Disclaimer Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 He'll be fine on horsepower and powerband when it's pushing a hulking heavy bike like a vrod... it's the handling a huge heavy bike with long rake and wheelbase that would be the larger concern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
granda080 Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 It's not "peer pressure". We all just want this ridiculous thread to go away' date=' so just buy a bike already. [/quote']LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad324 Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 He'll be fine on horsepower and powerband when it's pushing a hulking heavy bike like a vrod... it's the handling a huge heavy bike with long rake and wheelbase that would be the larger concern.if Likwid can ride the pegs and radiator guards off the VROD (literally, hes ground both down so much ) anyone can Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted September 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 How long did it take you to pick out your prom dress? I just asked your GF/Wife/Sister for hers and she hopped right out of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gen3flygirl Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/2571467595.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TenTwelve Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 I just asked your GF/Wife/Sister for hers and she hopped right out of it So, you still had 3 to choose from eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted September 25, 2011 Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 YZF & ZZR 600's are surely the best picks of the litter you're looking at - both are comparable in power, handling, comfort, touring possibilities, etc. And definitely dont worry about buying a more powerful bike, gives you growing room and you'll learn to appreciate the additional power/flickability. I can understand being tentative about choosing your next purchase, but you cant go wrong with either of these bikes........personally, I would go straight to a 750 for a guy your size but a 600 will suffice for some years of learning and skill improvement. Congrats in advance on your soon-to-be new-to-you bike!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted September 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/2571467595.htmlThat thing looks like a Sith is about to hop off it and draw his lightsaber! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armith Posted September 25, 2011 Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 so whats the deal... Am I meeting somewhere tomorrow to go look at a yzf? I still don't understand the hangup on mileage and noise factor of the one bike.. but to each his own.. 23k miles ain't shit.. and you've got cheap (practically free) options to quiet her down. the ZZR was a good plan B until you said salvage.. trying to flip a salvage title ain't that easy.. Anyways, hit me up if you need a second opinion on any of the cats (yzfs).SHIT OR GET OFF THE POT.. your running out of days to ride bro.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted September 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 so whats the deal... Am I meeting somewhere tomorrow to go look at a yzf? I still don't understand the hangup on mileage and noise factor of the one bike.. but to each his own.. 23k miles ain't shit.. and you've got cheap (practically free) options to quiet her down. the ZZR was a good plan B until you said salvage.. trying to flip a salvage title ain't that easy.. Anyways, hit me up if you need a second opinion on any of the cats (yzfs).SHIT OR GET OFF THE POT.. your running out of days to ride bro..Thank you for the offer, but there's no need... I bought a bike You'll have to show up tomorrow to the group ride to find out what OOOrrrrrrr I'll probably be an attention whore and post a thread 2004 YZF600R I'm gonna be taking tomorrow REALLY slowly until I learn the bike.I feel like I'm learning to ride all over again, and aside from a few basics, I am.Edit: And the hangup was noise, not mileage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armith Posted September 25, 2011 Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 well I won't be attending the ride as I have obligations.. I was able to squeak out a couple hours but not the entire day.. Congrats on the purchase though.. If you need any tech help with your cat you know how to reach me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted September 25, 2011 Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted September 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 well I won't be attending the ride as I have obligations.. I was able to squeak out a couple hours but not the entire day.. Congrats on the purchase though.. If you need any tech help with your cat you know how to reach me.I'm almost positive I'll be taking you up on the offer, and I'm sorry tomorrow won't work out for you. I'll be looking to excuses to ride, so next time you're free and want to see the bike, let me know on the way Got the GF to smile & pose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TenTwelve Posted September 25, 2011 Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 Congrats man. So, what is this ride tomorrow you've been speaking of anyhow?Oh, look forward to a thread about it. Then I know what bike to look for in the neighborhood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaDoc Posted September 25, 2011 Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 I guess ten twelve had an important role in pushing Josh over the ledge, Ten twelve we riding tomorrow check the biggest thread in rides and events wish u still had the tuno Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TenTwelve Posted September 25, 2011 Report Share Posted September 25, 2011 I guess ten twelve had an important role in pushing Josh over the ledge, Ten twelve we riding tomorrow check the biggest thread in rides and events wish u still had the tunoIt's still at the dealership. You could buy it back for me. My b-day is in a few weeks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 Congrats on the YZF!! Pics! Pics! Pics! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
optimoprime Posted September 26, 2011 Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 only suggestion i can give is be weary of kawi's yamahas always have a superior build quality. better fit and finish and what not. got with the r6 or yzf. both bikes are great for sport riding but are comfy enought to commute or go long distance on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted September 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2011 I'm still holding out for pics of the girlfriend. :nomz(3):We took a couple of fun pics the night I got the bike... I'll ask her tonight if I'm allowed to post one or two If I had your cell I'd TXT it. Here's me on the bike after getting it home' date=' looking pleased as punch! [img']http://josh.josh.name/ordn/pics/004sized.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted September 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2011 The craigslist response re: the zzr600 in Ashtabula:anna chrzanowski chrzano@hotmail.com to meshow details Sep 25 (1 day ago)Josh,Yes the bike still is available. If interested right now I will take $2500.00 out the door. VERY CLEAN BIKE, low miles never seen rain or snow, never been dropped or wrecked.Clear title. I bought this bike brand new from Loudermilks Kawasaki Dealer on rt 45 in Ashtabula. If you are interested I am about an 1hr away from you. Contact me by email if you are interested. I can plan for evening hrs after 3:30pm. Let me know.......Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted September 27, 2011 Report Share Posted September 27, 2011 Is this the one that had salvage title? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted September 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2011 Is this the one that had salvage title?Nope! And her e-mail price was only $100 below her ad price, so maybe there's room to haggle, if you're looking for another ride Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted September 27, 2011 Report Share Posted September 27, 2011 I'm always looking but I've been forbidden to buy another this year maybe next year but if I have my way it will be Then I will have two bikes that can't turn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TenTwelve Posted September 27, 2011 Report Share Posted September 27, 2011 We took a couple of fun pics the night I got the bike... I'll ask her tonight if I'm allowed to post one or two If I had your cell I'd TXT it. Here's me on the bike after getting it home, looking pleased as punch! Great looking bike (Yamaha makes very few unattractive ones ). Dude, PM me any weekend to ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh1234 Posted September 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2011 Great looking bike (Yamaha makes very few unattractive ones ). Dude, PM me any weekend to ride. Thanks! It's a good-looking guy sittin' on it too, eh? My buddy brant who just signed up is the same way... we need to ride this weekend if we can Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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