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Forum: Road warriors 06-11-2013, 01:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,918
Posted By Tilter
I hope to own a Valkyrie one day as a second...

I hope to own a Valkyrie one day as a second bike, primarily because of how cheap you can get them. For a cruiser it hits all my buttons. I love that it will make a CVO Road King look silly yet you...
Forum: Road warriors 06-11-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,295
Posted By Tilter
I voted for the Triumph, although I would prolly...

I voted for the Triumph, although I would prolly go with a Bonny SE or even Thurxton. I do the the MG V7 Special or Stone would be great choices to try out - I would also very strongly suggest the...
Forum: Road warriors 04-21-2013, 08:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 940
Posted By Tilter
Moto guzzi has some great bikes in that size...

Moto guzzi has some great bikes in that size range too. The Griso is a great standard, plus you've got the Norge and the stelvio too.
Forum: Road warriors 04-13-2013, 09:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,822
Posted By Tilter
iMovie this bike. Sexy, tetchy, reliable, solid....

iMovie this bike. Sexy, tetchy, reliable, solid. I would also suggest you try out a moto guzzi griso, which should fill the same needs and perhaps a few you didn't know you had.
Forum: Road warriors 04-13-2013, 09:04 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,745
Posted By Tilter
I had three speed triples. Four if you count he...

I had three speed triples. Four if you count he second set of skins lol. Anyway I miss all of them, they were gorgeous bike - even my 2012 with its awful beak. I for me thought it handed quite...
Forum: Road warriors 03-08-2013, 04:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,546
Posted By Tilter
This is a terrific site but I would definitely...

This is a terrific site but I would definitely hop on over to hdforums.com. Tons of info and a terrific aftermarket of used stuff. Good luck; road king is a bike I'd definitely like to own again
Forum: Beasts 03-03-2013, 08:09 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,715
Posted By Tilter
You answer your own question. Go with what...

You answer your own question. Go with what makes you feel tingly
Forum: Road warriors 02-26-2013, 06:02 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 9,864
Posted By Tilter
I would look at: R1200r Moto guzzi griso ...

I would look at:

R1200r
Moto guzzi griso
Honda cb1100

I think those bikes will give you what you want from a cruiser but also satisfy you I. Other ways as well.
Forum: Road warriors 02-18-2013, 07:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,433
Posted By Tilter
I think my point may have been muddy. I ride what...

I think my point may have been muddy. I ride what I want too. But it's a happy side effect that the bikes I cited spark conversation. Don't you love talking bikes?
Forum: Road warriors 02-17-2013, 04:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,433
Posted By Tilter
I've ridden or owned basically every bike on your...

I've ridden or owned basically every bike on your list extensively, except the Honda cb1100. Loved them all but for different reasons. I think you should replace the used xl1200r with a used xr1200r...
Forum: Road warriors 02-02-2013, 06:03 AM
Replies: 337
Views: 40,005
Posted By Tilter
Hopefully you have to buy a used one then as that...

Hopefully you have to buy a used one then as that will mean its a failure for MG. people out of work, even fewer dealers carrying the brand, more clones flooding the market.

But hey if it means...
Forum: Road warriors 01-19-2013, 05:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,011
Posted By Tilter
I'm 6' and the r1150r I'm selling fits me...

I'm 6' and the r1150r I'm selling fits me perfectly. I think even if I were an inch taller it would still be great. Maybe different measurements...
Forum: Road warriors 01-01-2013, 07:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,222
Posted By Tilter
I love the r1200c. In blue it's one of my...

I love the r1200c. In blue it's one of my favorite bikes to look at. Eh I like all the colors lol. Chrome heads is great as mentioned. There's some good exhaust options that boost performance a bit...
Forum: Road warriors 12-27-2012, 01:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,504
Posted By Tilter
I love the current generation of Guzzis. ...

I love the current generation of Guzzis. Reliable, lovely to ride once you get them sorted. Go to www.guzzitech.com for some more info but honestly even with just the right map and the right...
Forum: Road warriors 12-16-2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,975
Posted By Tilter
I never heard that this BMW had reliability...

I never heard that this BMW had reliability issues. Where did you see that?

OP: these are fun, reliable little bikes in my experience. I've known three guys well who had one and another few I...
Forum: Road warriors 12-09-2012, 07:37 AM
Replies: 337
Views: 40,005
Posted By Tilter
I kind of agree with your angle, but for me it...

I kind of agree with your angle, but for me it like both bikes had a similar design path, and then one art of engineers said "hey let's make a bike that has definite roots back to Harley's from...
Forum: Road warriors 10-27-2012, 10:48 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,991
Posted By Tilter
Have you ever ridden a BMW R1200C? Great bikes...

Have you ever ridden a BMW R1200C? Great bikes that are way more fun to ride than you think they would be on paper. And you can find a pristine one for your price. Lots of overvalued ones out there...
Forum: Road warriors 10-18-2012, 09:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,579
Posted By Tilter
Nice bike - good luck and ride safe.

Nice bike - good luck and ride safe.
Forum: Road warriors 10-15-2012, 06:23 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,875
Posted By Tilter
I think you should buy my r1150r. It's listed...

I think you should buy my r1150r. It's listed here check it out... Seriously though. Or for more money a Griso or Speed Triple.
Forum: Road warriors 10-15-2012, 04:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,617
Posted By Tilter
Seriously for that money do yourself a favor and...

Seriously for that money do yourself a favor and find a 2007 Griso and just take it for a spin. It will take care of the rest.
Forum: Road warriors 10-06-2012, 07:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,715
Posted By Tilter
You can definitely take it to the track although...

You can definitely take it to the track although its not a sport bike. There is an 1100 and a 1200 in 2009 and after. The 1200 has more horsepower but the 1100 has a really great powerband and you...
Forum: Road warriors 10-06-2012, 03:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,715
Posted By Tilter
Wicked Yes 11 a current. I thought the 09 far prettier,...

Yes 11 a current. I thought the 09 far prettier, but the 12 far more functional.

That said if you are looking for something absolutely brilliant that you can fond for a song that would be a moto...
Forum: Road warriors 10-06-2012, 03:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,715
Posted By Tilter
Super duke was extremely comfortable - way more...

Super duke was extremely comfortable - way more comfy than the 2009 speed triple I ended up going with. Prolly part of the reason why I switched to a 2012 speed triple just a few weeks later. I have...
Forum: Road warriors 10-02-2012, 05:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,617
Posted By Tilter
Moto Guzzi Griso. Best of everything and...

Moto Guzzi Griso. Best of everything and everything g you are asking for. Before you say no just ride one. My biggest regret ever was getting rid of mine. Well biggest bike regret. I've got plenty of...
Forum: Road warriors 09-25-2012, 09:53 AM
Replies: 325
Views: 82,939
Posted By Tilter
I bought my 2009 Strat S from a Harley dealer in...

I bought my 2009 Strat S from a Harley dealer in Philly last November for $7,200. it was gorgeous, George.
Forum: Road warriors 09-08-2012, 07:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,743
Posted By Tilter
Meh. There's a dealer right in his town and they...

Meh. There's a dealer right in his town and they are a piece of cake to work on. If he's going across country I'm sure he'll take the HD. There are enough suppliers for parts online to get them in...
Forum: Road warriors 09-08-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,743
Posted By Tilter
Before you lay out all that cash on an xr1200 you...

Before you lay out all that cash on an xr1200 you should take a speed triple for a ride. You can find really nice used ones for around $4k for the last gen and $2500ish for the gen before that. They...
Forum: Road warriors 09-08-2012, 03:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,594
Posted By Tilter
Resale will be far easier on a storm or tbird...

Resale will be far easier on a storm or tbird than a rocket as well.
Forum: Road warriors 09-08-2012, 01:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,594
Posted By Tilter
I've ridden both the Rocket Roadster and the...

I've ridden both the Rocket Roadster and the Storm and I love them both. With all the incentives right now, and the slit preference I have, I'd go with a Storm for sure. If you are buying used though...
Forum: Road warriors 09-07-2012, 03:10 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,125
Posted By Tilter
I'm jealous - you got them both! I just got a...

I'm jealous - you got them both! I just got a 2012 speed triple and I love it. Not an r but enough for me. I rode the aprilia before getting the s3 and loved it, just the new one wasn't in my price...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-07-2012, 06:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 920
Posted By Tilter
Problem is the job offer from Jersey is about 20%...

Problem is the job offer from Jersey is about 20% better than the one from Ithaca. Even with the $10K a year difference in cost of living that still leaves about $12K extra a year. Is $12K extra a...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-05-2012, 06:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 309
Posted By Tilter
Street. I have a 2012 speed triple.

Street. I have a 2012 speed triple.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-05-2012, 02:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 920
Posted By Tilter
No offroad riding for me. I'm hoping that just a...

No offroad riding for me. I'm hoping that just a little SOuth of AC isnt too bad.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-05-2012, 12:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 309
Posted By Tilter
How is the riding in South Jersey?

I'm potentially relocating to the Atlantic City region from Erie, PA and am curious about the riding.

I grew up in NYC and lived on Long Island - is it similar?
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 09-05-2012, 12:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 920
Posted By Tilter
How is the area around Atlantic City, NJ for riding?

I'm looking at relocating - choosing between Atlantic City, NJ and Ithaca, NY. Just about everything is dead-even so I'm narrowing things down. I love the riding around Ithaca and the Finger Lakes...
Forum: Ride reports 09-05-2012, 10:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 288
Posted By Tilter
Ride Question

Wrong Title - Please delete
Forum: Road warriors 08-25-2012, 08:16 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,554
Posted By Tilter
Everyone always bashed the CVO models but truly...

Everyone always bashed the CVO models but truly they are probably the best bang for the buck around.

Take an $18k Road King and slap $12k worth of parts on it. What to you have? An $18k Road...
Forum: Road warriors 08-09-2012, 07:34 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,483
Posted By Tilter
I test rode a 1997 Bandit last week and loved it....

I test rode a 1997 Bandit last week and loved it. I ended up buying a newer speed triple but I know the Bandit would have pleased me.
Forum: Road warriors 08-06-2012, 07:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 670
Posted By Tilter
Vmax forum.net is the best IMO. Some time...

Vmax forum.net is the best IMO.

Some time in the 90's they upgraded the forks. I think that was the last big one.

Early 2000's are great buys. I know of a 2005 with super low miles in...
Forum: Road warriors 08-04-2012, 01:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,715
Posted By Tilter
I rode the SD and a SPEED TRIPLE back to back and...

I rode the SD and a SPEED TRIPLE back to back and while I liked the SD I loved that Triple motor. The surging on the SD was awful and the sound from the Leo Vince cans kind of generic.

The SD was...
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