ZX6R SF vs Z1000

HemiDuty · Post by **HemiDuty** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 9:26 pm

Now ya talkin'......

Gosling1 · Post by **Gosling1** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 9:30 pm

bigtez wrote:the belly pan would be a good place to hide a turbo and still keep the sleeper look.

what a great idea !! If you haven't yet organised a test ride on the z1000, you should put it straight to the top of your priority list - they are a heap of fun to ride, with a much more 'normal' riding position than your 6. I test rode one a couple of years ago, could not believe (a) how light it was and (b) how quick it was. King of the Naked bikes

cheers

Neka79 · Post by **Neka79** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 10:11 pm

fark they look mean...hmm wen the zx10r donk goes in one....hmmm..ideas....

Z1000 · Post by **Z1000** » Sat Aug 27, 2005 8:42 pm

My suggestion is yes, go an ride one then buy one, even if it is second hand, although you can't beat brand spanking new. I think they are still about 15k but with a trade etc you should be able to get that down a lot. I do a lot of commuting to work and even taken it for long stretch's down the M1 to the Gold Coast etc and its just a dream to ride.

It is one of the best bikes I have ever riden and I will never get rid of mine, even if I buy another bike. I think in a number of years they will be a classic like the original Z's.

Pics of mine are here: http://www.ksrc-au.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2303

If you remove the original pipes, KEEP THEM!!!!!!!

Felix · Post by **Felix** » Sat Aug 27, 2005 9:48 pm

Have seen thishere in Toowoomba, same price as a new 750...hmmm....

bigtez · Post by **bigtez** » Sun Aug 28, 2005 5:01 pm

i have some holidays in the next couple of weks so i will take one for a ride and make a decision then. although my mind is definately made up about selling my bike just have to arrange a roadworthy and advertising. once sold i will walk in to kwaka wave a wad of cash in front of them and try and get a good deal on a new one before i look at 2nd handbikes.

gizmo · Post by **gizmo** » Sun Aug 28, 2005 8:34 pm

A problem I see with a street fighter 636 is the air intake!
Mine is naked @ the moment as I'm waiting for my raceglass to be repaired & I think it looks shit hot, However I have no idea how you would fit headlights with the protruding air intake.

bigtez · Post by **bigtez** » Sun Aug 28, 2005 8:53 pm

i had thought the same thing. maybe you could use the front end off of a z750 or z thou but it seems like to much hassle to me and i would be ruining a perfectly good bike. its easier to just buy one that came from the factory like that.

pk · Post by pk » Mon Aug 29, 2005 7:36 am

Buy the ZD

Nanna10r · Post by **Nanna10r** » Mon Aug 29, 2005 8:33 am

Seems like your sold on the Zed Tez, but just a coupla points in defence of the 6.
They are noted for their overly harsh rear Spring, theres a couple on here that have changed them & now sing their praises. Me included after a session on Beryl's at Darlington Park.
Also a Lambswool seat cover & a throtlle rocker (cruise control) & i reckon you'll halve your lower back problems.

Finally to put a spanner right in the works, dont rule out the ZED7, very capable & a "buckets'o'fun" Scoot as well.
hth.
Cheers Brett

bigtez · Post by **bigtez** » Mon Aug 29, 2005 9:50 am

when i went to pick up my bike after signing a contract i saw a zthou for the first time and fell in love but couldn't afford it at the time. now there are a few 2nd hand ones around i can get the bike i want without losing to much money.if i stick it out with the zx6 i will only be going further backwards. i think now is the best time to change over.

bigtez · Post by **bigtez** » Mon Aug 29, 2005 6:43 pm

i went on a test ride on a zthou today. definately made the decision easier. my bike is now in the forsale section.

HemiDuty · Post by **HemiDuty** » Mon Aug 29, 2005 6:51 pm

Good onya mate. Hope it works out well for ya.

YAPPA · Post by **YAPPA** » Mon Aug 29, 2005 6:55 pm

I have pulled meself several times at the thought of an orange zed 1000 in me garage.......can't decide on the re dor blue in the 750 but......hmmmm....ahhh i'll have a pull for each colour

Gosling1 · Post by **Gosling1** » Mon Aug 29, 2005 8:21 pm

YAPPA wrote:I have pulled meself several times at the thought of an orange zed 1000 in me garage.......can't decide on the re dor blue in the 750 but......hmmmm....ahhh i'll have a pull for each colour

Knock yourself out mate

aaaahh Red nnnnngghhhoooo BLUE urrrgghhhhhh oohh oohh oohh OOOHHHHH OOORRRAAANNNGGGEEEEEEEE