My new motorcycle!

[thoro86]

it looks cool on that picture..reminds me of my bike back then

 

[WisMan]

i really liked the Yamaha R6's but 10k is a little out of my price range.

 

[CombatChuk]

Originally posted by: WisMan
i really liked the Yamaha R6's but 10k is a little out of my price range.

The bike you have is much better suited for the street. Besides I'd feel cheated buying a new R6 since Yamaha originally claimed a redline of 17,500RPM (It ended being around 16,500). Even at a 16,500 rpm when would you be able to wind it out on the street?

 

[MikeMike]

Originally posted by: CombatChuk

Originally posted by: WisMan
i really liked the Yamaha R6's but 10k is a little out of my price range.

The bike you have is much better suited for the street. Besides I'd feel cheated buying a new R6 since Yamaha originally claimed a redline of 17,500RPM (It ended being around 16,500). Even at a 16,500 rpm when would you be able to wind it out on the street?

and well, we dont want another super squid on our hands.

 

[Fenixgoon]

Originally posted by: MIKEMIKE

Originally posted by: CombatChuk

Originally posted by: WisMan
i really liked the Yamaha R6's but 10k is a little out of my price range.

The bike you have is much better suited for the street. Besides I'd feel cheated buying a new R6 since Yamaha originally claimed a redline of 17,500RPM (It ended being around 16,500). Even at a 16,500 rpm when would you be able to wind it out on the street?

and well, we dont want another super squid on our hands.

the YZF 600R is a toned down R6, meant for street riding more or less, i believe

 

[WisMan]

Originally posted by: Fenixgoon

Originally posted by: MIKEMIKE

Originally posted by: CombatChuk

Originally posted by: WisMan
i really liked the Yamaha R6's but 10k is a little out of my price range.

The bike you have is much better suited for the street. Besides I'd feel cheated buying a new R6 since Yamaha originally claimed a redline of 17,500RPM (It ended being around 16,500). Even at a 16,500 rpm when would you be able to wind it out on the street?

and well, we dont want another super squid on our hands.

the YZF 600R is a toned down R6, meant for street riding more or less, i believe

Yeah, but the YZF 600R doesn't look nearly as sweet as the R6.

 

[BW86]

awesome bike :thumbsup:

 

[Fenixgoon]

Originally posted by: WisMan

Originally posted by: Fenixgoon

Originally posted by: MIKEMIKE

Originally posted by: CombatChuk

Originally posted by: WisMan
i really liked the Yamaha R6's but 10k is a little out of my price range.

The bike you have is much better suited for the street. Besides I'd feel cheated buying a new R6 since Yamaha originally claimed a redline of 17,500RPM (It ended being around 16,500). Even at a 16,500 rpm when would you be able to wind it out on the street?

and well, we dont want another super squid on our hands.

the YZF 600R is a toned down R6, meant for street riding more or less, i believe

Yeah, but the YZF 600R doesn't look nearly as sweet as the R6.

i know but for all practical purposes, the 600R is my dream bike

 

[boyRacer]

i'd like to see how many people in this thread that are giving him advice actually own a freaking bike. lol.

 

[jagec]

Originally posted by: CombatChuk

Originally posted by: WisMan
i really liked the Yamaha R6's but 10k is a little out of my price range.

The bike you have is much better suited for the street. Besides I'd feel cheated buying a new R6 since Yamaha originally claimed a redline of 17,500RPM (It ended being around 16,500). Even at a 16,500 rpm when would you be able to wind it out on the street?

Once, in first gear, on the freeway onramps, with no cops and no traffic in nice weather. That's about it

 

[Kelvrick]

Originally posted by: bR
i'd like to see how many people in this thread that are giving him advice actually own a freaking bike. lol.

See my posts above with pictars.

Zixxer does too for sure.

 

[loic2003]

One bike that hasn't seen a mention yet (unless I missed it) is the new Triumph Daytona 675. It's a triple cylinder which means in terms of power & torque bands it's midway between a twin and four. It's got plenty of low end grunt which makes it more forgiving, for example if you've accidentally short-shifted into a corner, instead of having to slam it down a gear or lose it you can just open her up and it'll pull you through. The power comes lower down than an I4, so regular riding doesn't involve ragging the engine so much.
Nice and light too at ~160Kg.

Reviews are looking good for reliability, and a couple of friends of mine just returned from France with a couple and enjoyed the experience. The only issue is that it really is a sports bike and your natural position is very much over the front wheel. You're pretty much guaranteed a bad back and wrists within an hour or so on the motorway.

oh and zixxer: advising someone to set about their bike with a fvcking dremel days after taking it out the showroom is a *really* dumbass thing to do. Maybe advise going for a 3rd party tail-tidy instead so that the original can be replaced when it comes to selling it would be preferable?
Also, surely 'modding' your bike is a squidish thing to do, no?

 

[Triumph]

Originally posted by: loic2003


Reviews are looking good for reliability, and a couple of friends of mine just returned from France with a couple and enjoyed the experience. The only issue is that it really is a sports bike and your natural position is very much over the front wheel. You're pretty much guaranteed a bad back and wrists within an hour or so on the motorway.

Pussy! You're not supposed to put your weight on your wrists, you're supposed to hold yourself up with your back. And your back muscles will adjust after a few good rides. Sport bike positions are actually better for your back. When leaned over, your back acts as a spring over bumps, whereas with an upright seating position, impacts go directly up your spine.

 

[CombatChuk]

Originally posted by: bR
i'd like to see how many people in this thread that are giving him advice actually own a freaking bike. lol.

See a few posts above

 

[CombatChuk]

Originally posted by: Kelvrick

Originally posted by: Fenixgoon
Yamaha YZF series >>> *

with pics!!!


YZF 600R sport/tourer

YZF R6 Sportbike

YZF R1 = ultimate hawtness:Q:Q

I love my thundercat, but I'm afraid I just turned traitor and picked up a 600rr.

I forgot to mention it, but sweet new bike.

 

[malbojah]

Originally posted by: Journer
imho...i think it was possibly the worst decision for a first bike...

3) you're going to be REALLY pissed when (yes when) you drop it


anywho...its a sweet looking bike....have fun and ride safe

If / when he does drop it, he'll be thankful that replacement plastics for the thing are CHEAP

<<-- had to replace the right side fairings when I drop one at the stealership, only cost 200 for the right side and tail section

 

[Tylanner]

this thing is kick ass

 

[VanTheMan]

Originally posted by: KLin
Please don't do this.

sigh... idiot

 

[VanTheMan]

Nice bike OP. Ride smart... don't try to be doing wheelies and stoppies unless you're ready to buy a new bike.

 

[RelaxTheMind]

eyes are set on a used r6

 

[mchammer]

Wow, this makes PC hobby look cheap.

 

[WisMan]

Originally posted by: mchammer
Wow, this makes PC hobby look cheap.

Yeah, it sucks having both hobbies.

 

[jagec]

Originally posted by: mchammer
Wow, this makes PC hobby look cheap.

Motorcycling can be darn cheap if you don't buy new sport bikes.

I have an air-cooled standard that's as old as I am. Dead reliable, 50MPG, $1000 cash to buy it, $200/year to insure it. Gear is a one-time purchase; I probably spent $500 or so for a helmet, jacket, pants, gloves, and boots (granted, not motorcycle-specific boots). Of course, I'm sure the OP's bike is MUCH more fun to ride, but mine is still enjoyable, and makes a great commuter.

 

[Mellman]

Originally posted by: Fenixgoon
Yamaha YZF series >>> *

with pics!!!


YZF 600R sport/tourer

YZF R6 Sportbike

YZF R1 = ultimate hawtness:Q:Q

finally someone in here who i can agree with...

other than the boots comments...the OP needs gear, or else he'll have stubs to "walk" on...c'mon i can see your skin with your feet up, and a guy i know...well lets just say the doctor told him he woulda been better off riding naked than with the jeans on because he had to pull so much denim out of his legs...

I ride in a leather jacket and joe rocket alter ego pants every time i ride...period. Geting some speedmaster pants for when im not running an errand.

 

[WisMan]

Yeah, my baby is a blast to ride! Put almost 50 miles on her today, which isn't alot, but considering i first rode a motorcycle yesterday i am quite pleased with that.