CTX is Totaled

[touringman]

Hello all, I've received word that my Honda CTX is totaled. My Aprilia 500 Scarabeo that was stolen from the dealership is still missing in action. The only thing I have left to ride is a Piaggio MP3 400. That's okay with me as it will fulfill my short term needs. The hunt is on for a replacement #1 bike. I'm wondering if anyone lives near Hilliard, Ohio? There's a bike there I may like to ask someone if they could look at for me. Is there anyone in that area who might be able to do that for me? Thanks, Syd

[HawkGTRider]

I find it amazing that the guy that swiped your Aprilia is still on the loose. If his credit info was really him, I'd think that would be a no brainer. If it was not his info, did he really go into the dealership with fake credentials with the thought in mind of stealing someone's bike while he was there?

What are you looking at now?

[Patmo]

Syd....I'm sorry to hear this, especially about the Aprilla.  I imagine that by now it's either been shipped out of the country or chopped up.  Guy sounds like a real pro who knew what he was doing.  Probably was hoping that the dealership was going to let him "demo" a new model while his credit was being checked, with him knowing darn well he wasn't going to bring it back if they did. 

I wonder...can we get tracking microchips for our bikes?  Kind of like the app on our phone that can tell us where we parked our car?  Think I'm goi g to have to look into this more...hmmmm.

Good luck on your search and if I can help in any way, don't hesitate.

Pat

[TN2Wheeler]

Syd....I'm sorry to hear this, especially about the Aprilla.  I imagine that by now it's either been shipped out of the country or chopped up.  Guy sounds like a real pro who knew what he was doing.  Probably was hoping that the dealership was going to let him "demo" a new model while his credit was being checked, with him knowing darn well he wasn't going to bring it back if they did. 

I wonder...can we get tracking microchips for our bikes?  Kind of like the app on our phone that can tell us where we parked our car?  Think I'm goi g to have to look into this more...hmmmm.

Good luck on your search and if I can help in any way, don't hesitate.

Pat

Lojack has been around for years.

[Brick]

Bryan Dunlap lives in Hilliard, Ohio.


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[HawkGTRider]

Syd....I'm sorry to hear this, especially about the Aprilla.  I imagine that by now it's either been shipped out of the country or chopped up.  Guy sounds like a real pro who knew what he was doing.  Probably was hoping that the dealership was going to let him "demo" a new model while his credit was being checked, with him knowing darn well he wasn't going to bring it back if they did. 

I wonder...can we get tracking microchips for our bikes?  Kind of like the app on our phone that can tell us where we parked our car?  Think I'm goi g to have to look into this more...hmmmm.

Good luck on your search and if I can help in any way, don't hesitate.

Pat

And along with Lojack, the SPOT folks have a tracker.

[touringman]

Thanks for the info guys. I will give Bryan a call. I am frankly confused as to what to buy, and I am not rushing to do anything. After all the noise I made about getting rid of the CTX, I actually gained a little respect for it at Big Lynn. One of the bikes I'd been looking at was the Yamaha FZ-07, and Howard was riding his new one with us the day I crashed. He later told me he had a tough time keeping up when coming out of a corner. I was a little surprised, but the CTX does have bountiful low end torque, and I'm a fan or torque. I'd also considered the lowly NC700X (sorry Tosh), as it has the same running gear, and I could lower it a tad if needed. I hate to admit it, but after reading the review of the much changed WeeStrom, and the comparison of it to the Versys 650LT in the new Rider, the Vstrom is looking good again. I'm just reading and listening to a lot of reviews and comparisons right now. After all, I still have my Piaggio MP3 400 to ride for now. Everyone should take advantage of this story to press the home front for more bikes in the garage! It is possible to run out!

I just don't understand about the Aprilia either? I've completely stopped pressing the issue, because I'm not sure I would want it back at this point. No telling how it's been treated, and what shape it's in now. Allstate has already settled on the CTX, and they were fair about it. I sent the rest of the paperwork to Erie concerning the Aprilia yesterday, and I'm waiting to hear from them. I won't replace the Aprilia, and just use the settlement for that to put towards one bike. Syd😀

[Steve]

Syd, I sent you a PM, let me know if I can help you out.


Steve

[touringman]

Hey Steve, I just checked, and I don't have a new pm??

[Steve]

Syd, I sent it to your yahoo account.

[touringman]

I got it Steve! I sent you a reply. Thanks!

[stevegrab]

Since your dealer will be on the hook for the insurance claim of the stolen Aprilia Scooter maybe they've just accepted that fact and haven't pressed the local LEOs on catching the culprit. But if I were a MC dealer in that area and this happened to me I'd be sure to press for investigation and prosecution, to prevent further theft from local dealers.  As somebody said sounds like the theif had a plan, and had to settle for anything he could easily steal when he realized they weren't letting him ride away with what he wanted.

[wardie]

Syd glad to hear you're alright. Looking forward to Fall Colors!

Be good to see Steve G. and all the guys .

The Versy looks tall, there are some good deals on the Honda CB 500 X. Personally I never liked the looks the NC model and if you pack it isn't the gas tank under the seat which means removing some luggage to add gas

My friend has a Burgman scooter. He rides that darn thing more than his BMW 800 GS? He loves it. Low to the ground, tons of torque and plenty of power and speed. Lots of internet action/clubs and forums. Larry

[touringman]

Thanks Steve and Wardie. I agree with you Steve, but. at this point, I don't think I want them to find it, and try to force it back on me. There's been too much time elapsed, and too many chances for it to have been abused. Not only have the police not caught anyone, but they still haven't provided a report for the insurance company. They're holding up the claim.


I have been considering almost every bike under the sun Wardie, and the CB500x is on the list. The CTX700 had gobs of low end torque in just the right place for pulling out of corners, and merging with traffic. I just don't know if the 500 can compete with that. I'm not in a huge rush. The search for the right bike, and the right deal are ongoing.

[TN2Wheeler]

The CB500x might be a good choice. I've ridden a couple and the performance is acceptable if not quite thrilling. It is more of a revver than your torquey 700 though so it would require a different riding style. It is however, a physically small motorcycle. That's not necessarily a bad thing for us aging riders but it might affect the long term comfort for a "touringman". As a tall guy I found the bike to be a little tight but it might fit you perfectly. Point is you need some saddle time on one before deciding.