Would you still buy a 750?

[onearmedbandit]

Really? Mentions a Thousand cc in the Post, and rides a R1. Not a mention of a 600 anywhere in sight.

I read it as he was responding to the OP's question, whether going from a 600 to a 750 was a better choice than going to a 1000. This is evident by his statement of 'I don't see the point of the 750' or words to that effect, meaning that going from a 600 to a 750 (a difference of 150cc) wasn't worth it.

because they (bikes and rider) are lazy: never have to plan ahead, never change gear, just stick it in top and relax. I don't ride to relax, I like it to be engaging.

You're not saying a large capacity bike is 'not engaging' are you? I know that utilising 2nd and 3rd gear through 65km/h corners taken at xxxkm/h is very very very engaging.

[racefactory]

If you live near Pukekohe and often have the chance to go 300kph often then for sure 1000cc is worth it! If not then a 600 is the more logical choice for fuel consumption and rego, 270kph is by fuck fast enough for the road. They are very economical commuters. For those lazy riders that will moan the old adage about gear shifting and overtaking- 600s have tons of grunt and I can cruise up almost any hill and always overtake in 6th gear. Litre bikes are not always but often paired with the squid mentality and for people who need to make up dick size; that is an image that some people do not want to be associated with.

[imdying]

You're not saying a large capacity bike is 'not engaging' are you? I know that utilising 2nd and 3rd gear through 65km/h corners taken at xxxkm/h is very very very engaging.

Very intense, you can actually hear the tyre scream in pain if you've got your ear plugs out

For those lazy riders that will moan the old adage about gear shifting and overtaking

Not necessarily lazy; think about how you feel when the sun is low and you're completing a run of over 600kms through the mountains.

600s have tons of grunt and I can cruise up almost any hill and always overtake in 6th gear.

Nobody said you can't, you just do it slowly is all

Litre bikes are often but not always with the squid mentality and for people who need to make up dick size; that is a image that some people do not want to be associated with.

Goodness, other people might think something mean about you, how ever will you cope?

[racefactory]

Well I've had an R1 myself. No point in it. Ok well it was the pre 02 carby job but still. I also had a 03 750 and really have to say I did enjoy that but a 600 does just the same job. I guess it really does depend on the type of riding you do and I am not one for the rallies but I thought those types would usually go for bandits etc anyway.

[imdying]

Rally? That's just a ride around the block. Maybe something like the Coro Loop would be similar for Northerners?

[onearmedbandit]

Why do I like my thou so much?

Let me tell you this, I used to be a die-hard 750 fan, of course the GSXR variety. One took my left arm, yet I still bought another. I used to think they were great, and that there was no need for a 1000cc bike on the road. I told people this.

And then I got offered a deal I could simply not refuse on my 750 for a 1000. Now I struggle to consider going back down in size. Yes my dick might be small, and I'm more squidly then Squidworth himself but I've never ridden a bike that can push me quite like a 1000 can.

I can ride it fast and smooth, enjoying a rapid easy ride, or I can get 'on it', treat it like a bitch, and really challenge myself, finding that balance between warp factor drive and the edge of traction. The exhilaration is phenomenal, like a drug to me. I remember what my 750's, 400's, 250's were like, and yeah they all had their good points, but none have ever pushed me as much as the 1000 has. And as long as I can enjoy that, no exploit that, I will. Then I'll get a more laid back bike. Like another 750.

[roy.nz]

Whats wrong with a 600cc screamer?? Cheaper rego costs and still quick enough on the straights and twisties.

[jaffaonajappa]

I remember what my 750's, 400's, 250's were like, and yeah they all had their good points, but none have ever pushed me as much as the 1000 has. And as long as I can enjoy that, no exploit that, I will. Then I'll get a more laid back bike. Like another 750.

Damn, your lucky, Ive never managed to get even a 600 to its limits... (Yes am now aware of some things you may be less lukcy that most).

But yeah - if i did consistantly explore and play at the limits of a 600, id proly alose step riiiight up to the 1000's.

As it is, with somewhat limited natural ability - my preference is to ride older slower bikes....to their Limit

[onearmedbandit]

Damn, your lucky, Ive never managed to get even a 600 to its limits... (Yes am now aware of some things you may be less lukcy that most).

But yeah - if i did consistantly explore and play at the limits of a 600, id proly alose step riiiight up to the 1000's.

As it is, with somewhat limited natural ability - my preference is to ride older slower bikes....to their Limit

Can you point out where I said I had taken any of the bikes I listed to their limits? Go on. Or maybe I just said the 1000 pushes me further than any of the others. And I prefer to push myself and my bike. Myself more. That's why I've spent more money on it upgrading the suspension. By now you must understand I have to really squint to see my genitalia.

And luck? I'm luckier than most.

[Camshaft]

love litre bike torque, blowing away boy racers in turbo skylines while in 6th and not having to drop gears to find power, anygear anyrevs wind it back and away u go

[jaffaonajappa]

Can you point out where I said I had taken any of the bikes I listed to their limits? Go on. Or maybe I just said the 1000 pushes me further than any of the others. And I prefer to push myself and my bike. Myself more.

Argh. Semantics I think.....I didnt express myself too well.
When I couldnt find the limits of my old 600, but I did find my own limits, I realised getting a bigger/faster bike was a waste of time (and dangerous?).

And Im not talking about that insanely impressive skill....finding a straight road and counting the seconds it takes to increase from 230 kmph to 270 kmph.

Actually. I think I found I could ring the crap out of a RG150 on twisties, and be left wishing the bike could do even more. Guess that makes a 150 my perfect match.

But yeah - still have fond memories of when 916's were King, and a reasoanable rider struggling to equal my old jappa 600. Heheh.

[onearmedbandit]

Straight line speed means nothing to me. Straights are where I do my slowest riding.

At the end of the day, we're all unique, we all have different likes, dislikes, wants, needs, dreams and expectations. There is no right answer, and there is no right bike.

[racefactory]

Why do I like my thou so much?

Let me tell you this, I used to be a die-hard 750 fan, of course the GSXR variety. One took my left arm, yet I still bought another. I used to think they were great, and that there was no need for a 1000cc bike on the road. I told people this.

And then I got offered a deal I could simply not refuse on my 750 for a 1000. Now I struggle to consider going back down in size. Yes my dick might be small, and I'm more squidly then Squidworth himself but I've never ridden a bike that can push me quite like a 1000 can.

I can ride it fast and smooth, enjoying a rapid easy ride, or I can get 'on it', treat it like a bitch, and really challenge myself, finding that balance between warp factor drive and the edge of traction. The exhilaration is phenomenal, like a drug to me. I remember what my 750's, 400's, 250's were like, and yeah they all had their good points, but none have ever pushed me as much as the 1000 has. And as long as I can enjoy that, no exploit that, I will. Then I'll get a more laid back bike. Like another 750.

Good post. They are truly fucking beasts.

[BoristheBiter]

That's what bike #2 is for

Tell her to get her own bike.

Very intense, you can actually hear the tyre scream in pain if you've got your ear plugs out

I think most of the screaming comes from me

In the end it comes down to preference, me, I'm more than happy with the 750.

[imdying]

In the end it comes down to preference

Totally, you have to look far and wide these days to find a sports bike that doesn't have at least a few redeeming features. Definitely easier to live out your Rossi wannabe fantasies on a 600.