Ishkatan
New Member
I've been riding 2 years / 7000 miles on a used Honda Silverwing maxi-scooter. Considering a NC700x automatic vs. V-strom 650 ABS vs. used FJR 1300AE (Semi Automatic) vs. used Goldwing...
The Silverwing is very nice - comfortable, room for 2 helmets under the seat, low center of gravity. But it is not so good off road or on rough roads and while I've had it at 94+ I don't like the feel above 70 - bigger wheels would be nice. I would like something that can a) go on dirt / gravel roads b) has a smoother ride over potholes c) is good for long highway rides at 80 mph. I've done 125 miles at a shot on the Silverwing and it was comfortable but I am hesitant to run at 70+ for 3 hrs.
I want ABS and an automatic with override would be nice on my next bike. I plan to do some rentals before buying. Already rented the NC700x manual and it was nice but I got a little bit of vibration in the fork when passing a truck on the highway. Not sure if this is normal or the rental was worn. I plan to rent again.
The Silverwing is very nice - comfortable, room for 2 helmets under the seat, low center of gravity. But it is not so good off road or on rough roads and while I've had it at 94+ I don't like the feel above 70 - bigger wheels would be nice. I would like something that can a) go on dirt / gravel roads b) has a smoother ride over potholes c) is good for long highway rides at 80 mph. I've done 125 miles at a shot on the Silverwing and it was comfortable but I am hesitant to run at 70+ for 3 hrs.
I want ABS and an automatic with override would be nice on my next bike. I plan to do some rentals before buying. Already rented the NC700x manual and it was nice but I got a little bit of vibration in the fork when passing a truck on the highway. Not sure if this is normal or the rental was worn. I plan to rent again.
