Which bike?
#1
Which bike?
I am thinking of swapping my trusty old 98 F3 for a later 2007/8 RR hopefully new if I can run to it.
Thing is old as it is it's only got 10K on the clock and runs like new, I bought it new and have loved it ever since.
It's a carbed model and I love the throaty intake roar from the ram system when I open the throttle.
I've always felt it's got plenty of power, good low down and midrange.
If I buy the later RR just what will I notice? I'm hoping I will feel the weight difference ie lighter especially with regards to my back.
BUT ... what about the engine, will I be trading good midrange and tractability for a buzz box that needs constant gear changes or will it really just feel quicker everywhere than what I have?
Jules x
Thing is old as it is it's only got 10K on the clock and runs like new, I bought it new and have loved it ever since.
It's a carbed model and I love the throaty intake roar from the ram system when I open the throttle.
I've always felt it's got plenty of power, good low down and midrange.
If I buy the later RR just what will I notice? I'm hoping I will feel the weight difference ie lighter especially with regards to my back.
BUT ... what about the engine, will I be trading good midrange and tractability for a buzz box that needs constant gear changes or will it really just feel quicker everywhere than what I have?
Jules x
#2
RE: Which bike?
I'm like you-I love my old bike and the carbs sound cool, but I do want FI on my next bike. I have never been on a new RR, but from what I read and hear they are 10 times better then our old bikes. The 600RR will have alot more power then your F3. I don't want a bike payment so if I can sell my truck this spring then I try to pick up a new or newer 600RR for cash.
Do what you can afford and like. 10K on a 97 is not bad at all. My 2000 has over 29K on the clock.
Do what you can afford and like. 10K on a 97 is not bad at all. My 2000 has over 29K on the clock.
#3
#4
RE: Which bike?
How many miles do you ride? To spend $9k on a bike that you only ride a thousand or so miles a year is kinda crazy.
I think you can find a real nice 2005 or 6 for ALOT cheaper since so many people buy bikes and never use them, plus alot of people/dealers are getting squeezed from the slow economy. But fuel injection is the way to go, I still have a car with a carb and it can be a pain.
I think you can find a real nice 2005 or 6 for ALOT cheaper since so many people buy bikes and never use them, plus alot of people/dealers are getting squeezed from the slow economy. But fuel injection is the way to go, I still have a car with a carb and it can be a pain.
#5
RE: Which bike?
ORIGINAL: fishfryer527
How many miles do you ride? To spend $9k on a bike that you only ride a thousand or so miles a year is kinda crazy.
I think you can find a real nice 2005 or 6 for ALOT cheaper since so many people buy bikes and never use them, plus alot of people/dealers are getting squeezed from the slow economy. But fuel injection is the way to go, I still have a car with a carb and it can be a pain.
How many miles do you ride? To spend $9k on a bike that you only ride a thousand or so miles a year is kinda crazy.
I think you can find a real nice 2005 or 6 for ALOT cheaper since so many people buy bikes and never use them, plus alot of people/dealers are getting squeezed from the slow economy. But fuel injection is the way to go, I still have a car with a carb and it can be a pain.
#6
RE: Which bike?
I expect you'll be amazed at the difference between an 07 or 08 RR and your F3 for power, weight, brakes, everything. Everyone's right that you can get a very nice 05 or 06 for a lot less, especially if you'll consider an F4i. But if your heart is set on the newer RR (and I don't blame you one bit) and it won't totally destroy your budget, then go for it.
I got my 97 F3 in September 2006 with 21,xxx miles on it. I'm now at almost 34,000, and my plan is to keep it for another 1.5 or 2 years till I hit 50,000 miles, then think about retiring it.
I got my 97 F3 in September 2006 with 21,xxx miles on it. I'm now at almost 34,000, and my plan is to keep it for another 1.5 or 2 years till I hit 50,000 miles, then think about retiring it.
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#10
RE: Which bike?
Like said before Jules, you'll notices more power everywhere, better brakes, andmore flickability. The RR is 65lbs lighter then the F3 so that is going to feel like a dream to you. The weight difference is even noticeable between the '05RR and '07RR. Very well designed.
As far as shifting through many gears, you won't have a problem. 1st 72mph at redline and 2nd 102mph. So I think you'll be able to find a happy medium. Below 4k the RRs engine does like to lug and that is what you want to avoid.
Goodluck and Keep Safe!
As far as shifting through many gears, you won't have a problem. 1st 72mph at redline and 2nd 102mph. So I think you'll be able to find a happy medium. Below 4k the RRs engine does like to lug and that is what you want to avoid.
Goodluck and Keep Safe!