I ride my brothers 06 1krr in my avatar every once in awhile. The power is amazing, and I'll probably buy the blu/yel one someday too, but I'm just not ready for it yet. My brother says he thinks i am judging by my riding ability, but I actually enjoy my 600 too much to part with it. It's so lightweight and fun in the corners, yet still has enough power to get the front wheel up oh so effortlessly. Why would I get a heavier faster bike? Not yet anyhow

 

man you guys are making me want a 1000. ::slowly backs out of thread::

 

I was in a bike shop over in Falls Church last winter and came across an 07 1000 RR that was on clearance for 9K. If had not been in school and had a full time job, I think I would have picked it up. But yeah, Ive been thinking of getting a liter bike too. Guess we shall see if I can ever make any money.

 

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You wont! Now you know why I want one lol.

 

See, this is my point exactly.

1) Backroads will take more effort on the 1k. They aren't as nimble, and can't be thrown around like your F4i.
2) I understand you feel responsible, I do too. However that doesn't negate the fact that what if you were to end up in a silly situation where you accidentally crack the throttle while leaned over at a slow speed? On your F4i, you might **** your pants. On the 1k, you'll probably pick your bike up off the ground. While you didn't do anything wrong, it was just a little accident, the 1k will be a lot less forgiving.
3) If you don't go blasting around everywhere, why buy the 1k in the first place? Why spend a bunch of money just so you can get to the speed limit faster?
4) Insurance on a 1k is higher than your F4i.

These are just my opinions. I've ridden 1ks before, including a Repsol and a few Gixxers, and yes - they're fast and fun. But I would never buy one for the above reasons, and more.

 

I have never been on a 1K, but a buddy of my has a 06 GSXR 1K and it has crazy power for sure. I love the bike, but most of the time i'm gald I'm on my old F4.