GSXR or R6 or CBR 600 for first BIKE?
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I have heard 600cc sports bikes and first timers is asking for trouble...
Check out the new ninja 250... thats what Ill be doing... Nice bike, some people say they want the extra power but the 250 is the only bike some people ride after years and years, and some that start and then upgrade regret it (loss of handling).
But if you go used ($2000's for a nice looking bike) you only loose about $200's if you dont damage it, when you resale it...
Thats a pretty cheap rental fee for a month or two, then you can consider the move on up to 600cc bike or a newer 250...
Also, consider the ninja 500...
I have heard at speed it still has good manuverabiliy like the 250, but just doesnt handle as well at low speeds (parking lot and other slow speed manuevers)...
That would have a bit more power and a better power band for a longer term bike...
I plan to get the 08 ninja and keep it for a good long while, I dont need the urge to use 600cc's of bike...
I dont need a bike that gets over FAST freeway speeds, in first gear.
I have heard 600cc sports bikes and first timers is asking for trouble...
Check out the new ninja 250... thats what Ill be doing... Nice bike, some people say they want the extra power but the 250 is the only bike some people ride after years and years, and some that start and then upgrade regret it (loss of handling).
But if you go used ($2000's for a nice looking bike) you only loose about $200's if you dont damage it, when you resale it...
Thats a pretty cheap rental fee for a month or two, then you can consider the move on up to 600cc bike or a newer 250...
Also, consider the ninja 500...
I have heard at speed it still has good manuverabiliy like the 250, but just doesnt handle as well at low speeds (parking lot and other slow speed manuevers)...
That would have a bit more power and a better power band for a longer term bike...
I plan to get the 08 ninja and keep it for a good long while, I dont need the urge to use 600cc's of bike...
I dont need a bike that gets over FAST freeway speeds, in first gear.
Check out the Suzuki GS500F as well.. I love mine
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·ya
That suzuki is also nice looking...
But if you do go with a 600cc bike just be SUPER careful and get one that isnt a race replica like the ZX-6 or anything with clip-ons etc...
The ninja 650 for example...
But I still say ninja 250, ninja 500 or perhaps the suzuki...
Right now on kawi's site the pics are all of the redesigned ninja 250, and on ninja250.org they have an entire section dedicated to it...
I can barely tell the difference in pictures of it and the ZX-10, totally redone, some internal (engine has better low end and mid end power, larger tires, new suspension, better brakes) but the fairing, windshield, headlight... total redesign... Looks awesome...
I have heard it cruises fine at freeway speeds... and is way more nimble then larger bikes...
I think ninja250.org is all you need to convince you... I was convinced that the 250 wouldnt be enough power but their are tons of guys on that website group that have been riding one for a long time.
That suzuki is also nice looking...
But if you do go with a 600cc bike just be SUPER careful and get one that isnt a race replica like the ZX-6 or anything with clip-ons etc...
The ninja 650 for example...
But I still say ninja 250, ninja 500 or perhaps the suzuki...
Right now on kawi's site the pics are all of the redesigned ninja 250, and on ninja250.org they have an entire section dedicated to it...
I can barely tell the difference in pictures of it and the ZX-10, totally redone, some internal (engine has better low end and mid end power, larger tires, new suspension, better brakes) but the fairing, windshield, headlight... total redesign... Looks awesome...
I have heard it cruises fine at freeway speeds... and is way more nimble then larger bikes...
I think ninja250.org is all you need to convince you... I was convinced that the 250 wouldnt be enough power but their are tons of guys on that website group that have been riding one for a long time.
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You will be fine on a 600 if you respect it. The min. you let your guard down thats when it will bite you. You just have to know your limitations and stay within them. Ge used to the bike before trying to use all the power. If your friends call you a ***** for not toping it, well **** it you are still alive. I like suzuki so I would have to say the gixxer.
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I agree, you can get a 600 just respect and ride within your abilities.
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im getting my 1st bike some time soon..i've already made up my mind of the gsxr600, hope this helps!
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Dragonbuster please stay outta the canyons until you get some experience, I've known to o many ppl who have died there who were what we call experienced riders.
I know tons of people who started with a 600 sport bike.
That being said, I can't think of any of them off-hand who didn't wreck it.
I know this one guy, 300+ pounds, 6' 4", rides on 07 Ninja 250 and does just fine. He does have to wind it out and drop the clutch to lift the front up though. He's very, very hard on it. Hasn't had any problems with it either until he blew the head gasket about a month ago. It's hilarious to see to see this giant fat dude on this itty-bitty bike. Looks like a normal person on a scooter. In fact, the first time I saw him on it, I only saw it from behind and from the look (and sound) I could have sworn it WAS a scooter.
But, as big as he is, and as hard as he is on it, he has NEVER laid it down.
My R6, once you hit about 8, 9krpm (rev's to 16.5), you had damn well better have your sh!t straight and know what you're doing because things become very violent, VERY QUICKLY. It sneaks up on you too. It is such a turd at low RPM's (no torque so you use lots of throttle and VERY close gears), and it revs so quick, things happen sooooo fast. Faster than you can say "HOLY ****!" you are on the fender looking at nothing but sky.
I would never, ever, recommend a modern 600 sport bike to a first time rider. I would sooner hand them a loaded gun.
I would take a look at the Bandits. Even the new 1250's. They doing almost everything very well and make great bikes that you can grow with for a loooong time. Personally, I would suggest a Bandit 600 to any first timer. I put 10x as many miles on my Bandit 1200 than my R6 too.
That being said, I can't think of any of them off-hand who didn't wreck it.
I know this one guy, 300+ pounds, 6' 4", rides on 07 Ninja 250 and does just fine. He does have to wind it out and drop the clutch to lift the front up though. He's very, very hard on it. Hasn't had any problems with it either until he blew the head gasket about a month ago. It's hilarious to see to see this giant fat dude on this itty-bitty bike. Looks like a normal person on a scooter. In fact, the first time I saw him on it, I only saw it from behind and from the look (and sound) I could have sworn it WAS a scooter.
But, as big as he is, and as hard as he is on it, he has NEVER laid it down.
My R6, once you hit about 8, 9krpm (rev's to 16.5), you had damn well better have your sh!t straight and know what you're doing because things become very violent, VERY QUICKLY. It sneaks up on you too. It is such a turd at low RPM's (no torque so you use lots of throttle and VERY close gears), and it revs so quick, things happen sooooo fast. Faster than you can say "HOLY ****!" you are on the fender looking at nothing but sky.
I would never, ever, recommend a modern 600 sport bike to a first time rider. I would sooner hand them a loaded gun.
I would take a look at the Bandits. Even the new 1250's. They doing almost everything very well and make great bikes that you can grow with for a loooong time. Personally, I would suggest a Bandit 600 to any first timer. I put 10x as many miles on my Bandit 1200 than my R6 too.
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Sorry to bump an old post, but it's really bothersome when Kawasaki puts up pictures of their lower end bikes (250, 500, 650) and only have females riding them. Gives you no perspective of how you might fit on the bike (yes, I know you should go to a dealer and sit on a bike).
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·respect the bike and the respect shall be returned, same goes for disrespect tho, so be careful, but it can be done
Check out the Suzuki GS500F as well.. I love mine
I just got my gs500 on Saturday and I can already say that I love it!
but for a first time rider, i would not recommend anything above a 500. You need something that can get up to highway speed quick, but not something that's gonna get you into trouble.
you know, you might want to take a look at a honda cbr 600 f4i. Thats a 600 sport bike, but with a bit less power than a 600rr, r6, or gixxer6 so it could be just what your looking for. personally I would stay away from a 250cc bike itll get old quick, especially if you plan on ever using a highway. just my .02
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