Stepping up from 250cc, r1 or zx6r

[Madmax]

go for the 6 most litre bikes hurt you bank balance at some point

[TOTO]

zx6rrrrrrrrrrrr

[Zoolander]

Aside from the fact the first generation R1 is a very powerful bike, I would also say it is one of the most likely of all the litre bikes to bite an inexperienced rider, hard. I've owned 2 of 'em. I loved them, but they could be an extremely savage ride, and I scared myself big time on more than 1 occasion when my head wasn't really in the zone. Compared to a more modern 1000 they may not be quite as fast, but boy are they aggressive.

So my advice is not to jump onto one just yet.

[vifferman]

The ZX - fewer miles, newer bike, less wear'n'tear so in all probability less to spend money on in the next couple of years.
Leave ego out of it, and think practicalities.

[EJK]

Someone please explain me the expense difference between a thou and a mid class bikes?

[breakaway]

About 40 more HP on the rear wheel, and insane amounts of torque that cuts the rear loose without any effort whatsoever.

[EJK]

Not "experience" but the "expenses" on maintaining difference lol

[breakaway]

Both

[Zoolander]

Someone please explain me the expense difference between a thou and a mid class bikes?

Consumables mainly, thous generally use a 190 section rear tyre which is marginally more $$ than a 180, but they cut through it a lot quicker than a 600. Also chains, sprockets get used up faster. Potentially brake pads if you're riding it hard.

Also then there's insurance to factor in as well.

I've had both 1000 and 600cc sportsbikes. The thous definately cost more to run.