Gaah... need an intervention

adouglas · January 23rd, 2013, 08:28 AM

I shouldn't have gone to the NY bike show.

Now I'm jonesing for a new bike.

The 2103 ZX6R really grabbed my attention.

I already like the current iteration of the GSXR750 (fits me like a glove).

The Daytona 675 is soooo sexy.

I was even taken by the new BMW F800GT, a geezer bike if ever there was one.

Breathe... breathe... you love your 250R... you don't have the cash... HOLD IT TOGETHER, MAN!

csmith12 · January 23rd, 2013, 08:43 AM

choneofakind · January 23rd, 2013, 09:06 AM

If I were to get a GSXR, I would get the 750. Gobs of torque mean that you can ride on the street without ever going above 7k or 50% throttle.

I'm digging the 636 also from reviews, and I want more info on the new Daytona.

lgk · January 23rd, 2013, 09:20 AM

i'm going to try not to be the enabler of wasteful spending here....

ok never mind..
just buy the 636

Jono · January 23rd, 2013, 09:30 AM

Not a fan of any GSXR's. They aren't very attractive, plus all the squids ride them.

I don't like that the new Daytona 675's exhaust is on the side of the bike now. I love the under tail exhaust on the previous model. But the bike is still amazing despite its relocated exhaust.

Kawi 636! Is Awesome! And I want one! But that huge exhaust has to go.

Miles_Prower · January 23rd, 2013, 10:30 AM

You might have to wait a while until they release the 2103 ZX-6R. I probably won't be around for that haha

CC Cowboy · January 23rd, 2013, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jono

Not a fan of any GSXR's. They aren't very attractive, plus all the squids ride them.

Long live the squid! At least they know their bikes.

EsrTek · January 23rd, 2013, 11:01 AM

Gixxer coming out w a 3 cylinder bike.. wait for that

but yeah the 636 is calling me too. Hell though they cost as much as my damn car, can't see myself doing those type of payments.

StephenA · January 23rd, 2013, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Miles_Prower

You might have to wait a while until they release the 2103 ZX-6R. I probably won't be around for that haha

ah dam, i wanted to make a joke

haha

adouglas · January 23rd, 2013, 11:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Miles_Prower

You might have to wait a while until they release the 2103 ZX-6R. I probably won't be around for that haha

I like to take the long view.

Did I mention that I got to the show via the TARDIS?

PS: Bowties are cool.

Jiggles · January 23rd, 2013, 12:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by choneofakind

If I were to get a GSXR, I would get the 750. Gobs of torque mean that you can ride on the street without ever going above 7k or 50% throttle.

I'm digging the 636 also from reviews, and I want more info on the new Daytona.

Screw that, get the liter and you never have to go over 4k rpm and 25% throttle, and you'll still end up in the triple digits

lgk · January 23rd, 2013, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggles

Screw that, get the liter and you never have to go over 4k rpm and 25% throttle, and you'll still end up in the triple digits

if thats the case, that zx-14 doesn't sound fun at all...

adouglas · January 23rd, 2013, 02:40 PM

Okay, okay, I found a way to lower the steam pressure.

I went to Progressive and got quotes on all these new bikes, then compared to my five-year-old Ninjette.

I feel all better now. Nothing like a good cold splash of cost-of-ownership in the face to get your mind right.

lgk · January 23rd, 2013, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

Okay, okay, I found a way to lower the steam pressure.

I went to Progressive and got quotes on all these new bikes, then compared to my five-year-old Ninjette.

I feel all better now. Nothing like a good cold splash of cost-of-ownership in the face to get your mind right.

what was the difference?

tnr4 · January 23rd, 2013, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lgk

what was the difference?

Well, you see, some of those bikes are a lot faster than the other...

lgk · January 23rd, 2013, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tnr4

Well, you see, some of those bikes are a lot faster than the other...

but he is a safe rider, that should lower the costs somewhat.

alex.s · January 23rd, 2013, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jono

GSXR's. They aren't very attractive, plus all the squids ride them.

started so well but then fell flat on the floor

Jono · January 23rd, 2013, 03:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

Okay, okay, I found a way to lower the steam pressure.

I went to Progressive and got quotes on all these new bikes, then compared to my five-year-old Ninjette.

I feel all better now. Nothing like a good cold splash of cost-of-ownership in the face to get your mind right.

Really that much? You should see the quotes I get being a 21 year old. Now that's a cold splash!

I always though the advantage of getting old was much cheaper insurance rates. There goes my dream of owning a few Ducati's and Aprilia's when I get over 30.

adouglas · January 23rd, 2013, 06:53 PM

I pay something like $116 a year now for comprehensive. So cheap I don't even think about it. It's over $1000 a year for a new 636.

00NissanNinja · January 23rd, 2013, 07:15 PM

Dayum, that would make me say forget it too. Actually it did when I planned to get a street triple r.

smackenz · January 23rd, 2013, 07:21 PM

i really hated the daytona 675 seat, i found it so uncomfortable when i sat on it, but a beauty of a bike

THE BIG SITT · January 23rd, 2013, 08:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EsrTek

Gixxer coming out w a 3 cylinder bike.. wait for that

but yeah the 636 is calling me too. Hell though they cost as much as my damn car, can't see myself doing those type of payments.

Where are you getting your info sir?

EsrTek · January 23rd, 2013, 08:03 PM

sport rider magazine march 2013 pg 11

edit : sry it's a yami 3 cyclinder

Miles_Prower · January 23rd, 2013, 08:09 PM

the 636 costs as much as your car? damn, you need a better car

lolllll jk!

lgk · January 23rd, 2013, 08:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by adouglas

I pay something like $116 a year now for comprehensive. So cheap I don't even think about it. It's over $1000 a year for a new 636.

That's not too bad they quoted me 2100 a year

Miles_Prower · January 23rd, 2013, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lgk

That's not too bad they quoted me 2100 a year

is that because of the theft rate in Norfolk? I hear that's one of the most unsafe places for sport bikes.

I got quoted 1200 for a new rider, 0 years exp, up here in PA.

lgk · January 23rd, 2013, 08:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Miles_Prower

is that because of the theft rate in Norfolk? I hear that's one of the most unsafe places for sport bikes.

I got quoted 1200 for a new rider, 0 years exp, up here in PA.

Its mostly because of my one accident and driving record.

But norfolk is not a great place in terms of theft.
You have to know where to park your bike.

Miles_Prower · January 23rd, 2013, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lgk

Its mostly because of my one accident and driving record.

But norfolk is not a great place in terms of theft.
You have to know where to park your bike.

oh gotcha, yeah that's the one nice thing about my area here, you can park whatever bike you want here and there's little probability of it getting stolen. supersports everywhere, all parked uncovered, unlocked... it's nice not having to be paranoid lol

NathanUc · January 28th, 2013, 01:51 AM

Do you have snowy/cold winters where you are from? I felt the same way lately. I drew up plans, budgets, and spent hours getting quotes for either a brand new 636 or 650r. Total, I would say at least 10 hours a week I would be researching, planning, and trying to decide for either of those two....

I just picked up my Ninja from it's winter storage (my friends Garage) and after one ride, I was plenty happy with it again. Hopefully this helps and the one ride will put your mind at ease as well

If not, the 636 is one hell of a bike....
EDIT: I pay about $100 a year for the 250r (no comp). I was quoted around $900 full coverage on a 636 and $500 full coverage on 650r (both quotes were Geico, my current provider)

subxero · January 28th, 2013, 06:56 AM

I am slowly getting tempted to get a new bike but a lot would be riding on what it looks like when it gets to the US and how much they try to sell it for. That would be the faired 390 Duke. Other than it being a single cylinder, spec sound like it would be a blast!
Am thinking insurance prices would also play a role in my decision.
I think i pay 250/yr for full coverage on my 250. I need to update my insurance though, and i only have 5 months before my insurance record is clean. Clears anything older than 3yrs ago. I haven't had a ticket since June 2010, but i happend to get 4 in 2 month stint, 3 in June alone

So my insurance sky rocketed on my car after insurance company got wind of that. Hopefully i see a significant decrease.

Aggrotech · January 28th, 2013, 09:58 AM

i feel your pain Andrew. Theres currently a dude selling a CBR 600rr 2008 (the year i want) for a measily $5600...Mint condition only 5k miles on it.

I WAAAAAAAANT.

cuz · January 28th, 2013, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by csmith12

LNasty · January 28th, 2013, 12:44 PM

Man insurance in Texas is rediculous. I have full coverage on my 2012 250r and i am paying $60 a month. just moved here from Colorado and would have been $30 a month up there

January 23rd, 2013, 08:28 AM	#1
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	Gaah... need an intervention I shouldn't have gone to the NY bike show. Now I'm jonesing for a new bike. The 2103 ZX6R really grabbed my attention. I already like the current iteration of the GSXR750 (fits me like a glove). The Daytona 675 is soooo sexy. I was even taken by the new BMW F800GT, a geezer bike if ever there was one. Breathe... breathe... you love your 250R... you don't have the cash... HOLD IT TOGETHER, MAN!

January 23rd, 2013, 08:43 AM	#2
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January 23rd, 2013, 09:20 AM	#4
lgk ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jason Location: Norfolk, VA Join Date: Dec 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2012 EX250, 2014 EX300 Posts: A lot.	i'm going to try not to be the enabler of wasteful spending here.... ok never mind.. just buy the 636 __________________________________________________ Ethioknight Memorial Fund- Sticker sale http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=111700

January 23rd, 2013, 10:30 AM	#6
Miles_Prower One Loyal Fox Name: Rahul Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R (RIP), 2011 ZX-6R Posts: 869	You might have to wait a while until they release the 2103 ZX-6R. I probably won't be around for that haha __________________________________________________ My riding blog! Check it out if you are bored!aninjaridingpandabear.blogspot.com RIP Alex 8.10.12

January 23rd, 2013, 07:15 PM	#20
00NissanNinja I hate driving... Name: S Location: SW Ohio Join Date: Jul 2010 Motorcycle(s): 13 Triumph Street Triple R, 09 Ninja 250r (Sold 4/20/12) Posts: A lot.	Dayum, that would make me say forget it too. Actually it did when I planned to get a street triple r. __________________________________________________ 09 ninja 2fiddy SE Driving slow things fast

January 23rd, 2013, 09:06 AM	#3
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	If I were to get a GSXR, I would get the 750. Gobs of torque mean that you can ride on the street without ever going above 7k or 50% throttle. I'm digging the 636 also from reviews, and I want more info on the new Daytona.

January 23rd, 2013, 09:30 AM	#5
Jono ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Jono Location: Memphis, TN Join Date: Sep 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Triumph Street Triple, 2009 KLX250SF, 2003 Suzuki SV650S (Sold), 2006 Ninja 250 (Sold) Posts: A lot.	Not a fan of any GSXR's. They aren't very attractive, plus all the squids ride them. I don't like that the new Daytona 675's exhaust is on the side of the bike now. I love the under tail exhaust on the previous model. But the bike is still amazing despite its relocated exhaust. Kawi 636! Is Awesome! And I want one! But that huge exhaust has to go.

January 23rd, 2013, 11:01 AM	#8
EsrTek ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Murfreesboro, TN Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): '13 300 Posts: A lot.	Gixxer coming out w a 3 cylinder bike.. wait for that but yeah the 636 is calling me too. Hell though they cost as much as my damn car, can't see myself doing those type of payments.

January 23rd, 2013, 02:40 PM	#13
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	Okay, okay, I found a way to lower the steam pressure. I went to Progressive and got quotes on all these new bikes, then compared to my five-year-old Ninjette. I feel all better now. Nothing like a good cold splash of cost-of-ownership in the face to get your mind right.

January 23rd, 2013, 06:53 PM	#19
adouglas Cat herder Name: Gort Location: A secret lair which, being secret, has an undisclosed location Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): Aprilia RS660 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 6 MOTM - Jul '18, Nov '16, Aug '14, May '13	I pay something like $116 a year now for comprehensive. So cheap I don't even think about it. It's over $1000 a year for a new 636.

January 23rd, 2013, 07:21 PM	#21
smackenz ninjette.org member Name: Simon Location: Toronto Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawi 250 Posts: 118	i really hated the daytona 675 seat, i found it so uncomfortable when i sat on it, but a beauty of a bike

January 23rd, 2013, 08:03 PM	#23
EsrTek ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Eric Location: Murfreesboro, TN Join Date: Jun 2011 Motorcycle(s): '13 300 Posts: A lot.	sport rider magazine march 2013 pg 11 edit : sry it's a yami 3 cyclinder

January 23rd, 2013, 08:09 PM	#24
Miles_Prower One Loyal Fox Name: Rahul Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250R (RIP), 2011 ZX-6R Posts: 869	the 636 costs as much as your car? damn, you need a better car lolllll jk! __________________________________________________ My riding blog! Check it out if you are bored!aninjaridingpandabear.blogspot.com RIP Alex 8.10.12

January 28th, 2013, 01:51 AM	#29
NathanUc B-Town Ninja Name: Nathan Location: Bloomington, IN Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): Black 2013 Ninja ZX6R ABS Posts: 609 Blog Entries: 3	Do you have snowy/cold winters where you are from? I felt the same way lately. I drew up plans, budgets, and spent hours getting quotes for either a brand new 636 or 650r. Total, I would say at least 10 hours a week I would be researching, planning, and trying to decide for either of those two.... I just picked up my Ninja from it's winter storage (my friends Garage) and after one ride, I was plenty happy with it again. Hopefully this helps and the one ride will put your mind at ease as well If not, the 636 is one hell of a bike.... EDIT: I pay about $100 a year for the 250r (no comp). I was quoted around $900 full coverage on a 636 and $500 full coverage on 650r (both quotes were Geico, my current provider) __________________________________________________ Downgraded to a 2013 636. Previous owner of a 2010 250r --------------------------------- My moto-vlog YouTube channel http://www.youtube.com/bloomingtonninja

January 28th, 2013, 06:56 AM	#30
subxero dirty boy Name: Joe Location: Johnstown, PA Join Date: Sep 2012 Motorcycle(s): I don't even know anymore?? Posts: A lot. MOTM - Apr '14	I am slowly getting tempted to get a new bike but a lot would be riding on what it looks like when it gets to the US and how much they try to sell it for. That would be the faired 390 Duke. Other than it being a single cylinder, spec sound like it would be a blast! Am thinking insurance prices would also play a role in my decision. I think i pay 250/yr for full coverage on my 250. I need to update my insurance though, and i only have 5 months before my insurance record is clean. Clears anything older than 3yrs ago. I haven't had a ticket since June 2010, but i happend to get 4 in 2 month stint, 3 in June alone So my insurance sky rocketed on my car after insurance company got wind of that. Hopefully i see a significant decrease.

January 28th, 2013, 09:58 AM	#31
Aggrotech ninjette.org sage Name: Justin Location: Fresno CA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 12' Ninja 250 Posts: 831	i feel your pain Andrew. Theres currently a dude selling a CBR 600rr 2008 (the year i want) for a measily $5600...Mint condition only 5k miles on it. I WAAAAAAAANT.

January 28th, 2013, 12:44 PM	#33
LNasty Daily Jap rider Name: Lance Location: La Porte Join Date: Dec 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: A lot.	Insurance Shmurance Man insurance in Texas is rediculous. I have full coverage on my 2012 250r and i am paying $60 a month. just moved here from Colorado and would have been $30 a month up there

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