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Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 2:53 am
by MurcielagoR-GT
The only reason I was second guessing buying the 636 was b/c I was not sure about their reliability. But, from you guys have said they are great about it.
thanks
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 3:59 am
by CustomZ
ZooTech wrote:benefital wrote:hey i would say jump on them take em' for a spin (if you can)[/quotey have security escort me out of the building. The only time I've ever seen it offered is at Honda Homecoming, but they mostly offer scooter demos rides.
one of the best things is demo days but they don't come around to often. you just have to remember the dealer wants your money and if getting your money means a text ride they should let you but each dealer is different. another way is to try private sale and test it then buy it at a dealer
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 3:57 pm
by High_Side
benefital wrote:you just have to remember the dealer wants your money and if getting your money means a text ride they should let you but each dealer is different. another way is to try private sale and test it then buy it at a dealer
Please excuse me for asking the obvious: Why? Finding the bike you want privately is by far the best way to go. Save yourself comission, sales tax, mark-up etc.....
Posted: Wed Aug 17, 2005 4:22 pm
by kwong2001
last time I checked the 636 isn't race legal
Posted: Thu Aug 18, 2005 8:29 am
by CustomZ
[quote="High_Side] Please excuse me for asking the obvious: Why? Finding the bike you want privately is by far the best way to go. Save yourself comission, sales tax, mark-up etc.....[/quote]
I agree with you thats the way i bought my bike Privately but ZooTech
wrote
"Are motorcycle test rides offered in every state other than Ohio or something? I see people recommending this route all the time on these forums but if I were to ask any dealer in this area if I could take a ride on one of their bikes they'd probably have security escort me out of the building. The only time I've ever seen it offered is at Honda Homecoming, but they mostly offer scooter demos rides."
Posted: Fri Aug 19, 2005 12:50 pm
by MurcielagoR-GT
kwong2001 wrote:last time I checked the 636 isn't race legal
It is in the
http://www.cmraracing.com In the AMA series it isn't but in local racing it is.
Posted: Sat Aug 20, 2005 12:34 am
by High_Side
kwong2001 wrote:last time I checked the 636 isn't race legal
I don't think he mentioned racing....
Posted: Sat Aug 20, 2005 5:44 am
by kwong2001
It's always something to consider
Posted: Sun Aug 21, 2005 12:09 am
by PhilD9er
I'm only first hand familiar with the Honda and the Yamaha, and I'd give the nod to the R6, even as a Honda guy. Something about that engine...
I'm sure the Kawasaki is reliable. They haven't put a foot wrong in a while.There is no more spoiled buyer than the 600 sport bike buyer these days. These are all excellent machines, but go with which one works for you and feels right. Don't listen to magazines when the bikes are this good and well matched. It's a matter of personal taste.
Re: R6 vs 636 vs 600RR
Posted: Sun Aug 21, 2005 12:34 pm
by Lion_Lady
MurcielagoR-GT wrote:I am completely stumped as to which of the three to buy.
636
The Good: completely new bike/engine this year, great styling, has won almost all of the magazine shootouts
The Bad: I am not sure how kawasaki does on reliablity??
R6
The Good: finishes a close second to the 636 in all aspects
The Bad: outdated body styling, abrupt throttle
600RR
The Good: its a honda, black paint is awesome
The Bad: hard seat, expensive, a little slower
Which one would you choose and why?
What is your riding experience??? How many miles have you logged?
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