Saving up for next bike

[Katana 600 NJ]

I have a 1992 katana 600 and havin been loving it for over 25,000 miles in my first 2 years. Im saving up for a new ride this summer, what are your opinions on my list of possiblilties

Triumph Speed Triple 1999+ (the 955 engine models)
CBR600F4I 2001 - 2006
Honda VTR1000F Superhawk

a few others are well liked by me too but these are in my top picks in my budget. 3000ish

[cintidude04]

the best bikes are all a personal preference, get out there and ride as many as you can then decide which one is best to you

[zuma]

This is true...but all three you mention are great bikes.

[beachflyer]

why not a grown up Kat?

[JIB]

Ya know... I didn't like the look of the Busa's when they first came out, but over time it's starting to grow on me. I might have to consider for my next ride. My only concern is the weight.

[cintidude04]

your riding a kat and your concerned about the busa's weight?

[scottynoface]

why not a grown up Kat?

From the list of bikes he wrote out, he wants a sportbike, not another sport tourer.

I love the triples, sexy little bikes. There are a few 955i's running around here for about 3k.

The superchicken is a pretty cool ride too, and the F4i is bulletproof and comfy.

It's all in what you want.

[Katana 600 NJ]

I think I would be happy with any of them.. I would be happy with just about anything with 2 wheels and an engine. I think I am going to give my Kat to my father so he can learn what is so great about riding.

[ChrisInTexas]

You might want to get an insurance quote before signing the deal on a particular bike. I know a girl that bought a Busa but cannot ride it on the street because she can't afford the premiums (it might just be an issue with her budget only, don't know).

One more thing, I have been told that bikes other than Japanese can be very expensive to repair, you might want to check the parts & repair costs on the Triumph.

[Katana 600 NJ]

Good advice, right now My Katana insurance is only 200 a year, and parts, cheap as dirt on ebay, labor..do everything myself. Just did a GSXR 750 camshaft swap and put 122 main jets in...along with yoshi headers and muffler, whew, top end has a whole new life

[scottynoface]

My insurance got cheaper when I went from the Katana to my Ninja. Stopped having parts fall off on the interstate too.

[mstngsrule68]

just for giggles i ran a quote for a new '11 busa, they quoted me about 750bucks.......................................... ............................... a month.

[steves]

I really loved the Superhawk... but the bikes are starting to get long in the tooth now, and out of production for 5+ years.

[ChrisInTexas]

just for giggles i ran a quote for a new '11 busa, they quoted me about 750bucks.......................................... ............................... a month.

Exactly, that's why I brought it up, crazy premiums. If you can believe this, the girl that I mentioned earlier only races the Busa (dragstrip)! No street riding.

[rob845]

just for giggles i ran a quote for a new '11 busa, they quoted me about 750bucks.......................................... ............................... a month.

How old are you, how long have you had bike ins and was it all with the same company?

I was just telling my wife I think I want a busa next, then she told me she wants me to have another Triumph again. she thinks they are sexy. LOL awesome wife...