I want one of these.
 

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I really hate the look of the Bonnie. But to each his own.

I'd feel more confortable if it had more than one brake disc up front but i'm sure it gets the job done.

How much are they asking for those?

Fuck me, that's gorgeous!

I like the current generation Bonnie but that one is dead sexy! :boobs:

I like that, it's got clean lines.

Just out of curiousity, why do you need a backpack with the SV? There's hard and soft luggage available for it...

bonnie is a sweet looking bike. I hear they ride well too.

i suppose the *gasp!* sporty would fit your requirements too. Def an enjoyable ride, if not a stereotypical one

Check out the Honda Pantom. Not a bad looking bike.

http://image.motorcyclecruiser.com/f...right_view.jpg
http://www.carphotomobil.com/motorcy...tom_2010_7.jpg

The Bonnie is a fun ride. I know a guy that has an 08 Bonnie Black for sale.

Not a good looking one either.


Honda really is missing the mark lately.

Why because it doesn't have Buell or HD on the side?

No, but they are sure as hell trying, aren't they?

You have to follow success and you have to admit, HD has had a little success in the cruiser market.

A little? :lol:

Sarcasm.... it's this new thing, you should check it out.

The Bonnie/Thruxton/Speedmaster platform is one of the sweetest "old school" packages around; low, comfy, torquey, sweet riding, sweet handling, easy to work on, easy on the eyes and stone-axe reliable. I had a devil of a time letting go of mine............but money is money:wtfru:

Thruxton is a sweet bike.

seen the new norton commando? word in motorcyclist is if it works out they're gonna make a roadgoing version of the 588 rotary racer (yes please) and follow that up with a new line of P-twin sportsbikes a-la laverda formula s. i cant wait to see how it works out :boobs:

Yeah I saw that. Looks pretty sick.

the norton looks very sexy, but, not exactly a standard cruiser. the bonnie is very nice. love the white.

true on both counts but i wanted to gush about the very cool possibility of a new P-twin supersport

Bonnie = teh secks

New CB1100 = teh uglie

http://www.nortonracing.com/race/
General Specification

This NRV-588 has an advanced, up-to-date technical specification using computers to control all operations, but the general configuration is as follows:

Engine
588cc twin-rotor Wankel type
Fuel injected, direct spray into both bell mouths
Fully variable intake tract to peak maximum torque between 8000-11,000rpm
Electric water pump
Ducted fan air cooling for rotors
Fly-by-wire throttle
Power
Projected at 170 BHP @ 11,500 RPM
Max torque 80 Ibs ft, at variable rpm
ChassisTwin spar aluminium, by SpondonFront SuspensionOhlins upside-down forkRear SuspensionOhlins specially made long-stroke single-sided direct connection unitBrakesAP Discs with radial mounted front callipers and rear 2 piston brake calliper.WheelsDymag 16.5inTyresDunlopWeight130kg (dry)

i see you missed the nr700 link on their main page ;) if they sell a road version near 20k i'll be selling myself on the nearest streetcorner :lol:

I've entertained the notion of getting a Thruxton many times over the last few years; before the Warrior, and before the Buell fire sale.
I just never pulled the trigger and my interest got hijacked elsewhere.

That new Bonnie looks great to me, but I love retro/standards. :wink:
I'm not sure I'm comfortable with them straying too far from the classic look, but if it keeps their sales numbers up so they don't go under, I guess I'll deal.

That engine is beautiful.

The one thing I hate about almost all retro bikes, this one included, is the bread loaf seat.

However, being that it's more expensive, slightly less powerful, and 80lb heavier than my '02 SV650N, I think I'll pass on that one.

i wanted a thruxton untill i took an honest look at the ducati sport classic 1000. now im hoping for an afghanistan trip so i can have one for a daily standard

It is good looking. I like that they fit the injectors into the fake "carbs."
But needs a bit of work... Bar end mirrors being number one. A second brake disc up front would take some work, but it's definitely possible. A fly screen like the STriple. Lower bars, and those cafe knee grippy pad things... yeah that would work.
"Normal" tire sizes would be a huge plus too. A 120 front, 160 rear would like good and be easier to find.
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The bike looks OK, but if you're going to buy a cruiser, get a HD Nighttrain. Now THAT is the secks.

I like the Bonnie it has something that the HD and it's clones doesn't. An individual look. Perhaps It is because I am in New Hampshire and HD' s are as common as as black flies but I am sick of their appearance. Mind you I am not knocking the bike. It is just refreshing to see a bike like a Bonnie or even the new Thunderbird. They do not look like anything else out there.

Aftermarket is your friend :dthumb:
http://www.newbonneville.com/

Bonnies are sweet riding bikes. I rode one for about 300 miles one afternoon/evening. Loved it. The single front disc works fine.

I would like to see one in the old cafe racer style. Throw on some clipons and a racing seat with the aero hump. I also agree on some bar end mirrors. I think it would look sick. I would need to start with the T100 model though for the spoked wheels, front fender struts, and the previously mentioned tank pads.

Never mind the Bonneville, to make what I want all I need is a Thruxton and some tank pads.

toss in d&d race pipes and pod filters and you got a deal ;)

D&D's sound like shit.
Go with the Staintunes. ;)

http://www.newthruxton.com/staintunes.wmv

that looks terrible compared to the race pipes

Are you talking about the high mounts or the D&D's that mount Buell-style?

ill post the pic up later but their race style end short and low. Just behind the pegs