Falco has to go..

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IsleFalco · #1 Post by **IsleFalco** » Sat Nov 20, 2010 10:59 pm

I only use my bikes for commuting at the moment and money is tight so I decided to sell the Falco. It has been very difficult to shift it. Just no demand for a Falco here. I would rather keep it than give it away. But the deciding factor is that the Falco does less mpg than my 1.6 Astra. I might have the option of trading it privately for a 8000 mile FZS600 Fazer, with some cash. I will never work out why the Falco remains one of biking's best kept secrets, despite all the good press it gets. This is only a problem when you need to sell them on. Why did they never catch on? Beats me.

Dusty · #2 Post by **Dusty** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 7:18 am

I'm sorry to hear that you're selling and that living where you do, you only commute on two wheels. I know what you mean about the fuel consumption. For me, it's resulting poor range spoil it as a tourer, and the cost of fuel puts me off using it for my 130 mile round trip commute. However, it's such a great bike that I've taken cold feet twice when trying to sell it. Good luck whatever you do.

Willopotomas · #3 Post by **Willopotomas** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 9:17 am

I've got a mate over on IoM.. I'll ask him if he's interested and pass over details.

Shame you're having to sell though..

ibicker · #4 Post by **ibicker** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 10:19 am

just got rid of mine mate got 1750 for it it was 05 with 14000 miles on a broken steering lock and damage to back can and scratches on left side on the bit that sticks out next to the light! Just got a 750 twin dursoduro which afetr a brief ride yesterday seems fun.

IsleFalco · #5 Post by **IsleFalco** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 4:44 pm

Dirty deed has been done. I am know back to a Fazer, nine years after selling one - for a Falco. Had a few other bikes in between. but this is the first time I have been Aprilia-less for 10 years. I will keep looking at the forum and at least I can now afford to buy my wife's Christmas present... We are building a house at the moment and 50-60 miles per gallon is what is needed. Just can't justify the extra fuel just to travel to work.

Strill have my trusty Triumph so there is still a choice, albeit not so stark.

D-Rider · #6 Post by **D-Rider** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 5:03 pm

Shame it had to go but glad you're sticking around - we need "our man on the Island" !

(even if Hanna doesn't know which island)

IsleFalco · #7 Post by **IsleFalco** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 5:17 pm

I will be looking in. Still interested in the bike, even though I won't have one.

TT2011 is going to be great. Get booked now! That's my promotional work done...

#8 Post by **Kwackerz** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 6:51 pm

Dont think RS has any other Fazer owners, ooh the exclusivety!

You'll have to change to Isle Fazer..

IsleFalco · #9 Post by **IsleFalco** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 8:56 pm

I am sure there must be some Fazer or ex-Fazer owners here. Fazers are as common as muck! Just spent a couple of hours doing some general fettling. As the usual Jap bike problems due to poor build quality. However the worse thing is a fair amount of superficial corrosion on the forks. The japanese never quite got the hang of applying protective lacquer. Aprilias are built much better. However, the rest of it is good. Apparently, it spent some time doing nothing but covered in a grease layer. 9000 miles in 12 years says light use.

I am crap at choosing forum names. IsleFalco here and FutIsle on the US site. Total lack of imagination. I will just stick with it!

#10 Post by **mangocrazy** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 9:47 pm

So - what's planned for TT 2011? I still have a hankering to return...

D-Rider · #11 Post by **D-Rider** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 10:16 pm

Kwackerz wrote:Dont think RS has any other Fazer owners, ooh the exclusivety!

errr - I think Mr & Mrs Nooj might disagree ......

IsleFalco · #12 Post by **IsleFalco** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 10:20 pm

http://www.iomtt.com/News/2010/10/27/Mo ... enary.aspx

TT2011 will be launched at Motorcycle Live at the NEC, which starts on 27th November. More details of will be released then. It is gearing up to be a busy TT as we are celebrating 100 years of the Mountain Course. We are trying to balance nostalgia with the interests of modern fans. Something for everyone... All the usual racing thrills, of course.

Book it, you know it makes sense..

D-Rider · #13 Post by **D-Rider** » Sun Nov 21, 2010 10:25 pm

.... should be good. Would be nice if the new Fred Dibner can notch up a win - particularly after his impromptu barbecue this year.

HowardQ · #14 Post by **HowardQ** » Mon Nov 22, 2010 10:34 am

Sorry the Falco had to go mate, but do understand your reasons.
Hope the Fazer works out well for you, they are nice bikes for commuting and fun as well.
Keep us up to date on how you get on, you are always welcome on here whatever you ride!