I have no idea on relative prices in the US, but in 2009 here in Australia I bought an '05 Multi 1000DS with 2000 miles, a soft bag set & heated grips for the price of a new delivered 09 Street Triple. I thought I got a pretty good deal, saving about 1/3 off the cost of a new Multi 1100.

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I speculate that if I’m more upright, more comfortable, on a bike that’s more versatile – yet still can hooligan – that I’ll ride more. I like to lean a bike (never dragged a knee or done a track day, but still love to corner), and do 1-2 day trips.


That sounds like me. I'm certainly clocking ...