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Originally Posted by Jiggles
The 1000 is certainly superior for distance rides. For city driving I don't think either one is necessarily better. If the costs of the bikes, insurance, and gas isn't really an issue then go down to the dealer and sit on both bikes, which feels better? Personally, the 1000 fits me better than the 650.
The 1000 is faster, a 600 is lighter. In a straight line in the hands of a pro the 1000 will win, in twisties the 600 will win. But for n00bs like us it makes no difference. We can never hope to dream to ride these bikes to their limits though  |
Since the Ninja 1000 does not have more traction than a 600 I4 but it weighs more I really doubt it would win a 0-60 (both riders are pro) since a 1000 I4 is usually slower to 60 than it's 600cc counterpart. The 1000 will barely win in the 1/4 mile over a 600. An 07-08 600RR can manage 0-60 in 2.5 seconds, I have never seen someone get under 2.7 with the 1000RR.
Then if the road curves there is no more doubt, the handling is unreal on a supersport compared to the Ninja 1000. I guess the Ninja 1000 just didn't wow me like I expected as I am the victim of the brutal acceleration of my old 07 1000RR and quite used to my 08 600RR.