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Alex · December 14th, 2011, 12:59 PM

Very different bikes. The 600RR is one of the most street-friendly 600's, but it's still a relatively high-strung race-rep. Much more aggressive riding position (uncomfortable for many, but not all, while in commuting mode). Peaky power, though not as weak as some other 600's.

The CB1000R has much more usable power across the board, but ultimately similar peak power. It will be easier and less stressful to ride in most street situations, but as speeds ramp up, it will feel less buttoned down than the CBR. Looks like the wind protection is not stellar on the the CB, but it's all about preference there.

Bottom line, see if you can get test rides on these different classes of bikes. If not these exact bikes, spend some time on any 600, and on a liter naked (Z1000, FZ1, etc.), to see what strikes your fancy.

December 14th, 2011, 12:59 PM	#3
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Very different bikes. The 600RR is one of the most street-friendly 600's, but it's still a relatively high-strung race-rep. Much more aggressive riding position (uncomfortable for many, but not all, while in commuting mode). Peaky power, though not as weak as some other 600's. The CB1000R has much more usable power across the board, but ultimately similar peak power. It will be easier and less stressful to ride in most street situations, but as speeds ramp up, it will feel less buttoned down than the CBR. Looks like the wind protection is not stellar on the the CB, but it's all about preference there. Bottom line, see if you can get test rides on these different classes of bikes. If not these exact bikes, spend some time on any 600, and on a liter naked (Z1000, FZ1, etc.), to see what strikes your fancy. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)