Brand new to the site and i am about to view a 2008 Corsaro 1200 this weekend, i currently have a Honda CBF600N and have been riding 2 years. I use my bike all year to get into work (20 mile round trip), I am also 5ft 7'' with a 29'' inside leg......... am i in for trouble if i purchased the bike ? How is the build quality regarding standing up to daily use in all weather (i will clean it once a week and use ACF50). How is the clutch given i will be using it to filter a lot. I had thought of getting either the Honda Hornet 600 or even the Honda CB1000 but the Corsaro looks totally different to any other bike on the road and i would be guaranteed not to see another one at every other set of lights.
Is this bike a contender or really a weekend / garage queen who's owners are more into looks than actual real life (all year) use.
Thanks.
Corsaro 1200 for daily commute ?
on your face going to work everyday buy a Morini.I have been using mine for commuting to work (40 miles roundtrip) since October. I find it to be great fun and not at all a problem in traffic. Unfortunately this winter was particularly snowy, and so there were quite a few days I simply could not take it, and with all the salt they would put on the roads, cleaning once a week was far from enough! But the bike presented no problems though.
However, I have to say this is an enthusiast bike. If commuting is your usage, I would probably consider something else. Also, if you are thinking of chosing between a Hornet 600 and a Corsaro, you should know that they are worlds apart. For starters, even though the Hornet is a competent little bike, there is a huge difference in power, not to mention the character of a twin compared to a 4 in line. You may also find fuel consumption to be on the high end on the Corsaro.
What I like with the Corsaro is that if ridden easily, it is actually very docile and comfortable. However, when you open it up, it becomes a whole other beast that can be intimidating at first, especially if you are coming from a 600 4 in line. You need to have a go on it to see for yourself. But if you want it to, it will serve as a comuter as well...
However, I have to say this is an enthusiast bike. If commuting is your usage, I would probably consider something else. Also, if you are thinking of chosing between a Hornet 600 and a Corsaro, you should know that they are worlds apart. For starters, even though the Hornet is a competent little bike, there is a huge difference in power, not to mention the character of a twin compared to a 4 in line. You may also find fuel consumption to be on the high end on the Corsaro.
What I like with the Corsaro is that if ridden easily, it is actually very docile and comfortable. However, when you open it up, it becomes a whole other beast that can be intimidating at first, especially if you are coming from a 600 4 in line. You need to have a go on it to see for yourself. But if you want it to, it will serve as a comuter as well...
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morini_tom
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Hudson,
I tend to agree with the other replies on here. I use mine for commuting the 26 miles each way to work as often as I can. I find I am more eager to get out the house in the morning when I take the corsaro, even after 18 months of ownership! Only problem is I do find the day can drag at work when I see the morini parked outside the office, especially when it's sunny!
The 3 year warrenty really helped me make up my mind when I thought about a corsaro for commuting, and the dealer and factory support punches well above it's weight. That said the morini is a niche bike and so you shouldn't expect Honda reliability. Mine has been spot on since the '08 updates but there are bound to be the odd niggle along the way. Look after it and you shouldn't have any problems.
If the Morini is your only form of transport I'd have a few reservations about it's suitability when the weather is bad- I'd rather take the car or a faired bike in heavy rain (wimp!) and in the snow... I don't much fancy 140 odd horsepower! The corsaro is manageable on slippy roads but you do have to treat it with respect.
Quality wise mine still looks good as new, the odd patch here and there but no worse (actually better) than dads fjr1300 which is the same age.
I tend to wash mine down every time it gets wet but then I quite enjoy cleaning it.
Go for a test ride and let your heart decide...
I tend to agree with the other replies on here. I use mine for commuting the 26 miles each way to work as often as I can. I find I am more eager to get out the house in the morning when I take the corsaro, even after 18 months of ownership! Only problem is I do find the day can drag at work when I see the morini parked outside the office, especially when it's sunny!
The 3 year warrenty really helped me make up my mind when I thought about a corsaro for commuting, and the dealer and factory support punches well above it's weight. That said the morini is a niche bike and so you shouldn't expect Honda reliability. Mine has been spot on since the '08 updates but there are bound to be the odd niggle along the way. Look after it and you shouldn't have any problems.
If the Morini is your only form of transport I'd have a few reservations about it's suitability when the weather is bad- I'd rather take the car or a faired bike in heavy rain (wimp!) and in the snow... I don't much fancy 140 odd horsepower! The corsaro is manageable on slippy roads but you do have to treat it with respect.
Quality wise mine still looks good as new, the odd patch here and there but no worse (actually better) than dads fjr1300 which is the same age.
I tend to wash mine down every time it gets wet but then I quite enjoy cleaning it.
Go for a test ride and let your heart decide...