I need some advise from you fellow CBR enthusiests. I have a 1990 CBR600 in really nice condition. I've owned this bike for 2 years now and love it with all my heart. BUT I've been itchin to spend some money and recently thought about purchasing a newer bike this spring.
I am a rider who is 6'3'' and about 170 soak and wet. Some may refer to me as a "string bean" or "slim". Anyway, I definitely want a CBR with fuel injection. Lets face it, it's time to get with the times you know.
Now I'm going to assume that the 600F4i and the RR have a night and day power difference from the old school hurricanes. Generally since I'm long and tall, I have really long arms and it hasn't really been a problem for me riding a 600 frame bike since I don't have to bend over as much. BUT I'm also going to assume that the 1000 liter bikes have bigger frames which may also feel for more comfortable for a rider like me. BUT I've never ridden a 1000 cc sport bike before.
So basically, what should I do? I do like the power of my current 600 but like the old saying goes, you could always use more. SO would it be safe to assume that a newer fuel injected 600 be the right bike for me since I've only been used to riding the Hurricane or could I get away with the 1000 bikes and slowly relearn the bikes handling and power characteristics?

 

You need to ride them both imo. For that kind of money you should get what really fits you best and you like the most. Im 6"2" and about 195, my 954 fits me perfectly and is extremely comfortable to ride. I ride my s.o.'s 07 600rr everynow and then, and within 5 miles i am dying to get off of it, its that uncomfortable to me, to say i hate it would be fair. Power wise, yes they will both be upgrades from what you have now, and the 1000 a huge difference. Its up to you if you think you can handle it or not, you know your riding and how responsible you are. Again i would say go and sit on both of them, the 1000 is a bit bigger and more comfy, and by all means ride them before you buy if at all possible.

 

tough call a modern 600 has about the same hp as my 99 cbr900rr but weighs less the cbr1000rr is unreal also honda has dropped the price. It really depends on what u want . I dont think frame size is all that different. either one will have more power better brakes n handling than ur current bike so ride safe take ur time getting used to it. cant go wrong with eitherone

 

I can understand your wanting to get a more modern bike. Nothing wrong w/ that. Although I love the old classics as well. Really, for your build, you could ride a liter bike size-wise but you're certainly not used to the power curve of the modern liter bike. Not that you couldn't handle it but it would be a large learning curve for sure. One idea might be to get a fuel injected 600 for awhile, then move up to a liter bike later on.

I had a friend w/ about 2 yrs experience that went from a 600 carb'd bike to a brand new 750 FI bike. The power curve proved to be a bit much initially...def took some adjustment to get used to it. They went down in the first 100-200 mi (low side). Obviously, that's not indicative of your skill level...just an example of the dynamic.

Either way, I'd suggest you keep your '90 CBR as a spare bike. ;-)

Good luck...

 

She is an oldie but still a goodie!! I wish I could keep it but the rules in this household clearly state 1 vehicle, 1 ATV, and 1 MC. I've already got the ZR2, the 350X and the CBR. How much of a night and day difference would there be between a hurricane and lets say an F4i or a RR? I have seen some really nice F4i's for sale in the area. How much of a power difference is there between the the F4i and RR? You know how it is, when youve been saving for a while and need to unload it on a new toy!! haha!!

 

Proceed with VIGOR! ;-D You can certainly handle an F4i or 600RR. There will certainly be a dif in power from your '90 CBR but not so much that you can't anticipate the learning curve. Like anything new, its a matter of following your fundamentals & getting comfortable. W/ experience, will come comfort & proficiency.

If *possible*, see if you can ride both the F4i & 600RR. That would really be the best way to get an idea of which one you'll be most happy w/. Seems more dealerships will allow test-rides these days. Prob more difficult to get a private owner to let you test-ride unless you put down a deposit, etc. However, most folks are pretty agreeable if they really want to sell a bike...especially if you show up on a bike to look at theirs. But yes, getting to sit on & ride both will give you a better of idea what you'll most like.

The 600RR, to me, feels more aggressive than the F4i but that could just be my perception.

 

So then, which bike would be more comfortable for a rider whose 6'3'' and weighs between 160-170?

 

The f4i would be more comfortable,Im 6' and 190 lbs and I was comfortable on my f4i.My 954 is slightly better in comfort.Modern 600 hp between 100 and 110 hp,your 600f probably 70- 75 hp,noticeable difference.