WHICH BIKE!

I was going to fix my beloved yamaha thundercat. But after consideration, I can't be bothered. Its just going to be so much work and Im really getting horribly jealous of everyone else out there. I would just like to get somthing for upto £2000 thats going to be a good runner.

Has anyone got any reviews or opinions on the Kawa er6-n/f bikes? They seem to be fairly cheap, meaning theyre pants?

Any particular bikes that look nice, go well and are reliable?

been told that kawa zx7 bikes are well built, not too sure on looks so far.

Might need a little more info than that my friend.
You've just mentioned 2 bikes that come from the same stable but are completely different animals.

Where do you ride? How far? How fast? Who with? And for how long?

or just get a red one. Red ones are good.

If you want one that's reliable, then a Honda CBR springs to mind - and they aren't too expensive either as there are so many of them. Better build quality than a Kawak (comparing my two Hondas to my neighbours two Kawaks!)

Not going to be setting any speed records, but I like mine :)

:question As above what are your main usages for the bike, this will give us a better idea of what would fit your bill the best?.

Hyo do a cracking 650 ::)

I will mainly use the bike for upto 80 mile trips, so needs a bit of comfort. Would prefer to keep in the 600 range or similar due to MPG really. Im in my first year and havn't got the 1 year no claims discount yet so will be looking at lower insurance brackets if possible.

Just seen your avatar picture. How about a ZZR 600, cheap, proven track record and plenty about. A pretty good all rounder while you rebuild your thundercat.

I dont have the mental brains or anything to take the engine out and the gearbox, it'll take me an age and I have no idea what im doing with gearboxes..

well and truely fed up :( great weather and my bike broke after a day being MOT'd. FML..

I have until thursday to decide to fix or break and get new bike

Sv is a great commutermobile. Fast (the 1000) and sure as heck comfy. Best thing you can do is test ride as many as possible anyway, see which one feels better for you.

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Sv is a great commutermobile. Fast (the 1000) and sure as heck comfy. Best thing you can do is test ride as many as possible anyway, see which one feels better for you.

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+1. Agreed. Sv every time.

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Originally Posted by supermancss

I was going to fix my beloved yamaha thundercat. But after consideration, I can't be bothered. Its just going to be so much work and Im really getting horribly jealous of everyone else out there. I would just like to get somthing for upto £2000 thats going to be a good runner.

Has anyone got any reviews or opinions on the Kawa er6-n/f bikes? They seem to be fairly cheap, meaning theyre pants?

Any particular bikes that look nice, go well and are reliable?

been told that kawa zx7 bikes are well built, not too sure on looks so far.

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Ok may sound boring but if you like the Thundercat why not same again - you'll have a good supply of spare parts.

Kwak 636, the Sv is a gurls bike.

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Originally Posted by supermancss

Has anyone got any reviews or opinions on the Kawa er6-n/f bikes? They seem to be fairly cheap, meaning theyre pants?

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This might help -

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bi...-6f-2005-2008/

Be careful with ER6 n/f's as the early ones had an issue with and exhaust bracket corroding and failing.

I think Wolverine had this issue with his eventually... so maybe send him a PM for more details if you're considering an Er6 n/f.

Ive gone back on decision again! Haha, Im going to get the engine out and have a look. worst case scenario id have to do this anyway.....

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Originally Posted by AHenson

Be careful with ER6 n/f's as the early ones had an issue with and exhaust bracket corroding and failing.

I think Wolverine had this issue with his eventually... so maybe send him a PM for more details if you're considering an Er6 n/f.

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Elaine had this with hers too - we had to do a quick repair last year ready for her ride home from thruxton!

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Originally Posted by dan_geoghegan

or just get a red one. Red ones are good.

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Don't green ones make you go 17% faster?

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Originally Posted by Squashed_Fly

[quote author=dan_geoghegan link=1332786617/1#1 date=1332787075]
or just get a red one. Red ones are good.

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Don't green ones make you go 17% faster?[/quote]

No. red ones are faster!!!!! :D

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Originally Posted by Squashed_Fly

[quote author=dan_geoghegan link=1332786617/1#1 date=1332787075]
or just get a red one. Red ones are good.

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Don't green ones make you go 17% faster?[/quote]
Good point, well made.

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Originally Posted by Nikki

[quote author=supermancss link=1332786617/0#0 date=1332786617]I was going to fix my beloved yamaha thundercat. But after consideration, I can't be bothered. Its just going to be so much work and Im really getting horribly jealous of everyone else out there. I would just like to get somthing for upto £2000 thats going to be a good runner.

Has anyone got any reviews or opinions on the Kawa er6-n/f bikes? They seem to be fairly cheap, meaning theyre pants?

Any particular bikes that look nice, go well and are reliable?

been told that kawa zx7 bikes are well built, not too sure on looks so far.

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Ok may sound boring but if you like the Thundercat why not same again - you'll have a good supply of spare parts.
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I have to agree... :) You'll find a nice one for two grand as well.

As regards the 'Cat, the only issue I ever had with mine was cam chain tensioners. It was the same on both the 600 Fazer's I had too. :-?

I got a very nice looking one, then dropped it..expectedly..

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Originally Posted by Mitch9128

Kwak 636, the Sv is a gurls bike.

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636.... don't you risk ending up like SF???? ;D :D


Sorry SF, couldn't resist!!!!!

Feel free to ask me any questions on the er6n. Had mine almost 3 years now, 40k miles and counting.. :D

Yes, a weld in the exhaust manifold did eventually break, but that was after a good 32k miles. Like any bike, they all have their issues; just need to be cared for.

No Question!! BLACK bikes make you go 50% faster ;)

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Originally Posted by Jon_W

[quote author=Mitch9128 link=1332786617/11#11 date=1332839521]Kwak 636, the Sv is a gurls bike.

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636.... don't you risk ending up like SF???? ;D :D


Sorry SF, couldn't resist!!!!![/quote]


Fair point, better to look like a gurl.

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Originally Posted by Jon_W

[quote author=Mitch9128 link=1332786617/11#11 date=1332839521]Kwak 636, the Sv is a gurls bike.

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636.... don't you risk ending up like SF???? ;D :D


Sorry SF, couldn't resist!!!!![/quote]

It's true, owning a kawasaki does turn you into a nob... I was ok before I bought mine. Now the damage is irrepairable... [smiley=bath.gif]

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Originally Posted by Squashed_Fly

[quote author=Jon_W link=1332786617/21#21 date=1332923482][quote author=Mitch9128 link=1332786617/11#11 date=1332839521]Kwak 636, the Sv is a gurls bike.

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636.... don't you risk ending up like SF???? ;D :D


Sorry SF, couldn't resist!!!!![/quote]

It's true, owning a kawasaki does turn you into a nob... I was ok before I bought mine. Now the damage is irrepairable... [smiley=bath.gif] [/quote]

scuse me? :-?

Tongue in cheek Mr Nelly sir!

If I can't laugh at myself, then I have no place laughing at others!

I have a ER6f in stock.

Blue 2007 with 2 new boots on.... Lady owner previously.... (No pun intended)

Pop in a take it for a blast... Bargain price of £2199.00


:)

( thanks for taking that Zx SF) Thought i would never sell it.... Silver ones are 44.7% slower than every other colour..... :P

Obviously blue is better... ;D ;D :P

I have a kawasaki !! ;D ;D ;D ;D

And I can guarantee I don't have anything that resembles a nob hehehe 8-) 8-) 8-) ::) :P ::) ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Not Kev? Lol

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Originally Posted by Squashed_Fly

Not Kev? Lol

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;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
HEHEHEHE...........Im not in a position to answer that at the moment...Im within slapping distance hehehehe

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Originally Posted by Squashed_Fly

Not Kev? Lol

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Oi Leave me out of this thread ::)

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Originally Posted by Tina

[quote author=Squashed_Fly link=1332786617/30#30 date=1333039721]Not Kev? Lol

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;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
HEHEHEHE...........Im not in a position to answer that at the moment...Im within slapping distance hehehehe [/quote]

;D ;D ;D

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Originally Posted by Mikkie1986

I have a ER6f in stock.

Blue 2007 with 2 new boots on.... Lady owner previously.... (No pun intended)

Pop in a take it for a blast... Bargain price of £2199.00


:)

( thanks for taking that Zx SF) Thought i would never sell it.... Silver ones are 44.7% slower than every other colour..... :P

Obviously blue is better... ;D ;D :P

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Not sure where you would have it ? Name of company?