Yamaha R6

[AWP]

What would you guys consider a fair price for an 03 R6? What about the 04 R6?

[CjrJAM]

04 new? I would pay no more than MSRP (8000).
03 of course cheaper but it's gonna be very close to the price of a new 04. :cool:

[GPTECHMAN]

I say 6 for an 03

04 7k

[GPTECHMAN]

why?????

[CjrJAM]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
I say 6 for an 03

04 7k
7 for an 04?!?!?! How you figure?

[GPTECHMAN]

cause Im TECH and I can find sh!t like that...that how I figure...plus I know people who know people who steal from people

[CjrJAM]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
cause Im TECH and I can find sh!t like that...that how I figure...plus I know people who know people who steal from people
Come on now, as Cuba said "SHOW ME THE MONEY"
Sounds like AWP is pretty set on getting a new/new to him bike. "TECH" betta produce....











You my boy and all and I don't doubt the skillz but :rolleyes:

[GPTECHMAN]

OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH


are you serious


Senthil give me the money and Ill have you a bike.....
I know one with a crappy Yoshimura pipe

Dude...that is why I will never buy new because of the resale value after the first year.

Im just saying thats about market price

[CjrJAM]

lol, buying used has it's pros and cons. As far as a bike is concerned I will always buy new. IMO

[Rydeordiechick1]

To answer your Avatar, you should get the Yamaha R6, those are better chick magnets then the Honda's in my opinion.

[AWP]

haha yah, I think its coming down to price really. Whatever bike it is, I am pretty much set on the black / liquid silver [what do yall think about the liquid silver 04?]
Right now I think I am leaning towards an R6 but only time will tell.

Also I will be sellin my 250 if anyone is interested, will post more info in a week or so.

[AWP]

Do you think 7500 is possible? or am I just dreaming... from what I read 600rr's go for about 8000-8500 so thats a lotta extra cash for a bike with about the same performace wise [if not worse]

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Liquid Silver 04 looks bad in my opinion because of the shiny mid-panels and flames (see attached).

2003 version is kick-ass, but I am biased. ;)

I paid $8,575 OTD for a new bike last March.

[GPTECHMAN]

you can get an RR or 03 R6 for 6500 easy

04 liquid silver with flames......I dont know

yeah flames:errf:

[AWP]

Yeah thats exactly what I was thinking, 03 looks pretty damn sweet tho - is the ignition coil a big problem with it?

[dre_2k2_f4i]

You should really sit on the bikes and figure out which one you feel better on top of, and stick with your guns on it.

I should have done that when I got my F4i. I did do that for the R6 and have never been happier (everyone was telling me to get a YZF600 or another F4i or an SV650).

But if you want my biased opinion: the R6 seems a great choice because of the abundance of stock parts at good prices (check out the R6 forum!), the amount of users on this board that have Yamaha's (support), and the styling (rear hugger is stock, rear undertray is stock), and they are "easier" to maintain (oil drain bolt and filter are easily accessible, draining the coolant is a breeze, changing the sparkplugs... uh... okay, so that's a *****, but I'm sure it is on every bike).

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by AWP
Yeah thats exactly what I was thinking, 03 looks pretty damn sweet tho - is the ignition coil a big problem with it?
Not with the '04 (or so I hear). I had my ignition coils replaced, and slathered them with di-electric grease, and the bike is performing well.

...just don't ride in the rain or wash your bike with a hose?

[GPTECHMAN]

Senthil, I think that you really havent been on that 250 that long, and I know that you could ride the piss out of it...Ive seen it.

I went up north and rode some guys and Gary Jaehne was riding on a bone stock 250 leading the FAST group. If you get another bike I think that you should really consider an F3 or SV

Its a better transition and in the long run I think it will may you a more competent rider

same with Dre...lots of parts and cheap upkeep

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
you can get an RR or 03 R6 for 6500 easy

04 liquid silver with flames......I dont know

yeah flames:errf:
Oh yeah??? So where's your Yamaha, GP TECK MAN?

I hear you can get the bikes cheaper out of state. Fly to Ohio and visit Chuck, then ride home (the long way) so you have over 7,000 miles (or whatever the required amount is) when you register it here in California... or borrow someone's odometer on the list (you could use mine, but it might degregate its resale value because of high mileage - 26,000).

Where have you been looking? When I was looking for a bike, I saw some great deals in Arizona.

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
Senthil, I think that you really havent been on that 250 that long, and I know that you could ride the piss out of it...Ive seen it.

I went up north and rode some guys and Gary Jaehne was riding on a bone stock 250 leading the FAST group. If you get another bike I think that you should really consider an F3 or SV

Its a better transition and in the long run I think it will may you a more competent rider

same with Dre...lots of parts and cheap upkeep
Oh, don't know that I've ever met Senthil -- yeah, listen to Sean, he knows his shizzle.

As for me -- I plan to make my bike track-only quite soon. For the streets, I am will be looking into an SV650, FZR 600, Speed Four, and some others; or not ride the streets at all.

[GPTECHMAN]

Originally posted by dre_2k2_f4i
Oh yeah??? So where's your Yamaha, GP TECK MAN?

I hear you can get the bikes cheaper out of state. Fly to Ohio and visit Chuck, then ride home (the long way) so you have over 7,000 miles (or whatever the required amount is) when you register it here in California... or borrow someone's odometer on the list (you could use mine, but it might degregate its resale value because of high mileage - 26,000).

Where have you been looking? When I was looking for a bike, I saw some great deals in Arizona.

Trade secret, but they are out there.


No Yamaha for me...I honestly think that I couldn't have found a better bike for myself. I LOVE MY BIKE

I have to crash it to make me do stuff to it.

Love the fuel injection, power, stability, AND SUSPENSION!!!!!!!!

If you get the F3 or SV you'll be saving yourself half the money....plus its nice to own your bike outright:D

[AWP]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
Senthil, I think that you really havent been on that 250 that long, and I know that you could ride the piss out of it...Ive seen it.

I went up north and rode some guys and Gary Jaehne was riding on a bone stock 250 leading the FAST group. If you get another bike I think that you should really consider an F3 or SV

Its a better transition and in the long run I think it will may you a more competent rider

same with Dre...lots of parts and cheap upkeep

Yeah definately plenty to think about, I have about 3000 miles on this bike but no clue what the magic number should be to move up [been told its when your comfy, but I have no clue when that is - I think I am, but wouldn't be supprised if my idea of what is comfy is way off].

What do ya guys think about the 04 and 03 600RR stylings?

http://powersports.honda.com/images/model/c028_029_030_031_photos_all/motorcycles/2003/CBR600RR/LargeHoriz/CBR600R_large_19.jpg

http://powersports.honda.com/images/model/c028_029_030_031_photos_all/motorcycles/2004/CBR600RR/LargeHoriz/CBR600R_large_03.jpg

[GPTECHMAN]

Originally posted by AWP
Yeah definately plenty to think about, I have about 3000 miles on this bike but no clue what the magic number should be to move up [been told its when your comfy, but I have no clue when that is - I think I am, but wouldn't be supprised if my idea of what is comfy is way off].

What do ya guys think about the 04 and 03 600RR stylings?

http://powersports.honda.com/images/model/c028_029_030_031_photos_all/motorcycles/2003/CBR600RR/LargeHoriz/CBR600R_large_19.jpg

http://powersports.honda.com/images/model/c028_029_030_031_photos_all/motorcycles/2004/CBR600RR/LargeHoriz/CBR600R_large_03.jpg

Get the 03'

the 04 looks waaaaaaaaay sicker
but all you need is some hypercycle/ butmoto stickers and your set

[GPTECHMAN]

Originally posted by dre_2k2_f4i
Oh, don't know that I've ever met Senthil -- yeah, listen to Sean, he knows his shizzle.

As for me -- I plan to make my bike track-only quite soon. For the streets, I am will be looking into an SV650, FZR 600, Speed Four, and some others; or not ride the streets at all.

Dre, SV for sure, speed four would be pimp....

[GPTECHMAN]

Senthil, there's got to be a sticker kit for that 03-04 conversion

[AWP]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
Get the 03'

the 04 looks waaaaaaaaay sicker
but all you need is some hypercycle/ butmoto stickers and your set

Wait confused, get 03 [plain black]? but 04 [with silver "lightning" sides] looks better?, also sean, how many miles / how long do you think moving up is a good idea?

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
If you get the F3 or SV you'll be saving yourself half the money....
I got insurance quotes from AAA, and they were not as cheap as I thought. I'd save maybe $300 a year.

plus its nice to own your bike outright:D [/B]
I used my tax return. Already there! ;)

[GPTECHMAN]

yeah, the honda "WINGS" look waaay better on the 04, but its not worth the extra cash...get the 03

[GPTECHMAN]

Originally posted by dre_2k2_f4i
I got insurance quotes from AAA, and they were not as cheap as I thought. I'd save maybe $300 a year.


I used my tax return. Already there! ;)

no I was talking about senthil buying a bike

7k for an 03 vs. a 95-98F3 or 99-02SV which would run aroun 3k


congrats on the purchase DRE!

[AWP]

Oh I get it - Yah I will probably go down to the dealer and see if I can get em to get a good price for the 04, its its near the cost of the 03 I will probably go with it. If not will just explain that if they dont get me a good price on the 04 I will just go with the 03 and put the stickers on myself :)
The 600RR was the bike that made me decide to get a bike - haha now I guess i am leanin for the RR, who knows :rolleyes:

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
no I was talking about senthil buying a bike
7k for an 03 vs. a 95-98F3 or 99-02SV which would run aroun 3k
congrats on the purchase DRE!
Oh, well I'm just post whoring, anyways. Sorry to jack your thread, Senthil!

If you want a biased opinion on how great the RR is, talk to my brother. ;)

[GPTECHMAN]

To each his own, but ave you ever SERIOUSLY considered an older bike?

I guess Im thinking with a poor student mentality

[AWP]

Originally posted by dre_2k2_f4i
Oh, well I'm just post whoring, anyways. Sorry to jack your thread, Senthil!

If you want a biased opinion on how great the RR is, talk to my brother. ;)

NP at all, the input is well apprecated

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
To each his own, but ave you ever SERIOUSLY considered an older bike?

I guess Im thinking with a poor student mentality

In all honesty, not really. I have the money for a new bike, and nothing else to spend it on [and nothing to save for]. So I just figured go for the new bike and not bother haveing to face any of the problems that go along with used [unless your lucky]

Sean/Andre - What do you guys think the appropriate/best amount of experience is needed before I move up to an R6/600RR?

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by AWP
Sean/Andre - What do you guys think the appropriate/best amount of experience is needed before I move up to an R6/600RR?
Aww, dude, don't ask me -- I hopped on an F4i right away and binged it after about 3,000 miles, then totalled it after 12,432 miles -- yeah, yeah, I am the reason why your insurance rates are so high. It seems to boil down to maturity -- two serious accidents beat maturity and humbleness into me; and hearing about others reinforce the lessons.

Right now, everyone tells me the R6 is incorrect for the riding I do (travelling and freeways). But I love the bike, and will happily travel to the ends of the earth on it. Anyone want to do an Iron Butt (http://www.ironbutt.com/ridecerts/getdocument.cfm?DocID=1) with me?

[GPTECHMAN]

Well, its all depends...I still havent gone on that ride with you, but Ive seen a lot of riders get an new R6 and RR as a first bike, and even with all that technology and stats, they probably aren't as proficient rider as others like Jiggy, Burst, and Deno to name a few. These guys always come to mind because they are all great riders and have figured out how to draw out and handle their bikes near limit. There is no experience requirement for any bike, but I tend to feel that someone who has an SV usually has a better attitude towards riding and progression in learning techniques. Therefore their basic skills are honed and if they choose to switch to an inline 4 600 they have all the resources to learn how to use that bike to its capability.

[GPTECHMAN]

Originally posted by dre_2k2_f4i
Aww, dude, don't ask me -- I hopped on an F4i right away and binged it after about 3,000 miles, then totalled it after 12,432 miles -- yeah, yeah, I am the reason why your insurance rates are so high. It seems to boil down to maturity -- two serious accidents beat maturity and humbleness into me; and hearing about others reinforce the lessons.

Right now, everyone tells me the R6 is incorrect for the riding I do (travelling and freeways). But I love the bike, and will happily travel to the ends of the earth on it. Anyone want to do an Iron Butt (http://www.ironbutt.com/ridecerts/getdocument.cfm?DocID=1) with me?


andre no on the iron butt....more like piercing wrists for me...


I do think that maturity plays an important part, and I think rushing into buying a supersport 600 after only 3k on a bike may tell you something right there...

There is such a big mentality that you have to have the most powerful and nimble handling bike ever....when it boils down to it, you give bryant your 250 and Im on my gixxer and guess who will be faster?

Not that being fast it the end all, but learning the basic techniques can allow you to avoid hazards, be more comfortable in all situations, and overall ride safer.

[GPTECHMAN]

You got some extra cash, have you even gotten your leathers yet?

[AWP]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
You got some extra cash, have you even gotten your leathers yet?

Yeah I got my jacket and gloves [one I all ready got]. Pickin up boots and either a 1pc or a pant for my jacket in a week or two [both prbly a*] .

[dre_2k2_f4i]

*sigh* I wish I had that problem of having money and not knowing what to do with it. :D

Mebbe look into getting more track days in!!! If I had known how exciting and safe and educational (in a good way) track days are, I maybe would have bought a cheaper bike and spent more money on track days and instructions.

[CjrJAM]

Originally posted by AWP
So I just figured go for the new bike and not bother haveing to face any of the problems that go along with used [unless your lucky]
Exactly, I say you get the new bike. If you got the cash, treat yourself to something you can baby from the get go. At this point you have already made the decision to get something else and no matter what we say it won't get it out of your mind.(I am the exact same way):-p
I think you were mature enough to get a smaller bike to introduce you to the sport and it sounds like you're ready to go up. Most of us just jump on the first bike we see and don't think twice, sounds like you're past that. :cool:

[AWP]

Originally posted by dre_2k2_f4i
*sigh* I wish I had that problem of having money and not knowing what to do with it. :D

Mebbe look into getting more track days in!!! If I had known how exciting and safe and educational (in a good way) track days are, I maybe would have bought a cheaper bike and spent more money on track days and instructions.

Haha, I wouldnt exactly say that.
250's arent really the most powerful bike but perhaps there is a lot more I can learn - hell it redlines on top gear at 100 :errf: - But definately plenty to think about thanks again :D

[AWP]

Anyone know of a good 250 rider that I could see if I can follow without pushing myself? Figure its a good way to see if I really have gotten everything out of that thing that I can.

[GPTECHMAN]

how about we trade bikes for a day

[GPTECHMAN]

also its nice to have back up money if anything goes wrong...




turn 11:)

[AWP]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
how about we trade bikes for a day

haha you serious? - gixxer right?

[GPTECHMAN]

let me heal, lets do a little run see where you are at and then take it from there...

[GPTECHMAN]

why dont you rent one from sportbikerentals.com

[AWP]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
let me heal, lets do a little run see where you are at and then take it from there...

Always down for a nice run, and I will finally get to meet ya in person - Look forward to it :)
Dont get me wrong, I am in no way looking to rush into gettin a new bike, just would like to some time just gotta figure when :errf:

[GPTECHMAN]

well back to the issue...Ive ridden both

I like the R6's top end and overall feel
handling in corners feels stable, front fork dive is minimal and always feels planted, better midrange than the RR
brakes are great

have to give the RR a better rate on flickability...mass centralization...you can totally feel it
brakes are a touch better on the RR than on the R6...aka...slammed my nutz harder into the tank on the RR then the R6

very linear...easy to use and is deceptive on how fast you are going...smooth in turn and stable as sh!t in the turn...

plus you gotta love the undertail exhaust and styling.
suspension is phenom on this bike as well....both throttle response is great since they are both FI, but Id say that the RR was a little touchier(NOTE: can be smoothed out with a PC...plus didnt have as much ride time on the RR) do not really take this into consideration as a con for the RR.

essentially you can't go wrong....I feel that the honda will be less maintenance
food for thought

[Crash716]

dude get the RR....I love the bike...plus you can't swing a dead cat on the mountain with out hitting a R6. If you have certain questions about the RR let me know. As far as midrange goes.....the CBR has the most horsepower (besides the 636) and the fit and finish is above and beyond all other bikes out there. Throttle response is very choppy till you get used to it. I got the PC3 and went down one tooth in the front and it is great now.

As far as the suspension goes you'll have to get it set up cause out of the box she was a little sketchy under heavy braking and accel. but once you get it set up it is very predictable and ohhhh sooooo forgiving. i have put myself in some precarious situations with my bike and everytime the sweet suspension has saved my dumb A$$!

Go Honda!!!

[Philo]

You're welcome to try out my 636 as well, if you let me ride the deuce fiddy. Next Easy company ride we can switch if you want.

[GPTECHMAN]

Originally posted by Crash716
dude get the RR....I love the bike...plus you can't swing a dead cat on the mountain with out hitting a R6. If you have certain questions about the RR let me know. As far as midrange goes.....the CBR has the most horsepower (besides the 636) and the fit and finish is above and beyond all other bikes out there. Throttle response is very choppy till you get used to it. I got the PC3 and went down one tooth in the front and it is great now.

As far as the suspension goes you'll have to get it set up cause out of the box she was a little sketchy under heavy braking and accel. but once you get it set up it is very predictable and ohhhh sooooo forgiving. i have put myself in some precarious situations with my bike and everytime the sweet suspension has saved my dumb A$$!

Go Honda!!!

It may have more peak horsepower but I bet my gixxer and the R6(kawi of course being superior to either) have more midrange...

[Crash716]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
It may have more peak horsepower but I bet my gixxer and the R6(kawi of course being superior to either) have more midrange...

Bring IT gurlfrend!!!

[GPTECHMAN]

lol...poor little RR

[GPTECHMAN]

Im a honda man anyways

[Crash716]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
Im a honda man anyways


WORD!

[pgold21]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
You got some extra cash, have you even gotten your leathers yet?

So where are you supposed to try on suits? I'm looking for a 2-pc suit for the versatility, and I'd love to buy from buymoto but I'd at least like to try on for size at the local shops. Seems like the selection is very limited. I've tried South Bay, El Cajon Motorsports, and HoM. Any other obvious one's I'm missing? I'm thinking of heading to Cycle Gear and FBC tomorrow.

And as for the 'experience,' just because I put miles on the road doesn't mean I'm doing things correctly. What would be the better choice to get your technique critiqued and learn proper, the MSF experienced rider course or just some track time?

[GPTECHMAN]

I would say track time, with an instructor, CLASS, DP safety, keith code, or any trackday that will have an instructor critic you and have you follow your lines....


Try HOM they would have the best selection for full suits, FBC's selection is weak...at cycle gear all they'll have is FRANK THOMAS

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by Crash716
plus you can't swing a dead cat on the mountain with out hitting a R6.
Must be doing something right! ;)

...not that I am biased.

Originally posted by pgold21
What would be the better choice to get your technique critiqued and learn proper, the MSF experienced rider course or just some track time?
Sean's suggestions are best. Also, critique yourself. Try to figure out what you're doing right and wrong. Have you read Twist of the Wrist I and II? The Pace by Nick Ientasch (http://www.hypercycles.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1204)? Lots of good resources you can tap into off the bike.

[AWP]

Originally posted by pgold21
So where are you supposed to try on suits? I'm looking for a 2-pc suit for the versatility, and I'd love to buy from buymoto but I'd at least like to try on for size at the local shops. Seems like the selection is very limited. I've tried South Bay, El Cajon Motorsports, and HoM. Any other obvious one's I'm missing? I'm thinking of heading to Cycle Gear and FBC tomorrow.

And as for the 'experience,' just because I put miles on the road doesn't mean I'm doing things correctly. What would be the better choice to get your technique critiqued and learn proper, the MSF experienced rider course or just some track time?

Cycle gear at san diego don't have alpinestar's suits [or a lot of suit selection for that matter]
I totally agree about the experience, I figure miles is just one aspect of that [arguably a key aspect]

[aznxhon3y]

hehe, i have to agree that the 03 silver one looks better than the 04 one.... but i like the blue 04 better than the 03.

[AWP]

After some thought, I think RR is a better idea [if and when I decide to get a new bike], seems [from ppl I have talked to] to be a lot more forgiving then the R6 and better balanced despite the heavier weight [which is nice since I am pretty short as it is, and can barely touch the ground].

Thanks for all the input :D

[GPTECHMAN]

Originally posted by AWP
Cycle gear at san diego don't have alpinestar's suits [or a lot of suit selection for that matter]
I totally agree about the experience, I figure miles is just one aspect of that [arguably a key aspect]

totally disagree on this senthil....you can have 30000 commuter miles but that dont mean shhhhhh!t

canyons and track are canyons and track

30000 canyon miles are different an even still, it depends on what kind of riding

[AWP]

Originally posted by GPTECHMAN
totally disagree on this senthil....you can have 30000 commuter miles but that dont mean shhhhhh!t

canyons and track are canyons and track

30000 canyon miles are different an even still, it depends on what kind of riding

Thats exactly what I meant, who knows when I'll get it but always nice to dream

[speedster1219]

I say get the bike that you want to get ..YOUR money..YOUR bike...

[AWP]

Originally posted by speedster1219
I say get the bike that you want to get ..YOUR money..YOUR bike...

Haha exactly, but at the same time I dont wanna die / get hurt. That's why I ask, value all your guys oppinions

[dre_2k2_f4i]

I've got your solution: buy both and keep your 250! :D

[AWP]

Originally posted by dre_2k2_f4i
I've got your solution: buy both and keep your 250! :D

Would be nice, but I dont have THAT much money :confused:

[AWP]

OK, so goin to some dealerships today - should I go for MSRP asking on 04 red r6? [$8000]

[GPTECHMAN]

Try LACYCLESPORTS....


in any case


just

DO IT!!!

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by AWP
OK, so goin to some dealerships today - should I go for MSRP asking on 04 red r6? [$8000] Best of luck. After scanning the R6 forum and SCS (I think), the asking price of a new R6 is insanely high. You know, Bryant is selling a really nice 600rr for a steal of a price! ;) (http://www.hypercycles.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=713)

[remusR6]

AWP...no one said anything about the 04 red one??
I really like the red one.And I think the way they blend the red with black on the bottom, the bike looks really COOL!!!
If the bottom part would have been all red too ...it would look too much of a bike(Like 04 Red Haybusa)But ...I think it was smart the way they combined the red and black on the bottom...easy to clean too, with the honda polish:-))
What do you guys think?? And, I just camed back from Alba Action Sports...and they have one in stock! Man?? I looked at the new Suzuki..looks good! You either hate it or you like it...but the possition on it it's to far up...a little bit of a rich to those handle bars...and I did not want to deal with it...Kawasaki?....I felt like I was on top of the gas tank....New Honda...feel too rough and unconfortable BUT LOOKS HOT!!! so....here we go back to the RED YZF-R6! In my books..it's the best!!! over all..parts accessories..suport...you name it!! And good confort at long rides..

What do you guys think??

Remus

[Akino]

yo senthil,

just take ur time into purchasing a bike. I think u did the right thing, by starting out w/ a 250. Any which way, its a lot of power for just two wheels.

As for a 6er, the red/black scheme is pretty sick. Probably y i got that scheme myself. :rockon:

As for you, i think u'll do just fine on any 600. Its all the power u'll need, unless otherwise...

[AWP]

Went to two dealerships - what do you guys think about 8600/8700? good/fair price? [04 r6 in "rapid red"]

[CjrJAM]

Originally posted by AWP
Went to two dealerships - what do you guys think about 8600/8700? good/fair price? [04 r6 in "rapid red"]
8000 OTD or take your business elsewhere, they can do that trust me. Have you asked Jeff from HOM to check for you?

[AWP]

I am actually back in San Jose... Went to two dealerships today and one was sayin 9500 :rolleyes: and then I got the other one down to 9000. I just think the demand on the R6 is just too high, from what I have read 8600 is considered a good price for it right now.

[CjrJAM]

Originally posted by AWP
I am actually back in San Jose... Went to two dealerships today and one was sayin 9500 :rolleyes: and then I got the other one down to 9000. I just think the demand on the R6 is just too high, from what I have read 8600 is considered a good price for it right now.
You financing or paying cash? If financing are you doing it through your choice of bank? If you gots the cash, walk up in the dealership and slap down the 8G's and betcha they'll bite.

[AWP]

cash :D - I dont know what, but financing bothers me - I hate oweing that much money

[remusR6]

The R6 red it's my favourite bike!! Awesome! Price wise...it's tough.Everyone it's over charging.I got mine 03 limited at HOM last year..The only one they had..and I payed 11.900$ for it!
They did not even want to negociate on it! They told me...we're going to sell this in a heart beat and around June...all Yamaha's 600 will be sould out!! And the dude was RIGHT! I called just to see..and June the end of the month last year...no yammies left.
Only eBay and outside Cali.I called everydealership in SD!!!

Anywhere, between 8-9000$ it's a fair price! I love thouse yamaha's so much that, I did not care how much they were going for..All I wanted was to buy one.Specially the black with the flames.
They had a contest via Internet...and that's how they came up with the design.Everyone voted for black with the flames..yeah:-))

But the 04' Red one it's SIC!!! I'm getting tired of silver and blue.That's all you see. They're nice..I love to see others riding them but not my choice.
Go for it! Go red!~

Remus

[CjrJAM]

Originally posted by AWP
cash :D - I dont know what, but financing bothers me - I hate oweing that much money
Try it, lemme know how it goes...just don't get all antsy and chomp at the bit when the sales guy tells you he can't or won't go down. YOU CAN DO IT! ;)

[CjrJAM]

Originally posted by remusR6
I payed 11.900$ for it!
OMG :holymoly: :doh:

[remusR6]

...well over that 8400$ they charged 2500 dealership fees...you know the crap they charge for putting the bike together,fees..and all that.Since you buy it new..
I hate sales people!! and dealers fees!!

But now..I know better!

Remus

[badiozam]

The R6 is an awesome bike. I just got off a GSXR-1000 and the handling of the R6 is far superior (though the instant speed of the GSXR is incredible).

If you want to ride around a curvy road, the R6 is it! I got mine @ around $12,000 OTD also. Taxes, assembly all kinds of crap. Financed through Alba at Poway. Probably not the wisest choice but I had a the biggest hard-on for that bike. I was telling myself not to buy a bike that day and just to test ride some, but to no avail. Saw the bike, had to have it. LOL.

I think I'll only regret it when it comes to time to sell it, cuz right now I'm having waay too much fun with it.

[druskizee]

bet yall can't fade 1800 for a 99 ninja zx-6r wih 10k miles and undertail and a jacket and two helmets and gloves :)

[Philo]

Originally posted by druskizee
bet yall can't fade 1800 for a 99 ninja zx-6r wih 10k miles and undertail and a jacket and two helmets and gloves :)

WHAT!?!?!?!?!?

What's wrong with it?

[gixxerx8]

Originally posted by badiozam
The R6 is an awesome bike. I just got off a GSXR-1000 and the handling of the R6 is far superior (though the instant speed of the GSXR is incredible).

If you want to ride around a curvy road, the R6 is it! I got mine @ around $12,000 OTD also. Taxes, assembly all kinds of crap. Financed through Alba at Poway. Probably not the wisest choice but I had a the biggest hard-on for that bike. I was telling myself not to buy a bike that day and just to test ride some, but to no avail. Saw the bike, had to have it. LOL.

I think I'll only regret it when it comes to time to sell it, cuz right now I'm having waay too much fun with it.

The R6 should handle better than the GSXR1000...but that's really not a fair comparison. I just wonder how come you paid OTD $12,000. Wow. Wow. I think I could have gotten the GSXR750 OTD for less than that...and it's BOTY.

[badiozam]

Honestly, I was blinded by the beauty of the bike also. I like the front and the way the lights look (though I do wish that the low beams would be the two outer lights, instead of one set of lights be the low beams, but ...)

I did ZERO shopping around and the first bike I saw I got. Ironically, I was telling myself that that was exactly what I was NOT going to do, but like I said, I fell in love with the machine. Love is blind.

Next bike won't be the same though. This R6 was my first true sports bike (I was coming off of a 250cc Virago).

Agreed on the unfair comparison of handling. An R1 vs a GSXR-1000 would be more fair but unfortunately, don't have access to one :P

To be fair, I do have to say that the easy throttle of GSXR was a great feeling. It's like power steering for the throttle, the revs jump like it's nothing!

[dre_2k2_f4i]

Originally posted by badiozam
I did ZERO shopping around and the first bike I saw I got. Ironically, I was telling myself that that was exactly what I was NOT going to do, but like I said, I fell in love with the machine. Love is blind.
That is why I never go bike shopping alone. I try to have someone with me that will drag my prying hands from the bike.

Although with the R6, it was total impulse with me as well. I was in the dealership to get an F4i (possibly a YZF600). But, I made the mistake of thinking, "hell, I'll throw my leg over the R6. I mean, what harm can it do?" (Some history: the R6 was always the bike I wanted, but in '02 it was too expensive and did not have FI like the F4i; I just like the way the bike felt and fit me). My friend was no help at all and actually encouraged me to just do what made me happy. So a few hours later I was riding home on an '03 R6.