1st bike. CBR600f or R6? is there anything else i shud look at?

Question

Ive looked at insurance quotes for both the honda and yamaha so i know the R6 is cheaper to insure. im looking for comfort as well as excitement as my girlfriend follows me everywhere!
All advice wanted.... please!

Answer 1

I know for a fact that before you post a question on Answers, you are given a list of similar questions that have already been asked so we don't have to answer the same damn thing every single day.

I believe you missed that little gem of technology before you posted, no?

Here's your answer: NEITHER ONE. Get something that a newbie can handle easier, like a Ninja 500F or SV650. Newbies will not be racing, popping wheelies, quick shifting, redlining or knee dragging unless they are milliseconds from hitting the asphalt.

You will need to know how to shift, brake with both your hand and foot, shift your weight properly and modulate the throttle SIMULTANEOUSLY before you look into a supersport motorcycle. Not just knowing how to do so from a book or a class, you need to have these actions down to a subconscious level. Anything less will have your attention drawn to the bike instead of your situation, and motorcycling requires your FULL attention.

If you are serious about learning to ride, you need to understand that it will take years to become proficient at even basic operation. When braking hard right before a corner, blipping the throttle for each downshift and letting the suspension settle before shifting your weight off the bike while trail braking into the apex becomes second nature, THEN you could start looking at a CBR, R6, Gixxer, whatever.

You want your first bike, not your last.

Answer 2

Well the R6 doesn't have a grab rail and it has stepped racing seat so your gf will appreciate it less than the CBR. The reason the CBR is more expensive to insure is because of theft. The R6 is still going to be a risk in that respect tho - and its also a lot nuttier.

The CBR will have comfort and reliability going for it.
You might want to consider an SV650 but it may lack a bit of go for passenger riding. The CBR will be more powerful and also not as peaky as the R6 and this may be another fctor that makes it more comfortable riding 2 up.

As for other bikes you could consider the thundercat from Yamaha or the older ZX6 from kawasaki. They'll offer sportiness and comfort.

http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/kawasaki/kawasaki_zx636%2002.htm

http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/model/yamaha/yamaha_yzf600r%2005.htm

Have fun!

Answer 3

Although the r6 has it's die-hard fans I'd go with the cbr6, I'm just buying my third 1 in the new year (not because I've dropped my others i just bought newer ones) and cannot fault them they are easy to ride, comfortable and very low maintenance, over the last three years I've spent about £400 on servicing, mots and tyres (4 tyres over the 3 years (tyres cost the money on bikes)) only thing that let me down was a battery after the bike was stood for a while.
I started of with a 1990 version which i thought was brilliant and instantly regretted selling it so bought a 1995 version which is unbelievable better ( quicker, lighter and more economical(160-180 miles on a full tank if i take it easy)) but i was recently offered a friends 2002 fox-eye version (which is lighter and quicker again) which I'm now buying and my current bike is up for sale, Honda are well known for there reliability and seem to hold there value quite well as well, but buy carefully there are a few dodgy ones about, so have a good look over whatever you buy and if you have any doubt then walk away, a friend of mine bought an imaculate cbr6rr, only to find at mot time that the frame was bent and the bike was a write off, always best to take someone with you to check the bike over before you buy, also worth doing a check on the bike (hpi check) as a lot are bought on finance and it'll give you any info if the bike has been in a serious collision.
Have fun with whatever you buy and ride safe.

Answer 4

The R6 is a superstreet race-waiting activity bike it incredibly is designed for experienced riders. Your weight and height are not a ingredient, your journey point is. The bike's perfect applications are a techniques outdoors your skill to regulate and the possibility is which you will stumble upon a topic or by twist of destiny reason a topic the place you will lose administration of the bike by using a mix of inexperience and bike power. the ingredient isn't which you suck or which you're a noob, etc. you'll be able to desire to purchase an R6 right this moment and a Busa in 2 years and a chairman Hoss in 5 and force each and each physique heavily and thoroughly and trip till you're a hundred. the ingredient is which you're including some possibility to an already risky subject and can be very attentive to that. So. My advice in this occasion is often this: evaluate paying for a used bike, something like a Suzuki SV650 or Ninja250/500 so as which you will discover the money for to insure it, drop it and get some plenty needed saddle time in the past you ultimately throw over on a bike it quite is designed to race with a sparkling know-how of what you're getting on. according to threat you will choose for you choose extra bags. according to threat you will choose for you choose a huge cruiser or according to threat the R1 will start to allure to you. besides, be secure and luxuriate interior the trip.

Answer 5

Hi fella. I started on a Yam Fazer 600 and after 12 months I was bored of it as it was not fast enough. Not in terms of speed, but did not have the get up and go I could have coped with then. I think I would have been a bit daunted by the sports 600 though, as they are more focused. Within 2 years of passing my test, I was on a Fireblade (at 23!) and then at 25 bought a new GSXR 1000. I am not afraid to admit that 2 years on, it is too much for me! If I was a newbie, so to speak, again and I had the choice, the CBR would be the choice without a doubt. Not only will it give you a more comfortable ride on longer journeys, it is more forgiving and the build quality is much better on Honda's.

Regarding previous posts about the fact that a 600 is too big for a 1st bike. I honestly believe in your general state of mind. If you are the kind of person that has self control, know your limits and are not likely to do something stupid, then a 600 is a perfectly reasonable 1st bike. If, however, (and you have to be true to yourself here!) you are a crazed speed nut and will risk anything for a quick thrill, I would advise working your way up the ranks and learn the art of Motorcycling more gently.

Whatever you choose though, please remember that they only go as fast as you ask them to!

Answer 6

Everyone (except the salesmen at the dealers) will probably tell you to start on a 250. They are DIRT cheap to start with, they get 60-70 mpg, and insurance is nothing. And after you put 5k miles on it they sell for $100 bucks under what you payed, it's almost stupid not to start on one. They are still decently fast too especially as your first bike.... get a Kawi 250, ride it for 2-3 months (hopefully you get your first lay down in while you are on that, cause it is gonna happen) thennnn...


Get the Kawi zx6r, it's torque is amazing and I can smoke ANY other 600 from the light and I can easily keep up with the bigger liter bikes. It's a bad *** bike, and the 03/04 models can be picked up for about $5000. The Kawi is the most comfortable too for your girl.

Answer 7

depends on a lot. i own a 2006 r6 and love it to death. i had a 2002 cbr 600 but honestly me being a smaller guy it was a bit uncomfortable, not that its much bigger but the seat alone is wider making me have to spread me legs a lot more to ride and wasn't to happy with it. but what the other guy said above. if this is going to be your first sport bike i advise to stay away from the R6 or a cbr 600f . i dont care what any one else says on this, but a 600 has a alot of power to a new rider and are very dangerous. you should be sure you wanna ride a sport bike to begin with. most people think they are very uncomfortable, and if you plan to ride alot i would suggest a sport tourning bike, more upright version of the sport bike. but do whatever floats the boat of yours good luck

Answer 8

As a first bike you should not be looking at these two. They may look the part but are too powerful and twitchy for a new rider. Get a bike that you will be able to use properly and then move up once you've done 10,000 miles in all weathers. You don't necessarily have to go for a smaller bike, as there are many 600-750cc machines that are user friendly, good fun, look good and will keep the GF happy.

Power ranger bikes are great, but only for those who know what they are doing, for new riders they are just plain dangerous.

Answer 9

I've got a thunderace (1000cc) and if were you I'd go for a Thundercat (600cc). Classed as a sports tourer = cheaper insurance than most sports class 600's. R1 blue spot brakes, pre R6 engine, loadsa power, you don't corner, the bike does it for you, loads of aftermarket parts to supe it up cheaply when needed. Need I say more?

Answer 10

Might sound strange but it depends on the type of person you are.If you are easily tempted to over do the throttle then buy something like the Suzuki sv 650 it's got good manners and not too much power, a good bike to gain experience on. If you can trust yourself to not over do things then a Kawasaki zx6r is an awesome bike loads of power,great handling and a comfy seat.But remember any bike will bite you if you miss treat it