Concours 14 Vs. Multistrada S Touring Edition - opinions ?
Cozye:
X1Glider,
I still race WERA, so I can still get my fix on the track when needed. I'm doing 3 endurance rounds this year.
I have considered the Ninja 1000. I would still like to sit on one and check it out, but it's not on the short list primarily because I'd like more wind protection, and I think the Ego's will still be more aggressive than I want right now. The Ninja probably would commute well, but I think the long trips might not be the best idea. I'm also trying to get my wife to consider riding two up, wouldn't be the best bike for that on a 2000 mile trip. I'm ready to try a more relaxed riding style and I'd venture to say that I would lean more towards a touring setup than a sport setup all else being equal. The Duc caught my attention though due to reviews talking about how comfortable and how well of a tourer it makes. It's almost like you could live with one bike that did it all, that one would do it.
I've also considered the ST, but I don't care for the looks of it and I'm not particularly fond of the Triumphs in general.
Keep in mind that I do still have a 600RR in my garage that's perfect for a Sunday sport ride. It's technically my wife's bike, but she never rides it. She considered selling it but I've decided to keep it until I sort all through this and make sure I'm done riding sport on the street.
Bruce,
Your input is right on. I just have to decide how much I can live with the weight difference. I probably should just get the heavier bike and I won't be tempted as much on those occasions. Then there is the money. It's nearly a $5000 difference based on my research.
Dealers are closed here on Mondays. I've been meaning to get out and sit on both bikes and at least see how they feel between the legs. I may do that in the next couple of days and figure out that I don't like the ego's on one or the other.
I really appreciate all the feedback. This is a very nice forum.
Cablebandit:
The other issue with finding a C14 to test ride is a new dealer model would have the shitty stock tires and still have the flies. Once you change the tires and pull the flies it's a different bike.
Kannonball:
Cablebandit, You are absolutely right about the stock Bridgestones, CRAP. I've tried several brands on my C-14, Pirelli Angles (OK, but not great) Michelin Pilot Road II's (sidewall not stiff enough, not good on a heavy bike) Continental Road Attack (Great Tire on this bike) Metzeler Z-8's (best tire I've found for this bike).
About the Flies (Secondary Throttle Plates) On 2010 and later C-14's they don't make that much difference, Kawasaki has changed the mapping so removing the flies really doesn't have as much effect on low end as it does on the pre 2010's.
Cablebandit:
Curious...they did on mine. :D
Cozye:
If I could find someone that would let me ride one that would be great. You can trust me :lol: Seriously though, I would bring a CBR and we could trade. I've never "knock on wood" crashed on the street in years of riding. The track is another story ;)
I know the OEM tires usually handle like crud. I've got a nomar tire changer and will remedy that quick on whichever one I get.
Has anyone tried to run a 190/55 on the Connie ? I'm assuming it's a 6" rim, We run 190/55's on 1000's all the time. They come with 190/50's but turn in noticeably better with a 190/55.
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