http://www.aprilia.com.au/pdfs/sxv550.pdf
lookin at the 550 engine,
its only about 500 bucks difference.
plusses:
-it looks shit hot!!
-my privates twitch when i think about it
-weighs 128kg, and has 70hp at the wheel
-wheelie machine!
-wont be breaking land speed records
-excellent suspension from the factory (unlike Z1000's)
-endless ground clearance (something i see as a NEED not a want)
-wouldnt need to spend any money on extras
minus's:
-only got 70hp
-no pillion pegs
-about 100km or so from a tank
-problably needs lots of services
-cant ride it to PI (range)
-ITS NOT A KWAK!
i went to bike shop at richond to take one fo0r a spin.
the 550 demo they have is broken
it has "water in the oil"
dude says its a recall on some engines.
a bit odd to, it has seperate gearbox oil to the engine. it has its good and bad points i guess.
so i worry a little bit...
but he's gunna ring me next week when its going so i can have a blat.
what ya'll think??
i think a motard kinda suits my riding style, but its not quite as real world friendly as the Z.
but imagine the old road
