I would love to have a go on the new 457 and then the 400 kawi makes… I like how the kawi sounds when you get…lets say creative😂 Thanks for sharing Ken
The posture of full-on sports bikes gives me pause when I go window-shopping for a new bike. That said, I have a Ducati 748 with similar ergo's to the RSV4, what I've done though is changed the bars to an inch higher, and it's made it much more comfortable. I'm also going to drop the pegs slightly, but I can't go too far as I mostly ride this on the track.
If I ever pull the trigger on a sport bike, upgrading the bars will be a must. Just an inch or so would make a big deference. I do like the older Ducati's... 848 and the 1098 I would be looking at.
I have both. Rsv4 is def the better bike with better chassis, it brakes much better with less rear wheel chatter and turns almost as fast as strs given the forged wheels. However, when I want to relax, I just take my strs to track and have a fun day instead of trying to PB.
The major service is expensive but thats the cost of having an exotic bike. If you have the means, do it. No one buys the Aprilia for fuel economy. If you are worried about fuel economy, you get a 250cc bike. Parts availability varies. Basic everyday parts are readily available. Some off the wall random part might take longer since its coming from Italy. But I havent had to buy random off the wall parts and have not heard of anyone else that did either, so I guess it's not that big of a deal. Overall, you don't buy an Aprilia for fuel economy, parts, etc... You buy it because it's an exotic bike much like people who buy a Ferarri or similar.
55 years old with a 60 year old back and can ride my RSV4 all day long. Last year did a track day then rode home same day (500km). Riding SuperSports is all about technique and a bit of conditioning. In New Zealand which is full of mountain roads SuperSport all day long. Learn how to ride hem and you will be rewarded, up-right bikes will start to feel like they lack feel.
Off topic, but it caught my eye as soon as the video came on; Do they grow cotton up there? You're in the north east, right? That sure looked like cotton, but I didn't think the growing season was long enough for that up there.
Great video. Thanks for riding and letting me test the Triumph.
you definitly should to try an aprillia tuono factory)
I told him the same thing. He'd love the Tuono.
I own both a Tuono V4 and this yellow Street Triple. Great combo.
@@kupalisky3553 Fantastic bikes!
I would love to have a go on the new 457 and then the 400 kawi makes… I like how the kawi sounds when you get…lets say creative😂 Thanks for sharing Ken
Congratulations on being the only person alive who likes the sad lawnmower noise of the Kawasaki 400!
@@jecsah somebody’s gotta do the yard boss🤣🤣🤣
The posture of full-on sports bikes gives me pause when I go window-shopping for a new bike. That said, I have a Ducati 748 with similar ergo's to the RSV4, what I've done though is changed the bars to an inch higher, and it's made it much more comfortable. I'm also going to drop the pegs slightly, but I can't go too far as I mostly ride this on the track.
If I ever pull the trigger on a sport bike, upgrading the bars will be a must. Just an inch or so would make a big deference. I do like the older Ducati's... 848 and the 1098 I would be looking at.
@@Yo-Ken Those are great bikes, and compared to today's superbikes they are much much lighter.
I was about to text you as well! Went out to Falls lake Sunday.
You should have hit me up.
I have both. Rsv4 is def the better bike with better chassis, it brakes much better with less rear wheel chatter and turns almost as fast as strs given the forged wheels. However, when I want to relax, I just take my strs to track and have a fun day instead of trying to PB.
Servicing costs, parts availability, fuelling and fuel economy seem to be the commonly voiced concerns in relation to Aprilia.
Still loved to own one.
The major service is expensive but thats the cost of having an exotic bike. If you have the means, do it. No one buys the Aprilia for fuel economy. If you are worried about fuel economy, you get a 250cc bike. Parts availability varies. Basic everyday parts are readily available. Some off the wall random part might take longer since its coming from Italy. But I havent had to buy random off the wall parts and have not heard of anyone else that did either, so I guess it's not that big of a deal. Overall, you don't buy an Aprilia for fuel economy, parts, etc... You buy it because it's an exotic bike much like people who buy a Ferarri or similar.
I just can't ride sport bikes, absolutely kills my neck, wrist and back. And i'm 27 lol.
Traded my zx6r for a triple, couldn't be happier.
This Triumph triple is amazing!
55 years old with a 60 year old back and can ride my RSV4 all day long. Last year did a track day then rode home same day (500km). Riding SuperSports is all about technique and a bit of conditioning. In New Zealand which is full of mountain roads SuperSport all day long. Learn how to ride hem and you will be rewarded, up-right bikes will start to feel like they lack feel.
You give me hope, but not sure i could ride as long as you on a sport bike.... will see what the future will bring.
Off topic, but it caught my eye as soon as the video came on; Do they grow cotton up there? You're in the north east, right? That sure looked like cotton, but I didn't think the growing season was long enough for that up there.
Cotton is everywhere around here. I live about 30 miles south east of Raleigh, NC.
@@Yo-Ken For some reason I thought you were in Connecticut or PA. NC makes a lot more sense.