F4i good for a lesser experienced bigger guy
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F4i good for a lesser experienced bigger guy
So I'm looking into buying a new (to me) bike. I've always wanted a supersport style bike since watching Nicky Hayden wreck face in moto gp back in the day. I've ridden clutched off road bikes a lot of my life (I'm 30) and have had some experience on an 1100cc cruiser. So while I'm not incompetent as a complete noob I am new to sport bike world. I'm looking into the f4i's because of the style and everything I've heard about the ergonomics. Are there any bigger dudes on here that can share their experience with these bikes. I'm around 300ish depending on the week and about 5'10ish. I powerlift so its not all gut but still pretty big. anyways sorry for the long post. thanks in advance.
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Some people believe because "its just a 600" that they're not up to the task. But mid to late 90's 600 are more powerful than the 1100's of the 80's that so many "husky fellas" rode. Definitely get the suspension done/set up for your weight. Also, I'm just speculating here, learn to use the front brakes.
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Rear shock will be fine, I could ride 2up [around 300lbs] at a very brisk pace, the rear handled it great. Front end on the other hand, was garbage.
Other bikes, like the 07+ 600RR's, come with 1.0kg/mm springs vs our .68kg/mm springs, so they would handle the weight better. But nothing will be great without re-springing.
Other bikes, like the 07+ 600RR's, come with 1.0kg/mm springs vs our .68kg/mm springs, so they would handle the weight better. But nothing will be great without re-springing.
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Some people believe because "its just a 600" that they're not up to the task. But mid to late 90's 600 are more powerful than the 1100's of the 80's that so many "husky fellas" rode. Definitely get the suspension done/set up for your weight. Also, I'm just speculating here, learn to use the front brakes.
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Either way, purchase the springs on your own. They run about $140, last time i checked. Then all you need is some fork oil and seals.
Where are you located?