Monster S2R1000 vs. new Monster 1100

Ducaholic · #1 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 03:42 PM

Thinking of doing the Monster thing. Which bike is best? I kinda like the S2R more.

**CrimsonCloak** · #2 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 06:24 PM

Looks are subjective, but ride them and see what you find out. To me the M1100 feels like a much tighter package, better brakes, handles very well, suspension is less imprecise. It's a big difference.

sideways · #3 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by CrimsonCloak

Looks are subjective, but ride them and see what you find out. To me the M1100 feels like a much tighter package, better brakes, handles very well, suspension is less imprecise. It's a big difference.

Well put. Both great bikes but the M1100/696 has a distinct handling advantage which is great for rider confidence.

**CrimsonCloak** · #4 (**permalink**) 10-28-2009, 07:02 PM

It sounds like blasphemy, but I'd rather have a 696 than an S2R1000...and I *love* torque. The new chassis and riding position just nail it for me.

sideways · #5 (**permalink**) 10-29-2009, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by CrimsonCloak

It sounds like blasphemy, but I'd rather have a 696 than an S2R1000...and I *love* torque. The new chassis and riding position just nail it for me.

I would too but my cheeseburger appetite is really killing my lightweight sbk prowess!!