Starting on a 600cc supersport question..?
Motorcycling is not about your weight or size, it's about balance and finesse. This is why women are so good at it. 8^) A 600cc bike is not too big for a first bike (IMO) but what's wrong with a supersport is the type of bike it is, not the size. A GSX-R or R6 is a single-purpose machine, a racing bike with license plates. Everything in its design is compromised to maximize speed and handling. The steering geometry is very sensitive, almost 'twitchy' so it takes more attention and even concentration. The high-performance engine has a narrow powerband so you have to keep it revved up near the redline to get the power out of it. The seat is small and hard because you get some road feedback through your butt. The riding position is extreme, putting stress on the wrists and lower back (which doesnt seem to bother the younger guys but I'm older and it gets really uncomfortable for me after about 15 min.) A bike like this is just not easy to ride, not good for beginners. Walk through your local motorcycle scrapyard and you'll see a dozen of these machines with less than 5000 miles on the clock and the forks bent back against the frame, or one side ground off, because some young guy wanted to learn on a supersport. They are really wonderful machines for what they are, true marvels of modern engineering. But not for beginners! If you absolutely have to have one, you should see it as something to work up to. You should learn to ride first on a 'standard', an all-purpose bike like a Ninja 500 or 650, Honda 599, Suzuki SV 650, something like that. Those bikes are plenty fast and good-handling enough to be a lot of fun, but easier to ride and a lot safer for a newbie.
Which 600cc supersport bike has the lowest seat ?
I currently own a Kawasaki 250R and can reach the floor but wanted to upgrade my bike now to a 600cc Super Sport. I want to know which has a lower seat to make easier to at least be able to touch the ground. I did try the Yamaha R6 but the seat was to high so i was wondering how many inches can it be lowered ? The bikes I'm looking in to are Yamaha R6 Kawasaki 636 CBR 600 I would prefer the R6 but if I can't lower it enough then ill look into the other two bikes but I would like to know before hand which one has the lowest seat
What's wrong with starting on a 600cc supersport (1st bike)?
I asked this a few months ago and (not everyone) many people on here said things "like your gonna die because of reasons like weight and power and because your a teenager.." On the topic of learning on a 600cc supersport. I just wanted I hear people opinions again now that I've got my endorsement and official license and successfully rode a 2008 cbr600rr multiple times. I know I still have to be extremely careful and lack experience but hey I've already made it farther than most people said I could and I'm still going strong
Is it possible that I start on a 1000cc SuperSport motorcycle without any riding experience before?
I started riding late in life (late 40’s) and didn’t find the suggested approach of buying a modestly powered “starter” bike and working up through more powerful bikes appealing. So, I took the training course, got my motorcycle license and dove straight to the deep end with a BMW S1000RR.This was nearly four years and 15k miles ago. And so far so good. My only near problems so far have come from deer and other wildlife in the mountains and people in cars doing stupid things. In these cases I’d argue that the capabilities of the liter bike have made the situation more safe. There’s been at least a couple of times that I grabbed a fist full of brakes when a deer made the wrong decision and ABS helped get me out of the situation.When I was first learning, I put the bike in rain mode to smooth out throttle response and reduce horsepower. Once I’d ridden a couple thousand miles like this I graduated to sport mode and then worked up to speed. I may come in for criticism here, but I also found clutchless shifting to be a great aid while I was learning. Not having to deal with the clutch (except to start) at first was a handy thing. I now mostly use the clutch when riding but am glad I could sequence that skill in after I had mastered others and was more comfortable.Going straight to a liter bike requires significant discipline. I found that, once I was comfortable, I started riding faster and faster and had to have a little self talk about dialing it back and not riding like a hooligan on the street. But no regrets on having the SKRR as my first bike. Having said that, if you’re not likely to exercise caution and self control, don’t start with a liter bike. The capabilities are like nothing you’ve ever experienced. If you try to sample them before you know how to use them, things can Go wrong very quickly.Oh, and do yourself a favor and watch the Keith Code videos…even better, if you’re near California, attend one of the super bike schools after you’ve had some experience. Enjoy the ride.
Whats the shortest 600cc super sport bike in height on the market?
From what I understand, a lot of people who were looking for short sport bikes were looking at either kawasaki ninja ZX6R or Suzuki Sv650-S. Some people liked the Honda CBR600 too. Their seat heights are all around 30 inches. I'm 5'6'' and have an '05 Sv650-S and it's a little tall for me. I can handle it but 1'' lower would be perfect. I can't put both feet flat at the stop light, just one and the other on the toes. There are lots of ways to make it 1''-2'' lower if you find one you like that's a lil too tall.
Why shouldn't I start on a 600cc sportsbike?
Because the 0 to 60 is in about 4 seconds!A slip up with the throttle and you can end up doing unintentional wheelies or going way faster than you anticipated. They are heavier than a 250 so it's easier on a 250/300 to learn how to turn on curves ex. If you are doing it wrong, it's a little easier to correct on a smaller bike.You can go 120+ mph on a 600cc despite being an amateur: not a good combination.To me, a 750-900 cruiser with a low seat, although heavier, is more beginner-friendly than a sports bike. It's also more comfortable for long trips. It'd be waaaay more difficult for you to do an unintentional wheelie on a cruiser, too.That said, a lot of people start with 600 sport bikes and end up fine by being cautious. Personally, I crashed at 80mph and now ride cruisers exclusively. Sports bikes are too inviting...
Is it a bad idea to start riding on a 600cc sport bike?
Yes, pretty bad idea.They're quite hard to drive in every possible aspect and may be absolutely not what you actually want or need.I get it, they look totally awesome, I wanted one as well when I was 20, but hell, am I glad I didn't buy one.They're overpowered and overpriced and you need to be an experienced rider to judge wheter you really want/need that amount of power and if you're really willing to pay extra for what they offer.Better start with something “boring” and neutral like an used CB500 – they’re way more powerful than what you're capable of getting on the road when you start riding and are quite cheap.When you think you've outgrown your first bike, you can start test riding other bikes and see if sports bikes actually are the right bikes for you. Maybe it turns out you like a completely other style of bike like BMW GS or a KTM Duke.Here I am riding my CB500 faster than most owners of sport bikes ever ride their bikes:
Best 600cc sportbikes?
alright im looking to buy a motorcycle this summer. im a new rider and i got my endorsement last summer. i dont want a ninja 250. ive already made up my mind on getting a 600cc bike. all im asking is which motorcycle out of the 600cc supersport bikes would be the best to start out on? if you are going to be an asshole dont say anything at all. ok? i asked a similar question earlier today and most people were complete assholes. all im trying to do is ask a question for someone who has some knowledge on 600cc motorcycles. 1 more thing. dont suggest starting on a lower cc bike. not gonna happen. thanks