stevecbr

Ridden bike for 20+ years. Married with two young kids, work part-time. Always own two bikes, winter and summer bikes to keep the sports bike looking good. Currently have 2013 MT-09 and Honda PCX125 scooter, but tend to change 2nd bikes regularly. In last year have owned XR400,FZ6,DRZ400 & CBR600. Sold the R1 as wasnt really enjoying it, took a XJ6 out and it was really fun. Nearly bought it, then researched and found out the FZ6 was slightly larger, had 20 more BHP, and was cheaper. Bought the FZ6, really impressed with how the naked rode, but wanted something with a bit more power. Tested the FZ8 & 1, but didnt really like the looks, tried the Triumph street triple, but found it small and unexciting. Took the MT-09 for a test as soon as it came out, and OMG had to have one! Immense low down power, front wheel came up in 3rd on test ride, much more grunty than my R1. I agree the fuelling is a bit snatchy, throttle is a bit like a big motocross 2 stroke or tuned bike, very agressive and comes on very strong. The suspension could be improved, but you could say that about most new bikes. So far very impressed, but will be changing tyres from S20's to more touring based ones (T30's, had a few moments when tyres are cold!, and I use it all year round, not just sunny weekends)