Compare and Contrast ex500 vs GS500F

[tiltedworld]

The GS is notorious for being a cold-blooded bike. Until the engine is really warm, it just doesn't like to run smooth. A rejet is definitly in order. It is a 16 year old engine design.

I prefer the more sporty ergo's of the EX over the standard GS as well. With the GS being fully faired this year it will cost more to replace dinged fairings.

 

[budbandit]

I would go with the EX. I would also get a used and pre-battered one. They are abundant and cheap on the used market. Handling is good, easy on tires. Get the pre-scuffed kind and save bigtime.

 

[MrCrash]

New or used?

EX has more motor. GS has the better chassis. The new one has the full fairing.

More concerned with starting on a lighter bike than a less expensive one? Wait a year and see if the Aprilia 450 makes its way over

 

[tiltedworld]

Wait a year and see if the Aprilia 450 makes its way over

Don't tease me like that

 

[joe]

New or used?

EX has more motor. GS has the better chassis. The new one has the full fairing.

More concerned with starting on a lighter bike than a less expensive one? Wait a year and see if the Aprilia 450 makes its way over

Dude, we just got one of those at Scuderia. Aprilia wants to see how much interest it'll raise, and if it's a viable bike to import!!!!
















just kidding.

Go with the EX, and yes, get a used and beat one if she plans on moving up to something else.

 

[1nsanity]

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damn you!

Dude, we just got one of those at Scuderia. Aprilia wants to see how much interest it'll raise, and if it's a viable bike to import!!!!
















just kidding.

Go with the EX, and yes, get a used and beat one if she plans on moving up to something else.

 

[jlhopwo]

I love my EX! Sporty, but with a more upright riding position. Sounds great at 10,000 rpm! Cruises on the highway without over-exerting itself. Won't inadvertently pitch-a-bitch (wheelie) on you. When you make a mistake, you can say "Oops!" intead of "Oh, shit!" Engine is easily accessible. A great first bike!

 

[Matt.Lai]

EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500 EX500

I love 'em.

-Matt

 

[tiltedworld]

Dude, we just got one of those at Scuderia. Aprilia wants to see how much interest it'll raise, and if it's a viable bike to import!!!!

just kidding.

Go with the EX, and yes, get a used and beat one if she plans on moving up to something else.

Liar! I was there this weekend and asked. No one had a clue