Versys V Gtr

[O.C.]

I think it is time to return this thread to its original question, in so doing perhaps any further vulgar personally directed remarks can be avoided, which are generally the stuff of tiny minds anyway.

I'm on record as saying what a stunning machine the GTR is, I have owned three since May 2008, my opinion in this respect hasn't changed, what has changed, however is my biking needs/requirements and after suffering serious effects of Diabetes, followed by Cancer I find that a lighter more manageable machine is now more suitable for my biking requirements, as a result I/we no longer use a motorcycle to take holidays and to 'Tour' on, so a more practical and ultimately versatile machine makes sense, I/we have covered many thousands of miles/kilometres in the past on a bike and enjoying our holidays and the company of friends. I'm still able to cover many miles on my current bike, in fact approaching 7000 of them since July 2013.

I hope that I have always been polite to other members on here, and indeed on the previous GTR forum, which many 'newer' members on here may not even be aware of, and have, I hope, never resorted to personally related comments, made from behind the safety of a keyboard.

In short every ones tastes are different, that's what makes biking and life so pleasurable ~ you know, meeting others and exchanging/sharing views in a friendly and 'brotherly' manner.

Biking forums are just an extension of that 'brotherhood' and naturally from time to time can descend into depths where reality, reason and good manners are forgotten. I hope that I have never been guilty of this failure.

This post isn't a rant nor is is it one designed to preach from a lofty platform, it is one which hopefully will rationally explain my opinion, which is that the GTR is an absolutely stunning machine which I (personally) prefer to the other marques offered as options, however the GTR is no longer a machine that suits my requirements, needs and abilities.

I'm guilty of trying all sorts of other manufacturers offerings, but as yet I cannot find one that offers what the Kawasaki Versys 1000 does for the money, I suppose I'm also guilty of being a Kawasaki protagonist having owned many models from 1970 onwards ~  I still have a 1970s Kawasaki Triple.

There ya go .......I've said my piece, which I hope will be read and understood in the manner in which it has been composed 

[viper]

I think it is time to return this thread to its original question, in so doing perhaps any further vulgar personally directed remarks can be avoided, which are generally the stuff of tiny minds anyway.

I'm on record as saying what a stunning machine the GTR is, I have owned three since May 2008, my opinion in this respect hasn't changed, what has changed, however is my biking needs/requirements and after suffering serious effects of Diabetes, followed by Cancer I find that a lighter more manageable machine is now more suitable for my biking requirements, as a result I/we no longer use a motorcycle to take holidays and to 'Tour' on, so a more practical and ultimately versatile machine makes sense, I/we have covered many thousands of miles/kilometres in the past on a bike and enjoying our holidays and the company of friends. I'm still able to cover many miles on my current bike, in fact approaching 7000 of them since July 2013.

I hope that I have always been polite to other members on here, and indeed on the previous GTR forum, which many 'newer' members on here may not even be aware of, and have, I hope, never resorted to personally related comments, made from behind the safety of a keyboard.

In short every ones tastes are different, that's what makes biking and life so pleasurable ~ you know, meeting others and exchanging/sharing views in a friendly and 'brotherly' manner.

Biking forums are just an extension of that 'brotherhood' and naturally from time to time can descend into depths where reality, reason and good manners are forgotten. I hope that I have never been guilty of this failure.

This post isn't a rant nor is is it one designed to preach from a lofty platform, it is one which hopefully will rationally explain my opinion, which is that the GTR is an absolutely stunning machine which I (personally) prefer to the other marques offered as options, however the GTR is no longer a machine that suits my requirements, needs and abilities.

I'm guilty of trying all sorts of other manufacturers offerings, but as yet I cannot find one that offers what the Kawasaki Versys 1000 does for the money, I suppose I'm also guilty of being a Kawasaki protagonist having owned many models from 1970 onwards ~  I still have a 1970s Kawasaki Triple.

There ya go .......I've said my piece, which I hope will be read and understood in the manner in which it has been composed 

a well crafted and balanced view and now back on topic.

I love my GTR but the Versys caught my eye whilst we were in J and S the other week. My question in a nutshell was trying to understand what the Versys doesnt give you , its price is about 5k cheaper than a GTR , what are you sacraficing for this  financial gain.

The questions have been answered really and the Versys is on my future hit list. I dont find the Versys very pretty but i also dont consider the GTR much of a looker either. The GTR is the most capable bike ive ever owned and shall remain for a few years longer, just maybe in a different colour!

[doebag]

OC, I only ever read the comments towards the bottom of page three as light hearted banter, and never for one moment thought they might be aimed at you or anyone else on the forum as a personal attack. I am sure if you are genuinely upset by them, then the posters will do their best to put your mind at rest.

However..............
as a rider who loved the Versys 650 when it first came out, and only never bought one because I had a Vstrom 1000 [ which is not the most photogenic of motorcycles ] I did look at the Versys 1000, but was swayed by the GTR in it's own right, and the odd look of an in-line four on the Versys.

Now lets all kiss and make up  and remember, my safe word is 'banana'

[Boomer]

Most definately not aimed at anyone except those who put down the GTR. I have never ever put down someones choice of motorcycle except for those who have a go at my choice first. As ye sow, so shall ye reap. I even understand the attraction of Harleys but they are not for me.

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[Rusty]

Nice one Boom ... I too am attracted to strange things ... The Gs being one of them but I can, like you and maybe not so many others find other bikes likeable .. For example the huge HD Road king and at the other end of the spectrum the Gsxr 1000 .. To me both look brilliant but utterly useless for what I need and want so it never goes any further than that.  Does that make sense ? 

[bacaruda]

OC. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and i'm sorry if you and others where offended by my postings. The last one was way below the belt and uneccesary. Blames that one on beer (realy have to get a alco-lock on my computer....) I find the versys to be more odd than nice looking and can't get myself to like this "new" trend to put two beams on top of each other. But thats just me. Kawasaki is not alone and there will probably be more of those as the adventure-type bikes are getting even more popular.
I made my Edsel-observation when I got the opportunity to borrow a 1000 Versys for a couple of days. At Kawasaki, they need help with doing miles on their demo-bikes before they get driven like hooligans by journalists and others, so once in a while I help my friend at Kawasaki with that (Versys comes in green this year).

Do I like the bike aside from it looks? Well yes. Its very comfy, nice riding position. I love the engines in the Z1000 family and in the versys it leaves even more low/mid-range grunt than the Z1000sx. As a commuter, I would be great, maybe a little bit to high for me to have full control while standing still, As a long-range bike, It's the second best Kawasaki has to offer if you want to sit upriight. (after the GTR..)
Would I want to own one? Not as my need for transportation looks right now. And that goes with all adventure style bikes. They'r not good enough as pure tourers, to heavy to be serious on gravel roads and they dont put a big enough smile on my face, parked or rolling. But again, thats just me. maybe I'm not adventurous enough.

Again, sorry if I offended you. No hard feelings hey?
I just tried to be funny, and sometimes that kicks back at you like a mule on crack.