CBR 600RR 2016

CBR600F ABS · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 01 Jul 2016 Karma :

Hi People,

Seen as this is the first place I come to ask any kind of bike related question I was wondering what people's thoughts were on the 2016 RR? I currently have a CBR 600F, originally was wanting a fieblade but have been told this will be a good stepping stone. Any thoughts/experience/reviews on the 16 RR is appreciated.

Thanks in advance 👍

thepuma · World Chat Champion Joined: 16 Jul 2012 Karma :

If you're going to the trouble of getting a new bike you may as well get the Blade. You'll only look back in 3 months, once you've got used to the slight jump between 600 F and RR and wish you'd gone bigger.
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CBR600F ABS · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 01 Jul 2016 Karma :

Probably should have mentioned this unfortunately due to my age I can't get the blade as the insurance is insanely exspensive, I just want a bike that can still thrill and be a good commuter etc

arry · Super Spammer Joined: 03 Jan 2009 Karma :

If the F isn't falling apart stick with it, do another couple of years, save pennies, build NCD, then buy blade. /thread.

What you're seeking - thrilling and practical - is the hallmark of a CBR6F; if you're extracting everything it has to offer on your commute I'd be amazed.

skatefreak · World Chat Champion Joined: 06 Feb 2010 Karma :

array is spot on...
With a litre bike in mind though, one word of warning, this summer just gone I went from a CBR600F3 to an YZF-R1 and if I'm honest, for commuting purposes the 600 was far better Rolling Eyes

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Gearing is so high on the R1 I can't even rev it out (without hitting 3 figures?!) may as well fire her up, flop it in 3'rd and be done till I get to work. At least with the 600 I got to change gears now and then.

It's got the umppfff but apart from overtaking there's no opportunity to use it.

And now my 600 is sitting in the garage, stripped and prepped for the track and I actually prefer it on the track as well.

So as much as litre/Blade seems like so much do-want, it can be to much muchness for commuting and less fun Sad

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There is a very occasional blast on a weekend where I Can get a thrill but again, on a bike like that, pushing it on public roads quickly leads into Licence Loss territory

I'm half playing with the idea of selling the R1 to get an R6 or 600RR... Laughing

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onlyJaz · Scooby Slapper Joined: 24 Sep 2016 Karma :

For someone looking at doing my DAS and upgrading within the year, this thread is very helpful - cheers guys Thumbs Up

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MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

I personally would go for the RR, but not new. They are rare and special bikes these days and will teach you far more about machine control than a Fireblade ever will.

But loads of people like to sledgehammer finesse with pure power. Confused

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kgm · World Chat Champion Joined: 04 Jun 2015 Karma :

chris-red · Have you considered a TDM? Joined: 21 Sep 2005 Karma :

Throw some cash at the CBR600F instead.

PC3, get the suspension set up properly etc.
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CBR600F ABS · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 01 Jul 2016 Karma :

Thankyou for all the replies! I took her out for a test ride this afternoon, I couldn't believe how easy it was to ride & very comfortable. I could imagine on long rides the seat would be far to hard but with an air hawk I could imagine doing some miles! Really impressed with it so decided to go ahead and trade it in for mine. I am hoping that it holds some of its value now! But looking at the older models it looks like it should. I agree with you guys about the 125 being ideal for commuting but I wanted an all rounder, just with a slightly bit more power than my CBR 600F. Thankyou again everyone for all points of view 👍

AshWebster · Brolly Dolly Joined: 05 Jan 2017 Karma :

asked for advice. ignored advice :p
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Rogerborg · nimbA Joined: 26 Oct 2010 Karma :

CBR600F ABS · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 01 Jul 2016 Karma :

I have taken all advise but the bike really suited me, I appreciate all thoughts, reviews etc given but for me the bike really spoke for itself and others have already said that a litre bike isn't needed for the streets so the RR seems like a good go between. Sorry if I have offended anyone but I was just seeing what everyone's thoughts were on it. Sorry again

Rogerborg · nimbA Joined: 26 Oct 2010 Karma :

We're just haterz. We be jelly. Whistle

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CBR600F ABS · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 01 Jul 2016 Karma :

😂 Cheers, got it in tri colour too! Looks a beast!

AshWebster · Brolly Dolly Joined: 05 Jan 2017 Karma :

Rogerborg · nimbA Joined: 26 Oct 2010 Karma :

Jim Mc · Nearly there... Joined: 28 Dec 2010 Karma :

As a 600rr owner I'm trying to understand what the point would be in switching from a 600f to an RR. It's like chalk and chalk? I'd have gone for the blade.

arry · Super Spammer Joined: 03 Jan 2009 Karma :

skatefreak · World Chat Champion Joined: 06 Feb 2010 Karma :

600rr is very much pleasing for the eye holes...

Half the reason I got the bloooo 99 R1 Rolling Eyes

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Advice given, OP is trolling by making everyone Jelly.

Pics or it never happened Embarassed

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CBR600F ABS · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 01 Jul 2016 Karma :

I can't afford the insurance on the blade mate, Maybe later on down the line I will get one but was really taken with the RR after riding it. Picking up Thursday will post pictures then. Cheers guys

Rogerborg · nimbA Joined: 26 Oct 2010 Karma :

You're in good company, it was actually the best selling (or at least the most registered) 126-650cc bike in January. Last hurrah, that's it killed off by Euro4bollocks now. Sad

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arry · Super Spammer Joined: 03 Jan 2009 Karma :

MarJay · But it's British! Joined: 15 Sep 2003 Karma :

First rule of BCF is, if you put your bike in your username you're gonna have to change it and look like an idiot!

Any pics of the RR?
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