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equi_jumper · 06-24-2009, 07:55 AM

Hi, well recently (as in, last weekend) I took my MSF course - good times. I have been riding 2up with my boyfriend for about a year now, and I decided I finally wanted my own bike.

My boyfriend owns a Yamaha YZF 600R. Now, I putted around on the Suzuki GS250 just fine in the course - even kind of got bored. I'm definietely looking for a sport bike - and we found me and nice Yammy 600R for sale - (no purchase yet) - would that be too much for my first starter bike?

We were originally looking at the Ninja 500's... which is fine with me... but, this deal is hard to pass up.

So, wait for the 500 or would a 600R be ok?

seruzawa · 06-24-2009, 08:02 AM

The chances of being seriously injured or killed if you get an R6 as a first bike are about 70%. You really should stick with the Ninja500 for a couple years.

longride · 06-24-2009, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seruzawa

The chances of being seriously injured or killed if you get an R6 as a first bike are about 70%. You really should stick with the Ninja500 for a couple years.

100% on that. Walk before you run. When you fall, and you will, it will hurt less at slower speeds.

The_AirHawk · 06-24-2009, 10:07 AM

You sure this isn't another KPaul Troll?

"equi_jumper"?

longride · 06-24-2009, 10:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The_AirHawk

You sure this isn't another KPaul Troll?

"equi_jumper"?

Unless he is traveling it isn't him, but I have recently learned that anything is possible with that psychopath.

equi_jumper · 06-24-2009, 11:08 AM

Well, firstly I wasn't talking about the R6. I'm talking about the 600R. Two different bikes. The 600R has less power - and is supposevly a good starter bike, especially if you are going to be traveling.

But, i'm pretty sure it's not another Troll.

The_AirHawk · 06-24-2009, 11:17 AM

600R = R6 predecessor.

While better as a first bike, not really what I'd call "newbie friendly". Still has the (comparitively) high-strung mannerisms of a typical supersport.

Every person is different in what they can handle. You asked our Opinion.

Survey Sez:.................. Not so hot..........

equi_jumper · 06-24-2009, 11:24 AM

I understand what you're saying, but as it was I was asking about a certain something - not about another, so I had to clarify that. The salesman at the store (no, I wouldn't ever buy new - I was buying boots) tried to sell me something outragous, a 900 something or another.

I'm not completely naive to this sort of thing, but I appreciate the help with it. I figured it still wouldn't be super friendly, but I thought i'd ask around first.

seruzawa · 06-24-2009, 11:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by equi_jumper

Well, firstly I wasn't talking about the R6. I'm talking about the 600R. Two different bikes. The 600R has less power - and is supposevly a good starter bike, especially if you are going to be traveling.

But, i'm pretty sure it's not another Troll.

Ignore the KP comments. Some people have that guy on the brain.

In any case the 600R is not much better as a beginner's bike. Who tells people these things? You can do what you want but most of us have been riding for 30 years or more and all will tell you to start out on something smaller. You are learning and do not have the judgement to deal properly with the power available for the 600s. This is not a criticism. This is true of all new riders. If you don't believe it check out the insurance rates on various bikes. There's a reason that insurance on bikes like that run thousands per year.

If you were learning to fly would you insist on flying a P-51 for your first plane? I bet you wouldn't. The same principle applies here. Use good judgment and start out on something easier to ride. We are interested in you surviving and becoming a lifelong enthusiast... not another statistic.

equi_jumper · 06-24-2009, 11:31 AM

If I didn't trust your instinct with your experience in riding I wouldn't have posted here. I found the whole "beginners bike" thing through googling, of course - Lol. People you know, pretending to act like they know it all

I do not take it as criticism. I rode my MSF course with 5 guys who had been riding all their life - and me, the beginner female who didn't even know how to barely work the clutch. I shared my dump - trust me, Lol... right after I completed my test almost perfectly... it wasn't that the bike got away from me, or that I couldn't handle it - it was a newbie mistake of not paying enough attention (aka, cement blocks in the parking lot) so yes, I do understand that there is still a lot to learn and that the power of a 600 is probably far greater than what I should try and fathom at this time - and this post concluded that - so thank you.

06-24-2009, 07:55 AM	#1
equi_jumper Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 5	Just starting out (questions) Hi, well recently (as in, last weekend) I took my MSF course - good times. I have been riding 2up with my boyfriend for about a year now, and I decided I finally wanted my own bike. My boyfriend owns a Yamaha YZF 600R. Now, I putted around on the Suzuki GS250 just fine in the course - even kind of got bored. I'm definietely looking for a sport bike - and we found me and nice Yammy 600R for sale - (no purchase yet) - would that be too much for my first starter bike? We were originally looking at the Ninja 500's... which is fine with me... but, this deal is hard to pass up. So, wait for the 500 or would a 600R be ok?

06-24-2009, 08:02 AM	#2
seruzawa Robby Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: 8501 ft. Posts: 16,803	The chances of being seriously injured or killed if you get an R6 as a first bike are about 70%. You really should stick with the Ninja500 for a couple years. __________________ I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched c-beams glitter in the dark near the Tanhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in the rain.

06-24-2009, 10:07 AM	#4
The_AirHawk Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Livin' in a Van: down by the Mariana Trench Posts: 10,891	You sure this isn't another KPaul Troll? "equi_jumper"? __________________ *Parfois, on fait pas semblant* Sometimes, it's not pretend Oderint Dum Metuant Let them hate so long as they fear политики предпочитают безоружных крестьян Politicians Prefer Unarmed Peasants Nothing to see here, Citizen. Move along now...

06-24-2009, 11:17 AM	#7
The_AirHawk Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Livin' in a Van: down by the Mariana Trench Posts: 10,891	600R = R6 predecessor. While better as a first bike, not really what I'd call "newbie friendly". Still has the (comparitively) high-strung mannerisms of a typical supersport. Every person is different in what they can handle. You asked our Opinion. Survey Sez:.................. Not so hot.......... __________________ *Parfois, on fait pas semblant* Sometimes, it's not pretend Oderint Dum Metuant Let them hate so long as they fear политики предпочитают безоружных крестьян Politicians Prefer Unarmed Peasants Nothing to see here, Citizen. Move along now...

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06-24-2009, 11:08 AM	#6
equi_jumper Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 5	Well, firstly I wasn't talking about the R6. I'm talking about the 600R. Two different bikes. The 600R has less power - and is supposevly a good starter bike, especially if you are going to be traveling. But, i'm pretty sure it's not another Troll.

06-24-2009, 11:24 AM	#8
equi_jumper Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 5	I understand what you're saying, but as it was I was asking about a certain something - not about another, so I had to clarify that. The salesman at the store (no, I wouldn't ever buy new - I was buying boots) tried to sell me something outragous, a 900 something or another. I'm not completely naive to this sort of thing, but I appreciate the help with it. I figured it still wouldn't be super friendly, but I thought i'd ask around first.

06-24-2009, 11:31 AM	#10
equi_jumper Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 5	If I didn't trust your instinct with your experience in riding I wouldn't have posted here. I found the whole "beginners bike" thing through googling, of course - Lol. People you know, pretending to act like they know it all I do not take it as criticism. I rode my MSF course with 5 guys who had been riding all their life - and me, the beginner female who didn't even know how to barely work the clutch. I shared my dump - trust me, Lol... right after I completed my test almost perfectly... it wasn't that the bike got away from me, or that I couldn't handle it - it was a newbie mistake of not paying enough attention (aka, cement blocks in the parking lot) so yes, I do understand that there is still a lot to learn and that the power of a 600 is probably far greater than what I should try and fathom at this time - and this post concluded that - so thank you.