GOOD BYE DAKOTA
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GOOD BYE DAKOTA
So i sold this today.
Now I'm thinking of getting a 600cc bike. But I can't decide between honda or kawasaki.
Whats the differences in CBR models as compared to Kawa's? By the way around 1996 is what i'm looking at. I don't wanna spend more then 3-4k.
Now I'm thinking of getting a 600cc bike. But I can't decide between honda or kawasaki.
Whats the differences in CBR models as compared to Kawa's? By the way around 1996 is what i'm looking at. I don't wanna spend more then 3-4k.
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Re: GOOD BYE DAKOTA (allmotorEG-SI)
search for "new bike" or "first bike". that will help you find some good info. there isn't much of a difference between kawa's and honda's in that price range for a first bike in the 600cc range (correct me if im mistaken), it pretty much comes down to personal preference on looks. all modern 2000+ bikes are pretty mechanically sound and will out-perform you. the 3-4k range will end you up right around 95-00 (depending on condition/miles). good luck on finding a bike! i might be selling my car to get a bike this summer too.
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Pre 2000 (maybe even up to 2002) CBR600 models make better do-it-all bikes than their K-counterparts. After that, Kawasaki got serious with the ZX636.
1991-1994 = CBR600F2
1995-1998 = CBR600F3
1999-2000 = CBR600F4
The F2 and F3 did not change a lot mechanically. Mostly cosmetic, but the forks in the 1994 F2 and all F3s are better than pre-94 CBR600s. They're reliable and bulletproof when well maintained.
Modified by marmaladeboy at 8:28 PM 5/21/2006
1991-1994 = CBR600F2
1995-1998 = CBR600F3
1999-2000 = CBR600F4
The F2 and F3 did not change a lot mechanically. Mostly cosmetic, but the forks in the 1994 F2 and all F3s are better than pre-94 CBR600s. They're reliable and bulletproof when well maintained.
Modified by marmaladeboy at 8:28 PM 5/21/2006
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Re: (marmaladeboy)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by marmaladeboy »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">Pre 2000 (maybe even up to 2002) CBR600 models make better do-it-all bikes than their K-counterparts. After that, Kawasaki got serious with the ZX636.
1991-1994 = CBR600F2
1995-1998 = CBR600F3
1998-1999 = CBR600F4
The F2 and F3 did not change a lot mechanically. Mostly cosmetic, but the forks in the 1994 F2 and all F3s are better than pre-94 CBR600s. They're reliable and bulletproof when well maintained.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I thought F3's went up to '98? And F4's were '99-'00? I must be goin' crazy. Go Honda.
1991-1994 = CBR600F2
1995-1998 = CBR600F3
1998-1999 = CBR600F4
The F2 and F3 did not change a lot mechanically. Mostly cosmetic, but the forks in the 1994 F2 and all F3s are better than pre-94 CBR600s. They're reliable and bulletproof when well maintained.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I thought F3's went up to '98? And F4's were '99-'00? I must be goin' crazy. Go Honda.
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Nihonjin »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I thought F3's went up to '98? And F4's were '99-'00? I must be goin' crazy. Go Honda.</TD></TR></TABLE>
I think you are right.
F4i = 01-06 (thus far
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I think you are right.
F4i = 01-06 (thus far
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Re: (Nihonjin)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Nihonjin »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I thought F3's went up to '98? And F4's were '99-'00? I must be goin' crazy. Go Honda.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Thanks.
Damn that crack...always holding me back...
Thanks.
Damn that crack...always holding me back...
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Re: GOOD BYE DAKOTA (Racerage1)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Racerage1 »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">get an SV Todd</TD></TR></TABLE>
BAh!
Get a real bike rage.
Seriously though, how you liking the bike? I actually did consider getting one of those. But i just like the sport bikes better.
BAh!
Get a real bike rage.
Seriously though, how you liking the bike? I actually did consider getting one of those. But i just like the sport bikes better.
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Re: GOOD BYE DAKOTA (allmotorEG-SI)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by allmotorEG-SI »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">BAh!
Get a real bike rage.
Seriously though, how you liking the bike? I actually did consider getting one of those. But i just like the sport bikes better.
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A real bike eh? how about this one:
or maybe this:
sporty enough for ya?
seriously...i love the SV. i've ridden the typical inline 600's but the SV is just plain fun. A LOT of power down low, skinny, nimble, and easy to handle...
get a bike and give me a call...
BTW- got your license yet?
Rage
Get a real bike rage.
Seriously though, how you liking the bike? I actually did consider getting one of those. But i just like the sport bikes better.
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A real bike eh? how about this one:
or maybe this:
sporty enough for ya?
seriously...i love the SV. i've ridden the typical inline 600's but the SV is just plain fun. A LOT of power down low, skinny, nimble, and easy to handle...
get a bike and give me a call...
BTW- got your license yet?
Rage
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