Cb650r no more

[teenybop1]

Sad to say the cb650r hasn't worked out, it's turned out to be an expensive mistake, was unable to get a test ride on this before purchasing unfortunately.
Bland and character less I'm afraid.
I was hoping for much more all round, so it's back to a speed triple for me. Still got the 400/4 to get fettled at classic honda restoration in January, thank god the wife doesn't get to see my bank account :-)
Changeover is Monday 4th October, just in time to ACF50 on it and wait for spring.

[Green1]

Shame as the Honda is a smart looking bike.
I should think it does feel bland after the triumph though.
I like the idea of another triumph but I don't like the dealer's attitude.

[andy120t]

I've been trying to find a nice, c.2002ish speed triple then I keep seeing CB900 Hornets which are easier to find. But my heart says Triumph and all the old reviews also say the Honda is bland and boring, despite being using a 'detuned fire blade' engine.

Good luck with the Triumph!

[Laverda Dave]

Shame it didn't work out. Unfortunately I think new bikes have become like new cars, full of electronics and rider aid's to provide a 'better riding experience' but seriously failing to do so. And they all look the same these day just like cars. I was looking at buying a CB500X or NC750X but I can't get a test ride because there are no 2021 models in the country until November. Having looked at the 2020 model in detail they are all plastic so now giving them a miss and looking at a RE650 Interceptor. I haven't read a bad review anywhere and there's no reported problems, they can be serviced at home and even die-hard sports bike journos rave about their character.

[SteveD CB500K0]

I've been trying to find a nice, c.2002ish speed triple

I just sold this (Feb 2002)

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Too many bikes in the garage and never rode it other than to the MOT every year...

[andy120t]

Exactly what I'm looking for / at - the black ones! Was the exhaust loud - it's pretty teeny.

[SteveD CB500K0]

Yes...  Never failed an MOT though

28k miles. Only problem was a starter switch that only worked 95% of the time.  £2,250

Steve

[McCabe-Thiele (Ted)]

The RE650 Interceptor looks a nice retro bike right up my Strasse it reminds me of my Triumph 21 listening to the sound but without the vibration & oil leaks.

If the 400/4 is too small for me when I finally get to ride it  I could be tempted - it's that or a Royal Alloy Scooter if I can't get my leg over the frame - my right hip is giving me a twinge!

.https://www.autotrader.co.uk/bike-details/202108276700737?sort=price-asc&advertising-location=at_bikes&model=INTERCEPTOR&radius=30&maximum-mileage=5000&include-delivery-option=on&make=ROYAL%20ENFIELD&postcode=de234bj&page=1

[SumpMagnet]

I like the latest version of the RE 650 ..... in Candy Red. The original tank looked a bit boxy, but the new one is tidy

[teenybop1]

Shame as the Honda is a smart looking bike.
I should think it does feel bland after the triumph though.
I like the idea of another triumph but I don't like the dealer's attitude.

I know what you mean about the triumph dealers. I was lucky to find my bike at an independent dealer. Its great opening the garage and just going aah,, I don't miss the cb650r one bit...