ch33zecake
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...to a 2014 CBR600RR! Honda had a sale going on for all the 2014 models. The sale price for the CBR was $7,900 and only had 3 miles. I couldn't resist so I decided to set up an appointment to check the bike out and maybe go for a demo ride.
Sooo ... the demo ride was the determining factor whether I should go for it or pass on this bike. I just want to point out key differences compared to the FZ6R:
- Even though the CBR has supersport ergos, I didn't find this particular bike to be extremely uncomfortable like the R6 I demoed in the past. I was still able to sit somewhat upright on the CBR whereas the R6 the seating position felt higher and further back forcing me to be in such an uncomfortable position.
- The clutch on the CBR felt much, much heavier than the clutch on my FZ6R. I'm not sure if it's because the CBR was practically brand new, but it took some time to get used to while rowing through the gears. The clutch engagement was also a little different too. There were times when I accidentally revved it too high and took off.
- The brakes are simply amazing! Wow what an upgrade from the FZ6R's brakes. The FZ6R feels like I'm trying to stop a train compared to the CBR.
- The CBR is a faster bike as expected. I'm not coming from a 250 or 300 so I wasn't completely blown away. Since I'm still in the break in period, I didn't completely let the bike loose. I think I took it to 10k rpm and backed off from there.
- The bike felt extremely mobile. I didn't really take any corners but just from riding back home I felt really "in-control" of the bike. I think part of the reason why I felt like that was because of the whole aggressive ergonomics on a supersport bike.
My trip back home was from Orange County to San Diego. It took an hour and 30 mins. I stopped once to stretch out. No, it was not the most comfortable ride, but I didn't buy the CBR for comfort. I plan on using my CBR as my commuter/canyon carving and some track days. Work is only 10 miles so it's really not that bad of a commute. I love my new bike so far. I've always wanted a supersport since the very beginning. I just figured it wasn't a good idea to start on one as a beginner's bike. I'll miss my FZ6R for sure, but I think I will love my new CBR!
Sooo ... the demo ride was the determining factor whether I should go for it or pass on this bike. I just want to point out key differences compared to the FZ6R:
- Even though the CBR has supersport ergos, I didn't find this particular bike to be extremely uncomfortable like the R6 I demoed in the past. I was still able to sit somewhat upright on the CBR whereas the R6 the seating position felt higher and further back forcing me to be in such an uncomfortable position.
- The clutch on the CBR felt much, much heavier than the clutch on my FZ6R. I'm not sure if it's because the CBR was practically brand new, but it took some time to get used to while rowing through the gears. The clutch engagement was also a little different too. There were times when I accidentally revved it too high and took off.
- The brakes are simply amazing! Wow what an upgrade from the FZ6R's brakes. The FZ6R feels like I'm trying to stop a train compared to the CBR.
- The CBR is a faster bike as expected. I'm not coming from a 250 or 300 so I wasn't completely blown away. Since I'm still in the break in period, I didn't completely let the bike loose. I think I took it to 10k rpm and backed off from there.
- The bike felt extremely mobile. I didn't really take any corners but just from riding back home I felt really "in-control" of the bike. I think part of the reason why I felt like that was because of the whole aggressive ergonomics on a supersport bike.
My trip back home was from Orange County to San Diego. It took an hour and 30 mins. I stopped once to stretch out. No, it was not the most comfortable ride, but I didn't buy the CBR for comfort. I plan on using my CBR as my commuter/canyon carving and some track days. Work is only 10 miles so it's really not that bad of a commute. I love my new bike so far. I've always wanted a supersport since the very beginning. I just figured it wasn't a good idea to start on one as a beginner's bike. I'll miss my FZ6R for sure, but I think I will love my new CBR!
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