Thinking of buying a Burgman?

I have noticed that a number of people have an interest in purchasing a scooter/motorcycle and I was thinking that I would attempt to give them some food for thought and my experience with my new 12004 Burgman 400. Maybe some of you have some information that you would like to pass along as well.

I purchased my Bergman 400 on Sept 11th. Yesterday, 13 days later, I got my 1,000 km. (600 mile) service. The Burger has been a lot of fun and has been problem free and lived up to my expectations of what I was purchasing. The Burger has a good amount of power; it cruises well on the highway at 110 kph (68 mph) to 120 kph (75 mph) and is great to manoeuvre in the city. I don’t know how well the Burger will perform with two up in the mountains, we will see. At 1,000 km. (600 miles) the Burger is performing much better than it did out of the box, a lot more pep. I have had it up to 142 kph (88 mph).

Better than 50% of my riding has been on the highway/freeway/secondary roads, my last 3 tanks of gas have given me 24.9 km. to a litre, 58.6 mpg (U.S. Gallon) and 70.4 mpg (Imperial). I have been using Chevron 94 octane.

For those of you considering buying a Burger, both bikes are great. When considering the purchase of a Burger you may want to consider some additional costs. In most provinces, states and countries you are required to have an endorsement on your driver’s license to operate a motorcycle. There is the cost of a motorcycle-driving course (optional) and driver’s license endorsement costs. Add motorcycle Insurance and licensing fee for the bike.

Now that you have purchased Burgman, completed your course, got your drivers license endorsement, purchased your license plates and insured your Burger there are a few other things that you will need. You will most likely require a helmet depending on the local laws and how much you care about your melon, a pair of gloves, a jacket, pants and boots. Riding gear is important especially if you have a spill on the roadway, riding gear is easier to replace then skin and bone and a lot less expensive.

Then there is the fun stuff, a Givi windshield, a Givi top case, new exhaust system, stereo/CB/2 way communications system etc.

Well, at least I now know where my money has gone over the past two weeks. Just remember that motorcycling is a sport and sporting activities cost $$$$$. I don’t regret spending the money as the Burger has provided a lot of enjoyment, a new adventure and the opportunity to meet new people.

Cheers Al