My Burgman is off to a new home tomorrow. Time for a change so I just bought a Honda ST1100. I was ready for more performance and just something different. I get bored easily!
Got to say my 6 years and over 19,000 miles on the 650 has been enjoyable. Burgman's are probably the most versatile vehicle on 2 wheels. Bike has been dead reliable and still has original battery. My only real complaints involve the terrible suspension unless you make mods (for a fairly expensive bike), fast rear tire wear, and the complexity and expense of some repairs. If I had the space and money I'd love to keep it. I'll probably miss it.
Thanks to everyone who participates on this site! The information contained here is invaluable. I'll suggest that the new owner joins ASAP.
I'll still have to visit, from time to time, just out of habit.
Leaving the Burgman family
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Leaving the Burgman family
by kwalters » Fri Apr 13, 2012 8:08 08
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Re: Leaving the Burgman family
by malahy1501 » Fri Apr 13, 2012 8:59 08
Make sure you visit the ST-Owners board...John and George in particular, know EVERYTHING about the trusty 11...I had one,l loved it 
Kept my 650 
http://www.st-owners.com/
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2003 Burgman 650
***TRAVEL STOP - Trailer***
Motorcycle riding is a dangerous hobby for many. It becomes a sport when one learns to master their ride.
Some days, it's not even worth chewing through the restraints
***TRAVEL STOP - Trailer***
Motorcycle riding is a dangerous hobby for many. It becomes a sport when one learns to master their ride.
Some days, it's not even worth chewing through the restraints
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Re: Leaving the Burgman family
by lojo » Fri Apr 13, 2012 9:14 09
Thanks for sharing your summary of your Burgman experience. I find it to be spot on from my point of view. Good Luck with that fabulous new bike.
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Re: Leaving the Burgman family
by LeDude » Fri Apr 13, 2012 10:04 10
Get your STOC # and get to know all the ST11 / ST13 veterans on the orignal list at: STOC The List
you are going to really like the ST11, still my favorite all time tourer.
I am still hoping that someday, SuziQ will make an 1100c Burgman.
post a few pics of that new beauty if you get a chance.
All the best and enjoy...
ps: tire wear on the ST11 will be on par with the 650, it's a 700 lbs ride. Your mpg will be very close to the 650 but with tons more power.
you are going to really like the ST11, still my favorite all time tourer.
I am still hoping that someday, SuziQ will make an 1100c Burgman.
post a few pics of that new beauty if you get a chance.
All the best and enjoy...
ps: tire wear on the ST11 will be on par with the 650, it's a 700 lbs ride. Your mpg will be very close to the 650 but with tons more power.
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Re: Leaving the Burgman family
by WingMan » Fri Apr 13, 2012 10:15 10
It's a very well put together site, even has a "Darksiders" section http://www.st-owners.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?484-Darksiders 
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Re: Leaving the Burgman family
by NormanB » Fri Apr 13, 2012 12:46 12
The ST100 is a very nice machine, many would say the 1300 brought nothing to the party other than cubes.
Enjoy it ---- until you come back to a Lardy - say 2015?
Enjoy it ---- until you come back to a Lardy - say 2015?
An expert = ex is a has been and a spurt is a drip under pressure.
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Re: Leaving the Burgman family
by MJR » Fri Apr 13, 2012 13:50 13
Honda makes some nice bikes, I'm sure you'll be happy with it. 
I have to admit I had been looking at the new Concours but if I had real money I'd get a K1600GT.
I have to admit I had been looking at the new Concours but if I had real money I'd get a K1600GT.'09 White 650 my regular ride, Yoshi Carbon/Stainless Exhaust, Bazzaz Z-Scoot Fuel Control
'06 Gray 650 new project bike, CVT to fix
'05 650 stripped down/rebuilding back up
'03 Blue 650 stripped CVT primary pulley splines/failed bearing, fixing and upgrading in process
'03 Blue 650 parts bike
'06 Gray 650 new project bike, CVT to fix
'05 650 stripped down/rebuilding back up
'03 Blue 650 stripped CVT primary pulley splines/failed bearing, fixing and upgrading in process
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