Which one of these would you buy?

[mz3onturn7]

Guys I need your input to help make this decision.  I am ready to pull the trigger on a bike and I am deciding between 3 different models, all brand new…

2008 S2R1000 black with white stripe

2008 S4R1000 flat gray with red frame

2009 M1100  black

I am leaning towards one of these but I would really appreciate hearing what the enthusiasts have to say.   Which one would you buy and why? Thanks in advance for your help.

[redxblack]

I'm partial to red and black color combinations. go figure.

[NAKID]

S4R1000 flat black with red frame? Did I miss something? When did the S4R come with in flat black?

[Pedro-bot]

S4R1000 flat black with red frame? Did I miss something? When did the S4R come with in flat black?

I dunno, maybe he means the dark gray flat color?? 

Anywho, why don't you put up a poll so people can just vote without having to comment.

Also, what kind of riding do you typically do? City commuting, back road spirited riding, track days, etc., etc.
I know what kind of riding I primarily do and if this was my ONLY moto then I could give you an answer.

[DucatiBastard]

if the S4R is the Titanium version, i say go for that one.  Have you seen TAFTonomous' bike? that thing is make the beast with two backsin gorgeous.

[mz3onturn7]

Sorry , it isn't black it is titanium or gray.

I will be using the bike for city mostly,  some highway and back roads and maybe the odd track day.

[NAKID]

Yes then. The Matte Titanium looks sweet...

[Big Troubled Bear]

M1100

[mz3onturn7]

Thanks guys.... keep the votes coming.....

[psycledelic]

The S4R with grey tank and red frame is one of the best looking stock Monsters I have seen in a while.  I doubt you will be unhappy with any of the choices. 

[hunduc]

I also just bought my first Duc yesterday, an S2R1000. (I was partial to red, though.)

Reasons for me: 1. wanted an air-cooled (and the S4 probably is too much of a bike for me, I do not consider myself a seasoned rider yet) 2. like the old style a LOT better 3. money...

[Toucan]

I'm a two-valve air cooled guy but that titanium S4R might be the prettiest bike I've ever seen.

[metallimonster]

Go for the Titanium.  IMO the classic Monsters look 100x better than the new style. 

[chris@motorcyclewishlist]

One of the DesmOhio guys has a white with red stripe S4RS for sale for $10.5 if you are interested. His name is Clint and you can see the bike here.


There is also a black with white stripe S4RS for sale on our site here for $12,000

Go to the Bikes for Sale section of www.desmohio.com

[Henecton]

The S2R1000 is about as much bike as any rider needs on the street, including seasoned riders. 
The things you need to weigh are:
1) How much more money will the 4 valve engine cost me in maintenance.
2) Is the extra power I am getting with the 4 valve engine worth the added expense.
3) Do I really have a use/need/want for the power a four valve engine. Bigger is better only if you can use what you have.