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nlheikki · 08-30-2008, 02:20 PM

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Has anybody ridden the new 2008? I've been thinking about trading in my FZ6 and buying this bike.........Should I do it?

Thanks,
Nick

crazybiker · 08-30-2008, 02:25 PM

dont do it .. get CBR 600RR great midrange . .u will get the same engine characteristics with the R6 .. with CBR u get MIDRANGE

Cali rider · 08-30-2008, 02:39 PM

Unless you are going to take it to the track on a regular basis don't even consider the 07/08 R6. It is universally criticized for it's peaky motor and race-ready ergonomics on the street. You will be miserable, especially if you are 6' or taller..

Why not look at the R6S instead? Google it, lots of ++ points at a lower price, and all kinds of accessories can be added. Hell, make it naked if you want!

**Hellgate** · 08-30-2008, 03:00 PM

Fast Bikes did a comparison recently of the 600s and the R6 was towards the bottom. They loved the Triumph, go figure its British mag, and they really liked the CBR too. They said the R6 felt fastest however when they compared lap times the CBR was it. The CBR was also the most comfortable for daily riding and they loved the motor. With the R6 they had to really wring its neck, as other have said, where as the CBR just went. They did say that all 5 bikes are great but the Triuph and the CBR inspired confidence.

However.....I like how the R6 looks the best of the 5. I really like the new fairing and headlight arrangement.

cp04 · 08-30-2008, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cali rider

Unless you are going to take it to the track on a regular basis don't even consider the 07/08 R6. It is universally criticized for it's peaky motor and race-ready ergonomics on the street. You will be miserable, especially if you are 6' or taller..

Why not look at the R6S instead? Google it, lots of ++ points at a lower price, and all kinds of accessories can be added. Hell, make it naked if you want!

I agree about getting the R6S if you're gonna ride it on the street. I had an 04 R6 (pretty much the same thing) and loved it, except for long hauls. The ideal thing to do would be to test ride one but that's not always possible. Good luck what ever you decide.

nlheikki · 08-30-2008, 05:24 PM

Thanks for all of the input guys. I will try to test ride it along with a Honda 600rr.

Sosu2211 · 08-30-2008, 07:27 PM

As much as I love the R6, it is, and always has been a peaky beast... I remember riding one before I got my old GSX-R, and the difference was stark. The R6 has always been seriously razor edged, and demanded more commitment than the other companies 600's... imho, the final reward may be better, but you can have more fun with less commitment on some of the other models.

These days, I'd say a CBR600RR is the pick of the current crop if you really want a Supersport bike... although the Triumph Street Triple R looks *awesome* for next year.

dankatz · 08-30-2008, 07:38 PM

Agree with above posts. CBR600RR has won most of the comparisons and is supposed to be most comfortable. The new GSX600R also supposedly has decent ergos for a SS. As beautiful as the R6 looks, I think you would regret the peaky nature and ergos unles you stick to the track.

MisterX · 08-30-2008, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crazybiker

dont do it .. get CBR 600RR great midrange . .u will get the same engine characteristics with the R6 .. with CBR u get MIDRANGE

Great suggestion. Before I finally decided on the FZ6, I was extremely tempted to get the CBR 600 RR. My brother has one, and I putted around on it for a bit. I liked the way that it felt, but I loved the look and feel of the FZ6 more-so. If I were to ever give up the Z6, chances are I would make my way on over to the CBR arena.

X

xj750_Pete · 08-31-2008, 12:27 AM

This is just my opinion but, if I were to get a nice sport bike to mess around with on a daily basis, I think the R6S would be a good choice. It is also about $1,000 cheaper than the popular 600s. I would use this difference plus a lil bit more and buy a better seat, Helibars, saddle bags, PCIII, and exhaust. I think in the end I would have a very nice balanced sport bike more customized to my taste and more comfortable to do whatever type of riding that I want.

08-30-2008, 02:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
nlheikki 2004 Yamaha FZ6 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Iowa Bike: 2004 Yamaha FZ6 Posts: 355 Rep Power: 7 Member #1361	Thinking about buying a 2008 YZF-R6 2008 Yamaha YZF-R6 Photo Gallery Detail Has anybody ridden the new 2008? I've been thinking about trading in my FZ6 and buying this bike.........Should I do it? Thanks, Nick __________________ HealTech Speedo Healer V4, Scorpion Exhaust, Yamaha R1 Flush Signals, Clear Alternatives Smoke Integrated Tail, Motovation Frame Sliders, Smoke Puig Racing Screen, BD43 Dual Headlight Mod, FAZR6 Fender Eliminator, Michelin Pilot Power 2CTs

08-30-2008, 02:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
crazybiker Helpful Indian Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Nashville, TN Bike: Converted to 2007 FZ6 Black/Blue Posts: 442 Rep Power: 11 Member #394	Re: Thinking about buying a 2008 YZF-R6 dont do it .. get CBR 600RR great midrange . .u will get the same engine characteristics with the R6 .. with CBR u get MIDRANGE __________________ MODS 07 R6S Forks,Speedbleeders,SS Lines,HH Sintered Brake Pads\|15T Front,Speedohealer v3\|Laser Extreme Quad Exhaust,K&N,CAT Elim,PCIII\|Puig Light Smoke Racing Screen\|06 FZ1 Bar\|TCP Seat Cowl\|07 Speedo\|07 Swingarm\|08 Bar Clamp\|08 Black Fairing\|Pazzo Gold Shorty\|Extended Frame,Motovation Swingarm Sliders\|FE\|Voltmeter,12v Powerlet\|F/R Flushmounts\|Amber LED Pod Light Mod\|Fiamm HB Lo Tone\|Universal RAM Mount ACCESSORIES Shad50 Topcase\|Top Saddlery Seat\|Axio Carbon Fiber Tail Bag

08-30-2008, 02:39 PM	#3 (permalink)
Cali rider Tequila Moderator Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Orange County, California Bike: 04 FZ6, 07 R1 Posts: 317 Rep Power: 11 Member #681	Re: Thinking about buying a 2008 YZF-R6 Unless you are going to take it to the track on a regular basis don't even consider the 07/08 R6. It is universally criticized for it's peaky motor and race-ready ergonomics on the street. You will be miserable, especially if you are 6' or taller.. Why not look at the R6S instead? Google it, lots of ++ points at a lower price, and all kinds of accessories can be added. Hell, make it naked if you want!

08-30-2008, 03:00 PM	#4 (permalink)
Hellgate Super Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 3,315 Rep Power: 60 Member #1191	Re: Thinking about buying a 2008 YZF-R6 Fast Bikes did a comparison recently of the 600s and the R6 was towards the bottom. They loved the Triumph, go figure its British mag, and they really liked the CBR too. They said the R6 felt fastest however when they compared lap times the CBR was it. The CBR was also the most comfortable for daily riding and they loved the motor. With the R6 they had to really wring its neck, as other have said, where as the CBR just went. They did say that all 5 bikes are great but the Triuph and the CBR inspired confidence. However.....I like how the R6 looks the best of the 5. I really like the new fairing and headlight arrangement. __________________ Pete Mods: Akrapovic, Ohlins Remote, R6 Fork, RyanK Fender Mounts, Cobin with Backrest, Motovation Sliders, Yamaha Cowl, Stickers Removed, Galfers, Pazzo Shorties, Rizoma FE, Fredlight, Hugger Trimmed, ConvertiBar Clip-Ons, Acculign Top Clamp, OSO2K Setbacks, PC III w/ Custom AF1 Racing Map. Up Coming Mods: All Balls Headset

08-30-2008, 05:24 PM	#6 (permalink)
nlheikki 2004 Yamaha FZ6 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Iowa Bike: 2004 Yamaha FZ6 Posts: 355 Rep Power: 7 Member #1361	Re: Thinking about buying a 2008 YZF-R6 Thanks for all of the input guys. I will try to test ride it along with a Honda 600rr. __________________ HealTech Speedo Healer V4, Scorpion Exhaust, Yamaha R1 Flush Signals, Clear Alternatives Smoke Integrated Tail, Motovation Frame Sliders, Smoke Puig Racing Screen, BD43 Dual Headlight Mod, FAZR6 Fender Eliminator, Michelin Pilot Power 2CTs

08-30-2008, 07:27 PM	#7 (permalink)
Sosu2211 Super Furry Animal Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: France Bike: FZ6n s2 08 Posts: 91 Rep Power: 3 Member #4292	Re: Thinking about buying a 2008 YZF-R6 As much as I love the R6, it is, and always has been a peaky beast... I remember riding one before I got my old GSX-R, and the difference was stark. The R6 has always been seriously razor edged, and demanded more commitment than the other companies 600's... imho, the final reward may be better, but you can have more fun with less commitment on some of the other models. These days, I'd say a CBR600RR is the pick of the current crop if you really want a Supersport bike... although the Triumph Street Triple R looks awesome for next year.

08-30-2008, 07:38 PM	#8 (permalink)
dankatz Commuter Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Boston Bike: 2008 Cobalt Blue FZ6 Posts: 334 Rep Power: 7 Member #1154	Re: Thinking about buying a 2008 YZF-R6 Agree with above posts. CBR600RR has won most of the comparisons and is supposed to be most comfortable. The new GSX600R also supposedly has decent ergos for a SS. As beautiful as the R6 looks, I think you would regret the peaky nature and ergos unles you stick to the track. __________________ PUIG racing screen, Motivation sliders, Givi E52 trunk with stop light, and the German 3cm lower seat

08-31-2008, 12:27 AM	#10 (permalink)
xj750_Pete Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: El Monte, So Cal Bike: 2007 Red FZ6 Posts: 232 Rep Power: 5 Member #2893	Re: Thinking about buying a 2008 YZF-R6 This is just my opinion but, if I were to get a nice sport bike to mess around with on a daily basis, I think the R6S would be a good choice. It is also about $1,000 cheaper than the popular 600s. I would use this difference plus a lil bit more and buy a better seat, Helibars, saddle bags, PCIII, and exhaust. I think in the end I would have a very nice balanced sport bike more customized to my taste and more comfortable to do whatever type of riding that I want.

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