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Hi all,
After getting in about 10 years of saddle time, I am in the process of deciding what my next motorcycle will be. I am usually not the kind of person who asks "Should I get A or B?", I deliberate for some time over what I want and then just go get what I like. But right now I am in such a confused state that I almost don't want to buy a bike!
The two bikes I have narrowed it down to are the Ducati 959 Panigale and the Triumph Daytona 675R. I took them both out for multiple demo rides and still could not choose one (and no, budget unfortunately does not support purchasing both :frown2
. The intention of the bike is to be used on fun weekend rides and for commuting to work. I have not yet done a track day but would like to start with organizers' bikes before I take mine to the track, so the bike I get might not see many track days initially. I know there are other suitable bikes out there for commuting and to be used as the weekend toy, but I have always loved sport bikes and only intend to buy one of these two. Also toying with the idea of getting a used BMW S1000RR, because I was absolutely blown away with the bike after a demo ride, but boy those bikes are pricey and the kind of riding I do does not justify such a large investment.
My observations from the demo rides are as follows,
Ducati 959 Panigale:
Pro -
Triumph Daytona 675R:
Pro -
The heart says Ducati, head says Daytona. I would really appreciate feedback from the current and prospective owners in helping me with this dilemma!
Thanks,
KB
After getting in about 10 years of saddle time, I am in the process of deciding what my next motorcycle will be. I am usually not the kind of person who asks "Should I get A or B?", I deliberate for some time over what I want and then just go get what I like. But right now I am in such a confused state that I almost don't want to buy a bike!
The two bikes I have narrowed it down to are the Ducati 959 Panigale and the Triumph Daytona 675R. I took them both out for multiple demo rides and still could not choose one (and no, budget unfortunately does not support purchasing both :frown2
My observations from the demo rides are as follows,
Ducati 959 Panigale:
Pro -
- It looks absolutely drop dead gorgeous!
- The stock exhaust at idle is just :surprise:!
- Engine definitely felt like it had more beans than the Daytona.
- For me, the Ducati brand name has a bit more value and the 959 brings more exclusivity.
- Currently Ducati has a 0% APR promotion in the US on the 959 and the dealer is interested in dealing.
- The heat from the back cylinder's exhaust header pipe was quite a bit after just a 30 minute demo ride! Is in town riding going to be a problem?
- For me, the triple cylinder whine from Triumph has a slight edge over the twin at higher revs.
- Higher potential maintenance costs. With the increase in service intervals for the 959, it is probably going to be a wash though.
Triumph Daytona 675R:
Pro -
- Agile! I know all the reviewers and vloggers are going gaga over how the 959 handles, but personally I could flick this bike side to side much more easily. Handling felt telepathic, I thought about where I wanted to go and I was there! I could definitely get more out of the bike than the 959 on the demo rides.
- Suspension and brake components are top notch, a grade above the 959 for sure. I am just not sure how much difference I will be able to feel out on the road and canyons.
- The engine just sings beyond 7k RPM!
- A little more affordable. Have a deal lined up for <$13k OTD! :surprise:
- Might not attract the wrong kind of attention as with the 959.
- Might not attract the right kind of attention as with the 959!
- Rumors of Triumph potentially dropping/replacing the 675R. I don't want to purchase a new bike and have it become old almost instantly.
- Riding position was more aggressive of the two. Could be more tiring while commuting?
The heart says Ducati, head says Daytona. I would really appreciate feedback from the current and prospective owners in helping me with this dilemma!
Thanks,
KB