Author Topic: LOOK WHAT APTECH MADE ME DO!!!! (WARNING: New bike content!) (Read 2872 times)

mkramer1121 · « **on:** February 02, 2008, 05:35:02 PM »

I bought a new '08 Kawasaki Versys do to APTech's constant nagging on me needing a new bike. I have to wait for delivery (and the snow to melt) before I call it my own, but a stock photo is below for those that need an image. This is my first new bike, I can't wait for spring!

fuzzybutt · « **Reply #1 on:** February 02, 2008, 05:59:08 PM »

i'm thinking about doing the same thing, get rid of all the vintage stuff and maybe getting a new bonneville or maybe a thruxton. i am that over old bikes right now lol.

mkramer1121 · « **Reply #2 on:** February 02, 2008, 06:12:58 PM »

See, I still have the CB550, the CB750 cafe, and I'm picking up a CB550 chassis and engine tomorrow....so I still have the bug, just needed a new bike for the long rides that I want to do.

aptech77 · « **Reply #3 on:** February 03, 2008, 06:40:48 AM »

mikedialect · « **Reply #4 on:** February 03, 2008, 08:30:22 AM »

Quote from: mkramer1121 on February 02, 2008, 06:12:58 PM

See, I still have the CB550, the CB750 cafe, and I'm picking up a CB550 chassis and engine tomorrow....so I still have the bug, just needed a new bike for the long rides that I want to do.

I could never get rid of my old stuff! I saw the ducati sport 1000s with optional stock fairing on it this weekend at the moto show and I think I may have to get a new baby to accompany all my other baby's.

bill440cars · « **Reply #5 on:** February 03, 2008, 09:47:03 AM »

Yeah Mike, Jim does have a way about him, doesn't he.

Guess I'm gonna have to look the Kawasaki Versys up and check out what you are getting. I'm not to up on the newer models. The picture you posted, looks pretty cool at that. Now, that bike's gonna be nagging you until decent weather shows up, so you can take it out for a spin. You KNOW you're gonna have to report back, after your first outting, don't cha?

Later on, Bill

mkramer1121 · « **Reply #6 on:** February 03, 2008, 10:25:17 AM »

Well, I never liked new bikes either, ad when I first saw this one, I was like man, that's ugly, but the more I was looking at bikes, the more I kept looking at this one, and it grew on me like a tumor, and I needed to have it. 64hp, 44lbs of torque. Not bad for a parallel twin 650. Its uses the same engine, and other parts, from the 650 Ninja, but has an upright seating position and better suspension. And of course I'll report back, its only the nature of the beast to brag....err...steer your fellow forum members in the right direction!

bill440cars · « **Reply #7 on:** February 03, 2008, 11:01:18 AM »

Okay Mike, now you're starting to repeat yourself.

Yeah, I went back to Kawasaki and checked it out. Quite a lot of engineering in that one. Pretty cool and quite versatile too!

Here's link for those interested in some specifics. Hope you don't mind Mike.

Later on, Bill

http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Detail.aspx?id=246

Okay, Mike has taken care of the repeat post.

mkramer1121 · « **Reply #8 on:** February 03, 2008, 11:09:21 AM »

its these bleepin' new forums....deleted double post.....

ProTeal55 · « **Reply #9 on:** February 05, 2008, 10:31:08 AM »

Congrat's on the new purchase !
It is SO NICE having a modern bike to ride (let me tell ya from experience)...

my78k · « **Reply #10 on:** February 05, 2008, 12:10:38 PM »

My buddy bought the Ninja 650 which has the same engine...nice bike overall but definitely a different feel and sound than the inline 4. He can't quite hang with my CBR but it is far more comfortable over long distances so I would imagine the Versys is like riding in a Lazy-Boy!

Dennis

Andoo · « **Reply #11 on:** February 11, 2008, 11:44:36 AM »

I guess I just love old bikes too much. I'd rather buy three or four classics instead of one new bike.

Maybe it's just because im young and dumb.

Spikeybike · « **Reply #12 on:** February 11, 2008, 12:12:24 PM »

good for you mike , you've been talking about getting one for months

now you can talk about having one

Badger 5 · « **Reply #13 on:** February 11, 2008, 12:30:40 PM »

I've read good things about that bike.

mkramer1121 · « **Reply #14 on:** February 11, 2008, 12:48:57 PM »

Quote from: spikeybike on February 11, 2008, 12:12:24 PM

good for you mike , you've been talking about getting one for months

now you can talk about having one

I still don't have it...stupid winter....

At the cycle show this weekend, the seat was never empty, so I'm just happy I ordered one BEFORE everyone else did,

bill440cars · « **Reply #15 on:** February 11, 2008, 06:28:27 PM »

Quote from: mkramer1121 on February 11, 2008, 12:48:57 PM

Quote from: spikeybike on February 11, 2008, 12:12:24 PM
good for you mike , you've been talking about getting one for months

now you can talk about having one

I still don't have it...stupid winter....

At the cycle show this weekend, the seat was never empty, so I'm just happy I ordered one BEFORE everyone else did,

Hey Mike, Since Jim MADE you do it, is HE gonna help with the PAYMENTS?

Yeah, That's what I thought!

Later on, Bill

mkramer1121 · « **Reply #16 on:** February 11, 2008, 08:45:06 PM »

no, but he keeps emailing me pictures of exhausts that I should buy for it...I think he's more excited then I am...

ProTeal55 · « **Reply #17 on:** February 12, 2008, 01:06:58 PM »

Once the weather gets better and u wanna put some miles on that new ride give me a call..

bill440cars · « **Reply #18 on:** February 12, 2008, 01:59:21 PM »

Quote from: mkramer1121 on February 11, 2008, 08:45:06 PM

no, but he keeps emailing me pictures of exhausts that I should buy for it...I think he's more excited then I am...

I'm sure that Jim will help you to get it lined out.

He sounds like a "Proud Uncle".

I imagine that you two will be giving the new bike a Good Going Over, when the time comes.

Just don't let him convince you that it needs to do over nights with his Triumph!

Later on, Bill

aptech77 · « **Reply #19 on:** February 14, 2008, 10:34:03 AM »

You guys are too funny....

I can't wait for Spring/Summer......

bill440cars · « **Reply #20 on:** February 14, 2008, 01:13:46 PM »

Quote from: aptech77 on February 14, 2008, 10:34:03 AM

You guys are too funny....

I can't wait for Spring/Summer......

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Author Topic: LOOK WHAT APTECH MADE ME DO!!!! (WARNING: New bike content!) (Read 2872 times)

fuzzybutt

Andoo