Ex-Transalp Newbie

[JohnnyJ]

Hello everyone. After a couple of years riding a 2007 XL650V Transalp, I wanted something newer. I wanted a Triumph Tiger 800 or an Africa Twin, but they were just way too big for me. So, after lots of reading, searching and looking, I decided on a 2016 V-Strom - the one with the beak, and the horizontal twin headlamps. I love the looks and it still has a nod towards the pseudo off-road style I like. 

Very much looking forward to its delivery next week, and enjoying the forum.

All the best

John

[Graham62]

Hi and 

[wurzel]

  to you, I had a 700 tranny, lovely bike if I'm honest,and felt bombproof,I think you will like the Strom, it's a bit more lively than your old bike,and just as competent,or more so.

[tallpaul]

 

[Ridaz]

 

[UK_Vstrom650]

 

[Gert]

 

[Frostilicus]

 

[MartinW]

Hi John and 

[Lincsman]

Greetings from Lincolnshire.

[Brockett]

Hello and 

[pegemc]

Hi and  I too had a transalp. Very capable all rounder.

[650XT Pete]

Hello and 

[Asmith61]

Hello Johnny 

[SuzukiSte]

 

[Mark Shelley]

Had a late model 600 Tranny for a few years as an everyday bike and also toured Scotland solo on it. It was a brilliant bike. The Vstrom is much roomier for two up riding and more refined when high speed cruising. You will love it.