2004 and 2006 ZX10R

[KingKong]

Hi

Interested in both 2004 and 2006 ZX10R. I much prefer the looks and cost of the 2004 model; but am a little concerned after finding that the popular belief is that the 2004 is more likely to get me killed/crashed than the 2006 model.

Yes it is more aggressive and possibly for more advanced litre bike riders; however, in that regard is there much difference between the two models? Are the rumours true, or is there an equal risk in loss of control on the 2006 model?

I want the 2004/5 model more, but am weary due to the rumours. Your tips/feedback would help a lot
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Kwak 636 (2005)

Past - 2016 Ninja 300 (dark grey); K4 GSXR 600 (sexy yellow); 2002 CBR600FS; 2004 GSXR 1000; 2006 Kwak 636; 2005 Yamaha XVS 1100 Dragstar (facepalm); 2005 Kwak 636; 2011 Yamaha R125.

[stevo as b4]

The 2004 is almost as much of a cult bike as the 98 R1. It's the only one to go for because:
1, it's the only ZX10R that ever looked good and didn't have any fugly features. Some later ZX10's look horrible and all Judge dread.

2, It's not exactly a common bike, as not that many people bought them new, either cos of the mad reputation, or because of the GSXR1000 and Blade!

3, following on from above it's going to be a classic like the TL1000S is now etc, and will rise in value as they have never made a better or more alarming ZX10R in my opinion since.

Just don't get a beige one unless it's stupidly cheap/free?

[P.]

Men choose the 2004 one.

If you are a faggot, buy the other one. If you want to look fuckin' hard, 2004.

[KingKong]

Some interesting feedback. Thank you.

However, I don't want to appear to be what I am NOT:

1 a 'faggot',
2 a 'hardman'

I just want to be semi comfortable on a lunatic bike that will lift the front when rolling on the throttle from time to time.

I like Kawasaki for their ability to be brutal and raw, as well as for their build quality and reliability.

What I don't want is a bike that wil want to kill me at every instance, which is why I seek this good forum's views on whether i'd be suicidal to get the 2004 model over the 2006.


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Kwak 636 (2005)

Past - 2016 Ninja 300 (dark grey); K4 GSXR 600 (sexy yellow); 2002 CBR600FS; 2004 GSXR 1000; 2006 Kwak 636; 2005 Yamaha XVS 1100 Dragstar (facepalm); 2005 Kwak 636; 2011 Yamaha R125.

[P.]

Street triple or GSXR1000 K5/6

one is a frantic bike thats still rather nippy and one is a stupidly lazy quick bike.

To be a man, I'd say you need the 04 ZX.

[BIG ZOOK]

I have a52plate gsxr thou that I bought from new .Now got 76k on it and as sweet as a nut .Last yr I bought a 2 owner 17k miles 04 plate zx10r,that is in showroom condition .However I fooking hate the zx10 on the road and I`m easily 20mph faster on the bumpy back roads on the gsxr.I find it hard to believe that 2, one litre engines produced about 4 yrs apart can be so different. .The zx has a poor bottom end next to the gsxr and you need to ride a gear lower on the twisties.However the topend rush is and makes my gsxr feel like .I have no steering damper fitted to the zx ,the rear shock is far to hard.I ride at the back of the fast group on trackdays on an old 1999 R6.IMO everyone should have a ride on the ch1 zx10r.lol

[Wull]

You like the 2004 model for the price.......you sure about that?

They're almost as if not more pricey than the twin can model,I've seen a fair few expensive ones of late.

Fact is its only you that's going to kill yourself,its all in the wrist mate so long as you ain't a fanny then you'll be alright.
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"Scooters are for men who want to ride motorcycles but prefer to feel the wind on their vaginas"

[rideslikean00...]

[woo]

ride one and you will know!

6th gear roll ons from 40mph feel like roll ons in first gear at 40mph
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Elen sila lummen omentielvo!

[Wull]