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satxbiker
12-09-2009, 04:50 PM
I know I have not posted in here much, but with my new to me bike I hope that I can now get out and meet you guys on some pie runs. I have an 01 SV650S (going up for sale) but my hubby just surprised me with a 2007 BMW F800ST!

We had gone to the BMW dealership planning on looking at an 09 when we found they had this 07 on consignment. It already came with the hard side bags and also included the center stand, heated grips, computer and ABS. It only had 7k on it. The only diff between it and a new one was a few minor scrapes on the swingarm and the color. I got it for at least less than half of what a new one would cost. I am so stoked to go out on some longer rides this next year.

The bike seems to just fall into corners easier than the SV which really surprised me. It has a nice low center of gravity with the gas tank below the seat. I can't completely flat foot it, but I am ok with that. I already have a trip planned for New Mexico next year in April with a group of friends. Here is a pic of my new baby. If you know of anyone looking for a great SV650S I will be posting mine for sale in the classifieds area.

http://www.alamoweather.com/mc/mc.jpg
tonylonesome
12-09-2009, 04:54 PM
That's one heck of a 4th post ever!!! Congratulations and ride safe. :clap:
Wes
12-09-2009, 04:59 PM
Nice! :clap:
buck000
12-09-2009, 05:01 PM
Very VERY nice! :rider:
rad3766
12-09-2009, 05:22 PM
Thats schweet looking. Hoping you many safe happy miles. :rider:
Merry Christmas.

p.s. belt drive? Oh I like that :thumb:
satxbiker
12-09-2009, 06:45 PM
Thanks everyone. Yea belt drive. I am gonna love no more chain maintenance. I guess I have some extra Kerosene now!
rad3766
12-09-2009, 07:33 PM
I am gonna love no more chain maintenance. I guess I have some extra Kerosene now!

I dunno which is better, belt drive or shaft, but I no likey chains. :argh:
My bike runs a belt, still the original with just a bit past 72k miles, I check the belt for damage every few months, only needs adjustment when the back tire gets swapped out.
Theyre incredibly strong.
1 wheel peel
12-10-2009, 08:50 AM
Congrats on the early Christmas!! Great looking bike.:thumb:
NitroRoo
12-10-2009, 09:01 AM
Wow! Now that's a super Christmas gift! I'd like to get my wife an sv-650, be sure to post it up when you are selling it :)
RedPill
12-10-2009, 09:51 AM
That's a really sweet bike. I've always liked the look of it. Congratulations!
Wes
12-10-2009, 10:43 AM
With a bike like that you may start to get depressed. There won't be as much maintenance. You may need an old junker just to have something to twist wrenches on. :lol2:
Sleepy Weasel
12-10-2009, 04:10 PM
Tell him you wanted a blue one and send it back.

:rofl:
busarider1
12-11-2009, 09:32 AM
Congrats on the new scoot!
satxbiker
12-11-2009, 02:43 PM
Wow! Now that's a super Christmas gift! I'd like to get my wife an sv-650, be sure to post it up when you are selling it :)

I have it posted for sale in the For sale section. Check it out
Buellboy
12-11-2009, 04:10 PM
Beautiful bike.....
Merry Christmas to you.....
jnappier
12-11-2009, 04:12 PM
That is a great looking bike, but now your helmet doesn't match. Stocking stuffer!
STman
12-11-2009, 04:29 PM
Congrats....beautiful machine:rider: