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Had 3 R1's in my time Pyro. Big yammie and R1 van here. If you take nr2. And can confirm the year I can run you through the niggles they have and how and were to sort it. All 3 are great bikes but I think your heart is on Bumblebee...

Nice bikes Pyro, i still have some of those toys, on and offroads

Guys, because of my height I'm looking at this, the Honda CRF12F minibike.







Kidding of course. I've always had my eye on the Fireblade. But I'll settle for a smaller bike. Maybe by the end of the year I can finally claim one.

The fireblade Honda, one of the most beauty's still on the road. But not many. Love them.

Oup's you too big for r1, you'll get cramps

FIllet wrote: Oup's you too big for r1, you'll get cramps

You have obviously experienced what i have with these small bikes of today, thats why you were looking for the K1 or K2 back in the day? TL 1000 R fits like undies :woohoo:

A 600cc also makes for a good bike to start riding. You could also make use of open track days. I believe track is the fastest way to learn. You get to push the bike to the best of your abilities in a safe controlled environment. Riding school also not a bad idea. I started out on a 600cc.

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Exactly Oupa, a few too many km on a R1 you cramp up
Busa, TL srad etc. Awesome

Naftaly wrote: A 600cc also makes for a good bike to start riding. You could also make use of open track days. I believe track is the fastest way to learn. You get to push the bike to the best of your abilities in a safe controlled environment. Riding school also not a bad idea. I started out on a 600cc.

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Aye, I think investing in a course at a riding school is smart call. Especially if you do off-road/adventure type of riding or if you don't have any mates to help you along.

FIllet wrote: The fireblade Honda, one of the most beauty's still on the road. But not many. Love them.

Did so much shopping I think I saw every Fireblade for sale in the country. Bloody gorgeous that bike Is! :kiss: Not sure what colour/look you like on it?

Purple and black. Fuck me

That's porno!

That's a cbr rr, Google it :kiss:

I know. Girls say all guys want is sex.

Pyroclasm wrote: I know. Girls say all guys want is sex.

How wrong were they, who would believe :lol:

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Naftaly wrote: A 600cc also makes for a good bike to start riding. You could also make use of open track days. I believe track is the fastest way to learn. You get to push the bike to the best of your abilities in a safe controlled environment. Riding school also not a bad idea. I started out on a 600cc.

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Aye, I think investing in a course at a riding school is smart call. Especially if you do off-road/adventure type of riding or if you don't have any mates to help you along.

Furk not to far out of PTA just outside Delmas is Redstar Raceway awesome people me and my buddies spend many a Thursday and Friday there. They offer Rider Training a Rider School and Advanced and Defensive Riding prices are decent what I like is every Rider gets his own Marshall.

I had a R1 07 and what an awesome bike...but the front wheel was a bit to light for me...now having a ZZR 1400 '16 and wont trade it for anything

Pyroclasm wrote: I know. Girls say all guys want is sex.

Rooi Bul 86 wrote: Furk not to far out of PTA just outside Delmas is Redstar Raceway awesome people me and my buddies spend many a Thursday and Friday there. They offer Rider Training a Rider School and Advanced and Defensive Riding prices are decent what I like is every Rider gets his own Marshall.

Noted, dankie!

The yammi R1 is a beautiful bike,one thing I can say about yamaha is the at least to me,they have the most beautiful bikes out there. And reliability is just amazing.

It's a tough choice pyro,personally I'd choose the newest model with the least km,although there were some slight changes in riding position through the years you're just gonna have to jump on it and see which one speaks to you.
If you're going to sell it in the future then the limited edition is a good financial choice.

2000 / 2001 R1 still the sexiest from all the yammi's

It's road porn Oups! It makes me blush..

So update from my side. After reading this thread and doing loads of research and considering my own budget and current riding purposes etc, I'm taking the plunge and getting myself a Ninja 300. 2015 30th anniversary edition. Found a pre-owned one at a really good price. Only 4k on the clock.

I know, I know, everyone is telling me not to waste my time with such a small engine, but it suits my current need. For the first year, I'm going to be using it primarily for commuting, and doing the intermediate / advanced riding courses. I've taken it for a spin and yes, although I can see I'll want more power within the first 6 months, I'm also happy to have some patience and trade in after a year or so when I have a decent number of hours behind me. Then I'll be looking at upgrading to the 600 class. (R6, ninja 650 Daytona 675 or Honda CBR660RR)

I know it's a small engine, but fuck I'm excited. I think it's beautiful, and from my test ride, Hella Fun!

Iron K.

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Nice Iron K, enjoy the new bike.

Congrats IK enjoy the iron horse hope you have many happy safe miles.

Nothing wrong with a small first bike I would actually in courage it as long as the new rider grasps like you do that you are going to want more...