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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

What's your opinion of a gsxr 600 for a first bike?

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By *ushandkittyCouple
over a year ago

Gloucester

I just got a gsx750f for my first bike, am loving it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Fun but guaranteed you'll want the 750 or the 1000 within 12 months

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My ex went for the sv650 for his first bike

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"What's your opinion of a gsxr 600 for a first bike?"

It's a good bike, can't recommend it though as it really is a question of fit.

Got to take it on a test ride of 20 miles or more see if it feels right.

I love my ZZR600 but being a bit on the tall side I can only ride it short distances, so use my bigger bikes most of the time.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm a lambretta man personally ts1 is what I want

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Nothing wrong with a gsxr600 ( i have one) they will only go as fast as you open the throttle just be careful especially if its your 1st big bike

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A very good reliable sports bike... can only say it's personal preference tho as previously said it's worth trying out a few to see what fits...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Go for the 750 gixer 600's are nice enough but the 7 is almost as quick as a thou and handles almost as nimbly as the six.

Any bike only goes as fast as you want it too and without doubt you will be bored with a six within a year of peeved off with the amount of gear changes trying to keep it at boiling point.

Personal opinion only

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By *oe_Steve_NWestCouple
over a year ago

Bolton

Its quite a skitish bike for your first 1 and the plastics cost a lot to repair when you drop it and you will drop it for sure. Fit crash bungs asap as this will save you loads in the long run. would buy a 600 honda hornet as cheap as chips dead easy to sell on as you will wanna sell within 6 months for a bigger bike for sure

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By *andp01Couple
over a year ago

here n there

"What's your opinion of a gsxr 600 for a first bike?"

Too powerful for a first big bike, I know you will say " I wont go fast" but if its got it you will use it and that's where accidents live !

Enjoy your biking this is where you really start to learn, ride defensively and don't forget your lifesavers, they aint called that for no reason

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By *ire_bladeMan
over a year ago

Manchester

As most have said its personal preference. For me it would be a cbr6 or as someone said up there a zzr600. But what ever you choose be carfull and learn your skills. Passing your test is the start or learning to ride it means you have the basics nothing more after your test is when you really learn to ride and mistakes hurt you and your pocket. Best of luck

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By *ldrunner69Man
over a year ago

lutterworth

My first bike was a Suzuki Bandit 600 and as others have said, for you first bike a 600 is plenty. You will then gain the experience to move up and faster too. I had a Blackbird.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"My first bike was a Suzuki Bandit 600 and as others have said, for you first bike a 600 is plenty. You will then gain the experience to move up and faster too. I had a Blackbird."

Yeah experience is everything... I've been to track days and seen good riders on 125 aprillias make the Sunday superbike boys look slow...

whatever you get never forget those idiots are pulling out on you and they defo don't see you...

Ride safe ride free

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By *ire_bladeMan
over a year ago

Manchester

"My first bike was a Suzuki Bandit 600 and as others have said, for you first bike a 600 is plenty. You will then gain the experience to move up and faster too. I had a Blackbird.

Yeah experience is everything... I've been to track days and seen good riders on 125 aprillias make the Sunday superbike boys look slow...

whatever you get never forget those idiots are pulling out on you and they defo don't see you...

Ride safe ride free

xx"

I love the kids on 125s fuck they show balls or stupidity delete as you see fit

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Great first big bike, would recommend but you'll soon join the 1000cc club

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I love the kids on 125s fuck they show balls or stupidity delete as you see fit

think it's both lol

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thanks all.

I've ridden crossers but this will be my first road bike.

Was looking to get a used bike no more than £3500 to learn on then up grade in 12 months time.

Looked around and considered cruisers and trails but have fallen for the gsxr.

Think it will be the bike for me.

Appreciate the advice given.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Nothing wrong with a gsxr600 ( i have one) they will only go as fast as you open the throttle just be careful especially if its your 1st big bike"

My first was a yamaha divvy. My latest bike an sv650.

Next year I'm gonna get me a new bike....not sure what yet. I like the new yams. I like the new xj1300 but looks heavy.

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By *eckandcarlCouple
over a year ago

leicester

Good bike for next step up !!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

First ever bike?

Or first big bike?

If first ever, wrong choice. It's a bike designed to go racing. It has lights and a number plate.

If you are after something to get comfortable on. Something like an Suzuki sv is more aimed at Road riding

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By *ire_bladeMan
over a year ago

Manchester

"First ever bike?

Or first big bike?

If first ever, wrong choice. It's a bike designed to go racing. It has lights and a number plate.

If you are after something to get comfortable on. Something like an Suzuki sv is more aimed at Road riding "

Or even a vfr but possibly a little heavy

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By *ittall2020Man
over a year ago

Norwich

GSXR6 is pretty lively for a first bike,I'd go for something a little tamer for a bit initially - would also help your insurance premiums too.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

After a ten year break, I bought a CBR 600. Superb bike to re - introduce myself to. Yes you've made a good choice.

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By *my-blackTV/TS
over a year ago

Poole

"Its quite a skitish bike for your first 1 and the plastics cost a lot to repair when you drop it and you will drop it for sure. Fit crash bungs asap as this will save you loads in the long run. would buy a 600 honda hornet as cheap as chips dead easy to sell on as you will wanna sell within 6 months for a bigger bike for sure "

This

gets my vote

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thanks all

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well this thread isn't what I thought it would be but here's mine;

If you sit directly behind my van I can't see you.

If you sit right on my rear right corner, I spend more time than I'd like trying to watch you, trying to guess when you'll blip round me and cut back in too soon. It's really distracting.

You're the vulnerable one; please at least try to help me not to kill you. I try really hard not to but some of you seem intent on it.

Be safe

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"please at least try to help me not to kill you. I try really hard not to but some of you seem intent on it.

Be safe

Thank you, I do try to make eye contact through the mirror, only to see if there is a naked woman driving of course

but sound advice.

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By *stmateMan
over a year ago

Notts

Try a naked, triumph street triple. U will be pleasantly surprised and insurance won't be as hard on you

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The person riding is ultimately in control over how fast or slow they want their bike to go.

If you can trust yourself and show restraint...any bike is good.

Failing that...get some advanced riding training done.

Dave

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By *eavenNhellCouple
over a year ago

carrbrook stalybridge

"Well this thread isn't what I thought it would be but here's mine;

If you sit directly behind my van I can't see you.

If you sit right on my rear right corner, I spend more time than I'd like trying to watch you, trying to guess when you'll blip round me and cut back in too soon. It's really distracting.

You're the vulnerable one; please at least try to help me not to kill you. I try really hard not to but some of you seem intent on it.

Be safe

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also where it says "think bike " it should also say "biker think " as to many don't before making stupid manouvers around my truck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Cbr 600 would be my preference bit less vibey and more comfortable.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As a biker who's mainly ridden off road (enduros), my road bikes have been big trail bike or supermoto style. Unless you really have got your heart set on a road bike, in which case plenty of good advice already given, don't discount a supermoto. The riding position you are used to with lots of rubber as well! KTM or even an older CCM R30..which is a ridiculously fun crazy thing! Ok, about 110mph tops, but you don't want to lose your licence anyway! Just don't think about taking a pillion....

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