CBR900RR/919RR vs SV1000S

[tigertim20]

the earlier blades had finicky handling in the corners, due possibly to a smaller front wheel or something? - bourbon brain is clouding memory -. If there is a reasonable jump in age between the two, the newer should automatically get a couple extra brownie points. Being older, the blade is more likely to need things like wheel bearings chain and sprockets, a major service like valve clearances etc simply because of age, as well as the likelyhood of being higher kays.

If you bought either bike, they would both benefit from some mods in the handling area, SV's have budget suspension, (if its still stock) and the blade will have close to 20 year old suspension and will probably be due for an overhaul - again due to age - if you want to get anywhere near (or better than) original handling.

Another thing to be wary of as well, is the availability of parts. my bike is a 2001, and was a pretty popular bike worldwide, and I have alot of trouble finding parts for it. All the normal shit you might want like generic shit i.e. levers chains sprockets brake pads etc arent an issue, but stuff like performance heads, cams, undertails etc etc are really thin on the ground, so if you intend to keep the bike a while and spend some money personalising it, this is definitely a point worth considering.

I would probably go so far as to say that coming off a cbr250, either bike will make you feel like your arms are getting ripped out of your sockets by comparison, but I think the SV might be a more learner friendly engine when it comes to getting to grips with a new big bike in a varied setting - mixed up between low and higher speeds, round town, open road etc etc.

Having said all this ride the both. You'll probably get a massive chubby over one and KNOW its the one you want. You might not be able to decide, then fall in love with something different as well. Its entirely possible youll buy a particular bike because you just HAVE to have it after riding it, regardless of how much bad shit people have to say about it.

[SMOKEU]

I took an early model CBR900RR out for a test ride, and it was my first time ever riding anything bigger than a 250. It wasn't the big scary monster I expected it to be, in fact it was very light and easy to ride. The frame felt a lot bigger and the riding position more aggressive than my 250, but it didn't feel much heavier than the 250.

Now I just have to sell my 250...

[bsasuper]

the earlier blades had finicky handling in the corners, due possibly to a smaller front wheel or something

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NO, the first generation blades had a 16" rim, but the the tire size made it the same as a 17" with 120/70 rubber.When it first came out it blew everything away despite only having anything between 110-120hp, it weighed naff all.Most people crashed because they wernt used to the quick steering.

For me Hondas have been the best all rounder, they might not "win" in the highest horse power wars etc, but for a street sportbike they do everything with no fuss, ie, the handling is nice, the power is smooth.

[tigertim20]

I took an early model CBR900RR out for a test ride, and it was my first time ever riding anything bigger than a 250. It wasn't the big scary monster I expected it to be,..

use 2nd gear

[SMOKEU]

use 2nd gear

I went all the way up to 6th gear

Although I didn't give it more than 6,000RPM and I was gentle on the throttle as I didn't want to bin someone elses bike.

[Ender EnZed]

I went all the way up to 6th gear

Although I didn't give it more than 6,000RPM and I was gentle on the throttle as I didn't want to bin someone elses bike.

Next time you ride one make sure you use full throttle in first gear within the first 100m.

[ducatilover]

Next time you ride one make sure you use full throttle in first gear within the first 100m.

This is great advice

[Cheshire Cat]

You have a lot to learn noob. Lets hope you don't go and brake yourself like a lot of other people do who jump on powerful bikes with little or no experience. cause that always looks good to ACC, yea.

[SMOKEU]

You have a lot to learn noob. Lets hope you don't go and brake yourself like a lot of other people do who jump on powerful bikes with little or no experience. cause that always looks good to ACC, yea.

I haven't binned a road bike yet. Several of my mates have binned bikes doing stupid shit and I don't want to end up like them so I take it easy.

[Lurch]

I went all the way up to 6th gear

Although I didn't give it more than 6,000RPM and I was gentle on the throttle as I didn't want to bin someone elses bike.

6000 RPM on that bike must be barely enough to keep it from labouring the engine isn't it?

[ducatilover]

I haven't binned a road bike yet. Several of my mates have binned bikes doing stupid shit and I don't want to end up like them so I take it easy.

Good man.


You can always do a skid though.

[imdying]

6000 RPM on that bike must be barely enough to keep it from labouring the engine isn't it?

Naw, an IL4 you can happily ride down to idle without the clutch, bit different from a twin.

Just keep it in your pants and you'll be fine

[Ferkletastic]

nthing the ride a few bikes before you make a decision thing. The first bike will nearly always feel awesome because it's such a big leap from the 250.

Ride a few bikes and you've got a much better chance of getting something that really floats your boat.

[Ragingrob]

You have a lot to learn noob. Lets hope you don't go and brake yourself like a lot of other people do who jump on powerful bikes with little or no experience. cause that always looks good to ACC, yea.

You mean like you did? Gotta watch those unavoidable accidents eh!

[Fast Eddie]

NO, the first generation blades had a 16" rim, but the the tire size made it the same as a 17" with 120/70 rubber.When it first came out it blew everything away despite only having anything between 110-120hp, it weighed naff all.Most people crashed because they wernt used to the quick steering.

For me Hondas have been the best all rounder, they might not "win" in the highest horse power wars etc, but for a street sportbike they do everything with no fuss, ie, the handling is nice, the power is smooth.

oo yes.. I love mine. they run an oversize front, its actually 130 wide and never had a problem with the handling or steering on mine. Steerings not that quick anymore by todays standards.

Hope you buy the 900 Fireblade SmokeU, I've had mine since 08 now, I don't think I'll ever sell it. shes a keeper. I ended up buying a second bike rather than sell the blade. hehe..

and don't worry about parts, heaaps avail ex UK and japan. I got all kinds for my blade, single seat tail cowl, full exhaust system, braided lines kit, rear sets, headlight cover, tail tidy kit, etc etc. and you can get some tuning bits and pieces, I got an Airbox and hi flo filter, a carb kit and the full exhaust system. She runs nice.

Post pictures when you buy one.. I vote for old blade..