I know this is a honda site but what are peoples opinons between a cbr 929rr or an R1, you opinons on these 2 bikes would be a lot of help

 

Shitty bikes!!!!! get a kawi 250 or a moped....
If your asking than you must have like NO experience about riding street. So Id recommend going MUCH MUCH smaller than 929rr or R1... you'll be in WAY over your head.

On the other hand if you are experienced rider and just are clueless about bikes... I apologize for the tone...

 

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If your asking than you must have like NO experience about riding street. So Id recommend going MUCH MUCH smaller than 929rr or R1... you'll be in WAY over your head.

On the other hand if you are experienced rider and just are clueless about bikes... I apologize for the tone...</TD></TR></TABLE>

 

where's falcon?

 

is this for a first bike?

 

first of all i ride a harly now so i dont think ill be in over myu head thanks iv been riding for at least 12 years, and the differences between the 2 bike are is the 929 handles better and the r1 has alot of power but doesnt handle as well, those are 2 big differences so dont say im not experenced

 

Well, the R1 VS the 929 will get down to looks in the end. They are both too much for anyone on the street and at the track either will do fine unless your planning to compete in a series. The R1 is known for its superiority over the honda in track situations and I personally love mine for what it is. Then again its a terrible stunt bike and thats what I got into over the last year. One thing about the R1 I can tell you, it doesn't hold up to the abuse a honda will take. In the end, what looks and feels best will make you a happy man.... and the yamaha is faster

 

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Well you did not mention anything about experience, so we assumed it was a squid question that comes up once a week. Like I said... read the bottom of my first post.....
Id go with the R1 if you want to hit twisties and stuff and 929 for stunts.. Personally Id go with the R1.
Good luck

 

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Id go with the R1 if you want to hit twisties and stuff and 929 for stunts.. Personally Id go with the R1.
Good luck
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Definately agreed, I've got a friend who has an R1 and another friend who has a 929. The R1 was incredible in the turns (I have an F4i) and the 929 was incredibly easy to get a good stand-up wheelie goin . . . R1 for turns, 929 for stunts . . .

 

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yo! i kinda gave up on people. we have the sticky at the top. people kinda read it. people just wanna look cool etc. thats fine. i had 4 FJR buddies go down this weekend. out of 22 at a meet. it was 4 separate accidents...all riders had more experience than me as far as i know.

 

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Definately agreed, I've got a friend who has an R1 and another friend who has a 929. The R1 was incredible in the turns (I have an F4i) and the 929 was incredibly easy to get a good stand-up wheelie goin . . . R1 for turns, 929 for stunts . . . </TD></TR></TABLE>

you live in pt st lucie. there are no turns.

 

in my opinion i would say **** the 1000's and get a new r6 or 600rr. simply because most people will only ride a bike on the streets, and RARELY take it to the track. 600's handle better, they are lighter, easier to control, a fuckup wont cost you nearly as much no matter how long you have been riding.... if you are that set on not getting a 600.. then there is a great compromise with the suzuki gsxr 750!
personally i think the 750 is a forgotten series. and i think every company should think about coming out with a widely available 700cc bike.... yamaha's R7 is insane (so i have heard)
what are everyones thougths in the 750!

 

I think an R6 or F4i are good even for experienced riders. A good rider on a 600 will most always beat a crappy rider on a liter bike. If you are looking for low end torque or anything else then get a 1000, as long as you know what you are doing.

 

I agree with the thought that the 600 class is more than enough for most riders. Yes, I think I would love the 1000 power at times, but, rarely if ever do I think I am too good a rider for my 600. When I do think that, my bike will kick my *** in some way.
Riding a harley is not considered qualified experience for a bullet bike. I grew up riding motos and still dropped my first 600 twice due to inexperience and overconfidence. 1000's can be handled by some but not as a first sportbike. This is the sentiment of most of us that ride, argue if you want, but you asked.

 

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First off, if you REALLY rode a HARLEY you'd know how to fuccin spell the ****.....

 

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wait you're 18 and you have 12 years experience? how is that? oh wait. yeah i had traininig wheels on my bike when i was 6 too.

oh ****, i better call my insurance company and tell them i have 19 years riding experience! woohoo!!

 

Hes talking about sitting bitch for 12years. Get a R1 so my friend can buy parts off you cheap when you drop it

 

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yo! i kinda gave up on people. we have the sticky at the top. people kinda read it.
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Man, ain't THAT the truth! But, this forum would get no traffic if we didn't have our weekly bonehead questions.

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i had 4 FJR buddies go down this weekend. out of 22 at a meet. it was 4 separate accidents...all riders had more experience than me as far as i know.</TD></TR></TABLE>

Sorry to hear that man. But you know, experience is NOT a shield against idiot drivers (if that was the case). And even the most experienced riders can't prevent slipping on oil or a wet manhole cover etc. etc. Don't get too discouraged.

 

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Sorry to hear that man. But you know, experience is NOT a shield against idiot drivers (if that was the case). And even the most experienced riders can't prevent slipping on oil or a wet manhole cover etc. etc. Don't get too discouraged.</TD></TR></TABLE>

one guy followed another guy clear off the road, thats 2 down. 1st guy was in too hot, 2nd one was also. both guys rode home with fairing damage and fork issues.

3rd wreck was reducing radius turn, guy locked it up and flew off the corner and he and the bike bounced off a rock face. he was fine, bike is totalled.

4th wreck we have no info on except bike was seen on the bed of a tow truck.

for the most part, the people involved are admitting foolishness and irresponsibility. and a bit more honesty about their experience and abilities. its really sad to hear about this from guys that are 10-20 years older than i am that i thought i could look up to for guidance....glad i didnt attend cause i could have been wrapped up in it and rode beyond my abilities also....but my gut told me i wasnt ready...

 

Glad you stayed safe falcon, thats the most important part...

To help answer the original question, yes I would recommend a 600 to start off on, whether you're 20 or 40 and have 1 day or 12yrs of HARLEY experience. If you absolutely must have a 929 or r1, then do a little research and sit on the two, maybe even drive them. They are so similar in almost all aspects you will be pressed to find noticeable differences between the two.

And to the person who said the 929 handles better, well the r1 has beat it in every track test to date if i'm not mistaken, although its been extremely close

 

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for the most part, the people involved are admitting foolishness and irresponsibility. and a bit more honesty about their experience and abilities.(edit)..glad i didnt attend cause i could have been wrapped up in it and rode beyond my abilities also....but my gut told me i wasnt ready...</TD></TR></TABLE>

Those guys have given you the greatest piece of advice - ride at your own pace. Personally, I like to check out where I'm riding at a slow pace, so I can see where any trouble spots may exist. Yeah, kinda lame, but it's for my peace of mind.

Your gut did a good job. You should reward it with some food. :D

 

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In that case...

http://powersports.honda.com/m...B2504

 

anyone with 12 years riding experience should be able to handle this:

 

Ahh the Valkyrie Rune. That's one beast of a bike!!! Can you imagine having to pick that b*tch up after dropping it? 794 lbs!!!!!!! Me and my brother were looking at those the other day. Has anyone ever seen one on the road?

 

i saw a black one at plano honda with a SOLD tag on it.