zx6r prices

[yankeedoodle]

hi all

hope this isnt a topic thats been covered much. ive done some research but not found the answer to my question.

im comparing the gsxr 600 k4/k5 with the kawa b1h and c1h

the kwak always seems to be noticeably cheaper than the equivalent than the gsxr and I dont know why? reviews I've read say that the kwak is a bit quicker with the extra 37cc and that build quality between the 2 is quite similar

can anyone enlighten me as to why this is?

im looking to upgrade from my bandit 6 this winter to get something sportier and to do some trackdays on

thanks
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[Sam_Y_93]

My guess would be the demand for gsxr's? seem to be very popular with all the youths. Could be wrong though....

I prefer the zx6r's especially the B1h, supposedly very revvy and powerful engines.
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[MaybeGuy]

You're definitely better off with the Kawasaki. IMO you get much more bang for your buck with the magnesium casings, suspension, clocks etc.

I've owned a GSXR, R6 and 2 zx6rs (one 2001, and currently an 05 636). Albeit my gsxr was a srad, and my r6 was a 5eb, so no real comparason.

Look at the R6 in the pricerange of the c6f/c1h... It still has RWU forks etc. GSXR is just old tech living off a name.
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Kickstart wrote: Hi I tend to agree with Matt. All the best Keith

[yankeedoodle]

thanks guys. sam, i thought the same thing. but then theres also tonnes more gsxrs around so I thought that would make it a more competitive market and hence make prices a bit lower.

will definitely be looking out for a b1h or c1h or maybe even c6f seeing as you seem to be able to get more bike for less money
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[Jayy]

I rode a B1H for 5 months and they're amazing bikes for the money. Look the tits, extremely revy and a nice range of power. Also, design wise, they look very modern considering the age of them and compared to K3/K4s.

You can pick up a clean example for £3,000 in the summer and a fair bit less around this time of the year. I've seen them go for as low as £2,500 around winter.

[Deckx]

Kawasaki ...
I got a b1 & a K7 thou myself but still can't warm to the Suzuki looks.... although i can't fault it.....it just doesn't seem to have appeal of a Kwak

[Rowey]

I've got a C6F and it's a cracking bike. The C models had more power and torque than any other 600 of it's time. It's also taken a while for the latests ZX6R to match the HP of the C models.

As matt said the C is full of trick bits, the lightweight wheels, slipper clutch, gp style swing arm, under-seat exhaust. Also it's a beautiful looking machine.

The B models are great, but consider them as the standard version and the C models the 'R' version. There was that much of a leap in refinement.
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[MaybeGuy]

[Jayy]

Just get a litre Kwak instead

[MaybeGuy]

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Blue_SV650S wrote: it was a sh1te wheelie, but it proves that he can get it up in 3rd and can do angles. In summery, mattsprattuk is a gobby little sh1tebag, dopehead tw4t, but sadly for all of us, he probably isn't THAT full of sh1te!!
Kickstart wrote: Hi I tend to agree with Matt. All the best Keith

[Jayy]

What's wrong with going from a Bandit 6 to a litre?

[Yarri]

Wait until Christmas time and Im sure you'll be able to pick up b1h for just over 2grand, be it a bit high mileage. That's actually my plan for this year, unless an uber cheap cbr 600rr or gsxr k4 pops up.
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[yankeedoodle]

thanks for the advice guys

believe it or not there are b1hs with around 15k miles going for well under £3k already

not really intrested in a litre bike at this stage. the bandit 6 has been tonnes of fun but now im just want something with a bit more power and something that handles better. also, got a modified bandit 12 that I will be keeping
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[Tom85]

Matt the 2005 also has the slipper clutch, Hope you've not swapped yours for that of a 2006, i doubt it would make a difference.
https://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Kawasaki/Kawasaki-ZX-6R-C-2005-2006/

[Wafer_Thin_Ham]

Kawasakis tend to be cheaper, because traditionally Kawasaki slash the price of their new stock near the end of their life. This then hurts the used price too.

They're both cracking bikes to be honest.
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[Slacker24seve...]

I'll be after a B1H soon too
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[MaybeGuy]

[Tom85]

Must be just yours then It is standard on the c1h it was a major selling point when they were released.

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[Spit-Fire]

[MaybeGuy]

if that's the case, I've never noticed it working, no matter how hard I ride it.
I'm sure I read somewhere the 05 bikes didn't have it
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Blue_SV650S wrote: it was a sh1te wheelie, but it proves that he can get it up in 3rd and can do angles. In summery, mattsprattuk is a gobby little sh1tebag, dopehead tw4t, but sadly for all of us, he probably isn't THAT full of sh1te!!
Kickstart wrote: Hi I tend to agree with Matt. All the best Keith

[Groove]

If it means anything i got a B1h (53 plate) late last year with less than 15k on the clocks, steering damper, full akra exhaust, gilles rear sets and some other tarty bits for £1700.... Deals are out there
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[Souleh]

Dont pay more than 2500 for a b1h

[MaybeGuy]

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