Which Maxi?

The Stig · Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 9:22 pm Post subject: Which Maxi?

I'd like some advice please....
Next year I'm considering taking the ferry from North Shields Tyne and Wear (or Hull) to Amsterdam.Driving for a few hours to catch a sleeper train and the following morning arriving at the north of Italy.Touring down the leg of Italy and back up again. Very Happy

I'm new to the maxi malarky and as Iv'e had a good offer for the GTS I need to make a choice soon and get some miles under my belt.
All the maxis seem have good performance so I'm more interested in comfort and reliability.The new 650 Burgman is a wee bit too pricy for me and someone mentioned Suzuki made a 600cc Burgman in the past.Iv'e not come across this model.Could anyone help with information or get me a web link please?
ps if there's anyone who fancies joining me on the aformentioned trip,I welcome the company. (it will be planned a bit more accurately than the description above!)
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Clive · Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 9:30 pm Post subject:

And on that bombshell,,,,600cc Suzuki,,,er,,,no,,,don't think so,,

maybe wrong,,,,,,usualy am. Laughing

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The Stig · Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 9:33 pm Post subject:

I think the fella was confused with the Silverwing perhaps?
Anyone have any experience with the `wing? Sad

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Clive · Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 9:37 pm Post subject:

I had a test ride on one from Pidcock,s of Nottoingham,,

I am 6ft,,,not enough legroom for me,,kept banging my knee,s on the led shield,s,,

Rest of the ride,,,very nice.

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dylanberks · Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 10:39 pm Post subject:

You wont need too worry about finding a dealer should anything go wrong - there are thousands throughout italy - the Tmax could be an option as it would handle well on the italian roads - lots of lovely twisties - but you would need some large luggage - best places for accomodation are agriturismo - farms doing B&B - can give you some tips on places to ride - am off there in august - not with the max - by car for three weeks

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The Stig · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 7:20 am Post subject:

Thanks for the advice.
Leg room could be a problem as I'm 6` 1" and 15 stone.Maybe some of the taller owners out there can comment?
Italy is such an amazing place to ride I'd welcome any help with places to go and stay.
Iv'e rang dealers around the Newcastle area as I'd like to try some Maxis out for size.Very frustrating,I'll have to try further afield.I thought a T Max was more of a sports scoot than a tourer.Has anyone out there done some serious touring on one? Preferably taller riders Smile

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waspie · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 7:47 am Post subject:

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Stephen C · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 12:12 pm Post subject:

Taipan · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 1:48 pm Post subject:

Had a 2001 Silverwing and now have a 2001 Tmax.

Silverwing can be made more comfortable if you remove the butt pad as its known. It was the only was I could ride mine (I'm over 6ft). Once that is removed I found the Silverwing very comfortable. I did a couple of 360 mile round trips on it and got off of it with no cramps or aches. Excellent under seat storage with a huge 55 litre capacity! Downside was the fuel consumption which was appalling. I regularly got low to mid 30s with enthusiastic riding! Was lucky to see low 40s at any time. I don’t remember what I got on those long runs? The Silverwing is heavy, very heavy, although it carries its weight well. The other biggest gripe was the woefully under sprung front end. Christ it was dire. I put a hyperpro front spring kit in (approx £80?) which transformed the bike. Minor niggles were incurable rattles, snatchy drive train and vibey power take up.

Tmax I seem to fit this very well? I find it very comfortable. I don’t think I've ever got less than 55mpg out of it! Disappointing storage compared to the Silverwing. Cant comment too much on the handling as mine has Maxxis tyres on and these really do not suit the bike at all. I have no confidence to push the bike at all. I've now put a Michelin on the front but the back still feels odd. Again it could do with a suspension upgrade at the front but is no where near as bad as the Silverwing.

Both good bikes but if I had to choose it would be the Tmax every time.

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Blue Max · Settling In Nicely Joined: 17 Jul 2007 Posts: 39

Hi I'm 6ft 3 and ride a TMax Mk2.
I have done comfortably 425 miles in 1 day solo. As far as touring is concerned you can stuff a soft bag under the seat and a 'tail pack' type bag between your feet in the 'well'.
I have to admit my choice of scoot is based on being able to keep up with motorcycles and the T Max fits the bill. I cannot imagine scooters being used 2 up for touring but I did follow a Silver Wing once which seem to be coping.
Good luck

Taipan · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 2:07 pm Post subject:

poldark · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 2:58 pm Post subject: Burger options

I would discount the Burger 200 for that sort of distance touring (1 or 2 up) but I'd certainly say that the 400 could be suitable.

I think many people go to the 650 Burger unecessarily, for me it's only warranted if you're doing 2-up with mucho luggage.

I reckon for single person the 400, especially if you like to tour (I.e. actually see something of the place you're wizzing through, so 50-70 mph) is ideal and way more economical.

Certainly TMax is also capable, plus a few Italian scoots (I.e. Xevo 400), as always a test ride (if you can manage to get one) is critical.

Good luck Laughing

Mottza · Posted: Tue Jul 22, 2008 3:23 pm Post subject:

How about a Austin Maxi Laughing

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