FZ6R

[Nhsk8r20]

Hello everyone,

Im new to the forums and new to motorcycles in general. I was wondering what yalls thoughts on the new yamaha FZ6R as a starter bike. The people I have talked to at local shops say that im to big for a 250. Im hoping to get a bike with in the next month and im taking my MSF next weekend. Any input would help.

Thanks,

Nathan

[jimwallace]

I havent ridden one yet but from what i have read and heard it is an excellent starter bike. A 600 would be just fine for you to learn on, especially since it sounds like you have a sense of self control.

[Hi11Zone]

You'll be fine!

[ChrisCBX]

The FZ6R was discussed here a little bit.............

http://www.cosportbikeclub.org/forum...highlight=fz6r

[Nhsk8r20]

I have been reading reviews and what not and went to a dealer to check one out and sit on it. I just wanted some real riders thoughts on it. I have just heard that you should start out on a 250 and go from there and what not.

[Bueller]

You will sucumb to 600 envy if you buy a 250, but if you want ride a bike that will teach you how to ride, a 250 can be a lot of fun and after a season you will honestly be ready to move up rather than just replacing your crashed up bike.

I am 200lbs+ and the 250 gets around just fine.

If you do go with a 600 do yourself a favor and get an older one to learn on.....See previous reference about crashed bike.

[FZRguy]

Here ya go....nice SV650 for $4600.

http://denver.craigslist.org/mcy/1122760116.html

[King Nothing]

Here ya go....nice SV650 for $4600.

http://denver.craigslist.org/mcy/1122760116.html

Yes, that one is nice. n00b should buy it and swap exhaust with me.

[Tipys]

^^^Thats the same one that someone posted on here for sale. But yes buy an older bike for you first not a 1k or anything like that. But older it wont hurt much then seeing a brand new bike hit the ground.

[asp_125]

Entry level sportbikes: FZ6R, Ninja 650R, GSX-600F, SV650. All can be bought new, but your first bike should be pre-dropped so it won't hurt to see the new plastics scuffed up.

Unless you're up towards 250+ lbs, nobody's TOO BIG for a 250. The shops just want to upsell you. A 250 or 500 will teach you to be smooth to stay in the power, faster than a 600 can. That isn't to say you can't be as smooth, just that the smaller bikes have a greater margin for error.

Wait till after MSF to decide. You might come away with some revelations about the kind(s) of bikes you like.

[Think]

Entry level sportbikes: FZ6R, Ninja 650R, GSX-600F, SV650. All can be bought new, but your first bike should be pre-dropped so it won't hurt to see the new plastics scuffed up.

Ninja 500 and Suzuki GS500 could be added to that list.

[Nhsk8r20]

Unless you're up towards 250+ lbs, nobody's TOO BIG for a 250. The shops just want to upsell you. A 250 or 500 will teach you to be smooth to stay in the power, faster than a 600 can. That isn't to say you can't be as smooth, just that the smaller bikes have a greater margin for error.

Wait till after MSF to decide. You might come away with some revelations about the kind(s) of bikes you like.

Well i happen to be 6ft and around 260 but i plan on losing a lot of weight in the near future. I was going to talk to the MSF teachers also and get there input on it also and see how a 250 feels.

[Riverdog]

As a new rider myself, as I bought a bike at the beginning of last summer. I would not reccomend buying anything less than a 600; brand is just personal preference. they all have their strong and weak areas. I personally think unless your a very cautious chick that you are just throwing away money on a 250. Spend the money on a riding class, if you haven't already and go 600. Also I will mention that it is not a real good idea to go new with your first bike, because you will most likeley drop it early on. This is advise I did not heed and I droped my new bike in the first 1000 miles. No big deal now but was not happy that day. Besides buying a used 600 if bought right, you will be able to more easily jump up to a bigger bike in a season or two if you have developed the skills to do so. Good luck

Hello everyone,

Im new to the forums and new to motorcycles in general. I was wondering what yalls thoughts on the new yamaha FZ6R as a starter bike. The people I have talked to at local shops say that im to big for a 250. Im hoping to get a bike with in the next month and im taking my MSF next weekend. Any input would help.

Thanks,

Nathan

[Bueller]

As a new rider myself, as I bought a bike at the beginning of last summer. I would not reccomend buying anything less than a 600; brand is just personal preference. they all have their strong and weak areas. I personally think unless your a very cautious chick that you are just throwing away money on a 250. Spend the money on a riding class, if you haven't already and go 600. Also I will mention that it is not a real good idea to go new with your first bike, because you will most likeley drop it early on. This is advise I did not heed and I droped my new bike in the first 1000 miles. No big deal now but was not happy that day. Besides buying a used 600 if bought right, you will be able to more easily jump up to a bigger bike in a season or two if you have developed the skills to do so. Good luck

Learn how to ride then resell for basically what you bought it for, that's how these bikes work. And if you bin it, not the huge loss that a new 600 would be.

[Jim_Vess]

As a new rider myself, as I bought a bike at the beginning of last summer. I would not reccomend buying anything less than a 600; brand is just personal preference. they all have their strong and weak areas. I personally think unless your a very cautious chick that you are just throwing away money on a 250. Spend the money on a riding class, if you haven't already and go 600. Also I will mention that it is not a real good idea to go new with your first bike, because you will most likeley drop it early on. This is advise I did not heed and I droped my new bike in the first 1000 miles. No big deal now but was not happy that day. Besides buying a used 600 if bought right, you will be able to more easily jump up to a bigger bike in a season or two if you have developed the skills to do so. Good luck

Obviously you've never ridden a 250, except maybe in a class..

[Think]

As a new rider myself, as I bought a bike at the beginning of last summer. I would not reccomend buying anything less than a 600; brand is just personal preference. they all have their strong and weak areas. I personally think unless your a very cautious chick that you are just throwing away money on a 250. Spend the money on a riding class, if you haven't already and go 600. Also I will mention that it is not a real good idea to go new with your first bike, because you will most likeley drop it early on. This is advise I did not heed and I droped my new bike in the first 1000 miles. No big deal now but was not happy that day. Besides buying a used 600 if bought right, you will be able to more easily jump up to a bigger bike in a season or two if you have developed the skills to do so. Good luck

If you have NEVER ridden a bike before, a newer 600 is a very bad idea. The only reason I bought a 600 as my first bike was that I was able to ride two of my friend's bikes around a lot before I bought mine. And I still can't decide if it was the greatest idea to have gotten a 600 for my first bike.

A 500 or a twin 650 would be fine for a starter bike IMHO. However, I've only been riding for a year and I know there are a lot of very experienced riders on this board that can give you some advice.