Picked up a 2009 CBR 600RR

clintalmighty · July 9th, 2011, 11:08 AM

So after searching for a stable mate for the Ninjette for a while, I finally came across a new ride. For months I longed for an R6, the 2009 Raven edition with the gold wheels to be exact; it was just sooooo sexy. After I sat on the CBR, R6, and GSXR, I quickly realized how aggressive the seating position really was on the R6; but I told myself I would get used to it and wouldn't be happy if I didn't have the bike of my dreams: the razor sharp R6. So I scanned CL and SearchTempest almost daily evaluating the market for weeks after weeks. Then one day I went with my friend to the local dealer to check out if they had an new CBR 250s, and while he is looking for his first bike, I was looking for an upgrade, and was looking/sitting on the 600/650s the whole time. Once I wiped the drool off my face from the new candy red R6, I noticed the all black 2011 CBR, sat on it, and was impressed. It was shorter, narrower, and had higher handle bars than the R6; not to mention that every available review says its the best street bike, and that the R6 is a more raw, less street friendly bike designed for the track. So my head had always said Honda, my heart was always with the R6. It all changed that day, and I began looking for CBR's.

I was prepared to wait until the offseason in order to snag the best deal, but I stumbled across a deal I couldn't pass up. A mint condition 2009 600RR, with Leo Vince slip on, fender eliminator, and frame sliders. It was a little more than I wanted to pay, but it already has the mods I would first do to it, so I save money on not having to do them myself.

The ride home was....well, amazing. And i didn't even go over 7k rpm. It was so smooth and stable, yet ultra responsive at the same time. Handles freeway speed without breaking a sweat. Other than that, I have not ridden it yet, I gotta get the tags/insurance/inspection and what not. So I can give a nice review later if anyone is interest.

Also, I know there are a few other members on here with a CBR, so if you got any tips/thing I should know about this bike feel free to let me know in this thread. Thanks

Here she is

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SpeedDemon · July 9th, 2011, 11:58 AM

SUPER SEXY bro, Congrats. I am in the exact same situation as you with the R6 Raven that is my dream bike aswell but like u said after sitting on it my back would hate me everytime i went for a ride. I am looking for a CBR600RR up here but there arnt too many used ones for a sale where i am. I still will always love the R6 and if i can get a good deal on one i dont think i would be able to say no to her. If you dont mind me asking wut kind of mileage was on the bike and what did u get it for?

alex.s · July 9th, 2011, 12:06 PM

sweet bike. be careful. how many miles on 2-wheels do you have?

clintalmighty · July 9th, 2011, 12:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeedDemon

SUPER SEXY bro, Congrats. I am in the exact same situation as you with the R6 Raven that is my dream bike aswell but like u said after sitting on it my back would hate me everytime i went for a ride. I am looking for a CBR600RR up here but there arnt too many used ones for a sale where i am. I still will always love the R6 and if i can get a good deal on one i dont think i would be able to say no to her. If you dont mind me asking wut kind of mileage was on the bike and what did u get it for?

Yeah, even the CBR's riding position is going to take some getting used to, but that's because I was so used to the 250. The bike had 2090 miles on it, and I got it for $6200. 6k was my max i wanted to spend it, but you add the exhaust, fender kit, taillight/intergrated turn signal, and frame sliders, which is ~$800 worth, and he threw in his like new Icon Arc jacket ($300), it was too good to pass up.

Quote:

Originally Posted by alex.s

sweet bike. be careful. how many miles on 2-wheels do you have?

~4500ish

greatwhiteninja · July 9th, 2011, 05:50 PM

nice bike.!

SpeedDemon · July 9th, 2011, 06:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clintalmighty

Yeah, even the CBR's riding position is going to take some getting used to, but that's because I was so used to the 250. The bike had 2090 miles on it, and I got it for $6200. 6k was my max i wanted to spend it, but you add the exhaust, fender kit, taillight/intergrated turn signal, and frame sliders, which is ~$800 worth, and he threw in his like new Icon Arc jacket ($300), it was too good to pass up.

Thats a great deal up here they want ~8+ for one congrats again and always keep the shiny side up

clintalmighty · July 9th, 2011, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeedDemon

Thats a great deal up here they want ~8+ for one congrats again and always keep the shiny side up

Yeah I have seen ones with more miles that are stock for 8k. Where are you located?

SpeedDemon · July 10th, 2011, 07:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clintalmighty

Yeah I have seen ones with more miles that are stock for 8k. Where are you located?

Toronto Canada, MSRP on a new 09 is ~12,5 ive found some used ones with as low as about 12,000 kms or like 7457 miles to as high as 30,000kms or 18,600 miles ranging on mods, most have slip on flush mount signals fender eliminator and so on on the low end they are ~8 and on the high end ~10.
I cant believe how much more expensive it is to ride in Canada than the US, u guys have it lucky compaired to us. I got a quote on a 600CC SS bike befor i got the 250 and they wanted 15,000 for insurance on an 02 CBR that was worth 4 grand

just some food for thought when u think its expensive in the US

clintalmighty · July 10th, 2011, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeedDemon

Toronto Canada, MSRP on a new 09 is ~12,5 ive found some used ones with as low as about 12,000 kms or like 7457 miles to as high as 30,000kms or 18,600 miles ranging on mods, most have slip on flush mount signals fender eliminator and so on on the low end they are ~8 and on the high end ~10.
I cant believe how much more expensive it is to ride in Canada than the US, u guys have it lucky compaired to us. I got a quote on a 600CC SS bike befor i got the 250 and they wanted 15,000 for insurance on an 02 CBR that was worth 4 grand

just some food for thought when u think its expensive in the US

Wow, I knew riding was expensive up there, but man you guys get ripped off on insurance!

amsterdam212 · July 10th, 2011, 11:30 AM

once again congrats bro, really sweet ride! with the kawa colour lol

CC Cowboy · July 10th, 2011, 12:07 PM

Nice bike. Looks like it needs a track to attack.

clintalmighty · July 10th, 2011, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC Cowboy

Nice bike. Looks like it needs a track to attack.

Thanks. Trust me, I can't wait to get to one

gogoKawi · July 11th, 2011, 11:38 PM

CBR is a great choice in a bike. Can't go wrong with that one.

And I have to give it to Honda for having the ballz to make a green motorcycle.

clintalmighty · July 12th, 2011, 06:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gogoKawi

CBR is a great choice in a bike. Can't go wrong with that one.

And I have to give it to Honda for having the ballz to make a green motorcycle.

Yeah, I like it because it is unique, as I have never seen on in person before. And the green is the metallic paint with the sparkly stuff in it. It looks way better in the sun than a Kawi...

bonbon76 · July 12th, 2011, 06:52 AM

usually not a green fan for a bike, but thats HOT! Love it!

Congrats and ride safe!

Bosgarage57 · July 12th, 2011, 06:59 AM

Yes please do a write up when you can, I realllllly like that paint on it. Be careful on it though. I had a friend buy a 97 CBR, he couldnt ride so I got to ride it to his place (about 3 hours ride) in a TN winter, froze my butt off, but MAN that bike handled amazing and the seating position was great. I know that was a long time ago, and the ergo's have changed a lot, but that one doesnt look to bad.

clintalmighty · July 12th, 2011, 10:05 AM

Thanks guys for all the positive comment, the paint is absolutely stunning in person because it is metallic, not just solid like the Kawi green, the Kawi green is also more neon. Pics don't do it justice.

And I am very careful with the bike, and plan to continue to be. It pulls so smooth but powerful all they way to 7k before I shift to stay out of the power band. I am only using half the RPM range so far and I still have to wipe the drool out of the inside of my helmet...I love this bike!

SpeedDemon · July 12th, 2011, 10:12 AM

I saw i same bike today and the green IMO is much nicer than the kawi green (Dont hate me for saything that lol) ONLY due to the metallic paint, if kawi did this it would blow them outta the water. Love the bike Clint, if u cud write a review of the bike once u get ur head wrapped around everything i would love to here what you think about the bike, this is probably what i will be stepping up to in the near future. Unless i find that amazing deal on the sexier than ever 09 R6 raven that is

clintalmighty · July 12th, 2011, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeedDemon

I saw i same bike today and the green IMO is much nicer than the kawi green (Dont hate me for saything that lol) ONLY due to the metallic paint, if kawi did this it would blow them outta the water. Love the bike Clint, if u cud write a review of the bike once u get ur head wrapped around everything i would love to here what you think about the bike, this is probably what i will be stepping up to in the near future. Unless i find that amazing deal on the sexier than ever 09 R6 raven that is

Yeah, I have only ridden it twice; To get it home and to go get the inspection today. It is awesome, and I am street legal now, so a review should be forthcoming. Along with more pics

gogoKawi · July 12th, 2011, 11:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clintalmighty

Yeah, I like it because it is unique, as I have never seen on in person before. And the green is the metallic paint with the sparkly stuff in it. It looks way better in the sun than a Kawi...

Kawi's 650, Z1000, Ninja 1000 (Euro), and ZX14 have the metallic green. Kawi's is a bit brighter and darker.

Loving the CBR, just looks weird in green. It's like seeing a Resol Kawasaki.

SpeedDemon · July 12th, 2011, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clintalmighty

Yeah, I have only ridden it twice; To get it home and to go get the inspection today. It is awesome, and I am street legal now, so a review should be forthcoming. Along with more pics

Congrats again buddy im sooo jealious lol

cant wait to see some more pics and here abouut the bike i want one so bad lol

kogary · July 15th, 2011, 09:35 PM

That is a good looking bike! Congrats!

ducducgooseit · July 15th, 2011, 09:57 PM

Snake · July 16th, 2011, 02:22 AM

Great looking bile. I like the paint scheme.

ASquared150 · July 17th, 2011, 12:14 AM

sexy bike - I'm actually thinking of trading up from my 250 to a CBR. Hoping not to spend too much more than what I might be able to get for my 09 Ninja, but I'm also not looking for a CBR as new as that green beast you got. I've been riding with my friend who has an R6 and am getting really tired of being passed at blazing speed all the time haha.

clintalmighty · July 17th, 2011, 06:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ASquared150

sexy bike - I'm actually thinking of trading up from my 250 to a CBR. Hoping not to spend too much more than what I might be able to get for my 09 Ninja, but I'm also not looking for a CBR as new as that green beast you got. I've been riding with my friend who has an R6 and am getting really tired of being passed at blazing speed all the time haha.

Idk about in Indiana, but down here the 03-06 models with low mileage in good condition are going in the $4k range. Those are a good bikes. I have seen a few 07's listed at $4.5k. Good luck on finding a new toy!

ASquared150 · July 17th, 2011, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clintalmighty

Idk about in Indiana, but down here the 03-06 models with low mileage in good condition are going in the $4k range. Those are a good bikes. I have seen a few 07's listed at $4.5k. Good luck on finding a new toy!

Thanks for the info. I'm really hoping to find an '07, particularly the white/silver one. So pretty.

Damn I just love looking at that picture haha.

Buffalony · July 17th, 2011, 02:31 PM

I rode with a few 600's a couple months ago and two of them had cbr600's. One had a metalic green like yours and the other guy had the Leyla theme. Both good looking bikes. I was partial to the Leyla though. He had a two Bros can on it and it was way too loud

backinthesaddleagain · July 21st, 2011, 02:40 PM

Awesome ride

"A" · July 22nd, 2011, 02:53 PM

Don't hurt yourself.

aznboi250r · August 15th, 2011, 03:49 PM

oh man your bike looks super intense

blink · September 6th, 2011, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SpeedDemon

Toronto Canada, MSRP on a new 09 is ~12,5 ive found some used ones with as low as about 12,000 kms or like 7457 miles to as high as 30,000kms or 18,600 miles ranging on mods, most have slip on flush mount signals fender eliminator and so on on the low end they are ~8 and on the high end ~10.
I cant believe how much more expensive it is to ride in Canada than the US, u guys have it lucky compaired to us. I got a quote on a 600CC SS bike befor i got the 250 and they wanted 15,000 for insurance on an 02 CBR that was worth 4 grand

just some food for thought when u think its expensive in the US

Maybe if you baby it with full... Basic coverage on my 05 gsxr600 is 450 a year in Alberta...

azimmer11 · September 6th, 2011, 11:21 AM

my dream bike is an R6 as well. you shouldve got the R6

backinthesaddleagain · September 6th, 2011, 07:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azimmer11

my dream bike is an R6 as well. you shouldve got the R6

Why should your dream bike be his dream bike? R6 is awesome looking bike and I almost got one. Not to mention 26K valv intervals, but ergo's for the street are tough, and the R6 is a top end type of powerband, much more so than even other 600's.

blink · September 24th, 2011, 10:36 AM

R1's sound nice

akima · September 24th, 2011, 10:49 AM

That's a really good looking bike Clint. I imagine you're pretty excited by it!

July 9th, 2011, 11:08 AM	#1
clintalmighty ninjette.org member Name: Clint Location: Texas Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r 2009 Honda CBR600RR Posts: 178	Picked up a 2009 CBR 600RR So after searching for a stable mate for the Ninjette for a while, I finally came across a new ride. For months I longed for an R6, the 2009 Raven edition with the gold wheels to be exact; it was just sooooo sexy. After I sat on the CBR, R6, and GSXR, I quickly realized how aggressive the seating position really was on the R6; but I told myself I would get used to it and wouldn't be happy if I didn't have the bike of my dreams: the razor sharp R6. So I scanned CL and SearchTempest almost daily evaluating the market for weeks after weeks. Then one day I went with my friend to the local dealer to check out if they had an new CBR 250s, and while he is looking for his first bike, I was looking for an upgrade, and was looking/sitting on the 600/650s the whole time. Once I wiped the drool off my face from the new candy red R6, I noticed the all black 2011 CBR, sat on it, and was impressed. It was shorter, narrower, and had higher handle bars than the R6; not to mention that every available review says its the best street bike, and that the R6 is a more raw, less street friendly bike designed for the track. So my head had always said Honda, my heart was always with the R6. It all changed that day, and I began looking for CBR's. I was prepared to wait until the offseason in order to snag the best deal, but I stumbled across a deal I couldn't pass up. A mint condition 2009 600RR, with Leo Vince slip on, fender eliminator, and frame sliders. It was a little more than I wanted to pay, but it already has the mods I would first do to it, so I save money on not having to do them myself. The ride home was....well, amazing. And i didn't even go over 7k rpm. It was so smooth and stable, yet ultra responsive at the same time. Handles freeway speed without breaking a sweat. Other than that, I have not ridden it yet, I gotta get the tags/insurance/inspection and what not. So I can give a nice review later if anyone is interest. Also, I know there are a few other members on here with a CBR, so if you got any tips/thing I should know about this bike feel free to let me know in this thread. Thanks Here she is Uploaded with ImageShack.us Last futzed with by clintalmighty; September 5th, 2011 at 03:31 PM.

July 9th, 2011, 11:58 AM	#2
SpeedDemon ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Brampton Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 190	SUPER SEXY bro, Congrats. I am in the exact same situation as you with the R6 Raven that is my dream bike aswell but like u said after sitting on it my back would hate me everytime i went for a ride. I am looking for a CBR600RR up here but there arnt too many used ones for a sale where i am. I still will always love the R6 and if i can get a good deal on one i dont think i would be able to say no to her. If you dont mind me asking wut kind of mileage was on the bike and what did u get it for? __________________________________________________ Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly

July 9th, 2011, 12:06 PM	#3
alex.s wat Name: wat Location: tustin/long beach Join Date: Sep 2009 Motorcycle(s): wat Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '12, Feb '14	sweet bike. be careful. how many miles on 2-wheels do you have? __________________________________________________

July 9th, 2011, 05:50 PM	#5
greatwhiteninja Ridin Dirty Name: Ed Location: Delaware Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 white se 250r , 2008 zx6R Posts: 921	nice bike.! __________________________________________________ #1

July 10th, 2011, 12:07 PM	#11
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	Nice bike. Looks like it needs a track to attack. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough!

July 10th, 2011, 11:30 AM	#10
amsterdam212 ninjette.org member Name: Amsty Location: Texas Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): Ninja ZX-6R Posts: 13	once again congrats bro, really sweet ride! with the kawa colour lol

July 11th, 2011, 11:38 PM	#13
gogoKawi ninjette.org sage Name: Dre Location: DMV Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2014 Ninja 300, 2008 ZX6, 2011 Ninja 1000 Posts: 622	CBR is a great choice in a bike. Can't go wrong with that one. And I have to give it to Honda for having the ballz to make a green motorcycle.

July 12th, 2011, 06:52 AM	#15
bonbon76 ninjette.org member Name: Bonnie Location: Wilmington, MA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 09 Ninja 250 Posts: 132	usually not a green fan for a bike, but thats HOT! Love it! Congrats and ride safe! __________________________________________________ "B"

July 12th, 2011, 06:59 AM	#16
Bosgarage57 ninjette.org sage Name: Luke Location: Sevierville, TN Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 06 Buell Uly, 05 VStar 1100 Posts: 577	Yes please do a write up when you can, I realllllly like that paint on it. Be careful on it though. I had a friend buy a 97 CBR, he couldnt ride so I got to ride it to his place (about 3 hours ride) in a TN winter, froze my butt off, but MAN that bike handled amazing and the seating position was great. I know that was a long time ago, and the ergo's have changed a lot, but that one doesnt look to bad.

July 12th, 2011, 10:05 AM	#17
clintalmighty ninjette.org member Name: Clint Location: Texas Join Date: Dec 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r 2009 Honda CBR600RR Posts: 178	Thanks guys for all the positive comment, the paint is absolutely stunning in person because it is metallic, not just solid like the Kawi green, the Kawi green is also more neon. Pics don't do it justice. And I am very careful with the bike, and plan to continue to be. It pulls so smooth but powerful all they way to 7k before I shift to stay out of the power band. I am only using half the RPM range so far and I still have to wipe the drool out of the inside of my helmet...I love this bike!

July 12th, 2011, 10:12 AM	#18
SpeedDemon ninjette.org member Name: Jon Location: Brampton Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250 Posts: 190	I saw i same bike today and the green IMO is much nicer than the kawi green (Dont hate me for saything that lol) ONLY due to the metallic paint, if kawi did this it would blow them outta the water. Love the bike Clint, if u cud write a review of the bike once u get ur head wrapped around everything i would love to here what you think about the bike, this is probably what i will be stepping up to in the near future. Unless i find that amazing deal on the sexier than ever 09 R6 raven that is __________________________________________________ Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly

July 15th, 2011, 09:35 PM	#22
kogary ninjette.org member Name: Gary Location: CO Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R Posts: 66	That is a good looking bike! Congrats!

July 15th, 2011, 09:57 PM	#23
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July 16th, 2011, 02:22 AM	#24
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Great looking bile. I like the paint scheme.

July 17th, 2011, 12:14 AM	#25
ASquared150 ninjette.org member Name: Aaron Location: Bloomington, IN Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): '09 Ninja 250r Posts: 19	sexy bike - I'm actually thinking of trading up from my 250 to a CBR. Hoping not to spend too much more than what I might be able to get for my 09 Ninja, but I'm also not looking for a CBR as new as that green beast you got. I've been riding with my friend who has an R6 and am getting really tired of being passed at blazing speed all the time haha. __________________________________________________ My Intro Thread

July 17th, 2011, 02:31 PM	#28
Buffalony ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Joe Location: Buffalo NY Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 08 Ninja 250 "Wasabi", 82 Yamaha xj650j Posts: A lot.	I rode with a few 600's a couple months ago and two of them had cbr600's. One had a metalic green like yours and the other guy had the Leyla theme. Both good looking bikes. I was partial to the Leyla though. He had a two Bros can on it and it was way too loud __________________________________________________

July 21st, 2011, 02:40 PM	#29
backinthesaddleagain ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Greg Location: Rhode Island Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.	Awesome ride

July 22nd, 2011, 02:53 PM	#30
"A" vampire Name: A Location: IT Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2 many 2 list Posts: A lot.	Don't hurt yourself.

August 15th, 2011, 03:49 PM	#31
aznboi250r ninjette.org member Name: United States Location: Sofla Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 SE Kawasaki Ninja 250r Posts: 32	oh man your bike looks super intense

September 6th, 2011, 11:21 AM	#33
azimmer11 ninjette.org sage Name: Alex Location: michigan Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250r Posts: 784	my dream bike is an R6 as well. you shouldve got the R6

September 24th, 2011, 10:36 AM	#35
blink Always. Name: Alex Location: Calgary, AB Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, '05 GSX-R600 Posts: A lot.	R1's sound nice __________________________________________________ blink-182

September 24th, 2011, 10:49 AM	#36
akima Nooblet Name: Akima Location: England Join Date: Jul 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2011 Ninja 250R FI Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 5 MOTM - Oct '13	That's a really good looking bike Clint. I imagine you're pretty excited by it!

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