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Monsterlover

#15
August 01, 2010, 08:18:47 AM
Why are you selling?  I thought you loved it?
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

DRKWNG

#16
August 01, 2010, 08:42:42 AM Last Edit: August 01, 2010, 03:53:09 PM by DRKWNG
Quote from: Monsterlover on August 01, 2010, 08:18:47 AM
Why are you selling?  I thought you loved it?

Really really like?  Yes, love?  Getting there.  And it's not decided that I am going to put it up for sale, just a thought that is being kicked around in my head.

Thing is, I bought the bike as a more commute friendly ride than the Daytona that it replaced.  The riding position works for that purpose, but overall the SD isn't the best choice for a commuter due to the shortage of luggage options.  Plus, it's a pretty thirsty bike as well.  My 2V Duc routinely gets in the high 40s when calculating mpg, but the SD rarely gets better than the mid 30s.  Almost thinking that I would be better off with an ST or maybe (gasp) a 2V Multi...

Update:  Or I could always use the money from selling it to fund some ridiculous (isn't ridiculous synonymous with NCR?) motor upgrades to the SC. 

fastwin

#17
August 01, 2010, 09:30:15 AM
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 01, 2010, 08:15:11 AM
I'll sell you my SuperDuke.   [evil]

Stop it! Both of you! Dammit... if I find myself driving by RPM several times a day for no reason I'm really gonna be pissed at you both! [bang] [evil] [laugh]

DRKWNG

#18
August 01, 2010, 09:40:42 AM
Quote from: DRKWNG on August 01, 2010, 08:15:11 AM
I'll sell you my SuperDuke.   [evil]

At a good price too.  It's got the Akra system on it as well.  ;)

R0CKETMAN

#19
August 01, 2010, 10:25:26 AM
SM-R's and butterflies oh my
"Bones Heal, Chicks Dig Scars, Pain Goes Away"

ZOSO

#20
August 02, 2010, 07:03:20 AM
Monsterlover:
I LOVE your 950SM-R!
Having ridden one and a 990 SMR, they are amazing and incredibly fun bikes.

fastwin:
For all of the same reasons you mention, I recently gave up SBK's and even my beloved Monster for a Hyper.
While admittedly not a true SM like Monsterlover's beauty of a KTM, the "dirt bike" seating position and narrow profile provides a very different motorcycling experience (translated: F U N). 
If you grew up on dirt bikes or back/wrist issues persist, I highly recommend any of the SM style bikes.
In a weird way, it's reinvigorated my passion for motorcycling.


And while the following comparison video involves a 990 SMR and a Hyper, not Monsterlover's 950, it's still fun to watch! (especially since the KTM wins in every category but they all pick the Duc to own?!)

KTM 990 SMR v Ducati Hypermotard Evo SP

There’s a lady who’s sure all that glitters is gold . . .

Monsterlover

#21
August 02, 2010, 07:07:02 AM
I wouldn't call my SM-R a true supermoto...

It's big and has a twin to motivate that weight. It's not a bike to go down steps on.









































Even though I have gone down steps with it [evil]

:D
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

ZOSO

#22
August 02, 2010, 07:10:06 AM
Quote from: Monsterlover on August 02, 2010, 07:07:02 AM
I wouldn't call my SM-R a true supermoto...
Even though I have gone down steps with it [evil]

:D
I guess you're right - since going UP steps is the true test of a supermoto!
There’s a lady who’s sure all that glitters is gold . . .

Monsterlover

#23
August 03, 2010, 03:38:49 AM
Quote from: fastwin on August 01, 2010, 09:30:15 AM
Stop it! Both of you! Dammit... if I find myself driving by RPM several times a day for no reason I'm really gonna be pissed at you both! [bang] [evil] [laugh]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130416685447&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME%3AB%3ASS%3AUS%3A1123

[evil]
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

Monsterlover

#24
August 03, 2010, 03:54:16 AM
Quote from: ZOSO on August 02, 2010, 07:10:06 AM
I guess you're right - since going UP steps is the true test of a supermoto!

Man, check out these vids from this guy on supermotojunkie.com

Shit like this makes me really want a true sumo, one lung, light weight and loads of suspension travel.

make the beast with two backsing awesome.

Camden DE Pflumm MX Track

Supermoto Potluck

My favorite part is where he rides up the hotel steps, wheelies down the balcony.
Ohio Ride

Pittsburgh

[evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil] [evil]
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

Popeye the Sailor

#25
August 03, 2010, 10:07:08 AM
I want a husaberg.
If the state had not cut funding for the mental institutions, this project could never have happened.

fastwin

#26
August 03, 2010, 10:28:37 AM
Dammit Monsterlover!! Stop posting that shit, you're driving me nuts! [laugh] Caught myself looking at RPM's website yesterday and it's your damn fault!! [moto]

Monsterlover

#27
August 03, 2010, 10:52:00 AM
[evil]
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

Monsterlover

#28
August 04, 2010, 03:38:38 AM
Quote from: fastwin on August 03, 2010, 10:28:37 AM
Dammit Monsterlover!! Stop posting that shit, you're driving me nuts! [laugh] Caught myself looking at RPM's website yesterday and it's your damn fault!! [moto]

Here's one more fun one for you.

KTM 950 SUPERMOTO Promotion
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

Blue

#29
August 04, 2010, 09:42:24 AM
I am sure this has been posted before:
ktm 950 sm
I just did a quick search on Craigslist for supermotos!  I don't know why ???
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