Well...I was going to get a FZ6. At least it's still a Yamaha - Yamaha FZ6 Forums - International FZ6 Motorcycle Community Forum

poultond · 08-01-2008, 05:17 PM

I began looking at getting a motorcycle and started doing research on bikes. I settled on the FZ6. I took the MSF course.

But with what's going on in the economy (IMHO we are heading into what will be called 'The Greater Depression' but that discussion is for a different forum) I just didn't feel right about financing $7000.00 + for a new bike or $5000 for a used one.

My nephew builds bikes down in Florida so I talked to him about it and he has a 1981 Yamaha XS650 that he just finished going through and refurbishing. So that's what I'm going to be getting as my first bike.

Avalon786 · 08-01-2008, 05:25 PM

You gotta go with what feels right for you! Depression or not i couldnt care less, nothing would have stopped me from getting my FZ6

billm · 08-01-2008, 05:26 PM

Never feel bad for your decisions - I'm sure you'll enjoy the bike & saving on fuel!!

However, if you change your mind you could get a good used FZ6 for way less than $5k................I got an '04 w/low miles for $3150.
Good luck.

sideslider · 08-01-2008, 05:27 PM

the fz6 has done more for me when things were bad
than money has when things were good

KindredGhost · 08-01-2008, 05:36 PM

I got my 05 for 3800... but whatever! As long as it has 2 wheels man!

KG

**blueMONday** · 08-01-2008, 07:10 PM

Like everyone has said here, as long as your on two wheels and enjoying it.
You will definitely see the big savings in refueling compared to any cage. Just remember, cause it can't be said enough........WATGATT.

Agente Especial · 08-01-2008, 07:17 PM

I've had a list of bikes before I got my FZ6 and can say two things about my experience. I learned something from owning each bike (as they are of course each very unique), and these differences make me appreciate my FZ so much more because I have something to compare it to. Secondly, through buying and selling bikes and a little elbow grease, I've been able to upgrade with each bike through the years which has led to my being able to buy an 07. Bottom line, you've got a motorcycle and life is good. Learn, enjoy and your FZ will be patiently waiting for you! Good Luck. :thumbup

08-01-2008, 05:17 PM	#1 (permalink)
poultond Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: South Carolina Bike: Future FZ6 Owner Posts: 8 Rep Power: 0 Member #2982	Well...I was going to get a FZ6. At least it's still a Yamaha I began looking at getting a motorcycle and started doing research on bikes. I settled on the FZ6. I took the MSF course. But with what's going on in the economy (IMHO we are heading into what will be called 'The Greater Depression' but that discussion is for a different forum) I just didn't feel right about financing $7000.00 + for a new bike or $5000 for a used one. My nephew builds bikes down in Florida so I talked to him about it and he has a 1981 Yamaha XS650 that he just finished going through and refurbishing. So that's what I'm going to be getting as my first bike.

08-01-2008, 05:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
Avalon786 Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: SoCal Bike: 2006 Ruby Blood Red FZ6 Posts: 638 Rep Power: 10 Member #2994	Re: Well...I was going to get a FZ6. At least it's still a Yamaha You gotta go with what feels right for you! Depression or not i couldnt care less, nothing would have stopped me from getting my FZ6

08-01-2008, 05:26 PM	#3 (permalink)
billm Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Pahrump, NV Bike: 2004 FZ6 Posts: 256 Rep Power: 5 Member #1778	Re: Well...I was going to get a FZ6. At least it's still a Yamaha Never feel bad for your decisions - I'm sure you'll enjoy the bike & saving on fuel!! However, if you change your mind you could get a good used FZ6 for way less than $5k................I got an '04 w/low miles for $3150. Good luck.

08-01-2008, 05:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
sideslider Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Orygun Bike: gz250/fz6 Posts: 237 Rep Power: 5 Member #3293	Re: Well...I was going to get a FZ6. At least it's still a Yamaha the fz6 has done more for me when things were bad than money has when things were good

08-01-2008, 05:36 PM	#5 (permalink)
KindredGhost Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Fernando Valley Bike: '05 FZ6 & '98 VTR1000 Posts: 114 Rep Power: 3 Member #3706	Re: Well...I was going to get a FZ6. At least it's still a Yamaha I got my 05 for 3800... but whatever! As long as it has 2 wheels man! KG

08-01-2008, 07:10 PM	#6 (permalink)
blueMONday Super Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Northern East Coast Bike: 2007 FZ6 Blue Posts: 661 Rep Power: 24 Member #741	Re: Well...I was going to get a FZ6. At least it's still a Yamaha Like everyone has said here, as long as your on two wheels and enjoying it. You will definitely see the big savings in refueling compared to any cage. Just remember, cause it can't be said enough........WATGATT. __________________ Carpe Diem. Mods: b_d43's dual headlight, Givi E37,Givi E21 + racks, Givi E37 brakelight, Yamaha lower cowl, CalSci 8+ windshield, FIAMM FreewayBlaster, Acerbis MX handguards, Phillips Xtreme bulbs, Uncaged Frame sliders, Motorcyle cigarette power socket, RAM Mount-Aquabox, Throttlemeister, Two Brothers Titanium, Power Commander III, K&N air filter, Fork mounted Auxialliary Lights

08-01-2008, 07:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
Agente Especial Red Rider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Georgia, U.S.A Bike: 2007 "Inferno Red" FZ6 Posts: 17 Rep Power: 0 Member #2361	Re: Well...I was going to get a FZ6. At least it's still a Yamaha I've had a list of bikes before I got my FZ6 and can say two things about my experience. I learned something from owning each bike (as they are of course each very unique), and these differences make me appreciate my FZ so much more because I have something to compare it to. Secondly, through buying and selling bikes and a little elbow grease, I've been able to upgrade with each bike through the years which has led to my being able to buy an 07. Bottom line, you've got a motorcycle and life is good. Learn, enjoy and your FZ will be patiently waiting for you! Good Luck. :thumbup Last edited by Agente Especial; 08-01-2008 at 07:20 PM..

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