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tipster Derestricted Danger
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Posted: 12:22 - 11 Mar 2004 Post subject: Sound good for a first bike? |
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Hey guys,
Long time listener, first time caller...
I've got my DAS test in May (got the theory in two weeks) and have started looking at what sort of bike to purchase. I'm after a sporty number for around £1200 - £1300 that won't pull my pants down on insurance. I'm not really looking to buy until I get my license but I just can't help flicking through the classifieds in autotrader and mcn. I've been looking at a GSX600F. I'm 22 and third part T&T insurance is only £350 on it!! Do you guys think a GSX600F sounds good for a first bike?
Also, I've not had a lot of bike experience so any tips on buying a second hand GSX would be appreciated.
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dainesefreak World Chat Champion
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Posted: 12:48 - 11 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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Have a look here for a review https://www.motorcyclenews.com/bikes/detail?sectionID=57277&documentID=7415
I take it you are looking at something around the early 1990's?
I haven't owned one and don't know anyone that has, I can only remember bit that have been said by magazines over the years. Not that magazines are generally worth taking much notice of. The only things that I can sort of remember where about dodgy build quality really. I'm sure someone on here has owned one and will be able to point you in the right direction. |
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Posted: 15:55 - 11 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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If you do allot of looking you might find a zzr600 for that much or a 400, i have hered the gsx is a nice bike, just a bit bland, nothing really interesting about it (which lts face it is the whole point of motorcycles) the zzr is a great bike for touring and everyday use, but also quite a beastie when you need it to be.
Is the £1300 including insurance? will you use the bike in all weathers? will you be doing any touring? (i.e. more than 100/200 miles at a time), only six months ago i was in EXACTLY the same position, i got myself an old (its on classic insurance ) cx500, for me its perfect, dirt cheep for parts, can maintain the whole thing myself, really comfy for long distances, and shaft drive (no messing adjusting chains) however I 100% understand that not everyone wants a 20year old bike.
If i was after sporty i'd be having something like https://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2466442948&category=9809 or a bandit, something like that...
let us know how you get along, good luck with the test |
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tipster Derestricted Danger
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Posted: 17:03 - 11 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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Nice Bike!! I think the insurance might have something to say about it!! The £1300 is only for the bike. I'd like to spend another £400ish on insurance (TPF&T) and maybe £300ish on clothes and stuff. Do you rekon that's all realistic to get me strated on a 600? Oh, and of course I'll have to shell out £500 on the DAS course. All in all, bit of a pricey game, but the fun outways the cost I'll wager!
I will (hopefully) be riding in all weathers as my girlfriend is gonna get use of the car because she's selling hers and we're just going to have one to share. I know it's a bit of a gamble letting a woman drive my car (only joking ladies). |
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dainesefreak World Chat Champion
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Posted: 17:06 - 11 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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If you have got some car NCB try somewhere that lets you use the car NCB as well, might well bring the insurance down. www.insurance2000.co.uk are one for starters. |
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tipster Derestricted Danger
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Posted: 17:15 - 11 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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Blimey!! What a brilliant tip from dainesefreak! Did a quote with insurance2000 for a GSX600F, 1991 worth £1100, 5 years car NCB, none on bikes, brand new rider, TPF&T.......£281. That is pretty darn good! |
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Posted: 17:27 - 11 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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Once again, brilliant tip. I got a quote for a zzr600 from a few places, all came to about £600. On insurance2000.co.uk......£311, simply outstanding (in case you can't tell, I'm very impressed)!! |
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dainesefreak World Chat Champion
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Posted: 18:44 - 11 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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The ZZR is good for around 150 - 160 mph which is good for a 600 of it's age, it's also comfortable for distance and motorway cruising.
It was always a bit on the porky side and was more of a sort of sports tourer than an outright sports bike, which probably makes it more useful as a first bike. The build quality is probably going to be better than the Suzuki too. I'm sure someone on here has got one or had one, can't remember who though.
You could try www.motorcyclenews.com forums and ask a few questions.
Also worth considering is the Honda CBR600, Laura has one as a first bike. Might be worth dropping her a line. |
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tipster Derestricted Danger
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Posted: 12:13 - 12 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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Thanks for the advice. The lower insurance quotes I've been getting should give me more of a choice when looking around for bikes. I'll keep you all posted on what I eventually decide on.
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Posted: 16:45 - 12 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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I once had a teapot for about 6 months
It was unmitigated shite
good if you're an old man looking for a cheap hack to work
totally pants if you're a young'un looking for fun and pose value
avoid like the plague ____________________ 187.3bhp = 201mph |
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Posted: 19:27 - 12 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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I'm never fair
the teapot is shit, there are loads better options out there
SV650
Hornet
Bandit
Fazer
etc etc...
250 Super Dream
all better than the dire teapot - I hated it ____________________ 187.3bhp = 201mph |
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Posted: 19:48 - 12 Mar 2004 Post subject: |
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I haven't actually ridden one but I suspect it'll be hard to find most of those for under £1300 (apart from the superdream, though I susepct that may be being a /little/ harsh ).
Also parts should be a lot cheaper to get, insurance will be cheaper etc. |
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Ooops! Tea anyone? Having said that my ZZR600 makes a lovely brew. Nice to have something to do while I wait for Green Flag to arrive! Only kidding ____________________ not dead yet!! |
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Posted: 16:16 - 18 Apr 2004 Post subject: |
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After i did DAS i got a GPZ500 payed £900 for it, and the insurance was only £194 fully comp, 32 6 points
Great to learn on ____________________ www.boxhill.co.uk |
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 20 years, 24 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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