636 reliablity?

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Re: 636 reliablity?

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pffft gixxer, why ask here u know awt hte answer is and that is: :kuda:
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lol.. just stirring mate... :twisted:
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quackk wrote:thanks for all the replies..

so.. kwaka or gixxer?? :D
I also have a k1 Gixxer in the garage it has about 40k on the clock, motor purrs like a kitten, lots of electrical problems though
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I didn't have a problem with my 05'er, but have read about and followed threads of bikes with gearbox issues, and to be fair it's quite a lot more than your normal amount of complaints. Primarily in the US and some in Aus - I'm guessing that's the rumour you're referring to. PS Factory pro make a few devices to assist with the gear engagement.
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dude its Jap, it does not die !! :kuda:
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RichB wrote:I didn't have a problem with my 05'er, but have read about and followed threads of bikes with gearbox issues, and to be fair it's quite a lot more than your normal amount of complaints. Primarily in the US and some in Aus - I'm guessing that's the rumour you're referring to. PS Factory pro make a few devices to assist with the gear engagement.
yeh its stuff like that i hear... :oops:
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Tough as nails. Had an 03 04 til I stepped up a few cc's. Loved it, great bike, strong motor that easily brings a smile to the face so much so that its been kept in the family. No major issues at all and makes for a great little tracky
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Cath wrote:No real issues with mine. ('06 model)
They're a great bike - very confidence inspiring, and very sexy 8)
If Cath and Dave can't kill it, nothing will :lol:

No complaints at all about the 2006 model.

So hurry up and get one. 2007 models selling cheap and apparently the 2008 ones are also.
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im in syd.. where are these 2007 and 2008 specials???
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quackk wrote:im in syd.. where are these 2007 and 2008 specials???
Try a Kawasaki Dealer ;) :lol: Seriously try looking at our sponsers page and see where's closest!

Just walk in and see whats around. I think I saw a zx6 08 model for 11500+on roads at the moment. And thats without even trying to haggle. Not sure if youd get any more but Id be trying to the on roads thrown in ;)
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If you don't mind a drive, I would recommend Southern Highlands Motorcycles in Mittagong. I've found he does better prices than the sydney guys.
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quackk wrote:im in syd.. where are these 2007 and 2008 specials???
Just to let you know the 2007 and 2008 models are actaully 600 not a 636 they stop making the 636 in 2006....

So if you want a 636 do not buy the 2007 2008 bike.... However the bike is a great bike.

By the way i don't think there is many 2008 left because the 2009 due out.

If you need a hand in buying 1 lets us know 8)
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skool of tinnie - new class coming soon - new bike purchasing 101 :lol:
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russ_2000_zx9 wrote:skool of tinnie - new class coming soon - new bike purchasing 101 :lol:
How did you know I was starting a new skool :lol: :lol: :lol:

cmon the :kuda: :kuda: :kuda:
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how do i enrol for classes? :D

ill start ringing around this wk... ive seen a couple 636's for sale (including ones on this forum) around the 10k mark, but im thinking another $1k.. for completely new bike, with warranty.. might be the better way to go.
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