Recommended next bike

[jimdaworm]

I thought I already posted this but it seems to have dissapeared

I currently own a 1998 rg150, in the next month I hope to have my full so I am dreaming about my next bike

I have been looking at 600cc-750cc between 1990-97 for between $4000-5000 although I might stretch to $6000 if it makes a big difference.

CBR 600
GSX-750
ZX/ZXR 750

I want somthing that looks good, handles well and that is comfortable to ride, I am 185cm tall. Power is not soo important I like to accerate fast but I dont really speed, all these bikes seem to be very powerful.

Any ideas about these bikes or similar...

[crazyxr250rider]

big is good
you get bored slower with a more powerful bike
However be honest with your self when it comes to ability
it can get messy at 200kph plus+.
Have only owned the bikes i have now so can`t say much else

[jimdaworm]

True, I only cruse at 110km/h ish. Like I said I dont really speed, on the bike or in my car, I am sure it could get messy at over 200km/h! Probably quick and painless too though

[crazyxr250rider]

Consider a lowish geared VTR400
If acceleration is your thing
you don`t realy need 600cc if speed isn`t your thing
don`t hesitate to correct me though

[onearmedbandit]

From the list you've posted, I'd rate them as follows:

1/ CBR600 - Well built reliable 600 with forgiving handling. Can handle both touring and sports riding (to a degree obviously.)
2/ GSX750 - If you're not meaning the 'R' version, once again a well built reliable bike with forgiving handling. If you do mean the 'R' version the above stands true apart from the handling. Very very good, but not so forgiving to the inexperienced rider.
3/ ZXR750 - Very 'solid' front end, confidence inspiring. More linear power delivery. On most models they suffered from a too-firm rear end, although this can be sorted. Good looking bikes too.

[WINJA]

92/93 FIREBLADE, 96/97 GSXR750, 98/99 ZX9 ALL GOOD RELIABLE BIKES, I HATE HONDAS BUT NO DENYING THE 92/93 BLADE IS CHEAP FUN AND QUITE RELIABLE
97 GSXR750 IS SLIGHTLY BETTER THAN 96 CAUSE OF THE LUBRICATION.
THE 98/99 ZX9 IS A FANTASTIC ALL ROUNDER

[onearmedbandit]

97 GSXR750 IS SLIGHTLY BETTER THAN 96 CAUSE OF THE LUBRICATION.

WINJA, could you explain this a bit more. I would be interested to know where the difference lies.

[Jantar]

This question seems to be coming up very frequently, and invariably we are asked what is the best next bike for someone who up to now has never ridden anything bigger than a 250.

Its a bit like someone who has just got their pilots licence in a Cessna 152 at the local aero club asking if the next plane they fly should be an F16 or a Tornado.

It is best if you can step up to a slightly heavier and slightly more powerful bike for a few months while you try out an assortment of various styles of machine.

You may find you enjoy long distance touring in which case a heavier bike with plenty of torque would suit you best. Or maybe you want to hoon through tight corners, but not actually sit on the bike for more than an hour or two in which case a pure sports bike would be best.

There is no "BEST" bike until you know what type of riding you are going to be doing and the distances you intend travelling.

[onearmedbandit]

Unless he's looking at a nos'ed Hayabusa. That would be close wouldn't it? Or maybe the turbo Gixxer 1000 on trademe?

[WINJA]

WINJA, could you explain this a bit more. I would be interested to know where the difference lies.

DONT KNOW THE FULL STORY BUT MY MATE RACED A 96 , IT GRENADED AND THEY PUT 97 PARTS IN IT , I THINK IT HAD SOMETING TO DO WITH THE LITTLE
ENDS AND OIL JETS

[onearmedbandit]

Thanks. Just fixing teething problems from the first year then.

[WINJA]

GOT THE FULL STORY NOW . THE OIL JETS ,GUDGEONS AND CONRODS WERE SUPERCEDED . THE OILJETS WERE TOO SMALL, THE HOLE IN THE TOP OF THE CONROD FOR OIL WAS TOO SMALL , AND THE GUDGEONS WERE MADE HARDER , MY MATE ENDED UP BRONZE BUSHING HIS WHICH IS WHAT SUZUKI DID LATER

[WINJA]

Thanks. Just fixing teething problems from the first year then.

I THINK IT WAS ONLY A PROBLEM FOR RACERS WHO WHEEL STAND TOO MUCH , SO BEWARE THE EX RACE 750T

[jimdaworm]

You guys are great! Its wicked to get all this info! I really enjoy going for rides like yesterday we went to Masterton via the backroads and back but my current bike is not comfortable.

I really enjoy tight corners but also want to be able to travel at least a few hours and maby with my gf on the back.

I am not a very experienced rider so I guess the more forgiving bikes would be better for me.

I would really like a cbr600 although they seem to be hard to find in my price bracket... although I have found one with high kms.

Thanks again every


I just found this page that might be of interest to others just wondering about bike specs:
http://www.bikez.com/search/index.php

[SPORK]

Hey dude, how much do you think you'll be after for your bike when you sell it? I'm prowling for an RG...