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  1. 22nd November 2015, 07:02 PM #1
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    Bike for SWMBO

    So, the good wife has finally got her restricted license. Unfortunately, it appears she doesn't really like the F650GS, and it probably isn't really suited to her anyway.

    As silly as I keep telling myself it is, I actually think the Braaap Mercury (who would call themselves Braaap?!!) is a cool little bike, but I've concerns about the quality. She loves the style, but I'd rather see her on something similar in dollars and Japanese. All she wants is something that's not a scooter, is small/light and 'cool'

    Any thoughts?
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  2. 22nd November 2015, 07:06 PM #2
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    Its an interesting question,,
    do you put her on a good bike,,
    or one she likes?
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    You got long legs Ranga?
    "How long since you've visited The Good Oil?"

    '93 V8 Rossi
    '97 to '07. sold.
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  4. 22nd November 2015, 07:25 PM #4
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    Wow, didn't realise the amount of new Chinese 'retro' bikes on the market!

    Cleveland CycleWerks - Ace Cafe'
    braaap Mercury Cafe Racer - braaap Road Bike
    Skymax 125 - Scooters and Buggies WA
    ACE 125 - Scooters and Buggies WA

    One of these would be nice, but a bit out of the price range - 2015 Royal Enfield Continental GT 535
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    What's your budget? Personally, I would spend a bit more on a Jap bike, or spend your $5K on a good second hand bike. What restrictions are there on a Qld restricted bike licence? Is it part of the LAMS scheme or restricted to 250cc?
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    Quote Originally Posted by bacicat View Post
    What's your budget? Personally, I would spend a bit more on a Jap bike, or spend your $5K on a good second hand bike. What restrictions are there on a Qld restricted bike licence? Is it part of the LAMS scheme or restricted to 250cc?
    I'd like to limit it at the value of the BMW - probably about 4-5K. I'm thinking used Jap also, but imagine my dilemma trying to find something she likes! We have the LAMS scheme here.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Pedro_The_Swift View Post
    You got long legs Ranga?
    I'm actually a short-arse - 5'6". I've got a factory lowered seat on it, but I'm also thinking of lowering the rear suspension linkage. In the right position I can flat-foot the Versys on one side, so it's tolerable. It is a very nice bike to ride though.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ranga View Post
    Bike for SWMBO
    sounds like a fair swap...
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    Quote Originally Posted by digger View Post


    sounds like a fair swap...
    Very brave, that man. It's easy to see whose wives dont get on the forum.
    If you don't like trucks, stop buying stuff.
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    Ok, what sort of bikes does she like? How about a sports tourer? I ride one of these as the 'loaner' bike when I take SWMBO's bike in for a service. Easy to ride and has good road manners. Sits on 100 easily which those Chinese 250's won't. Plenty of low KM examples around. Ideal learners bike - 2008 Suzuki GS500F
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