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soojy007 · 07-25-2011, 01:24 PM

I'm 6Ft tall lean built.

Requirements - Looks matter, performance as in easily maneuverable (handling should n't be stiff), shouldn't create backache after long rides.

Purpose - To n fro from workplace -traffic is moderate( distance : 10-15kms one way), odd tour trips (highway - once or twice a month covering 100-150 kms), odd trips to city(heavy traffic).

Previously had owned a Pulsar DTSi 150CC - so i don't prefer to go for Pulsar 220f - need a change.

My preferences as of now:

(1) Yamaha - Fz - Good on city roads, I hear it creates backache if you ride 'em for a long time.
(2) Yamaha - Fazer - Touring machine - I'm presently biased towards it, but read it's over priced just because it has fairing and R15 is better value for money than fazer (confused here).
(3) Yamaha - R15 - I LOVE IT - But,
a) Is gear shifting a major headache in traffic?
b) Performance wise this is the perfect machine, but considering i won't do more than 60-75kmph on every day commuting to office and i'm hearing the real pleasure of R15 kicks in after crossing 90Kmph. I havent taken a test ride yet, does it feel like a normal bike during the first 0-60kmph mark?

don't wants - cbr250 (too pricey), hero honda(hunks n karizmas - na just don't like it), rtr 180 (cute n small)

Noor · 07-25-2011, 10:34 PM

Thread approved

princesirohi · 07-25-2011, 11:21 PM

u have ruled out all the good machines man---

consider--

pulsar 220
zmr
R15

aargee · 07-25-2011, 11:40 PM

Question to you - Have you take a test ride on all these motorcycles?

Homework to you - Go through the ownership thread on R15, FZ & Fazer & in addition, go through for ZMA/R, RTR.

cmahajan · 07-26-2011, 08:45 AM

Dude, whenever asking for advice, at least let people know what your budget is...

Also, are you looking for a 150cc, 180cc, 220cc, 250cc bike?? You seem to be confused among different categories of bikes..

Since you have ridden a 150cc in the past, I would recommend you go for at least a 220cc bike to feel a real difference...

My vote for Karizma R / ZMR. Those machines are good for touring and for city commutes as well and look good which was your very first requirement.

Cheers!!

aargee · 07-26-2011, 09:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmahajan

You seem to be confused among different categories of bikes..

Obviously this is bound to happen when one doesn't know what they need!!!

Only Amit... · 07-26-2011, 04:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soojy007

I'm 6Ft tall lean built.

Requirements - Looks matter, performance as in easily maneuverable (handling should n't be stiff), shouldn't create backache after long rides.
You will love handling of any bike if you ride for a long time and it is entirely subjective.
Eg: I hate handling of RTR's which is known for its easy flickability.

Purpose - To n fro from workplace -traffic is moderate( distance : 10-15kms one way), odd tour trips (highway - once or twice a month covering 100-150 kms), odd trips to city(heavy traffic).

Previously had owned a Pulsar DTSi 150CC - so i don't prefer to go for Pulsar 220f - need a change.
Both are different bikes...
My preferences as of now:

(1) Yamaha - Fz - Good on city roads, I hear it creates backache if you ride 'em for a long time.
Bad pillion comfort, Guys have done saddle sore in FZ so cant comment on the backache part!!!
(2) Yamaha - Fazer - Touring machine - I'm presently biased towards it, but read it's over priced just because it has fairing and R15 is better value for money than fazer (confused here).
I personally like FZ more than Fazer, and if FZ will create backache...Fazer will do the same
(3) Yamaha - R15 - I LOVE IT - But,
a) Is gear shifting a major headache in traffic?
b) Performance wise this is the perfect machine, but considering i won't do more than 60-75kmph on every day commuting to office and i'm hearing the real pleasure of R15 kicks in after crossing 90Kmph. I havent taken a test ride yet, does it feel like a normal bike during the first 0-60kmph mark?
Please define a normal bike
Jokes appart, you wont feel any hickups dude as you were riding a P150 before.This one is my choice from the lot.
don't wants - cbr250 (too pricey

), hero honda(hunks n karizmas - na just don't like it

), rtr 180 (cute n small)

Please find my responce in bold!!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by aargee

Question to you - Have you take a test ride on all these motorcycles?

Homework to you - Go through the ownership thread on R15, FZ & Fazer & in addition, go through for ZMA/R, RTR.

Aargee, these days we are seeing an number of posts like this and all are 1st post of the member
Posts: 1
Dude soojy007...No offence but do you know we have ownership threads as such!!!
Please post in Who are you section first

soojy007 · 07-27-2011, 09:38 PM

thanks a lot amit bro !

will check the ownership thread and come back !

aargee · 07-27-2011, 09:42 PM

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eliksir · 07-28-2011, 12:45 AM

the FZ doesn't create any back pain. The seat is not all that comfortable. maybe its the butt ache you heard about :/

07-25-2011, 01:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
soojy007 Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Mysore/Trivandrum Posts: 62	Long time rider researching for a new bike I'm 6Ft tall lean built. Requirements - Looks matter, performance as in easily maneuverable (handling should n't be stiff), shouldn't create backache after long rides. Purpose - To n fro from workplace -traffic is moderate( distance : 10-15kms one way), odd tour trips (highway - once or twice a month covering 100-150 kms), odd trips to city(heavy traffic). Previously had owned a Pulsar DTSi 150CC - so i don't prefer to go for Pulsar 220f - need a change. My preferences as of now: (1) Yamaha - Fz - Good on city roads, I hear it creates backache if you ride 'em for a long time. (2) Yamaha - Fazer - Touring machine - I'm presently biased towards it, but read it's over priced just because it has fairing and R15 is better value for money than fazer (confused here). (3) Yamaha - R15 - I LOVE IT - But, a) Is gear shifting a major headache in traffic? b) Performance wise this is the perfect machine, but considering i won't do more than 60-75kmph on every day commuting to office and i'm hearing the real pleasure of R15 kicks in after crossing 90Kmph. I havent taken a test ride yet, does it feel like a normal bike during the first 0-60kmph mark? don't wants - cbr250 (too pricey), hero honda(hunks n karizmas - na just don't like it), rtr 180 (cute n small)

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aargee My world changed from smoke & 2T to ECM & 4 joke!! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chennai Posts: 8,011	Question to you - Have you take a test ride on all these motorcycles? Homework to you - Go through the ownership thread on R15, FZ & Fazer & in addition, go through for ZMA/R, RTR. __________________ Patience pays...The Vulture's virtue is patience and the bird always get it's food - Wise man saying This is not a bakery. I don't sugar coat anything. If you ask for my opinion...then that's what you'll get. Don't be mad when it's not what you want to hear

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cmahajan Careful Rider Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Mumbai Posts: 304	Dude, whenever asking for advice, at least let people know what your budget is... Also, are you looking for a 150cc, 180cc, 220cc, 250cc bike?? You seem to be confused among different categories of bikes.. Since you have ridden a 150cc in the past, I would recommend you go for at least a 220cc bike to feel a real difference... My vote for Karizma R / ZMR. Those machines are good for touring and for city commutes as well and look good which was your very first requirement. Cheers!! __________________ Signals which are timed for 50 Kmph are also timed for 100 Kmph :)

07-27-2011, 09:38 PM	#8 (permalink)
soojy007 Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Mysore/Trivandrum Posts: 62	thanks a lot amit bro ! will check the ownership thread and come back !

07-27-2011, 09:42 PM	#9 (permalink)
aargee My world changed from smoke & 2T to ECM & 4 joke!! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chennai Posts: 8,011	These days we're too witnessing people asking questions!!! Most people ask a question for the sake of asking just when they've a flash of thought of buying a ride. Most of them are typical commuters. For most commuters there's an excellent tool - xBhp.com : What Bike __________________ Patience pays...The Vulture's virtue is patience and the bird always get it's food - Wise man saying This is not a bakery. I don't sugar coat anything. If you ask for my opinion...then that's what you'll get. Don't be mad when it's not what you want to hear

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eliksir Elixir of life Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Calicut Posts: 673	the FZ doesn't create any back pain. The seat is not all that comfortable. maybe its the butt ache you heard about :/ __________________ CRAP Blog

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