What are some non-cruiser bikes with an upright riding position?

jonkull · 12-07-2009, 11:52 AM

I've decided that I really hate my SV650. When I was bike shopping I couldn't find a dealership that had the naked model in stock (they were in the process of being phased out and replaced by the Gladius) so I settled for a sport model assuming that I'd get used to the clip-ons and bent over riding position. After a year of riding this thing I've decided that I really don't like it at all.

I should have it completely paid off by March or April at that point I plan on selling it or trading it in. I'd like to get something more upright but don't really like cruisers. I know about the Ninja 650. I hate the Gladius. Other than those two bikes can anyone recommend a bike that has a more upright riding position? I'd prefer something sort of kind of sporty.

chavez · 12-07-2009, 11:58 AM

FZ6
FZ1
GSX650R
Ninja 650R
F800ST
NT800 (Heavier)

V-Strom?

Girl O' Flight · 12-07-2009, 12:05 PM

Hey, maybe I'll buy your SV!

How about a Bandit? Or do you want something with fairings?? I think they come both ways.

Darth Lefty · 12-07-2009, 12:09 PM

R1200GS!

The F650GS is also a pretty nice bike and quite a bit smaller than the R12.

jonkull · 12-07-2009, 12:10 PM

The Bandit doesn't look too bad. Either does the FS800ST. Fairing is optional. I don't care either way. My main concern would be not leaning forward when I ride.

Tyler · 12-07-2009, 12:11 PM

Fz1

Darth Lefty · 12-07-2009, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonkull

The Bandit doesn't look too bad. Either does the FS800ST. Fairing is optional. I don't care either way. My main concern would be not leaning forward when I ride.

An F800ST was the first BMW that I rode and I was really sold with it. The dummy piston and belt make it buttery smooth and the posture is perfect for commuting.

jonkull · 12-07-2009, 12:12 PM

The GS looks interesting too.

jonkull · 12-07-2009, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tyler

Fz1

Hey Tyler. Nice to see you posting again. I hope you're doing OK. I've gotten some use out of that Moto Fizz bag you recommended. Good call!

Never really looked at the FZ series... Maybe I should check them out.

jonkull · 12-07-2009, 12:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth Lefty

An F800ST was the first BMW that I rode and I was really sold with it. The dummy piston and belt make it buttery smooth and the posture is perfect for commuting.

BMW gives test rides too, don't they?

12-07-2009, 11:52 AM	#1
jonkull Senior Member Name: Jonathan Location: Burbank, CA Motorcycle: '73 Triumph Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 585	What are some non-cruiser bikes with an upright riding position? I've decided that I really hate my SV650. When I was bike shopping I couldn't find a dealership that had the naked model in stock (they were in the process of being phased out and replaced by the Gladius) so I settled for a sport model assuming that I'd get used to the clip-ons and bent over riding position. After a year of riding this thing I've decided that I really don't like it at all. I should have it completely paid off by March or April at that point I plan on selling it or trading it in. I'd like to get something more upright but don't really like cruisers. I know about the Ninja 650. I hate the Gladius. Other than those two bikes can anyone recommend a bike that has a more upright riding position? I'd prefer something sort of kind of sporty.

12-07-2009, 11:58 AM	#2
chavez Big Chief Ding-a-ling Name: Tom Location: Roseville, CA Motorcycle: 05 FeeJR1300A Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 253	Re: What are some non-cruiser bikes with an upright riding position? FZ6 FZ1 GSX650R Ninja 650R F800ST NT800 (Heavier) V-Strom?

12-07-2009, 12:05 PM	#3
Girl O' Flight Jumping G Horsefat Name: Suzi Location: Pine Mountain Club, CA Motorcycle: '08 Suzuki GSX650f Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 2,205	Re: What are some non-cruiser bikes with an upright riding position? Hey, maybe I'll buy your SV! How about a Bandit? Or do you want something with fairings?? I think they come both ways. __________________ ************************************ This is the amplifier, which amplifies the sound. And this is the preamplifier, which, of course, amplifies the pree.**

12-07-2009, 12:09 PM	#4
Darth Lefty Disco Infiltrator Name: Daniel Location: Folsom, CA Motorcycle: CL350 ran whn parked Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 1,258	Re: What are some non-cruiser bikes with an upright riding position? R1200GS! The F650GS is also a pretty nice bike and quite a bit smaller than the R12. __________________ "A miracle that all this docile strength waits behind one tiny lever for the pleasure of my hand." - T.E. Lawrence http://www.active2030folsom.org

12-07-2009, 12:10 PM	#5
jonkull Senior Member Name: Jonathan Location: Burbank, CA Motorcycle: '73 Triumph Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 585	Re: What are some non-cruiser bikes with an upright riding position? The Bandit doesn't look too bad. Either does the FS800ST. Fairing is optional. I don't care either way. My main concern would be not leaning forward when I ride.

12-07-2009, 12:11 PM	#6
Tyler Super Member Name: Tyler Location: Santa Clara, CA Motorcycle: 2009 Can Am Spyder Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 2,706	Re: What are some non-cruiser bikes with an upright riding position? Fz1 __________________ So to speak... Dangerous Curves

12-07-2009, 12:12 PM	#8
jonkull Senior Member Name: Jonathan Location: Burbank, CA Motorcycle: '73 Triumph Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 585	Re: What are some non-cruiser bikes with an upright riding position? The GS looks interesting too.

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