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Coffee357 · 12-10-2007, 01:24 AM

Howdy! Hope yall don't mind a Kawasaki guy in here! I've been riding for about 2.5 years with 2 of those years on an '06 Kawasaki Z750s. I put over 37,000 miles on that bike before dropping it on a left hand turn last week and cracking the engine block (my first motorcycle accident and, stupidly, my fault). Initial estimates indicate that the bike is probably totalled which puts me in a position of shopping around for a replacement. The Z did teach me that I love this style of bike... Decent wind protection, easy access to the motor for maintenance, and a comfortable upright seating position combined with sporty performance and good turning clearance (drag parts every time I'm on a cruiser!). I'm seriously considering the FZ6 as a potential replacement for my beloved Z and figured this would be a great place to get some questions answered. I guess, in short, it's great to be here!

Coffee

VEGASRIDER · 12-10-2007, 02:07 AM

Welcome, there are a handful of members here who own other types of bikes, and also are considering purchasing the FZ6. Great bike, a workhorse type of bike, good ergos but yet still sporty and most importantly, has the power and speed when you need it. There are a bunch of threads that you can catch up on regarding why you should buy the bike vs other similar bikes, such as the SV650. The search engine is helpful. Great site for Q's and A's. We have several members from Texas too, so you should feel right at home. I know how big the state is, so when you say central, are you like in the Austin area? Go Cowboys! I'm not sure if any members own an '08 yet, so you could be the first and make everyone jealous.

mikebike · 12-10-2007, 05:12 AM

Welcome.... glad you are OK .... sorry to hear about your bike.

The FZ6 is an awesome ride... here you can learn and ask questions as you filter through the posts and info.

good luck as you make your decision

permalink · 12-10-2007, 06:26 AM

Welcome... The Z750 is a sweet ride. Sorry to here yours came to an untimely death. I think you'll find the FZ6 a very worthy replacement. Similar style and performance with the FZ6 having a slight edge. The Z750 would be easier to get goodies for. Let us know when you get a new ride.....

**wrightme43** · 12-10-2007, 06:28 AM

Welcome Welcome, Glad your here.

**reiobard** · 12-10-2007, 07:42 AM

Welcome, and FWIW i just got my FZ6 and so far it has nothing lacking and everything i expected from it. Good luck with the purchase.

**opds9091** · 12-10-2007, 07:28 PM

well welcome and hope you buy the FZ6, "IT WONT LET YOU DOWN", it is a well rounded bike. If you do deside to buy it make sure you buy the faster color, that's the RED one.

**jsteinb95** · 12-10-2007, 08:23 PM

Welcome to the family, sorry about your bike. I too have a kawasaki....everybody is welcome here.

Coffee357 · 12-11-2007, 09:17 AM

Well, I got the official word yesterday from the insurance company. My dear Z is dead.. they totalled it. Now just waiting on the insurance check to put down (i'm just about certain) on a black '08 FZ-6. Once done I plan to have a ride in Z's honor. Thank you all for your support in this trying time... Is it bad that I'm looking forward to my new bike?

**grommit** · 12-11-2007, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coffee357

....Is it bad that I'm looking forward to my new bike?

The fact you feel bad about looking forward says how much you cared about the Z. That is a good thing.

Enjoy your next bike.

12-10-2007, 01:24 AM	#1 (permalink)
Coffee357 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Central Texas Bike: Kawasaki Z750s Posts: 9 Rep Power: 0 Member #1036	Howdy folks! Howdy! Hope yall don't mind a Kawasaki guy in here! I've been riding for about 2.5 years with 2 of those years on an '06 Kawasaki Z750s. I put over 37,000 miles on that bike before dropping it on a left hand turn last week and cracking the engine block (my first motorcycle accident and, stupidly, my fault). Initial estimates indicate that the bike is probably totalled which puts me in a position of shopping around for a replacement. The Z did teach me that I love this style of bike... Decent wind protection, easy access to the motor for maintenance, and a comfortable upright seating position combined with sporty performance and good turning clearance (drag parts every time I'm on a cruiser!). I'm seriously considering the FZ6 as a potential replacement for my beloved Z and figured this would be a great place to get some questions answered. I guess, in short, it's great to be here! Coffee __________________ 2003 Buell Blast (05-05-05 to 01-20-06) ~5000 miles 2006 Kawasaki Z750s (01-18-06 to 12-02-07 RIP!) 37,000+ miles 2007 Yamaha FZ-6 (01-21-08 to Present) 300+ miles

12-10-2007, 02:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
VEGASRIDER Dedicated Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: LAS VEGAS NV USA Bike: 2006 Blue FZ6 Posts: 1,693 Rep Power: 35 Member #83	Welcome, there are a handful of members here who own other types of bikes, and also are considering purchasing the FZ6. Great bike, a workhorse type of bike, good ergos but yet still sporty and most importantly, has the power and speed when you need it. There are a bunch of threads that you can catch up on regarding why you should buy the bike vs other similar bikes, such as the SV650. The search engine is helpful. Great site for Q's and A's. We have several members from Texas too, so you should feel right at home. I know how big the state is, so when you say central, are you like in the Austin area? Go Cowboys! I'm not sure if any members own an '08 yet, so you could be the first and make everyone jealous. __________________ *VEGASRIDER...................Member # 35* 2006 Team Yamaha Blue FZ6 VR's Rider Resume

12-10-2007, 05:12 AM	#3 (permalink)
mikebike just a moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Central Florida Bike: FZ6 -- Blue Posts: 1,310 Rep Power: 20 Member #357	Welcome.... glad you are OK .... sorry to hear about your bike. The FZ6 is an awesome ride... here you can learn and ask questions as you filter through the posts and info. good luck as you make your decision __________________ mike http://www.626mikebike.blogspot.com

12-10-2007, 06:28 AM	#5 (permalink)
wrightme43 Super Sock Puppet Administrator Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bowling Green KY Bike: 07 FZ6 in Blue. Posts: 5,178 Rep Power: 10 Member #42	Welcome Welcome, Glad your here. __________________ Texas to update slogan from 'Don't Mess with Texas' to 'We Warned You' as homeowners gun down would-be burglars at record rate.

12-10-2007, 07:28 PM	#7 (permalink)
opds9091 Super Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: cape coral, FL Bike: 07' Yamaha FZ 6 Posts: 798 Rep Power: 12 Member #523	well welcome and hope you buy the FZ6, "IT WONT LET YOU DOWN", it is a well rounded bike. If you do deside to buy it make sure you buy the faster color, that's the RED one. __________________ MEMBER # 523 DOMINIC HAVE FUN AND BE SAFE

12-10-2007, 06:26 AM	#4 (permalink)
HavBlue Guest Posts: n/a Member #	Welcome... The Z750 is a sweet ride. Sorry to here yours came to an untimely death. I think you'll find the FZ6 a very worthy replacement. Similar style and performance with the FZ6 having a slight edge. The Z750 would be easier to get goodies for. Let us know when you get a new ride.....

12-10-2007, 07:42 AM	#6 (permalink)
reiobard Postaholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Concord, NH Bike: 2007 FZ6 (The Faster Blue) Posts: 5,376 Rep Power: 72 Member #991	Welcome, and FWIW i just got my FZ6 and so far it has nothing lacking and everything i expected from it. Good luck with the purchase.

12-10-2007, 08:23 PM	#8 (permalink)
jsteinb95 Forum Queen Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Redlands CA Bike: 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 4,299 Rep Power: 10 Member #715	Welcome to the family, sorry about your bike. I too have a kawasaki....everybody is welcome here.

12-11-2007, 09:17 AM	#9 (permalink)
Coffee357 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Central Texas Bike: Kawasaki Z750s Posts: 9 Rep Power: 0 Member #1036	Well, I got the official word yesterday from the insurance company. My dear Z is dead.. they totalled it. Now just waiting on the insurance check to put down (i'm just about certain) on a black '08 FZ-6. Once done I plan to have a ride in Z's honor. Thank you all for your support in this trying time... Is it bad that I'm looking forward to my new bike? __________________ 2003 Buell Blast (05-05-05 to 01-20-06) ~5000 miles 2006 Kawasaki Z750s (01-18-06 to 12-02-07 RIP!) 37,000+ miles 2007 Yamaha FZ-6 (01-21-08 to Present) 300+ miles

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