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Dynaguy · 01-24-2003, 04:21 AM

You might find that an FZ1, ZX12 or Bandit 1200 is just what you are looking for, not to mention Suzuki's new SV 1000 or the Z1000 from Kawasaki. After all, you have one cruiser in the garage, why not add a more sporting ride to your stable and enjoy more than one type of riding.

I will predict, however, that once you sample what the above bikes can provide in terms of riding fun and increased performance, you won't be asking to borrow your old bike too often.

intruderman · 01-24-2003, 04:26 AM

You need a Honda Magna. Not that I'm biased or anything.

intruderman · 01-24-2003, 04:27 AM

Excellent choices, I would love to own any and all of your list.

intruderman · 01-24-2003, 04:28 AM

"ZX12"....

Don't you mean the ZRX1200?

Skorpion23 · 01-24-2003, 04:28 AM

I would suggest either the 919 from Honda, Kawi's ZRX12, or the Bandit from Suzuki. All are reasonably comfy, powerful and fun. Be careful though, as these machine generate tons more power than the Vulcan.

intruderman · 01-24-2003, 04:31 AM

Go to the Honda Hoot or somewhere where you can demo ride some of these. It's amazing how your perception of a bike can change after you actually ride the thing. I used to be scared of the V-max, but after test riding one, I wanted one.

bigjames · 01-24-2003, 04:36 AM

Dude, you live in Milwaukee, like cruisers and need advice on what to buy? Whatever...

My suggestion, hold on until Bike Week in either Arizona or Daytona, hed there, go to the demo ride areas and stand in line to check out some bikes! Ride several, even the ones you "think" you don't like. Tons of really nice bikes out there these days, but you really need to ride them to see what you like!

That's my 2 cents worth.

James Allmond

Macon, Ga

03 HD FLHTCI

00 BMW K1200LT

88 HD FLHS/Watsonian Rig

51 HD Servicar

DeadVFR · 01-24-2003, 04:38 AM

As a slightly discontented ZRX 1200 owner, do as much comparison riding as possible before buying. You might find the inline 4 quite buzzy compared to a twin (especially at 70+ mph). While the ZRX is considered a heavy bike, the extra weight does help soak up the bumps and whatnot. It hides its weight, and serves me well for daily lane-splitting commuting here in SoCal. I do think the bike is a deal at $7900 msrp. However, the factory seat sucks. Get a Corbin.

jmeyn · 01-24-2003, 04:41 AM

If you trade your Shadow for a bike that's better than the Vulcan, you'll find yourself riding the Vulcan again. Ebay has a 95 Vulcan in Albuquerque for about $2250. Think of the fun of riding it home!

motonut_1 · 01-24-2003, 04:44 AM

Of course it's amazing how a short demo ride can give you a false impression of a bike as well. Most demo rides are led rides for specified distances over preselected routes. In the usual 20 to 30 miles of not too challenging roads or speeds, you don't get the opportunity to assess a machines long term comfort or it's handling at the limit, etc.,etc.

But, I agree with you, it's better than nothing. and in many cases, you find out that the bike you were so hot on in the showroom, does not appeal to you at all, once on the road. It sure has saved me some money.

01-24-2003, 04:21 AM	#1
Dynaguy Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 31	Re: MO Reader Needs Advice You might find that an FZ1, ZX12 or Bandit 1200 is just what you are looking for, not to mention Suzuki's new SV 1000 or the Z1000 from Kawasaki. After all, you have one cruiser in the garage, why not add a more sporting ride to your stable and enjoy more than one type of riding. I will predict, however, that once you sample what the above bikes can provide in terms of riding fun and increased performance, you won't be asking to borrow your old bike too often.

01-24-2003, 04:26 AM	#2
intruderman Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 242	Re: MO Reader Needs Advice You need a Honda Magna. Not that I'm biased or anything.

01-24-2003, 04:27 AM	#3
intruderman Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 242	Re: MO Reader Needs Advice Excellent choices, I would love to own any and all of your list.

01-24-2003, 04:28 AM	#4
intruderman Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 242	Re: MO Reader Needs Advice "ZX12".... Don't you mean the ZRX1200?

01-24-2003, 04:28 AM	#5
Skorpion23 Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 8	Re: MO Reader Needs Advice I would suggest either the 919 from Honda, Kawi's ZRX12, or the Bandit from Suzuki. All are reasonably comfy, powerful and fun. Be careful though, as these machine generate tons more power than the Vulcan.

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01-24-2003, 04:31 AM	#6
intruderman Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 242	One more thing.... Go to the Honda Hoot or somewhere where you can demo ride some of these. It's amazing how your perception of a bike can change after you actually ride the thing. I used to be scared of the V-max, but after test riding one, I wanted one.

01-24-2003, 04:36 AM	#7
bigjames Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 408	Re: MO Reader Needs Advice Dude, you live in Milwaukee, like cruisers and need advice on what to buy? Whatever... My suggestion, hold on until Bike Week in either Arizona or Daytona, hed there, go to the demo ride areas and stand in line to check out some bikes! Ride several, even the ones you "think" you don't like. Tons of really nice bikes out there these days, but you really need to ride them to see what you like! That's my 2 cents worth. James Allmond Macon, Ga 03 HD FLHTCI 00 BMW K1200LT 88 HD FLHS/Watsonian Rig 51 HD Servicar

01-24-2003, 04:38 AM	#8
DeadVFR Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 19	Re: MO Reader Needs Advice As a slightly discontented ZRX 1200 owner, do as much comparison riding as possible before buying. You might find the inline 4 quite buzzy compared to a twin (especially at 70+ mph). While the ZRX is considered a heavy bike, the extra weight does help soak up the bumps and whatnot. It hides its weight, and serves me well for daily lane-splitting commuting here in SoCal. I do think the bike is a deal at $7900 msrp. However, the factory seat sucks. Get a Corbin.

01-24-2003, 04:41 AM	#9
jmeyn Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 780	Avoid escalation If you trade your Shadow for a bike that's better than the Vulcan, you'll find yourself riding the Vulcan again. Ebay has a 95 Vulcan in Albuquerque for about $2250. Think of the fun of riding it home!

01-24-2003, 04:44 AM	#10
motonut_1 Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 54	Re: One more thing.... Of course it's amazing how a short demo ride can give you a false impression of a bike as well. Most demo rides are led rides for specified distances over preselected routes. In the usual 20 to 30 miles of not too challenging roads or speeds, you don't get the opportunity to assess a machines long term comfort or it's handling at the limit, etc.,etc. But, I agree with you, it's better than nothing. and in many cases, you find out that the bike you were so hot on in the showroom, does not appeal to you at all, once on the road. It sure has saved me some money.