tdog 0 #1 June 30, 2006 Have any of you ridden the 2006 YZF-R6 with the fly by wire throttle and new design? I have a 2000 Honda CBR600F4 - the year BEFORE fuel injection.... I love it... I have not wanted to spend money on a new bike... But some little bug has got into me and I am looking... I am thinking of either the R6 - or the Honda CBR600RR - but since I ride sometimes with Hooknswoop I don't want to copy his ride. Just kidding - actually, I thought it might be nice to try something else out - and I am not a Kawi or Suzuki fan, not that I have anything wrong with them.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Armour666 0 #2 July 1, 2006 I took the RR for a test ride the other night and loved it much more tighter suspension very responsives loved it .I previously had a 600F2SO this one time at band camp..... "Of all the things I've lost I miss my mind the most." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #3 July 1, 2006 Take different bikes out for test rides and get a feel for them. You might really like one over the other. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchYourStep 0 #4 July 1, 2006 If you are wanting to do more stunting than riding I'd go with the RR otherwise I'd go with the R6. "You start off your skydiving career with a bag full of luck and an empty bag of experience. The trick is to fill the bag of experience up before your bag of luck runs out." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
11.5secman 0 #5 July 1, 2006 why not step up a notch go for a gsx-r 750 love mine...and for the record its 11.0 now Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tdog 0 #6 July 1, 2006 QuoteTake different bikes out for test rides and get a feel for them. You might really like one over the other. Now that would make sense... When I got my CBR600F4 - I had about 1 motorcycle training class and 1 hour of driving my friends F3 in a parking lot and side streets in experience... So, I purchased it on recommendations, and because I liked my friends F3 and the F4 turned out to be much better... Thank god the first 500 miles I had to keep the RPMs down, because that is how I learned to ride. And - I pretty much was told by the dealer that test rides were not part of their MO on sport bikes when I asked... So, now that I have about twenty thousand miles under my belt, I guess I might be a little more trustworthy to ask for a test drive. What are your experiences in test riding bikes??? Do they normally have a loaner on the floor that people can take for an hour or so - or what? I just never have seen anyone test ride a bike from all my trips to the dealers... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle7 0 #7 July 1, 2006 I do not know why but I found that the fuel injected bikes I have ridden (R6 and GSXR 600) are gas guzzlers compared to my YZF600. I asked two motorcyle dealers and they said that the fuel injected bikes use more gas. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tdog 0 #8 July 1, 2006 QuoteI do not know why but I found that the fuel injected bikes I have ridden (R6 and GSXR 600) are gas guzzlers compared to my YZF600. I asked two motorcyle dealers and they said that the fuel injected bikes use more gas. When I first got my F4 - $4.50 would fill her up... I just spent $15 the last time I went to the station... Wow, how things changed in a few years... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hooknswoop 19 #9 July 1, 2006 Canyon carving Sunday? I just installed some new Pazzo brake and clutch levers and a Accumen gear indicator. Derek Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BirdWoman 0 #10 July 1, 2006 Hey Trav- I'm partial to my Suzuki GSXR. If you want to try it some day let me know and I'll meet you up there somewhere and we can go for a ride. "I don't know where it is that I'm going, but wherever it is there I'll be!" --quoted by me Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #11 July 1, 2006 I would never consider buying a bike without a road test first.... Clearly, it's easier for the dealer on second hand bikes, but they should always be able to get you a demo from their supplier... or I'd go elsewhere. . (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zee 0 #12 July 1, 2006 QuoteI do not know why but I found that the fuel injected bikes I have ridden (R6 and GSXR 600) are gas guzzlers compared to my YZF600. I asked two motorcyle dealers and they said that the fuel injected bikes use more gas. Depends - fuel injected bikes have a much greater ability to keep an even air/fuel ratio than carbureted motorcycles do. Even more so if you live or ride at higher elevations since the ECU can compensate for changes in atmosphere. Fuel Injected bikes often run rich from the factory but, a Power Commander with a custom map will take care it for you. Peace, Z Action©Sports Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tdog 0 #13 July 1, 2006 QuoteCanyon carving Sunday? I just installed some new Pazzo brake and clutch levers and a Accumen gear indicator. Derek It appears I am playing AFF instructor on Sunday - but maybe after dinner or late afternoon... Whatcha doing the 4th or Monday? Any other Colorado folk out there are welcome too... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pleifer 0 #14 July 1, 2006 When my Triumph Sprint was in for its first service/ check up... The owner told me to go ride some bikes as would take a couple hours.... So, I grabed his Daytona 675If I were looking for a .6 liter bike (600cc) I would get the Triumph, but the 600rr and R6 are both excellent bikes _________________________________________ The Angel of Duh has spoke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
downwardspiral 0 #15 July 1, 2006 QuoteI do not know why but I found that the fuel injected bikes I have ridden (R6 and GSXR 600) are gas guzzlers compared to my YZF600. I asked two motorcyle dealers and they said that the fuel injected bikes use more gas. I have a 2003 YZF600R and absolutely love it for its comfort. It still has a lot of get up and go especially in the higher RPMs. Makes me wonder... do I really want to upgrade to a R1 for my next bike. Hell yes I do! What kind of mileage does yours get? Mine gets 40-45 mpg in the city, 55-60 on the freeway as long as I'm behind the windshield.www.FourWheelerHB.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eagle7 0 #16 July 2, 2006 I got a 2001 and it gets about the same mileage. They are a lot more comfortable than the R6....but the R6 defintely looks cooler. Good luck with the R1. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelpdiver 2 #17 July 2, 2006 Quote What are your experiences in test riding bikes??? Do they normally have a loaner on the floor that people can take for an hour or so - or what? I just never have seen anyone test ride a bike from all my trips to the dealers... From the big 4 of Japan - good luck. It's extremely rare that a dealer will do it. Bike shows are a maybe. One reason I bought two BMWs and a Triumph. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #18 July 2, 2006 here in Oz almost all dealers have DemosYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #19 July 3, 2006 Yeah try asking for a test ride on a new 'Busa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sickandtwisted 0 #20 July 3, 2006 QuoteDepends - fuel injected bikes have a much greater ability to keep an even air/fuel ratio than carbureted motorcycles do. Even more so if you live or ride at higher elevations since the ECU can compensate for changes in atmosphere. Fuel Injected bikes often run rich from the factory but, a Power Commander with a custom map will take care it for you. True. Also, you will need the Power Commander if you replace the exhaust system. I Georgia it is hard to find a motorcycle dealer that will allow a test ride on a street bike. But if you do a little shopping on Cycletrader.com you may find a few that will let you test ride. I am partial to the Honda even though I also like the Suzuki, Kawasaki, & Yamaha. I prefer the CBR600F4I. You can get them cheaper than a RR even after replacing the exhaust & adding a Power Commander. If you request the exhaust with the high mount, the ground clearance is almost the same. I like the sound of the Two Brothers. My favorite 600 was a 2004 F4I with Two brothers.Skymama stalker #69!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
