1st, apologies if this is not the right forum, but I believe an fz6r forum is the right place for asking unbiased advice about other bikes brands.
Here's the thing, I am looking to get a second bike.The idea is keeping the fz6r for my wife (although real truth is that I just love the fz6r and don't want to sell) but at the same time, I want to able to find a second bike and ride with her.
I've narrowed the options to Ducati Monster 696 and Street Triple or Speed Triple. I just love the looks.
Now, I am very confused about the pros and cons of the Speed vs Street. Also, the advantages of getting a Triumph over the Ducati. I know Ducati is air cooled so that's kind of a drawback.
Please do not tell me go to the dealer and try. This would be my 4th motorcycle. I know trying a bike is the best way to check ergonomics. What I need is advice or comments about the following ...
-Torque and power curves (looking for something smooth like fz6r)
-Reliability
-Upright position
-Cost of maintenance
Based on initial comments about fellow riders is when I start checking on dealers myself, without hearing all the BS that the sales guy will start spitting from his mouth ... lol ...
Any comment or advice is very appreciated...
Here's the thing, I am looking to get a second bike.The idea is keeping the fz6r for my wife (although real truth is that I just love the fz6r and don't want to sell) but at the same time, I want to able to find a second bike and ride with her.
I've narrowed the options to Ducati Monster 696 and Street Triple or Speed Triple. I just love the looks.
Now, I am very confused about the pros and cons of the Speed vs Street. Also, the advantages of getting a Triumph over the Ducati. I know Ducati is air cooled so that's kind of a drawback.
Please do not tell me go to the dealer and try. This would be my 4th motorcycle. I know trying a bike is the best way to check ergonomics. What I need is advice or comments about the following ...
-Torque and power curves (looking for something smooth like fz6r)
-Reliability
-Upright position
-Cost of maintenance
Based on initial comments about fellow riders is when I start checking on dealers myself, without hearing all the BS that the sales guy will start spitting from his mouth ... lol ...
Any comment or advice is very appreciated...