[PCEMKR]

I have a 2002 ZX6 and tossing around the idea of going up to a 9,anyone got any input to help me decide.I am looking for some more weight and torque.If I were to go with a 9 what's a 2002 ZX6R worth with a full D&D and a shaved rear fender?

 

[N2O Junkie]

The only thing you will really get out of the 9 is a higher insurance premium. :eek I'd stick with the 6. What made you think about gettin a 9?

 

[JoeRocket]

PCEMKR.....I recently went from a 2K2 ZX9R to a 2K3 ZX6RR......I've always had a 600 till last year.....I thought I wanted more weight and torque just like you.....after about a year on the 9, I missed the flickability of the 6.....Don't get me wrong the 9 has loads of HP and is comfy.....but I think I felt more confident on the 6.......just some back round on me......this is my 4th 600.....and I weigh around 180.....I have 17 years of riding experience, all on Ninjas....

 

[bigassdude]

I traded up from a zx-6e to a zx-9r, I miss the ability to throw the six into corners and control it, but I am also 6'8" tall and weigh 315 pounds, I actually am more able to ride longer distances on my nine than I was on my six. You dont seem to have the weight issue like I do. Besides 140 on a 6 is the same as 140 on a 9, they will both kill ya if your not carefull. I also like the fact that I can actually feel the power of the 9 in the throttle since I am so big, I had some lag issues when all my buds left the light if you know what I mean....:rant

 

[PCEMKR]

Thanks for the input gentlemen,like I said the 6 is fast enough but I am looking for some more comfort and I want to keep riding Ninjas and if I get some more torque,just consider it a bonus:clap
By the way I weigh around 240.

 

[ScottyCoyote]

well the 9 definitely feels better......i rode 6's at keith codes schools and i felt like a gorilla on a tricycle (6'4", 240)....I like my 9 for daily riding, but its still great for romps thru the twisties.

 

[bigassdude]

The zx-9r is the most comfortable bike that I have owned in the sport class. it seems to be a better fit for the bigger rider. and any bike that pulls the front up that easy with my fat ass on it is a keeper.:rant

 

[Ian]

ZZR1200 if you want more comfort and stay with Kwacker.

 

[ZX9PILOT]

240 ??

I say go for the 900. I like the extra power, the extra comfort (corbin) and its a bit more stable. yes less flickable- but are you actually going after a national title?? or just riding.

buy the 900

.02

 

[PCEMKR]

Yeah dude 240, what can I say. I want to get the 9 but I just got off the phone with progressive, $26 more per year with liability,$2300 more a year for full coverage w/500 dollar deductible. That sucks:eek

 

[P-Dog 187]

Insurance is a killa

Fu*K It just don't crash

 

[PCEMKR]

Yeah ,that almost sounds like a plan:confused

 

[NinjaRat]

Yeah dude 240, what can I say. I want to get the 9 but I just got off the phone with progressive, $26 more per year with liability,$2300 more a year for full coverage w/500 dollar deductible. That sucks:eek

Progressive sucks. They are only Motorcycle friendly, if you ride a cruiser.

If I wanted full coverage with Progressive, I would have had to pony up $2000 / yr. As it stands, I'm paying $1000 for Comp/liability. Stilll rediculous.

Fortunately, the points I accumulated prior to getting the 9R will be off, soon. State Farm, along with insuring my Jeep for less than Allstate, will insure the 9R, full coverage, for about $500/yr. Uh yeah!

 

[PCEMKR]

I talked to a Stste Farm agent last night,looks promising and you are right Progressive sucks

 

[calgary23]

I have a 02 with a corbin and helibars. What a comfortable sportbike. The mods were $$$ but well worth it.

 

[N2O Junkie]

i'm 6'4" 290... and im on a 600... and im plenty comfortable :confused

 

[Ian]

What else have you ridden though? Everything is relative. If you have never been really comfortable on a motorcycle, then of course you think you are comfortable on a 600. Me I am a touch lighter than you, have ridden just about every major sportbike out there, and some touring ones, and a sportbike is not comfortable... At least for taller guys... And of course I'm not 20 years old either. :laughing

 

[calgary23]

NinjaRat said:
Progressive sucks. They are only Motorcycle friendly, if you ride a cruiser.

If I wanted full coverage with Progressive, I would have had to pony up $2000 / yr. As it stands, I'm paying $1000 for Comp/liability. Stilll rediculous.

Fortunately, the points I accumulated prior to getting the 9R will be off, soon. State Farm, along with insuring my Jeep for less than Allstate, will insure the 9R, full coverage, for about $500/yr. Uh yeah!

tyr www.bike-line.com for better rates. I am 34, 1 ticket last 3 years and pay 330 a year for liablity and uninsured motorist only.

 

[PCEMKR]

Well I took the plunge and got the 9,checked around on the insurance and ended up getting it through State Farm for an easy to take 405.00 per year for full coverage(pays to shop around):clap

 

[Reyndogg]

:thumb

nice bike, congrats.

Dont think you can't make a 9 handle well either