FJR versus GTR 1400

[Lonewolf]

Geoff at the risk of disagreeing with you, which I'm afraid I do the GTR is in its element on A & B roads & motorways alike. You don't get much more unforgiving than Wrynose & Hardknott Pass up in The Lakes. You no doubt know these two locations reasonably well, if not exceptionally well. I've been over these passes so many times I cant recall how many and on each occasion it was done on the GTR without any mishaps.

I don't understand why you are painting a clouded picture of the GTR as it's a terrific bike.

[Winston Smith]

 

Politely put.  We may have changed brands, but at least we still rate the GTR on the GTR forum!

[Boomer]

1400GTR is a hoot in tight twisties but it's not an easy ride. You have to work at it, but it's more rewarding than most sportsbikes because of that. On fast A & B roads it is the master. Effortless and massively quick. On motorways it's smooth and easy if you can get the seat sorted. That said if you are a shortarse/wimpling :-) you will struggle as she is a BIG bike.

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[Winston Smith]

 

Spot on George

[100milesaway]

Geoff at the risk of disagreeing with you, which I'm afraid I do the GTR is in its element on A & B roads & motorways alike. You don't get much more unforgiving than Wrynose & Hardknott Pass up in The Lakes. You no doubt know these two locations reasonably well, if not exceptionally well. I've been over these passes so many times I cant recall how many and on each occasion it was done on the GTR without any mishaps.

I don't understand why you are painting a clouded picture of the GTR as it's a terrific bike.

Steve my comments on this subject are my opinion, I did 18,000 miles on the GTR and I have done 25,000 miles on the Versys. And in my opinion the Versys is a LOT better bike than the GTR. I have stated before that I couldn't give a monkeys what a bike looks like, I am far more concerned as to what a bike will actually DO. Of course the GTR is ok with A/B roads, but the Versys is far easier to ride, therefore for me it is better. I have also stated in the past that the only thing that the GTR will do better than the Versys is blast down an autobahn at 130 mph for a few hours (and how many people do that). I am not saying that the GTR is a bad bike. I was just advising Dane (scoobs) to have a good LONG ride on the GTR before he commits. 

[100milesaway]

Politely put.  We may have changed brands, but at least we still rate the GTR on the GTR forum!

I also still rate the GTR  BUT not for the kind of biking that I do.          And just because people contribute to a specific bike forum, it doesn't mean we have to overlook flaws, or talk about any other bike that may or may not be better. Forums as you know are all about opinions, so I shall continue to voice mine.

[scoobs1963]

Hi Geoff and Tyke, nice to hear from you again and my you pair certainly get around dont you and pop up in the most unexpected places,  I know that I have an awesome bike right now sitting in my garage and its going to have to be something pretty special to make me part with her but this is an itch that I just have to scratch, Ive taken on board everyones comments which are all greatly appreciated, my dealers which is Robspeed in Grimsby are what I can only describe as fantastic, he had said that he is not cleaning the GTR albeit only dusty and I can have it for as long as I want on any day but the forecast looks good for saturday, they used my bike in the summer as a demo bike as they didnt have one ........and made a sale I might add so you get the picture on the sort of relationship we have,    I will let you all know my thoughts and findings over the weekend and for all of you that are still riding in this weather.......stay safe

[100milesaway]

Hi Geoff and Tyke, nice to hear from you again and my you pair certainly get around dont you and pop up in the most unexpected places,  I know that I have an awesome bike right now sitting in my garage and its going to have to be something pretty special to make me part with her but this is an itch that I just have to scratch, Ive taken on board everyones comments which are all greatly appreciated, my dealers which is Robspeed in Grimsby are what I can only describe as fantastic, he had said that he is not cleaning the GTR albeit only dusty and I can have it for as long as I want on any day but the forecast looks good for saturday, they used my bike in the summer as a demo bike as they didnt have one ........and made a sale I might add so you get the picture on the sort of relationship we have,    I will let you all know my thoughts and findings over the weekend and for all of you that are still riding in this weather.......stay safe

Yes Dane the weather looks good for Saturday. Enjoy your day, and make sure that you pile a few miles on.  Must agree on your comments regarding your dealer. If you find a good one stick with them. I have bought my last 8 off the lads who look after me. 

[scoobs1963]

Well got out today and only just thawed out but well well worth the effort and cold, right the GTR.."wow" loved every minute of my ride but taking into consideration about the type of riding I do and intend to do in the near future anyway and the fact that I still totally love my Versys im keeping her, so its a new set of tyes for spring time, thanks for all the comments and I look forward to meeting up again next year to do some more exploring with Geoff and Tyke in the Yorkshire dales, ride safe guys and merry christmas

[100milesaway]

Well got out today and only just thawed out but well well worth the effort and cold, right the GTR.."wow" loved every minute of my ride but taking into consideration about the type of riding I do and intend to do in the near future anyway and the fact that I still totally love my Versys im keeping her, so its a new set of tyes for spring time, thanks for all the comments and I look forward to meeting up again next year to do some more exploring with Geoff and Tyke in the Yorkshire dales, ride safe guys and merry christmas

Well done Dane, If you dont have a go you will never know.  In the past I have done just the same as you have, ie thought that you need a change, but then realize na, I'll keep what I have. Look forward to having you along next summer. You can go back and polish ya pipes again now       Merry Christmas to you and yours..

[Lonewolf]

Well done Dane, If you dont have a go you will never know.  In the past I have done just the same as you have, ie thought that you need a change, but then realize na, I'll keep what I have. Look forward to having you along next summer. You can go back and polish ya pipes again now       Merry Christmas to you and yours..

Geoff, unless you've gone all Yank on us its realise! 

[tomp]

Realise, sounds like something that goes in  a glass with a large quantity of vodka is poured over. 

We are getting the 1000 Versys over to this side of the pond, soon.  If it rides anything like the DL1000 VStrom I owned, it has to be a blast.  Really enjoyed the bike, even though it was a little tall.  Had to go though, because small things were starting to go wrong, way too soon. Enjoy what ya got, for sure.   tomp

[virginiajim]

Geoff, unless you've gone all Yank on us its realise! 

Somewhat divided loyalties on this one but all I can add is 

[100milesaway]

Geoff, unless you've gone all Yank on us its realise! 

sorry, .  On the Versys site we have a spell check. Just so you dont make yourself look a bit of a tit.   

[Lonewolf]

  sorry, .  On the Versys site we have a spell check. Just so you dont make yourself look a bit of a tit.   

Whereas on the GTR forum we just expect people to be able to speak their own language without having to have it double checked by a computer!