lol don't hold back.
Sorry didn't mean to be rude. I'm just not a fan.
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lol don't hold back.
Here are the 2 engines on full boil, and the reason I also chose the FZ6R, engine sound is very important to me, it is the thing that permeates my body and leaves a residual 'feeling' after a long spirited ride. I-4's just have that great induction, ice chain saw cutting sound:
2012 Kawasaki Ninja 650 Top Speed Run - YouTube
Yamaha FZ6R Top Speed - YouTube
Sorry didn't mean to be rude. I'm just not a fan.
I was looking originally to buy a ninja 650.
ninja insurance: $1200.00 a year
fz6r insurance: $300.00 a year.
Made my mind.
By the way Martin,
DIAVEL is the way to go. I wish I had a neighbor with one I could ride.
Wow, really? that makes no sense. The differences in power is no so dramatically. Unless Ninjas are popular among thefts, I don't know.
.Wow, really? that makes no sense. The differences in power is no so dramatically. Unless Ninjas are popular among thefts, I don't know.
.I checked my insurance rates for both the the ninja 650 and the FZ6R before I bought my bike. They are essentially the same. My agent explained that many sport bikes are 1200+ per year, but those are supersports such as the ninja ZX-6R. The ninja 650r is a parallel twin and tuned like the FZ6R. It should be roughly the same insurance cost as the FZ6R.
I rode a dirt bike as a pre-teen and teenager (suzuki 125) and frequently joy rode down the suburban streets of New Hampshire on my older brother's street bikes over the years. But, just started riding my own street bike last August.
I got licensed and bought the bike strictly for my work commute, an hour or more of hell on the 405 freeway, 6 days a week. I ended up with a 2006 Ninja 500r. Bought it with only 4K miles on it! I love the bike, but as you can imagine, it's already time for an upgrade. I want something new, where I'm the only owner, no surprises. And I'd like a little more roll on power, since 90 percent of my riding is on the freeway. And yes, I'm now considering some weekend joy riding on the twisty canyon roads.
My finances are leading me to two choices (otherwise I'd go with the Street Triple ), the FZ6 and the Ninja 650. I've read soooo many comparisons and reviews. It's been interesting reading your comments on this site.
It seems like a no brainer now that the 2012 ninja has been introduced. Although I've read many claims on internet forums, the numbers from the legit reviewers seem to tell a consistent story. The Ninja is just a tiny bit faster 0-60 and top speed. The Ninja is a tiny bit less expensive and gets significantly better gas mileage.
As for looks, I really like them both. I looked at them today at a dealership, parked side by side and it was pretty much a toss up. I do love that Kawi green though! Last year I would've given the edge to the FZ6r, but not with the new 650 design for 2012. It's pretty hot!
I've heard a lot about the vibration issue, but I'm riding an older 500 now, so it'll be an improvement with either bike and I've never minded that anyway. Let's me know I'm on a cycle rather than sitting in my car!
I'm not on here to bash the FZ6r. I still love the bike and haven't completely decided yet. I suppose I want to hear a counter argument from one of you that have ridden both. Handling? Wind protection? Maintenance? Thanks!
However, I still prefer in-line engines. They are more linear, less vibrations than v twin engines like Ninja.
I was looking at a ninja 2012.
Insurance was $1200.00 a year.
FZ6R - $300.00
Well, you can tell what bike I decided to buy.
My sales person told me the kawi insurance was higher due to carrying the name "ninja"
Thanks for the input, guys. I appreciate it. That's shocking about the insurance. My Ninja 500 is pretty dirt cheap. I believe I'm between 3 and 400 for the year. Hard to believe the 650 would jump that dramatically. Also, I'm a guy in my 40's with a pretty impeccable driving record.
Anyway, the more I read, the more I believe they are very competitive bikes in terms of performance and up front cost. I seriously don't think the vibration issue will bother me at all. I just wish I could test ride both! But, I know I really like my 500. I guess familiarity wins out a lot in these cases. It's going to come down to looks and insurance cost. I'll have to check with my insurance provider on the latter. Thanks again.
Let's talk about engine and performance, because looks is a personal thing.
I used to own an fz6r and sold it a few days ago. It is a fantastic bike. And I owned two Ninja 250, old and new generation. While not a 650, engine design is similar. One of the things that sold me to the Yamaha was the inline four engine.
In line four engines are not just smooth but delivers power on high end revs (usually) while v twins like Ninja 650 have higher torque on lower rpms. The cons are vibrations. Also, some people prefer Yamaha's exhaust sound over Ninja, but again, that's a personal preference.
I personally believe that the Yamaha has a better engine, but the 2012 Ninja 650 maybe a good choice as well. I guess only way for you to decide is ride one. Doing that, you can feel vibration, check ergonomics and in a short, take a wiser decision.
If I was you, and checking 2012 models only, I would be inclined over the Ninja 650, just being honest. But 2011 and older models, the Yamaha is still a better bike, at least, in my opinion.
However, I still prefer in-line engines. They are more linear, less vibrations than v twin engines like Ninja.
In terms of insurance? fz6r are really "cheap" when you compare of what you're getting vs what you are paying. Yamahas are also bullet proof and maintenance is very low. However, in terms of mpg, the 2012 Ninja 2012 may have some advantage, but I can't confirm that myself.
thought the Ninja 650 is a parallel twin?