Thread: Versys vs CB500X, Which would you buy and why?

Originally Posted by rickschoppers

The Z800 is definitely more my kind of bike and as always, it will depend on the ride position. I agree both are good buys for what you get and I have always had bigger bikes due to the need for speed and power. In Thailand I definitely ride different than the US and the needs are different as well.

Now if I could just keep all the Thais off the road when I am riding, it would be nirvana.

If, as you say, you disliked the "sporty" riding position of the CB'r' 250, you're going to hate the Z800...

Make sure you take one for a spin before you put money down. Personally I love the riding position on the naked Z800- chin out over the front wheel, but for guys more accustomed to choppers I can see that it might be hard to get used to...

Ride on!

Originally Posted by rickschoppers

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No, problem. I can bring it over and see if it fits. I will be in Udon the end of November if you want to PM your coordinates and phone number.

The bike has less than 1000km, so it is basically new. I would also like to look at your 500F and see what your thoughts are.

There's a chap on ThaiVisa looking to buy a CBR250 (in the bike classifieds). I know he went all the way up to Sukhothai to buy his last one, so I'm sure he'd be happy to go to Udon.

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He also posts on TD (Lancelot).