Hi eveyone, this is my first post with this nick (couldn't get my previous password, so had to reregister).
I've been tracking or hobby racing an RSV Factory for 8 years now. I didn't plan to replace the Ape but my 2 year old daughter got me hooked on bikes again. She is obsessed with bikes and wants to watch bike videos on youtube instead of listening to tales. So, I've got the bug and I am looking for somehting exciting to replace the RSV with.
My riding: I go on a one-week tour in the Italian Alps every year (just the twisties, no motorway), but other than that only a few track days or amature races. So, I figured I want a bike that gives me more than just good laptimes. Well, you must be familiar with this feeling after all, riding Mvs.
I have a budget of around 10k euros. The obvious choice would be a daytona 675r but it is out of my price range and I'd rather stick with Italian bikes (used to have a 999s and an xtra raptor before).
So, my short list looks the following:
f3 675, f4 spr, ducati 749r.
I have a weak spot for the SPR. It may not be the best choice but I can hardly get it out of my head. I could also say the same about the Duc (unfortunately I cannot afford both). The f3 675 might be a good idea, though I am not a big fan of electronic trickery. I do no want to break lap records, just want to ride in a good rythm on a bike that ticks the right boxes.
I suppose - mainly due to its weight - the f3 would be the best for the track action, but at the end of the day I would be more happy to turn back and take a last glance at an SPR or a 749r.
Still, I am curious how the f3 compares to an SPR or an f4 750 (I know that not many owners track their SPRs) on the track? I have run a few searches but I might have missed some aspects.
Thanks and sorry for the long post.
Adam
I've been tracking or hobby racing an RSV Factory for 8 years now. I didn't plan to replace the Ape but my 2 year old daughter got me hooked on bikes again. She is obsessed with bikes and wants to watch bike videos on youtube instead of listening to tales. So, I've got the bug and I am looking for somehting exciting to replace the RSV with.
My riding: I go on a one-week tour in the Italian Alps every year (just the twisties, no motorway), but other than that only a few track days or amature races. So, I figured I want a bike that gives me more than just good laptimes. Well, you must be familiar with this feeling after all, riding Mvs.
I have a budget of around 10k euros. The obvious choice would be a daytona 675r but it is out of my price range and I'd rather stick with Italian bikes (used to have a 999s and an xtra raptor before).
So, my short list looks the following:
f3 675, f4 spr, ducati 749r.
I have a weak spot for the SPR. It may not be the best choice but I can hardly get it out of my head. I could also say the same about the Duc (unfortunately I cannot afford both). The f3 675 might be a good idea, though I am not a big fan of electronic trickery. I do no want to break lap records, just want to ride in a good rythm on a bike that ticks the right boxes.
I suppose - mainly due to its weight - the f3 would be the best for the track action, but at the end of the day I would be more happy to turn back and take a last glance at an SPR or a 749r.
Still, I am curious how the f3 compares to an SPR or an f4 750 (I know that not many owners track their SPRs) on the track? I have run a few searches but I might have missed some aspects.
Thanks and sorry for the long post.
Adam