looking for a cruiser middle weight bike

Would you guys be so kind as to direct me to a good cruiser that weighs around 600 lbs and is reliable. Something I can ride around town and short hops on the freeways thanks guys:71baldboy:

 

Would you guys be so kind as to direct me to a good cruiser that weighs around 600 lbs and is reliable. Something I can ride around town and short hops on the freeways thanks guys:71baldboy:

im looking for a cruiser myself

 

A Sportster weighs in at about 650 lbs

 

556 lbs dry and 587 lbs fully fueled. :thumbsup:

 

Suzuki C50
Honda Shadow 750
Kawasaki Vulcan 900
Yamaha V-star 650

 

Well I'm sure I'm a little biased but for good reason I think.:biggrin: My '02 750cc Honda Magna is really easy to handle. It'll run 80 on the interstate all day and won't even break a sweat. It weighs a little over 500lbs. You won't be giving up as much performance as your used to compared to any other <1000cc stock middle weight cruiser. They come stock with around 80hp. I'm sure some of the other cruisers that were listed would be good choices as well. I did ride a Honda shadow 750 and it was a nice ride. Good luck with whichever bike you wind up with.

 

I have the Suzuki C50, and it's a great ride. Comfy, plenty of power, and a great commuter,

 

You know- there are tons of choices in-between. They're called "standards".
Sportster 883 is kind of inbetween a standard and cruiser.

I bet you'd love an 80's BMW R65
Yamaha Seca
Bandit 600
Royal Enfield
Kawasaki W650
Bonneville
Moto Guzzi V7Classic
etc

 

Triumphs are good bikes. I like the Bonnie T-100 And I have a Bandit 600S good running bike!

 

Triumph has a couple cruiser/standard models based on their 865cc engine. Bonneville, Speedmaster and America. They also make some nice streetfighter and sport touring models if you decide not to go all the way to cruiser from a sprtsbike.

 

Guys these bikes that y'all listed, are all very helpful tips on what to look for in a bike. How ever, I have to think about how far away the different model bikes are from my house. And I would not buy a bike with out a service department close buy. I went down to the local metric dealer, that sells all the major brands of metric cruisers. I checked out the Yamaha V Star 950, And the Kawasaki 900 classic. And then went up to the Harley Davidson dealer,And checked out the all new for 2011 883 super low. Mag wheels and a new seat, 4.5 gal. fuel tank, and over two inches of rear suspension travel. Compared to 1 1/2" of travel 2010 and earlier. The bike though was way to small, and the HD dealer would not come down off the MSRP. And he was not willing to sweeten the deal, With helmets or leather jacket so I passed the Harley up. I went back to the local metric dealer and scheduled a test ride on the Kawasaki 900 classic, and also the V Star 950. The test ride will be this evening at 2:00 pm.I looked for a 650 V Star but he was sold out. Anyway I will let you guys know which bike I choose later on. I might just get a standard, If I can find a relaxed riding bike. with easy bars to sit up straight and foot controls that are standard position and not leaned back ward.

 

Mid-cruiser

Sounds like you might be interested in a bike like a Honda NT700V. It has many features,and ABS available. High option bike for ten grand

 

The Honda NT700V would be a great bike. Looks a bit like a sportbike, but upright riding position. The Kawasaki Versus is another good all around bike. The Triumph Bonnevilles were also mentioned and would be excellent bikes.

 

Yea the triumph dealer is 200+ miles away from my home. The Kawasaki versus would be great if it came with a center stand. On that type bike you have to have a center stand. And it has not option for one. I have not seen a NT700v Honda but I will remember to check it out when I leave here in a little bit. Hea! thanks again. I am excited all ready. I will let everyone know what I get thanks

 

Yea the triumph dealer is 200+ miles away from my home.

There's one in Decatur, Allsport, http://www.allsportinc.com/

Not as close as the metric dealer ten minutes from your house but still a viable option.

 

Where the heck do you live? Even Guyana has more than just Japanese dealers.

 

We have a Harley dealer about 30 miles away from Florence Alabama, which is where I am from. A chopper dealer about 50 miles away. And the metric dealer about ten minutes away. I live in a big city with lots of bikes, just not a lot of dealers close by. Most riders here choose the monster bagger cruisers, or the middle weight cruisers to ride. And super sports are next, and then the off road bikes next and then the standards. Those all sell in the order listed from the first being the most sold and then less as mentioned as it goes along. Now that is here, My home place, and what the dealers have said to me, so could be different some where else.

 

Good luck with the test rides, and let us know what you think.

 

I must have lost my mind, I started to go to the dealer and forgot it's new years day. They will not reopen till next tuesday. That must be what the dealer was telling me. And I got mixed up with the days I guess. He never said anything at all about coming in Saturday for the test at 2:00 pm. I guess he assumed I was coming in Tuesday? There not open on Mondays. Got all my hopes up for today and then thought about what I was doing so I apologize for my stupid mistake.

 

one more thing, I cannot believe no one on this forum, said nothing to me. That the cycle shops are closed for new years day? Got all excited for nothing. Next Tuesday! 2:00 pm test ride even the dealer said nothing to me? I guess they expected me to know already. No harm, no file, Happy New Year again to all you motorcycle snobs

 

I didn't say anything because my dealer was open today. I bet each dealer makes their own decision whether or not to be open; I doubt Kawasaki or Honda sends them an email to say "Hey, you guys HAVE to be open from xx to xx, or else..." Let us know how the test ride goes, good luck!

 

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You know what day it is?! Like -right now?

 

This is not april fool's day there daddy-o. When did you fall down?:thumbsdown:

 

There are a lot of businesses open today. As was said before, it's up to the individual owners as to when they are open or closed.

 

The Harley dealer is closed till Feb. 14th 2011, all to be on vacation till then. The only thing that is open around here is fast food and grocery stores and restaurants Wallmart and some car dealers. But not the motorcycle dealer where I had agreed for the test rides.

 

Memphis, nasheville, Norcross (a little North of Atlanta), maybe chatanooga.
Sounds like a road trip to me.
As far as service goes, if you get a manual and do the services yourself (or pay a competant mechanic) -documenting everything- the dealer has to honor the warranty.
After I trailered my Enfield home, I did all work and got a couple of free parts because it was under warranty. Where there's a will- there's a way.

If you don't have a trailer (I sure wouldn't want to ride a brand new bike home without proper break-in), you can probably get them to deliver it, too.

 

Yea that is not the problem, I have done my own services for years, even setting valve clearances. And rebuilding a few motorcycle engines in my day. The problem is getting parts that I would need, without riding or driving so far to fetch them. I never have cared for the aftermarket parts, they never fit like factory stuff does. And I would never be afraid of riding a new motorcycle wide open, if I was to need to. I ride fast and hard and have never had any problem with the engines. Even from the first day on with the new bike.

 

"Yankees" usually experience major culture shock as they discover that business is done differently in The South. If time matters, you simply HAVE to call and check first. Many times I've headed out to an allegedly normal business- only to find "Gone Fishing" taped on the door.

 

Good point to remember, Its OK though, I have done more research. Articles where there have had comparison test on the Kawasaki 900 and the V Star 950. Taller riders liked the Kawasaki custom While normal size folks like the V Star 950. I am of the normal size man, And But I do like the Kawasaki 900 and the Yamaha 950. I will find out Tuesday afternoon

 

If your looking for a new ride, there are a lot of cruisers in that range to choose from. But if your looking for so good used cruiser, there is the Honda 750 Shadow, Suzuki C series, Vulcan 900 and the Star V1100 (the big brother to the 650) you might want to consider. There all good bikes, you just to pick out the one that is best for you.

Good luck.

 

Yeah, I have pretty much made up my mind on a new Star V Star 950. And if it fits me like I think it will, then it will more than likely be my next pic. Yamaha motors are bullet proof, With all forged components in the engine plus roller cams and rocker arms. Plus it is air cooled, so It will not blow hot air all over me during the dog days of summer. like my Suzuki gsxr did. With a radiator, And cooling fan

 

I forgot to tell you thank you for your support to me, and your good advice. Just one more thing, when I consider where I do most of my riding. You know the Kawasaki water cooled Vulcan 900 classic, Looks pretty good. It has more low end torque than the V Star 950. Which would be better for around town riding. And when I think about the short hops on the freeways the Kawasaki 900 looks even more appealing. I really do prefer the looks of the Kawasaki classic the best. Hard decision between the two bikes. I like them both for different reasons. The v stars top end bias mill, and the low end and mid range of the Kawi. Plus the Kawi will lean over a little, When taking a corner.

 

I'm begining to think you might want to buy both :thumbsup:

 

You are right, But I can only ride one of them. So Tuesday will be the big day when I go down and test ride the bikes. I value comfort more than almost anything else. Buying a motorcycle is very personal, And we all have our own style of motorcycle that blows our hair back. Tuesday I will know which bike blows my hair back. If they both ride the same and are both comfy then It will come down to getting the best deal on which bike I get. And If the dealer is willing to sweeten the deal, with helmets and leather jackets or Sissie bars or what ever. That will all become a factor also. And but I might walk away with nothing, If I cannot get a deal, that I think I should get from the dealer. I will move on to another county or next door to another state if I can save thousand dollars or more then I will go to Corinth Mississippi, And buy one there. They are the cheapest in the country for Yamaha and Honda cycles. What I might do is call and get there OTD prices and then ask my dealer if he will Match the out of state dealer? Who knows what will take place

 

I know the obstacles out there, all sorts of product. A 650 will be 55 mph on highway. a sportster is geared low but gives you 65(howener lots of vibration. I selected a suzuki c50 t which is 635 lb. handles great, good weight distribution, super around town and 80 mph cruizing VERY LITTLE VIBTRAION.At 66 years old I need light, no vibs, good cruizing speed to visit the gr kids 2 hrs away,and lots of things to buy and install to keep me doing something.
Good luck with your chioce.Even if you don't chose a perfect bike, it's always better than driving a cage. Happy New Year
bcflyguy

 

You sure got that right, I'm 56 yrs old myself and I have owned lots of different bikes over the years. I have narrowed it down to two bikes the Kawasaki 900 classic and the Yamaha V Star 950. Tuesday I will test ride them and go from there. I like the Suzuki c-50 but I am not a fan of a drive-shaft final drive. I like the belt drive, because it is lighter and the suspension on the rear can be softer with the belt and also more rear travel

 

If gas keeps going up I might get a 100+ mpg moped. That way when I run out of gas I can pedal the thing to the gas station. Only trouble is they have to be able to run 45 mph, Or you cannot get a license plate for the thing