Ryan94b Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Sooooo I’ve been to Bradford (1.5 hour drive away) today and collected my 2009 ZX6R.All I can say is wow, I couldn’t stop laughing for about 5 minutes after I pulled away from the dealership. As this is my first big bike I don’t really have anything else to compare it with..but my lord it feels perfect.The seating position is aggressive - but not uncomfortableThe power above 8k is mind boggling - but not unmanageable.The breaks need a little getting used too as they’re strong as hell, every time I grab a little bit it feels like the blood is getting pushed to the front of my head.The bike is clean, has a full pipewerx system with decat (sounds gorgeous) and is just a generally awesome bike.At the present time I’m not sure why anyone would want anymore power than that... maybe ask me again in a couple of years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Ball 1971 Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Enjoy your new baby.I remember when I first had a ride on a CBR600, it took my breath away.Just go careful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Richzx6r Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Sounds good Ryan, just take time to properly get used to it as kwaks can be animals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustaTwist Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 That first time you ride a big bike is amazing. Did you ride it home from Bradford? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan94b Posted July 5, 2019 Author Share Posted July 5, 2019 That first time you ride a big bike is amazing. Did you ride it home from Bradford? I did, not the most exciting roads but very fun either way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanceautoman Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 The day I picked up my Honda CB600FB a week after passing my DAS was amazing. After 8 months commuting on a YBR125 the Hornet felt like a rocket ship. The transition to first big bike is massive. When you think about it a 600cc generally has around 10 times more power than a 125. It took me a good while to get used to the power and also how best to make use of revs and gear changes. Enjoy the new bike! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 We never grow up do we Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xMachina Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 We never grow up do we When I was a kid I was always told - when you grow up then you can do whatever you want.They lied, those bast*rds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mississippi Bullfrog Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Growing old is mandatory. Growing up is optional. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 We never grow up do we When I was a kid I was always told - when you grow up then you can do whatever you want.They lied, those bast*rds! I used to get told off for playing in the mud as a kid, when i started work i got paid for doing it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan94b Posted July 5, 2019 Author Share Posted July 5, 2019 Better picture of herhttp://i67.tinypic.com/sw8m80.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mississippi Bullfrog Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Glad to see you're going green. Looks lovely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 We never grow up do we When I was a kid I was always told - when you grow up then you can do whatever you want.They lied, those bast*rds! I used to get told off for playing in the mud as a kid, when i started work i got paid for doing it I complained about that exact same thing to my mam when I started working lolGood luck with the new bike, ride safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justarn Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Lovely mate, I recently got a slightly newer one, I've had big bikes before but a 600 never fails to impress... They rev to the heavens and you don't need anymore on the road.Just take it easy in first as they will spin the back wheel and power wheelie. Remember you likely going to traveling alot faster towards the bends so brake nice and early till you used to it.How nice do they handle tho right... And yes the brakes are incredibly sharp, be careful not to panic brake mid corner, use the rear if it a must Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustaTwist Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 If I ever own a Kawasaki it’ll only be in green, I don’t know why anyone would choose any other colour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 (edited) Dbl pst Edited July 5, 2019 by Bender Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 I hate green (personal preference) but I can see why people like it ( no. I don't understand it at all) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One Ball 1971 Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Make sure you give us 3 rings when you get home safely Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Richzx6r Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 If I ever own a Kawasaki it’ll only be in green, I don’t know why anyone would choose any other colour. Red and black is the fasted colour.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marino Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Proper lime green Kawasaki, like it,Nice evil machine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JRH Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 If I ever own a Kawasaki it’ll only be in green, I don’t know why anyone would choose any other colour. Red and black is the fasted colour.... True, and I still miss mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justarn Posted July 6, 2019 Share Posted July 6, 2019 Mines white and black with green accents... Looks ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Richzx6r Posted July 6, 2019 Share Posted July 6, 2019 Mines white and black with green accents... Looks ok Looks very slow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Posted July 6, 2019 Share Posted July 6, 2019 Mines white and black with green accents... Looks ok I like the white think it's turning into my favourite bike colour. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldrick Posted July 6, 2019 Share Posted July 6, 2019 It's a well known fact that Green is the fastest colour.http://i67.tinypic.com/71769c.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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