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John W - are you gonna look for new or 2nd hand? |
Ah, now that's a tricky one to answer
I started out looking at a s/h 2002 bike,
Which is fine by the wife.
Having seen the prices of some new pre-reg'd 02 & 03 bikes they are looking most likely now though (seen a couple listed at 6k5).
However, I've been tempted by the look of the new 04 bike.
The stumbling block here is the extra dosh, as this is more than the wife wants me to spend on the bike. We have decided though to test one of each and then decide if the 04 bike is worth the extra dosh to us. Also depends on what deals I can get on an 04 bike.
I should also add I might put it through the company to get the vat back. Doing this on a s/h bike is harder to do.
Henners, fair point you are making.
I have the 996 for solo fun. The vfr is currently used pretty much exclusively for two-up touring, and the occasional WVAM observing. That's what the ST4S will be used for too.
Been ringing around trying to get a test ride on both, and it seems most places don't get their 04 demo bikes until 1st March...
Oh, did you guys know the 04 bike uses different panniers ?
Apparently they fit like the Yam ones do - clip into the bodywork. Is this correct ?
One of the places told me they can't get the accessories yet, which would be a real bugger for us.
Cheers,
John.