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TeamONEinc · Wed Feb 15, 2006 5:27 pm

Whats up guys/ladies. I have finally started to seriously start inquiring about purchasing my first bike. I have read numerous different forums regarding the topic of the importance of getting a bike that you can handle rather than one that looks good.

My girlfriend ran across a guy at her work that is willing to sell his 2004 Honda 600RR to me for roughly 3500 miles on it. It has 8500 miles on it and has no major cosmetic flaws. He did admit that he dropped it once but I took a look at the bike and it was looking in pretty freaking good condition.

My prior experience with bikes entails me riding a 2005 Honda 600RR for about 10 miles, never exceeding 55mph. It was my first time and I actually had no problems.

The second time I rode was a friend of mines Yamaha R-6, again, not exceeding 50mph.

I have not been given much praise for choosing the 600RR as my first bike, but I would never have even really considered buying one until he offered me his. I am 6'3 220 and I felt pretty comfortable on the bike, and don't really plan on going on any 1,000 mile road trips.

I just want to be able to get out and ride with a bunch of guys from work. Is it really frowned upon to purchase a bike that many people consider a more advanced machine? I am not an immature individual who is looking forward to poppin wheelies or drivin 100mph. I was really just contempt with the whole 50mph feeling i got.

Also, I am looking into gear to buy, but cannot afford the top of the line stuff. I dont want cheap either. Whats a good brand that is not too expensive? Thanks.

Chad.

Also, does anyone have a 04 Honda 600RR thats willin to talk?

#2 Unread post by **Jamers!** » Wed Feb 15, 2006 5:29 pm

the 600RR is not really a new rider bike. While if you are safe and careful when you ride you can pull it off as a first bike. I would personally not adivse it. Its not gonna be very mistake friendly and has a tad bit to much power. I would say look at something with around 250-500CCs if your looking at sport bikes.

JWF

Wed Feb 15, 2006 5:35 pm

Look into taking the MSF in your area. It definitely wouldn't hurt to learn what they have to teach and, the more time you have to practice with someone skilled at spotting mistakes early before they turn into bad habits that you have to try and break.

I haven't made a first bike purchase yet myself so, I can't make any recommendations on first rides. Definitely look around these forums and the rest of the site though. There is some GREAT information here.

#4 Unread post by **Sev** » Wed Feb 15, 2006 5:53 pm

I have to agree with the above two posts. The CBR and Gixxer type bikes are relatively easy to handle when things are going right, good road no distractions, but when something goes wrong, a small mistake on your part becomes a big mistake on the part of the bike. It usually ends painfully after that.

And I'm not sure if you meant $3500 with 8500 miles on it, or $8500 with 3500miles on it.

The first is an amazing deal, to good to be true, and the second doesn't sound to bad from my end, but I think in Canadian dollars.

TeamONEinc · Wed Feb 15, 2006 6:05 pm

I have actually already registered to take the MSF here in Southern Cali. I realize the great advantages of purchasing a 250-500 bike, but I dont want to miss out on this bike. I am not worried of the immaturity that overcomes alot of people when they get these types of bikes because in all reality I would not allow myself to possess this. I have my background pending at the Department of Corrections for California and would not want to jeopardize anything by doing something stupid. I have two vehicles which are modified heavily and are used for race purposes on the track. My intention of the bike is not that at all.

I don't know if the opportunity I have found will present itself at a later date and therefore I want to jump on it...oh yeah, the guy is sellin it for 3500 dollars, 8500 miles, US currency. No mechanical problems whatsoever either. Just some rich guy wantin to help a poor one out.

#6 Unread post by **Kal** » Wed Feb 15, 2006 6:08 pm

I'm in froth mode from something else I've read so I apologise if I become harsh, it's not to do with you.

The CBR600-RR is a fully fledged race bike that takes maybe 10 mintues and a couple of screwdrivers to turn from a road legal machine to a privateer race bike.

Thr CBR, RR's especially, were designed to race on the track and then had bits bolted on so they were street legal afterwards. They arent teh soft option either, a recent magazine test of the R1 v's the R6 had the R1 beaten by a round a second on the circuit.

102.6bhp@13,450rpm with a top end of 160mph. I've seen allegations that she do 0-60 in 2,9 seconds.

Honda's standard CB500 generates roughly 50bhp and will still hit 94mph in the 1/4 mile. And in this Country the CB500 is recommended as a first bike for full licence holders in this country.

I fully believe you when you say you arent looking for a stunting/wheelie/racing machine, but that is what the CBR600RR is. For some bizzarre reason I like you after an entire post.

I very strongly suggest that you take the MSF try a couple of other bikes and find a beater to thrash for about 2,000 miles before putting this on the road. If this CBR is really that much of a steal then go ahead and buy it, just get a lot of experience riding something less demanding first. I'm reliably informed you will ride better for it.

#7 Unread post by **Jamers!** » Wed Feb 15, 2006 6:24 pm

TeamONEinc wrote:I have actually already registered to take the MSF here in Southern Cali. I realize the great advantages of purchasing a 250-500 bike, but I dont want to miss out on this bike. I am not worried of the immaturity that overcomes alot of people when they get these types of bikes because in all reality I would not allow myself to possess this. I have my background pending at the Department of Corrections for California and would not want to jeopardize anything by doing something stupid. I have two vehicles which are modified heavily and are used for race purposes on the track. My intention of the bike is not that at all.

I don't know if the opportunity I have found will present itself at a later date and therefore I want to jump on it...oh yeah, the guy is sellin it for 3500 dollars, 8500 miles, US currency. No mechanical problems whatsoever either. Just some rich guy wantin to help a poor one out.

there will always be anouther great deal. If you think you can handle the bike then get it. Not trying to say you cant, just that its not an easy bike to learn on. I would still advise a 250-500 bike but if you think this is the bike for you then go for it. Just be safe and keep the rubber side down.

JWF

#8 Unread post by **Sev** » Wed Feb 15, 2006 7:22 pm

$3500 for a bike that sells for about.. $9000 new... and it only has 9000 miles on it. Sounds to good to be true.

TeamONEinc · Wed Feb 15, 2006 8:05 pm

Thanks for the input. I love registering onto forums where knowledge is evident. My two cars that i race, all of the knowledge I have gained outside of my own experience comes from places like these. I appreciate the feedback.

I will listen to what you say as in reference in to getting some practice on another bike before i go ahead and take the Honda as my own. But, I am unable to probably finance a bike in the near future and therefore this deal is something that I am afraid to turn down. I am fortunate to have two vehicles as options to drive until I am confident enough to take my bike out daily.

I wont compare riding my two cars as to riding my bikes. But i do know how to respect a machine and its full capabilities. I do not doubt my abilities to drive the bike, but like you guys said, one mistake on a bike like the Honda, and I will learn the hard way.

thanks alot. you'll be sure to hear from me often now.

Chad.