[deepfreak15]

Originally Posted by tabrez

Been a long time since we last heard from you, Deep.

After the initial josh wore off realized the bike is not fun in the city at all! You have to maintain your rpm above 4.5k to enjoy the ride but that translates into insane speeds within city limits, so not do able. In peak Bangalore traffic you have to be prepared to take a 15 minute forced break for the engine to cool down. Even if a speed breaker casts a shadow you have to drop down to 1st gear.Needless to say done only 2k kms in the last 12 months.
You know what, I forgot to ask if this was needed for MY2018 bikes. You might want to check with your dealer.

[deepfreak15]

Rode this little beauty to Kolli hills and back last weekend. Absolute hoot to ride but sadly it's a one trick pony. It's a perfect companion to hoon around in and that's all. Im now in two minds if I should part ways with it and look for something more "mature".

[imp!]

Originally Posted by deepfreak15

Rode this little beauty to Kolli hills and back last weekend. Absolute hoot to ride but sadly it's a one trick pony. It's a perfect companion to hoon around in and that's all. Im now in two minds if I should part ways with it and look for something more "mature".

You've had the bike two odd years now, and clearly have enjoyed the ride despite initial reservations on what to buy. What would you replace it with? For the price, you're unlikely to get something that's as much fun. You could wait for the 790 to come out, that would be a great upgrade. Honestly though,if you're thinking of something a bit more mature, I think I'd keep the bike and add another. I'd miss the 390. Heck I had one which I let go off a few years ago when an acquaintance totalled it and I still miss it.

[deepfreak15]

Originally Posted by imp!

I'd miss the 390. Heck I had one which I let go off a few years....

Exactly the reason why I'm in 2 minds. I know for a fact, the moment I let go of it I'll be heartbroken. Lack of vitamin M and apartment parking space does not allow me the liberty of buying a new one without selling this.

[imp!]

Originally Posted by deepfreak15

Exactly the reason why I'm in 2 minds. I know for a fact, the moment I let go of it I'll be heartbroken. Lack of vitamin M and apartment parking space does not allow me the liberty of buying a new one without selling this.

In that case I'd hang into it. See how you feel once the 790 Duke comes out. Reports are that it's truly exceptional and will probably beat everything else out there in price. You could consider Versys 650 and the like, but, after riding the 390, I think you'd be left a bit disappointed unless touring was your primary objective.

[deepfreak15]

Since I am on the fence with whether to keep the bike or sell it, decided to join the Bangalore division of 2 wheeled Bhpians on a Sunday morning breakfast ride. I don't do breakfast rides and this was my first time. We headed out to Kanva reservoir backwaters. But before that breakfast followed by some pictures.

n_devdath trying out Black12rr's Africa Twin for size. Do note his SR150 in the background.



shaikhmimran his heart is already set on another bike.. This isn't it.



Love the look of this bike and the fact that it is built for a purpose!





snehal.shekar and KarthikK Twinning. While shaikhmimran's CBR250 looks on



Not to be outdone KK and Sathya.Bhat Twinning.




Reached the reservoir and everyone already in deep discussion




While Ethanhunt 123 finds the perfect parking spot


Yours truly





Sathya.Bhat's latest acquisition





KarthikK knew the roads would be bad so left his N1000 at home.





Ethanhunt 123's clutch - This has no right to be on a motorcycle, it looks so gorgeous should be kept on a pedestal at home for display!


Audioholic he bleeds green


Sathya.Bhat Planning his way back home


Getting ready to rob a bank for my next upgrade




This concept of photographing the photographer really needs to stop.

[Red Liner]

If you plan to sell, sell it now. The all new BS6 Duke 390 will be here in December, and after that and as another year passes, your bike will be worth even less.

What will make things worse for you is the 390 adventure, which will make dramatically more sense for anyone considering a new 390 for whatever purpose they want.

[Hemicuda]

Hey Deep,
Nice pics of the breakfast ride.I stay in Bangalore as well and would love to join for any upcoming rides.

[deepfreak15]

The bike had served it's purpose for me. Talk about bang for your buck, came feature loaded and one didn't have to rob a bank to buy one. Was also a proverbial cat amongst the pigeons, could easily keep up with bikes several classes above, however that's where it ended for me. I found no joy in riding it in the city and the Mrs found no joy sitting pillion on the highway.
Thanks to our forum advert section found a very decent chap who looks like he will be able to do justice to the bike. Wishing him many kms of happy and safe riding. He looked really excited as you can tell in the picture below.


This time I've told myself to take it slow and not rush into my next purchase so will take my time in selecting my next bike.

[AtheK]

ah so orange is gone, guess the group is abuzz with what you should get next, our own ducati fanboy will be jumping all over the places i guess :P

Hopefully you get your next ride soon!!

[CrAzY dRiVeR]

Oh that discussion is still going in circles AtheK.

It's the red HyperMotard v/s green Ninja 1000, followed closely by the dark horse orange 790 yet again.

[deepfreak15]

Originally Posted by CrAzY dRiVeR

It's the red HyperMotard v/s green Ninja 1000, followed closely by the dark horse orange 790 yet again.

You left out the Himalayan and Continental GT

Originally Posted by AtheK

ah so orange is gone, guess the group is abuzz with what you should get next
Hopefully you get your next ride soon!!

I've decided to wait till the end of the year or right before BSVI kicks in.

[ashwinprakas]

Originally Posted by deepfreak15

The bike had served it's purpose for me.


This time I've told myself to take it slow and not rush into my next purchase so will take my time in selecting my next bike.

Rather than going for a motorcycle that ticks all the boxes on paper, I'd suggest you aim for something that feeds your soul.

The kind that'd make you cross borders just for the heck ot it.

Do learn about a few different configurations and take ample test rides before even contemplating the next buy, else you'd simply be doing us OLX-fanatics a favor.

Regards,
A.P.

[deepfreak15]

Originally Posted by ashwinprakas

take ample test rides before even contemplating the next buy, else you'd simply be doing us OLX-fanatics a favor.

I intend to do this.