Deposit put down on a SS939S in Seattle Wa.
Lucky guy! You probably got to see the 1299 Superleggera as well, although I doubt anyone was able to sit on it. Bikes like that are typically off limits at these shows. did you happen to take any pictures?I've actually traded my bike in against a Supersport today. I had a very long and detailed look and quite a few sit ons at the NEC show in the UK last week. Very taken with it.
As the winter is here I wasn't going to use my bike again until March or April next year and it seemed crazy it just sitting depreciating in the garage.
White Supersport S with an Akrapovic slip on. Delivery either late March or early April.
Steve
A SuperLeggera was here at IMS Long Beach too. No seat time on it though. Here's just one picture;Lucky guy! You probably got to see the 1299 Superleggera as well, although I doubt anyone was able to sit on it. Bikes like that are typically off limits at these shows. did you happen to take any pictures?
I should've stated I took at long look at myself in the mirror. I am 40 and never track - the Pani is gorgeous, but I am not fit for the bike.What pushed you towards the 939?
Did that very thing over Christmas. Found the RS a very comfortable sitting position. A tad more forward than my current ride, but not an issue. Actually I've come to believe a slight forward lean is actually more comfortable than sitting straight up and down. Managed to hurt my lower back working on the house and found my slightly forward lean road bike way more comfortable than my straight up small dual-sport commuter.So I would say if you want to get some idea of the riding position go visit a BM dealer and sit on the RS.
It's a sign of old age... kiddingDid that very thing over Christmas. Found the RS a very comfortable sitting position. A tad more forward than my current ride, but not an issue. Actually I've come to believe a slight forward lean is actually more comfortable than sitting straight up and down. Managed to hurt my lower back working on the house and found my slightly forward lean road bike way more comfortable than my straight up small dual-sport commuter.
Another thing I managed to clarify over Christmas is that I don't want wide bars, and seemingly the whole bike sitting in my lap. That's what it felt like when I sat on a Multistrada. I was also surprised how wide I found the bars on the Monster models in the store.
Wow, this surprises me, as I've been following your comments in the Monster section. I thought you loved your R model, so what caused the change of heart in favor of the new SS (a bike I'm also interested in buying)?Placed deposit for a red SS939S the day after the factory reveal. I'm in SW Fla, currently riding a Monster 1200 R which I will be trading in.
No change of heart, still love my 1200R. Other than the seat height there are no faults apparent to me. Frigging fast, consistently smooth running, and great handling.Wow, this surprises me, as I've been following your comments in the Monster section. I thought you loved your R model, so what caused the change of heart in favor of the new SS (a bike I'm also interested in buying)?
I'm short as well at 5'7" and a 29" inseam, so the Adventure bikes are an adventure for me to get on/off! I sold my Monster, but not because it was too tall - I didn't like the lack of wind protection and there was no attractive solution for the new Monsters.No change of heart, still love my 1200R. Other than the seat height there are no faults apparent to me. Frigging fast, consistently smooth running, and great handling.
I am a short feller and, even though I have the low seat, it becomes an issue with the R if paddling backward out of a parking space. That really became an issue during a trip to the Dragon in several gravel parking lots.
Plus I really like the SS939 looks. :laugh: