2011 Big Four model changes? - Page 2

Dave · 05-27-2010, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by smileyman

Suzuk didnt even import any '10 literbikes, they aren't doing anything.

Yammie is riding Spies WSBK success, new colors.

Honda will refine but no major changes, they just got the pistons right.

That leaves the ZX which was already close to top of class and prolly only minor changes...

That's exactly why I see the gen 4 rumours being true. Kwack wants racing success and if everyone else is on 3-4 year old bikes... hell, even vermulen said there was going to be new equipment next year iirc

smileyman · 05-27-2010, 05:54 PM

The global economy makes the choices for them. Who is hurting worse will have to make appropriate steps.

I think companies have to look at the sales and decide. Honda dealers always have new 2 yr old bikes on the showroom, Suzuki didnt import cause of slow sales, , Who knows what gambles they will take while they cant get bikes finaced....

Dave · 05-27-2010, 06:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smileyman

The global economy makes the choices for them. Who is hurting worse will have to make appropriate steps.

I think companies have to look at the sales and decide. Honda dealers always have new 2 yr old bikes on the showroom, Suzuki didnt import cause of slow sales, , Who knows what gambles they will take while they cant get bikes finaced....

Again, of all of them khi has the most diverse range of products. They don't need sales

derf · 05-27-2010, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smileyman

The global economy makes the choices for them. Who is hurting worse will have to make appropriate steps.

I think companies have to look at the sales and decide. Honda dealers always have new 2 yr old bikes on the showroom, Suzuki didnt import cause of slow sales, , Who knows what gambles they will take while they cant get bikes finaced....

250 2 strokes???

Particle Man · 05-28-2010, 10:19 AM

I dropped by the local Suzuki dealership the other day and they're being told that there's only going to be a "limited number" of new motorcycles imported for the upcoming model year and that for a lot of models like the V-Strom the '09 is still to be considered the "current" model (which is why my most recent attempt to obtain a new one at a decent price fell through).

ontwo · 05-28-2010, 10:30 AM

I don't see Kawi updating anything. They had to slash prices just to get rid of the 09s. Until the economy rebounds, I don't expect to see much in the way of updated models

Gas Man · 05-29-2010, 01:50 PM

I'm with rider on the greatness of the gsxr 750. Its a great overall bike.

On the subject, I hv no input.

Homeslice · 05-30-2010, 02:34 PM

It's not just about total mass.........it's reciprocating mass as well. The crank, pistons, rods, cams, and transmission gears. If the sum of those parts is greater in Bike X than it is in Bike Y, you're going to feel it. Objects in motion resist change in motion.

Amber Lamps · 05-30-2010, 03:07 PM

Liter bikes rule!!! Oh and my '88 V-Max was the worst destroyer of rear tires I have ever owned!!!

Tmall · 05-30-2010, 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Homeslice

It's not just about total mass.........it's reciprocating mass as well. The crank, pistons, rods, cams, and transmission gears. If the sum of those parts is greater in Bike X than it is in Bike Y, you're going to feel it. Objects in motion resist change in motion.

They also spin at a lower rpm...

05-27-2010, 05:54 PM	#2
smileyman White Trash Hero Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: NW Arkansas Moto: Buell 1125R Porco Rosso Edition Posts: 4,895	The global economy makes the choices for them. Who is hurting worse will have to make appropriate steps. I think companies have to look at the sales and decide. Honda dealers always have new 2 yr old bikes on the showroom, Suzuki didnt import cause of slow sales, , Who knows what gambles they will take while they cant get bikes finaced.... __________________ Arkriders.com To be the best you must first be willing to risk the worst!

05-28-2010, 10:19 AM	#5
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	I dropped by the local Suzuki dealership the other day and they're being told that there's only going to be a "limited number" of new motorcycles imported for the upcoming model year and that for a lot of models like the V-Strom the '09 is still to be considered the "current" model (which is why my most recent attempt to obtain a new one at a decent price fell through). __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.

05-28-2010, 10:30 AM	#6
ontwo Designated Drinker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: shitville Moto: 2009 ZX6R Posts: 1,661	I don't see Kawi updating anything. They had to slash prices just to get rid of the 09s. Until the economy rebounds, I don't expect to see much in the way of updated models __________________

05-29-2010, 01:50 PM	#7
Gas Man Trip's Assistant Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Imported from Detroit Moto: 2009 HD Street Classic Posts: 12,149	I'm with rider on the greatness of the gsxr 750. Its a great overall bike. On the subject, I hv no input.

05-30-2010, 02:34 PM	#8
Homeslice Elitist Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Moto: Gix 750 Posts: 11,351	It's not just about total mass.........it's reciprocating mass as well. The crank, pistons, rods, cams, and transmission gears. If the sum of those parts is greater in Bike X than it is in Bike Y, you're going to feel it. Objects in motion resist change in motion.

05-30-2010, 03:07 PM	#9
Amber Lamps Moto GP Star Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 14,556	Liter bikes rule!!! Oh and my '88 V-Max was the worst destroyer of rear tires I have ever owned!!!