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This is a “what would you do” question since the information and opinions I have received here over the last year have been of huge assistance.
I picked up a 99 ST4 last year with around 5k miles on it and I have put about 3k miles on it in that time. I have switched the wheels for a set off an ST4S and put on new Pirelli Angles. I also did the DD headlight upgrade which is awesome. I picked up a later model seat and a fairly rare rear seat cowl too.
I am just itching for a big more aggressive bike but at 48 years old I don’t really want to flip into a 996/8 or a new 848/1098 or anything along those lines. On the other hand I am intrigued by the Sport Classic lineup the like fairing sport 1000 or the Paul Smart. I am a bit concerned they might be actually lacking in power too, but I have to say I love the style. I have also considered an Aprillia Tuono of various years. They’re really nice bikes with what appears to be a fairly hot setup and a fairly reasonable riding position. I really love the 2000 to 2004 Guzzi V11 Lemans too.
The natural thought is to pick up an ST4S and make some upgrades to that. Finally I could step up and just make the ST4 stronger, meaning, pick up the Ohlin’s rear shock which it cries out for and even go as far as stepping up the motor a bit. I live only a 30 minute ride from Ferracci and they could easily step up the motor without a huge investment.
Basically if I kept my bike I am looking at new sprockets and chain, exhaust and power commander plus some dyno time to tune it well. Fan upgrade appears to be a must do also. The rear shock and in fairly short order a clutch and associated parts. I know they make high comp top end parts but the payoff on those sounds like it may not be worth it.
I use it to commute a couple days a week, its about a 15 mile ride of which only 2.5 miles is freeway. The rest of my riding is Sunday mornings in the back woods or just getting out some nights for 50 or so miles of riding at a good clip. I have a small trip slated for later this summer too. In general it gets all kinds of use whenever I can.
Any thoughts? Thanks
I picked up a 99 ST4 last year with around 5k miles on it and I have put about 3k miles on it in that time. I have switched the wheels for a set off an ST4S and put on new Pirelli Angles. I also did the DD headlight upgrade which is awesome. I picked up a later model seat and a fairly rare rear seat cowl too.
I am just itching for a big more aggressive bike but at 48 years old I don’t really want to flip into a 996/8 or a new 848/1098 or anything along those lines. On the other hand I am intrigued by the Sport Classic lineup the like fairing sport 1000 or the Paul Smart. I am a bit concerned they might be actually lacking in power too, but I have to say I love the style. I have also considered an Aprillia Tuono of various years. They’re really nice bikes with what appears to be a fairly hot setup and a fairly reasonable riding position. I really love the 2000 to 2004 Guzzi V11 Lemans too.
The natural thought is to pick up an ST4S and make some upgrades to that. Finally I could step up and just make the ST4 stronger, meaning, pick up the Ohlin’s rear shock which it cries out for and even go as far as stepping up the motor a bit. I live only a 30 minute ride from Ferracci and they could easily step up the motor without a huge investment.
Basically if I kept my bike I am looking at new sprockets and chain, exhaust and power commander plus some dyno time to tune it well. Fan upgrade appears to be a must do also. The rear shock and in fairly short order a clutch and associated parts. I know they make high comp top end parts but the payoff on those sounds like it may not be worth it.
I use it to commute a couple days a week, its about a 15 mile ride of which only 2.5 miles is freeway. The rest of my riding is Sunday mornings in the back woods or just getting out some nights for 50 or so miles of riding at a good clip. I have a small trip slated for later this summer too. In general it gets all kinds of use whenever I can.
Any thoughts? Thanks