMHO.

[gritsngravy]

Did I hit a nerve? Honda and Harley guys...... and BMW guys. Sheesh, they're as bad a Chevy guys.

Not nearly as bad as those " I bought a Triumph because everything else sucks"  kinda guys.      

[sammyseaman]

Not nearly as bad as those " I bought a Triumph because everything else sucks"  kinda guys.      

 

There is more to each bike than just the power pack. The luggage and other accessories must also be considered.

I totally agree. I just think there are better, cheaper options out there and seeing as you own a Gixxer I think the nice, smooth, laid back character of the NT is gonna get very mundane in a short period of time. But I've been wrong before...... a lot  

[R6Chick]

So after some more thought I have decided a VFR800 is also a good tool for the job and have thrown it into the mix of bikes I am considering. I have taken one of those on a couple of multi-day road trips and think I should put it in my pool of consideration.

I really am a picky snot. I takes months to decide on what I am going to buy and spend endless amounts of time comparing and contrasting.

[atadaskew]

FYI Eaglerider rents Piaggio MP3 400s in their San Fran location (only Harleys in their San Jose location).
Rent one for a day, see how you like it.  It's that 3 wheeled leaning scoot (2 up front, one back).
It would give you an idea as to how the 500 would feel, plus it's fun to rent bikes anyway.

if you are thinking about super scooters (and why not if you're looking at the NT700?)....

[R6Chick]

FYI Eaglerider rents Piaggio MP3 400s in their San Fran location (only Harleys in their San Jose location).
Rent one for a day, see how you like it.  It's that 3 wheeled leaning scoot (2 up front, one back).
It would give you an idea as to how the 500 would feel, plus it's fun to rent bikes anyway.

if you are thinking about super scooters (and why not if you're looking at the NT700?)....

I had not really considered super scoots but you make a good point.

[gritsngravy]

So after some more thought I have decided a VFR800 is also a good tool for the job and have thrown it into the mix of bikes I am considering. I have taken one of those on a couple of multi-day road trips and think I should put it in my pool of consideration.

I really am a picky snot. I takes months to decide on what I am going to buy and spend endless amounts of time comparing and contrasting.

Good call on the VFR  .     Available hard luggage and trunks for days/weeks on the road but maybe not the bike for your needs?    If you are intending to keep one or both of your current sport bikes I think you should go for the NT700V for it's size,  comfort and utility.      Sometimes it's nice to have a comfortable bike you can put miles on.    

Most important thing for you is to take your time.  There are always deals on bikes and YOU need to decide what's best for YOU.    Trying to get the most bang for your buck is nice but remember the fastest most inexpensive bike on earth is no use to you if you're not REALLY liking it.    Be true to your self and everything will be OK.  

[R6Chick]

Good call on the VFR  .     Available hard luggage and trunks for days/weeks on the road but maybe not the bike for your needs?    If you are intending to keep one or both of your current sport bikes I think you should go for the NT700V for it's size,  comfort and utility.      Sometimes it's nice to have a comfortable bike you can put miles on.    

Most important thing for you is to take your time.  There are always deals on bikes and YOU need to decide what's best for YOU.    Trying to get the most bang for your buck is nice but remember the fastest most inexpensive bike on earth is no use to you if you're not REALLY liking it.    Be true to your self and everything will be OK.  

The R6, GSXR750, 2008 CBR1000RR, & 2005 CBR1000RR will all be remaining in the stable. Well, maybe not the R6. Needs an engine rebuild (125,000 miles on that bike - 74,552 on 1st motor) and I am not sure it is worth the effort. I had originally eliminated the VFR based on its more aggressive riding position and such but decided to put it back in the running.

No worries about me taking my sweet time making the final decision.    I can drive a sales guy nuts coming by to kick the tires over and over again.

[gritsngravy]

Whoa, you are the definition of the sporting life.   Looks like any touring oriented bike will be a BIG change for you.  Whatever you end up with I'm sure you'll be able to make it fly just fine.   Enjoy the shopping.  

[Bryan217]

So after some more thought I have decided a VFR800 is also a good tool for the job and have thrown it into the mix of bikes I am considering. I have taken one of those on a couple of multi-day road trips and think I should put it in my pool of consideration.

I really am a picky snot. I takes months to decide on what I am going to buy and spend endless amounts of time comparing and contrasting.

As decent as the NT700 may be (I kinda like it), it's a lot of money. For a whole lot less you could prob find a leftover VFR, get the hard bags, and still have money left over, even with ABS. I paid $7k for mine (w/ABS) and another $1k for the factory luggage.

[Jeff]

I saw the Dullville at the local dealer today. They had it in both purple and silver.

I'm sorry, but it looked positively boring. I don't know how that much boredom can be put in a motorcycle. And to price it that high - it just doesn't make any sense whatsoever.

Jeff

[HipGnosis]

FYI Eaglerider rents Piaggio MP3 400s in their San Fran location.
Rent one for a day, see how you like it.  It's that 3 wheeled leaning scoot (2 up front, one back).
It would give you an idea as to how the 500 would feel, plus it's fun to rent bikes anyway

I've read that the 500 isn't worth the extra cost.

[atadaskew]

I've read that the 500 isn't worth the extra cost.

It's meant to be a touch quicker, but it weighs quite a bit more than the 400 so the extra motor is offset.  Plus the 400 has more concealed luggage capacity due to a more practical design.
Peeps tend to buy the 500 due to its styling.  I think it looks cool.

[DrD]

Dot is considering one of there (NT700V).  Any further comments on this bike?

[gritsngravy]

I like the bike.   I'd love to have one in the garage just because it's one of those rare truly useful bikes that you just don't see much of anymore.    This bike is what it is, no pretense or image being projected.   Will most likely never be as popular in the US as it is overseas since it's designed for folks that actually use their bikes as transport instead of butt ornaments.  

[R6Chick]

The more I think about it the more I lean towards the NT700. Better bang for the buck, Honda bullet proof, functionality, ergo's, it's all there.

[ConPilot1]

Psssssssssst....over here check it out 14k    $3500    

http://forum.concours.org/index.php?topic=75463.msg421999#msg421999


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