I have been riding a Triumph Sprint 1050 for the last 6 years.
30k miles later and I deserve a change.
I'm looking at one of the super low mileage RSVR Factory bikes. About £5k?
A fantastic amount of bike for the money, but does it make sense? Comments welcome.
I am 6ft 2" and do a lot of cycling so quite comfortable with the tucked in riding position.
I do long distance commuting - 100 miles each way in the summer so the bike needs to be quick (no problems there
) and comfy.
I am no mechanic and beyond changing the oil, I just want the thing to work. I reckon as long as I get one which has not been modified or buggered about with, it should be reliable as any other bike? Avoid the jet wash on the electrics, keep it in the garage and it should be ok?
My riding is really smooth and I don't ride in towns but V twins aren't known for their economy. I get 200 miles+ on every Triumph tank. Above 170 on the RSVR?
I do some touring so thought to get a Ventura type bag for the back.
Tyres: I'm concerned the bike might come with sports / track tyres that I will never heat up on the road. Could I need new tyres before I start?
I thought to avoid the after market exhausts - I'm just too old for that noise.
I don't want to lose my shirt in depreciation. I should be ok?
Finally, I'm no where near an Aprilia dealer so would take the bike to my local (reputable) dealer for servicing. Should be ok?
Is this the bike for me?
Thanks guys. I appreciate any comments.
30k miles later and I deserve a change.
I'm looking at one of the super low mileage RSVR Factory bikes. About £5k?
A fantastic amount of bike for the money, but does it make sense? Comments welcome.
I am 6ft 2" and do a lot of cycling so quite comfortable with the tucked in riding position.
I do long distance commuting - 100 miles each way in the summer so the bike needs to be quick (no problems there
) and comfy.I am no mechanic and beyond changing the oil, I just want the thing to work. I reckon as long as I get one which has not been modified or buggered about with, it should be reliable as any other bike? Avoid the jet wash on the electrics, keep it in the garage and it should be ok?
My riding is really smooth and I don't ride in towns but V twins aren't known for their economy. I get 200 miles+ on every Triumph tank. Above 170 on the RSVR?
I do some touring so thought to get a Ventura type bag for the back.
Tyres: I'm concerned the bike might come with sports / track tyres that I will never heat up on the road. Could I need new tyres before I start?
I thought to avoid the after market exhausts - I'm just too old for that noise.
I don't want to lose my shirt in depreciation. I should be ok?
Finally, I'm no where near an Aprilia dealer so would take the bike to my local (reputable) dealer for servicing. Should be ok?
Is this the bike for me?
Thanks guys. I appreciate any comments.
