i drive the new gsxr 1000 had an r6 before that...love to bike around on weekends of course when the weather is good. buying new bike in jan 08.. its either yamaha ri or new gsxr 1000 when it comes out...
2007-12-17 04:24:41 · 20 answers · asked by Ang/Mike Limerick Driving School 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
All the modern litre bikes are amazing pieces of machinery. I'm sure which ever one you go for you will be happy. Personally i have grown quite fond of the CBRRRR1000RRRR. It seems to have a more light-weight, sporty look to it (especially the rear end). Also it must be a decent bike considering it was the winning bike in the 2007 WSBK championship with good 'ol JT on it!!
Just another idea, have you considered the Triumph Daytona?? Designed and built with road racing (Isle of Man, North West 200) in mind making it an awsome bike which is ideal for the somewhat bumpy roads you might find on a B-road blast.
Whatever you end up riding I wish you all the perfect conditions that are needed to create the ultimate riding experience (ie not a harley!)
2007-12-17 08:24:58 · answer #1 · answered by theearlof87 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Well, if it is a choice between the two, I'd go with the Yamaha R1. The Gix is just a little too run of the mill these days - everybody has one.
Plus, I think the R1 is a better combination of handling and comfort. I have ridden both bikes, and find the Yammer to be a better bike to do distance. I know a gal that did an Iron Butt Saddle Sore 1000 on one (1000 miles in 24 hours)
2007-12-17 10:44:19 · answer #2 · answered by CafeTBird 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Its up to you as you`ll be the one riding it. As you`ve had experience with both bikes, you should be aware of the pros and cons of each of the bikes old models. Book a test ride at both your local Yamaha and Suzie dealers and see which you think rides the best. I potter around these days on a huge BMW 1200 GS Adventure, more for practicality than anything else, but used to ride super sports, and got to say I do like the look of the new Gsxr 1000. Black frame,etc looks awesome. happy riding.
2007-12-17 04:33:30 · answer #3 · answered by mokiemagic 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Both bikes are great, and I have ridden models of both, both are a lot quicker than me though but I have found the Gixer to be more comfortable.
If I had to choose it would be very difficult as I like them both.
But what suits you is important, get a test ride if you can and see what the best deal you can get for yourself.
Don't forget to haggle though, when my wife got her new bike a couple of years ago I haggled £1100 of the price and a new helmet.
2007-12-17 20:09:50 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hey Gixx above - sorry but James Toseland won THE championship, relevant to these bikes, as in the World Superbike title. Ben won one of the many domestic versions in existence around the world. That is not demeaning his achievement in any way but it is still a second level championship on a global level, just as the British, Japanese, German and other Superbike championships are.
2007-12-17 10:20:50 · answer #5 · answered by ShuggieMac 5 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Although my 600 Fazer is really fantasatic, I'm still thinking about a couple of years savings going on an either brand new, or just about run in, Triumph T955i.
2007-12-17 04:52:18 · answer #6 · answered by DanRSN 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
mines a Honda Pan European, totally different bike in style etc but you wont get better
2007-12-18 06:51:38 · answer #7 · answered by dermotsuks 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i ride a gsx-r1000 but the new cbr 1000 is going to
be hard to beat in wsbk.
2007-12-17 09:20:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Years ago I used to ride my Velocette 500 Clubman.
2007-12-17 04:34:15 · answer #9 · answered by EnglishDenis 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
I would prefer a ZX10,but go for the yam.better build quality.
2007-12-17 10:35:45 · answer #10 · answered by Ninky Nonk---In The Night Garden 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋