new bike advice needed

[bodgit]

I,ve just passed my test after a 30year lay off from bikes. I fancy a 600 sports tourer so any ideas of a decent bike would be appreciated. budget up to £3500

[GRIFF55]

Kawasaki 636, cheap insurance, comfy and you can go quite balls out if you like pick up a nice '05-'06 for your budget

[nobby]

vfr750

[bigoggy]

i second the vfr750

[spud31]

i would say vfr or earlier cbr600f around an 03 for 3 grand

[gazbaz2]

Defo VFR

[bodgit]

Thanks for all the advice
My lads got the cbr600f on a 02 plate but wont let me on it.. some of the other blokes on the training course all seemed to go for the vfr I did think about that.. I dont need to go tear arsing about and risk coming off, I got 3 torn discs in my spine and 1 in my neck and had to retire from work at 29 but I got to feel alive again and biking gives me a great feeling.
reading about the vfr it does seem to handle well at all speeds and I believe the cams are gear driven so no need for belt/chain changes. I think Im going to have a look at them.

[Lindsay]

Take it from me, I am a senior rider who enjoys a good fast ride and have plenty of bikes which have been mentioned.
If you want a sports tourer go for Triumph Sprint 955 model.
Also look at Aprilia Tuono all the go of afast bike without the Back ache.
[ I have one of the new models but the old model is still very good and in you bubget].

[cjm_2008]

I'm selling my VFR800.

it's done just over 10k (on an 03 plate) and it's mint.

it's an FI-Y, pre VTEC.

ohlins race shock (£650 worth), front forks rebuilt by a specialist, with ohlins springs & re-shimmed valves for better damping, full service history, and a very rude sounding exhaust (plus original).

oh yeah, and a scottoiler!

selling due to lack of use - I've only done about 6k on her in 20 months.

[frogger]

No no no, forget these sports tourers and get yourself a big triallie. The riding position is more comfortable with a better view in traffic and the bike is capable of doing more. You can go play off road with it too and explore off the beaten track. Additionally you won't be tempted into crazy speeds and get yourself killed (born again bikers of all bikers run the biggest serious accident risk ).

KTM 690
BMW 650GS
BMW 800GS

[Kash]

Get your self down to some dealers and have a sit on few bikes that way it might help you give you a idea of whats best for you..

[gramey]

Originally Posted by frogger

No no no, forget these sports tourers and get yourself a big triallie. The riding position is more comfortable with a better view in traffic and the bike is capable of doing more. You can go play off road with it too and explore off the beaten track. Additionally you won't be tempted into crazy speeds and get yourself killed (born again bikers of all bikers run the biggest serious accident risk ).

KTM 690
BMW 650GS
BMW 800GS

Possibly not the best advice given the OP's problems with the disc's in his back and neck!!!

[migsy]

hi mate. if you want a good bike for the money, get your self a super-moto. they are quick, easy to maintain and if you still got balls you can out-run sports bikes in tight-twisty roads.

go to www.visor-down.com

all the best..migsy.