Hi All,
Birdman here. I have a 2010 NT. Love it.
I have been riding a long time- started on a Honda mini-bike in 1969. So have owned a lot of bikes, including (most recently) a 2011 VStrom and before that a 2010 Concours and a 1999 Honda Blackbird.
The Blackbird was a stunning bike. (at one time the fastest production motorcycle made). Fast yes, but more notably smooth, comfy and mated to a transmission that was pure bliss. (I enjoy a crouched position)
Anyway....I've got this itch for one of these Yamaha R3's. I have gotten over the need for blinding speed. Lighter weight and good performance/comfort, etc are important. The things I've read about the R3 indicate a good, fun motorcycle.
I'm considering getting a used one I found. Not sure if I should move on it. It would be an addition, not a NT replacement.
Can anyone share their experience?
Thanks
Birdman here. I have a 2010 NT. Love it.
I have been riding a long time- started on a Honda mini-bike in 1969. So have owned a lot of bikes, including (most recently) a 2011 VStrom and before that a 2010 Concours and a 1999 Honda Blackbird.
The Blackbird was a stunning bike. (at one time the fastest production motorcycle made). Fast yes, but more notably smooth, comfy and mated to a transmission that was pure bliss. (I enjoy a crouched position)
Anyway....I've got this itch for one of these Yamaha R3's. I have gotten over the need for blinding speed. Lighter weight and good performance/comfort, etc are important. The things I've read about the R3 indicate a good, fun motorcycle.
I'm considering getting a used one I found. Not sure if I should move on it. It would be an addition, not a NT replacement.
Can anyone share their experience?
Thanks