Sportsbike around £1500

[rac3r]

My budget shrunk massively so I'm looking for something around £1500. IL4 or VTwin I don't mind.

I missed out on a TLR but I'm not looking at those anymore since they don't really fit (yes I R Fail)

I just want something cheap that I can still have fun on and also commute if I need to. I've mainly been looking at G/J ZX6R's and also been thinking about the ZX7?

Anything else feel free recommend
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[lllN30lll]

Gsxr srad 750 ?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/Cars-Motorcycles-Vehicles-/9800/i.html?_trkparms=65%253A12%257C66%253A4%257C39%253A1%257C72%253A5698&rt=nc&_nkw=srad+750&_catref=1&_dmpt=UK_Motorcycles&_npmv=3&_sac=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_sop=15&_sc=1

[JoeDougieDoug...]

How about one of these?

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201149433900421/sort/priceasc/usedbikes/model/yzf/make/yamaha/page/3/radius/1500/postcode/ss38ed/quicksearch/true?logcode=p

Yamaha YZF600 Thundercat. One of my friend's has one and its an absolute beast. Top end of your budget, however I think that they're worth it.
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[bacon]

plenty of choice at that budget man

cbr600f - excellent all rounder
zx6r, should get a J in that budget
srad
thundercat
zx7r - best looking late 90's sports bike in my opinion (is why I have one), not the most comfortable on long commutes though, proper ass up head down. Its also about 20kg heavier than any of the others I have listed

plus then you have 900/thou's, but not sure you were looking at those?

old blade
zx9r
tls/tlr which you have discounted

[JoeDougieDoug...]

The GSXR SRAD is also a brilliant option. Me and my friend have just completed an engine transplant on one, and that was just because he wanted a 600 instead of a 750.
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[rac3r]

Thanks for the suggestions

I'll look into all of those mentioned, I really like the look of the zx7 and they are pretty cheap too. 1000s are out because insurance is ghey although I haven't checked how much a 9r would cost
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[drzsta]

Why did you get rid of the b1h??
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[DrDonnyBrago]

[Im-a-Ridah]

Easy get a ZX6R for a grand.

[rac3r]

[Eddie Hitler]

As its been said, just have a look at whats for sale near you and pick the best value/most suitable one for you. I got my 600 fizzer on that basis and im really happy with it. Sure for 1.5k you would do well.

[instigator]

Picked up my GSXR600 k1 for £1500 - better looking than the ZX6R j series you'll get for £1500 (you won't get a R6 for this price and if you do, it won't have a 2nd gear). They run a lot better in winter than the ZX and are pretty solid bikes.

[swiftb]

J ZX6R - legendary Get a good one and you will be v happy.
Fix the brakes, enjoy the awesome power, has cracking midrange for a 600. Handles well but suspension can be a bit stiff.

CBR600 FX - decent bike - does everything but nowhere near as grunty in the midrange as the zx6r, clip ons are above the top yoke so bit of a less sporty riding position, just a lot more bland and boring than the zx6r. But very easy to ride and good solid/reliable. Suspension lot softer but reacts well to adjustments. Suprisingly excellent on the track too.

hth

[DrDonnyBrago]

[bunglebubs]

I will sell you my 2001 600 GSXR in blue/white, just has a slight oil leak under the stator from the casing. Oh it would need an MOT and tax but it went through last MOT not needing a thing done
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899 Panigale, K7 GSXR 750

[Shaane]

I've got a G2 6R for sale mate Serviced regularly by myself cause I've used it for motorways. Bikes is in good condition with a small crack on the front. Does unfortunatly have 42k on the clock but its been restricted since 10k. Never let me down. New chain and sprockets less than 100 miles ago and got brand new front pads ready to go on. Also had new Diablo 3s fitted few hundred miles ago

Would be looking for about 1400 or there abouts if interested
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Previous: 1992 DT125R
Current: ~ 2005 ZX6R C1H

[bacon]

[Maruchino]

I sold my immaculate (did need new chain) ZX6R J1 in 2010 for £1150. Probably the worst deal I've ever done.

Now looking for another J1/2 and will probably end up paying more than 40% more for the same bike!

[Shaane]

[TUG]

Another vote here for CBR600F4/X i love mine like crazy, so easy to ride and wheelies brilliantly. Very confident inspiring bike.
Don't get an SRAD, Worst mistake of my life, comfy bike and all that shit but the scars and limp i have from one and other experiances from them too, i just can't suggest one.
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[bacon]

[rac3r]

Ran some quotes and an 02 ZX9R and 02 ZX6R both come out exactly the same at about £700-800 and the ZX7R comes out about £100 cheaper. Weird that the 9 and the 6 come out the same

Servicing is not a problem but I don't want to have to do loads of shit as soon as I get the bike

I look at the CBR F's too

EDIT: 900 Blade also costs £850 to insure TPO or £890 TPFT
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[instigator]

[wilz1234]

Im just gonna leave this pic here...i hope it offers some inspiration....







https://attach.kawiforums.com/2005/09/01/20050901140006-0-1629.jpg

[J4mes]

^^ makes me want to touch myself.