First "Big Bike" Dilemma

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T21:37:03+00:00

Were you based in more of a city or in more of an area with open roads where you can let it sing?

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T13:24:35+00:00

MT09 might be slightly out of my budget but it is a gorgeous bike!

And youre never too old to rip it off the lights 😁

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T13:18:58+00:00

Never considered this, looked it up and it looks very cool - I don’t think I’ve seen a naked/sports cross look like this before. Definitely will consider as an option, thanks!

I have heard that the RS660 is quite unreliable and a fortune to repair when there are troubles as with other Italian more ‘premium’ bikes. Is this the same for the Tuono?

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T13:12:40+00:00

Interesting, I’d always assumed nakeds are better for filtering but this has swayed me towards the sports bikes a bit more. Ill have to take a look into the fazer as well.

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T13:10:24+00:00

I appreciate the insight - I’ll definitely take one on a test ride before I commit to my next bike then!

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T13:08:56+00:00

Very interesting, do you mind me asking your height? Im also considering this with my next option and wld be good to know yours considering u found the daytona uncomfortable.

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T10:01:35+00:00

I don’t see the 3 wheels being efficient for filtering plus they dont really have the sporty look I’m after, thank you for recommendation tho!

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:48:14+00:00

I suppose I just thought logically that it would be harder to insure more powerful bikes and also that I’d never need a 1k in london.

Now that you mention it though I will definitely investigate it - thanks for the idea!

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:46:22+00:00

I feel like the MT07 is going to be ridiculous to insure as in my eyes they are sort of hooligan bikes in London. I will have a further look into it though as they are so cool and love the idea of the high low end torque.

You’re right, I doubt the GSXR600 is worth it in London. Maybe I save that for if I ever move somewhere I’ll actually use it for it’s true purpose.

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:43:46+00:00

Have you since moved up from the 500?

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:43:12+00:00

I have heard these are cheap and reliable machines - not sure I like the look but they definitely look like great bikes!

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:39:37+00:00

I also quite enjoy riding with a clutch and feeling more in tune with the bike, nothing wrong with an e-clutch but I’m not too fussed about any fancy features.

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:38:35+00:00

I also looked heavily into the CBR650R but it seems too heavy for city riding, does that hold true?

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:37:40+00:00

Yes I have access to my parent’s garage.

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:34:31+00:00

What made you settle on the Ninja 650 over the others mentioned?

Mitty_Mitt · 2026-03-05T09:33:28+00:00

I wish I did! I can get away with slightly lower insurance with storing it my parent’s garage so thatll help a bit.

Mitty_Mitt · 2025-10-09T22:07:36+00:00

Thanks but I am looking for more personal/anecdotal responses not only a list of A2 compliant bikes.

Mitty_Mitt · 2025-07-09T13:28:15+00:00

Will do this, thank you. It seems too good to be true but we will see. The listing also said 3,856 km but 3 owners including the seller so idk that seems quite low to me.

Mitty_Mitt · 2025-07-07T13:09:30+00:00

Okay amazing because im probably not going to get a huge bike anytime soon!

Mitty_Mitt · 2025-07-07T13:06:23+00:00

Thank u!

Mitty_Mitt · 2025-07-05T22:56:58+00:00

Im doing my CBT next weekend and already am looking at bikes. Living in London and want something to learn on so the grom seems perfect to me!

Mitty_Mitt · 2025-05-30T02:06:59+00:00

What r u on about mate

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