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Would this be a stupid first bike?
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I'll avoid it and take the advice. After reading a few reviews, it seems track orientated 90%. Which I can't imagine is wise for a first timer.
What's the difference between a CBR600F and a CBR600F (sport)?
Would the sport be an unwise decision. I found this nice bike local to me, seems a good deal.
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/cbr-600-fs-for-sale/101157937
What's the difference between a CBR600F and a CBR600F (sport)?
Would the sport be an unwise decision. I found this nice bike local to me, seems a good deal.
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/cbr-600-fs-for-sale/101157937
I'm led to believe its not just about top speed. They all do 140mph+. Which will do more than kill you.
Gear changes, sharper handling, more lean etc. I don't think jumping on a track bike would be that smart as a novice rider. I've grown attached to my limbs over the years, no pun intended!
I'd imagine it'd be like jumping into a Lamborghini after passing your driving test, yes it will only go as fast as you push the pedal, but your a lot more likely to mangle it.
Please someone correct me if I'm wrong as I'd love a ZX6-R
Thanks for all the advice, especially the differences on the f sport.
It's costing me an extra 400 quid to insure the f sport over the standard, I will also be carrying a pillion, so the better seat on the f seems like the better option. Easier for a beginner, better seat and cheaper insurance.
Would a thundercat be a good buy? Is it similar to the 600f?
Is this a good buy? http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/honda-cbr600f-excellent-condition/105492287
Cheers again! My budget is £2k btw.
It's costing me an extra 400 quid to insure the f sport over the standard, I will also be carrying a pillion, so the better seat on the f seems like the better option. Easier for a beginner, better seat and cheaper insurance.
Would a thundercat be a good buy? Is it similar to the 600f?
Is this a good buy? http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/honda-cbr600f-excellent-condition/105492287
Cheers again! My budget is £2k btw.
Good enough for me. Cheers!
Your pillion will thank you for the better seat.
She's got a fat arse, so she most definitely will haha! So what year should I be aiming for? Any major changes or must haves on later models like fuel injection?
£2k enough for a decent first bike or should I save a bit more?
I used to have a CBR600F. Used it for daily commute, and ride outs with mates at the weekend. All round good design, engine is bullet proof, and can be ridden as slow or hard as you like.
Cost me ~ £200 tpft insurance including legal cover, saying that I was over 30 when I had it
£550 for me... I'm 22 pfft! I get a third off train tickets, so has its advantages!
I literally have that exact same bike and other than the fact it's a little quiet it's been great. Seat is quite comfy, good mpg, pretty quick when pushed, handles really well now she's got new tyres on her and looks great in black imo.
edit: also I paid 2.2k for mine so that's a good deal
Excellent, thanks for the advice. Is yours an 01?
Sorry, I don't know any bike speak yet? Carberators? Carbs? Fx/fy? Fox?
Is there an advantage for looking for an 01 over an 00 plate?
Personally, I don't understand why they let learners on anything bigger than a 125. They didn't in my day (now I feel old
It's also a nice feeling and gives you something to look forward to going from something relatively small to something with a bit more power. Always used to make me smile when I got a bigger bike
Do you mean besides learning on a 500CC and passing both tests on a 500C? Surely that's enough to be granted access to big bikes? It's not like I'm learning I'm sitting my test on a 125cc.
Will the 600f be more beginner friendly than the 600fs? I much prefer the looks of the fs. However the comfier seat appeals.
I've passed my mod1 and at test standard and ready for mod2 just waiting on good date within the next month or so.
I've also got the cash waiting. This is why I'm now looking, I was the same.
I like the look of the thundercat. Seems to get good reviews and was recommended by my instructor.
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/yamaha-yzf-600-r-thundercat/109325773
Thoughts?
I've passed my mod1 and at test standard and ready for mod2 just waiting on good date within the next month or so.
I've also got the cash waiting. This is why I'm now looking, I was the same.
I like the look of the thundercat. Seems to get good reviews and was recommended by my instructor.
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/yamaha-yzf-600-r-thundercat/109325773
Thoughts?
Exactly... A Lamborghini won't drive the same as a corsa or a fiesta. It's not just speed.
I think it's safe to say I'd be unnecessarily risking injury jumping onto a track bred bike as my first.
I'm off to see this on Sunday afternoon, seems a great deal to me and a nice enough looking bike. They're a bit cheaper than the Hondas and I've been told that's simply down to the badge, not the bike. MCN also gives it a good write up and looks comfy for two.
Here it is.
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/yamaha-yzf-600-r-thundercat/109325773
Taking my riding instructor with me, he's going to look it over and test it out. I wouldn't have a clue what to look for.
Doesn't get as good a review as either the 600f or thundercat.
Definitely. You just need to watch the moto GP to realise how crap you are. My knees get no where near the tarmac haha.
Sounds as if it was broken haha.
Went to view a black 1998 thundercat today. 12k on the clock and took my instructor along. He confirmed it was mechanically fine.
There is a few scuffs on the plastic and a bit of surface rust round some of the bits and bobs. This puts me off a little.
It's been kept in a garage and the owner seemed a nice sensible guy. It's listed at £1700.
Thoughts or advice please?
There is a few scuffs on the plastic and a bit of surface rust round some of the bits and bobs. This puts me off a little.
It's been kept in a garage and the owner seemed a nice sensible guy. It's listed at £1700.
Thoughts or advice please?
I agree. What would you say would be a sensible offer to make on said bike. 1998, few scuffs, needs MOT. Aftermarket exhaust however and comes with original.