Why not a Ducati?

[sfarchie]

Sorry to change the subject and go back to the topic.

I got my M696 because I've read a few articles referring it as a girls bike. I figure this may bring me one step closer to understanding women. You know, like we have something in common so we can base everything in life on that point.   So, if you're single this may be a good enough reason to get a M696.  

[yotogi]

I suspect that spending time with any motorcycle is not going to get you too much closer to understanding women. Just my 2c.

[lauramonster]

I suspect that spending time with any motorcycle is not going to get you too much closer to understanding women. Just my 2c.

not unless she rides a bike.  hubby and I have been married for so long, life was dull.  We got into riding, and it's fun to share a common interest. 

If she doesn't ride, it's just another way to put space between you and her (which works for some!)

[the_Journeyman]

I suspect that spending time with any motorcycle is not going to get you too much closer to understanding women. Just my 2c.

No, but it did earn "Molly" my M750 the name "the other woman" from my fiancée 

JM

[sbrguy]

i think it is true that a lot of people buy motorcycles bc they "look cool" or what have you.

that is the marketing of any brand, no brand is immune to that.

let's face it, if it was only based on performance numbers you could literally buy a bike based on that, but people won't bc that bike may not fit their definition of "cool looking" and they wont ride it, are they a poser then for not buying the best bike? no of course not.

the better statement is that "everyone is a poser" to an extent, we are all buying motorcycles in part bc we "like how it looks" or some other illogical reason or marketing reason to an extent.

[yotogi]

not unless she rides a bike.  hubby and I have been married for so long, life was dull.  We got into riding, and it's fun to share a common interest. 

If she doesn't ride, it's just another way to put space between you and her (which works for some!)

Oh my, I think that you misunderstood what I meant! Motorcycling, like many other social hobbies, encourages you to meet people who share common interest. And indeed, common interest can fuel relationships.

What I meant was that you get into a sport to learn more about yourself. That might help you in a relationship, knowing yourself is really important in healthy relationships. I just don't think you understand the fairer sex any better for having ridden.

[Clickjack]

All the guys at work are begging me to let them ride my bike.  They go out and stare at it.  No one is staring at there R1's. 

I owned the first Monster in my town.  The nearest dealer is 5 and half hours away.  Now there are at least three...

As far as why not... I have to haul the bastard in for some warranty work and I missed the last month of riding.... but it's free.

[Orangettes]

Lately, I have my eyes on KTM more then Ducati. 

[Craig Thomas]

I sold my baby Bonnie this year to get the 696.  I miss her.  She was comfortable (sort of), got lots of looks, and sounded very nice!
I loved being able to wind through the gears and only be doing 75mph. 

Why the Monster?  Looks, sound, sportiness, Italian design.  I don't want a crotch rocket on the street with 150+hp that can't be used to the full potential.  She handles just a wee bit better than the old Triumph. [moto]