749 vs RSVR

Delta · 08-20-2005, 10:11 AM

I was lookin at both of these bikes and noticed they are generally the same price (1k diff). I like both bikes but feel the RSVR might be a lil too big for my personal pref, which led me to the 749, seems like the right size, look, and quality... But its practically the same price, which would u go for? I kno price isnt everything, but when it comes to 10k+ u tend to want to get all ur moneys worth..I also read that the ducatis need a lil more maintenance, but i'd honestly say i'd do more street riding than track days. What do u guys think?

SalKhan · 08-20-2005, 10:50 AM

Ummmmmmm...... This is a silly question since there's no such thing as too big.

Too tall maybe.

But NEVER too big.

Delta · 08-20-2005, 01:20 PM

What i mean to say was too powerful, which usually boils down to throttle control..

SalKhan · 08-20-2005, 01:29 PM

Check out the thread about the guy who just killed himself on a 250.

It doesn't matter.

Don't waste your money on the 749.

Delta · 08-20-2005, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SalKhan

Check out the thread about the guy who just killed himself on a 250.

It doesn't matter.

Don't waste your money on the 749.

ya i read it.....so u suggest the rsvr

SalKhan · 08-20-2005, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Delta

ya i read it.....so u suggest the rsvr

If it were the 999, I'd say it's a toss up. If you're racing, I'd say it's a toss up.

So in other words: Get the RSV.

madman748 · 08-20-2005, 04:16 PM

If your mainly riding on the street, then the RSV.

falco · 08-20-2005, 11:56 PM

If you don't like maintenance, get the rsv

Delta · 08-21-2005, 11:39 AM

Thanks guys, How is insurance on an italian bike as opposed to the jap bikes?

falco · 08-26-2005, 01:43 AM

I pay $250 a year for full coverage $500 deductible.

falco · 08-26-2005, 01:44 AM

I was quoted over $900 at the same time I bought the aprilia for a CBR 600

ApriliaSL · 09-03-2005, 12:59 AM

Be warned Aprilia's are hairy chested bikes with instant power right when you crack the throttle open and are deceptively fast with higher top speeds than hp figures when compared to other bikes would sugest. If you are not too experienced you could be biting more than you can chew.