Tried an R6 today... [Archive]

Maki

26th February 2009, 13:33

Hi, I just got my full licence so I am looking for a bigger bike than my 250. I rode a 600 for the first time today, a 2008 Yamaha R6 in red and white with around 5000km on it.

My impression was that I can handle the riding postion, it's not bad and it feels good in the twisties.

It rewards smoothness and it makes you look stupid if you are clumsy.

It goes like a rocket ship if you rev it up to 11.000 or so, which is all I would do since I did all my riding around town.

It gets very warm/hot if you ride slowly in stop and go traffic.

It sounds incredibly cool, vroom vroomm...

All in all a lovely bike.

Any one feel like giving comments, asking questions and or giving sage advice? :)

firefighter

26th February 2009, 13:56

My brother had a 2006 R6, iv'e ridden it a lot, loved it to death.....he upgraded to an R1.....

I miss the R6 - something about it I found more aesthetically pleasing....oh and I have'nt taken the R1 for a blat yet either.

If I had the cash i'd buy an R6 right now......

R6_kid

26th February 2009, 14:20

Go for it, just take it easy and don't disrespect it.

captain_andrey

26th February 2009, 15:17

Did they let you take it over haywards? I assume its the same R6 that I rode from TSS.
So you gonna take a CBR for a ride next?

Paul_C

26th February 2009, 21:34

My impression was that I can handle the riding postion, it's not bad and it feels good in the twisties.

Hey Mate,

How are you looking to use the bike? Sunday Ride? Commuter? Long Distance Tourer? Track Day Special?

I've got a VFR and even that leaves me feeling a bit sore around my wrists after a serious (Akld -> Palmie) ride. Maybe i'm just a nana, but having given some sport 600's a test, I think that if you were looking at doing serious K's on the bike you'd end up feeling a bit worse for wear and the 'feel good in the twisties' factor would wear off after 90kms of boring SH1.

If you're just kicking it around town, or taking it for a blat on a weekend/thursday avo fill your boots. It's the kinda bike i'd get if I wasn't doing big rides!

Mort

26th February 2009, 21:50

do it... they're a good bike.

Maki

26th February 2009, 22:00

Did they let you take it over haywards? I assume its the same R6 that I rode from TSS.
So you gonna take a CBR for a ride next?

Nah, it's at Wellington Motorcycles. I took it for a ride around town, inculding my usual commute.

It's weird but it for some reason it seems like it's standing still when moving at the pace of normal traffic and you have to look at the speedo to verify that it is actually moving... :shit:

I "had" to overtake a line of cars and it just happened, fast with no drama, loved it.

I normally only ride short distances so I think this bike would be a good choice, thanks to all who have contributed. I rode it for about 45 minutes with no discomfort at all.

captain_andrey

26th February 2009, 22:08

hehe, yeah its basically idling at motorway speeds isnt it? :)
So will I see you on the R6 next wednesday?

Maki

26th February 2009, 22:27

Possibly, it would be nice. I will try to make it next Wednesday regardless, it's fun on the 250 too.

Supermac Jr

27th February 2009, 07:55

Did they let you take it over haywards? I assume its the same R6 that I rode from TSS.
So you gonna take a CBR for a ride next?

CBR or a R6 - ahhh what a choice

Maki

27th February 2009, 09:03

CBR or a R6 - ahhh what a choice

Well, those and there is always the "big bang" 2009 Yamaha R1, hehehehe.

Seriously though after riding the R6 I question the mental health of those who ride around on 1000cc sportsbikes.

I used to have a car that I thought was pretty quick. It had 190hp. To have the same power to weight ratio as the R6 it would need to have 500+ horsepower. Fast bikes are another dimension, so pay close attention...

Mishy

27th February 2009, 14:42

:) only rode the 2009 R6 once, but WHAT A BIKE ! ! ! same as the 2008, and about as good as i think a 600 could be :)

Starky307

27th February 2009, 19:03

I brought a ZX6 in October, absolutely love it.
So nimble and nice to ride, does get boring on long straight roads, but then I always take the long windy way home now, just cuase I can and I enjoy it.

Grizzo

27th February 2009, 19:07

Good on ya, you lucky mulla fulla:2thumbsup. Cant wait to go test riding my next ride.

discotex

28th February 2009, 11:07

My only advice is to test ride the 675 and 600rr before you make your final decision.

If you think the R6 is fast up until 11k RPM they'll both blow you away.

Maki

2nd March 2009, 18:09

Thanks everyone. I will get my new R6 next week if all goes well, I can't wait.
:devil2:

captain_andrey

2nd March 2009, 18:14

Thanks everyone. I will get my new R6 next week if all goes well, I can't wait.
:devil2:

ooo what colour?

Maki

2nd March 2009, 18:18

Red and white.

http://www.yamaha-motor.com.au/motor/index.htm?model_cat.asp?modelcatid=12

Click on the R6 and then on the red.

carbonhed

2nd March 2009, 18:20

Thanks everyone. I will get my new R6 next week if all goes well, I can't wait.
:devil2:

Excellent news! Boy you'll have fun on that :niceone:

Maki

2nd March 2009, 18:22

The little test ride I took last week was about the best time I ever had with my clothes on. ;)

carbonhed

2nd March 2009, 18:36

The little test ride I took last week was about the best time I ever had with my clothes on. ;)

:yes: Yeah I know what you mean. You only have to look at the 600 sports bikes to see that they are beautifully fit for purpose... exploring the ragged edge between exhilaration and terror :2thumbsup

Harvd

2nd March 2009, 20:11

The little test ride I took last week was about the best time I ever had with my clothes on. ;)

and now you will be getting a whole lot more with them off 2 if the girls c u on that! wow jelously rising...

puddytat

2nd March 2009, 21:08

The little test ride I took last week was about the best time I ever had with my clothes on. ;)

Man at eleven grand she's only just gettin' into her sweet spot ....you wait till you get used to it!!:woohoo::gob:
And you got to do a trackday on her:yes:

discotex

2nd March 2009, 21:29

The little test ride I took last week was about the best time I ever had with my clothes on. ;)

Hahah you think that's fun? Wait till you get it to a trackday! :devil2:

Dr_seuss25

2nd March 2009, 21:45

Mate cant recommend the R6 enough. My 07 is a beaut and purrs like a kitten...growls like a Tiger at about 9000 :)
Mostly mine gets used on the commuter route which sucks but i let her out on weekends when i can.
Would love to do the Rimutakas on it so your quite lucky where you are. Plus you have all those long straights out the back of Martinborogh.

HungusMaximist

4th March 2009, 21:25

Red and white.

http://www.yamaha-motor.com.au/motor/index.htm?model_cat.asp?modelcatid=12

Click on the R6 and then on the red.

Great colour choice.

Red means fast and red also means you pick up more girls.

Almost makes you wanna make love to it!

fj20_180b

5th March 2009, 06:31

I too recently got my full and was looking at getting an R6, i never rode one, but they are definitely one of the best looking bikes imo.
I looked around a bit and ended up getting an R1 - for the simple fact that an R1 goes for around the same price as an R6. It is a huge step up going straight to an R1 - and as was mentioned, my sanity is probably a bit off

Maki

5th March 2009, 19:35

I too recently got my full and was looking at getting an R6, i never rode one, but they are definitely one of the best looking bikes imo.
I looked around a bit and ended up getting an R1 - for the simple fact that an R1 goes for around the same price as an R6. It is a huge step up going straight to an R1 - and as was mentioned, my sanity is probably a bit off

Good on you. Sounds like you know what you are getting yourself into. Take care and you will be fine.

Cr1MiNaL

10th March 2009, 21:08

LIFE BEGiNS AT 10k RPM!

join my club.

Manxman

10th March 2009, 21:48

CBR or a R6 - ahhh what a choice

Mmmm. Let me see now: gay, or straight...:whistle:

DarkLord

10th March 2009, 22:43

I too recently got my full and was looking at getting an R6, i never rode one, but they are definitely one of the best looking bikes imo.
I looked around a bit and ended up getting an R1 - for the simple fact that an R1 goes for around the same price as an R6. It is a huge step up going straight to an R1 - and as was mentioned, my sanity is probably a bit off

:eek5: Yeah man, that is a MONSTER jump! I'm glad you are still alive!

LittleJohn

11th March 2009, 16:25

I recently got an R6 at the end of last year. Been on one decent ride and apart from that has been collecting dust. Just got it going again (needed some oil and petrol so nothing wrong with it) and start using it for commuting. I understand what you mean by the other vehicles seeming like they are standing still, it just seems like you are going heaps slower than what you are. Heaps of power and nice and light, love it.

Got to get out some more now though...

Hope you get what you want.

skidMark

11th March 2009, 16:35

Hey Mate,

How are you looking to use the bike? Sunday Ride? Commuter? Long Distance Tourer? Track Day Special?

I've got a VFR and even that leaves me feeling a bit sore around my wrists after a serious (Akld -> Palmie) ride. Maybe i'm just a nana, but having given some sport 600's a test, I think that if you were looking at doing serious K's on the bike you'd end up feeling a bit worse for wear and the 'feel good in the twisties' factor would wear off after 90kms of boring SH1.

If you're just kicking it around town, or taking it for a blat on a weekend/thursday avo fill your boots. It's the kinda bike i'd get if I wasn't doing big rides!

Who the hell stays on sh1 for 90 k's.... plenty of twisty backroads!

Harvd

12th March 2009, 19:23

Sooooo..... U got it yet?

Maki

13th March 2009, 01:18

Yes, I got it today, it's beautiful, I love it.

BIG thanks to Stewart at TSS motorcycles here in Wellington. Incredibly kind and helpful. :first:

NZsarge

13th March 2009, 05:30

Yes, I got it today, it's beautiful, I love it.

BIG thanks to Stewart at TSS motorcycles here in Wellington. Incredibly kind and helpful. :first:

Congrats dude, well done.
Take you're time getting used to it and enjoy.

Edit: Pics please.

Richi

13th March 2009, 20:58

OMG I cant believe u got that R6 there was a Burgmann for sale for much less!

Does it do good as wheelies? :shifty:

Maki

14th March 2009, 00:03

OMG I cant believe u got that R6 there was a Burgmann for sale for much less!

Does it do good as wheelies? :shifty:

What!!!??? I didn't notice that Burgmann so I guess I am stuck with the R6 :mad:

It does not just do wheelies, it does burnouts and endos...

Honestly, the thing scares me. I am just easing into it and scrubbing the tires, etc... That thing is so good that I don't think I will ever be able to use it to it's full potential.

Cloggy

14th March 2009, 10:14

Good on ya Maki. :niceone:
Looking forward to seeing the beast in the flesh on Wednesday evening.

Maki

14th March 2009, 18:57

Sorry, you will have to make do with pics, I have to be at work then :brick:

supraman_nz

16th March 2009, 10:04

looks great, hope to see you on the taka's sometime !

NZsarge

16th March 2009, 10:27

Sorry, you will have to make do with pics, I have to be at work then :brick:

Nice, use good quality products on it and in it and it will look and go great for years to come.

puddytat

16th March 2009, 12:08

Nice, use good quality products on it and in it and it will look and go great for years to come.

A big +1 on that

Okey Dokey

16th March 2009, 12:47

Lovely looking bike-enjoy it!