ER6N - Are They Really 'That' Bad?!

[NinjaSam]

So after a lifetime of waiting, I finally got my full big boy licence at the end of last year. I'm also finally in a position to buy my bike, and am hopefully putting a deposit down on a brand new ER6N in the coming days.

First things first; I know, I'll probably drop it and should buy an old bike. However, I can get the ER6N on a very, very good finance deal and I'd enjoy having a new bike purely from a warranty standpoint; as it stands, I know far more about cars than I do bikes, and I'd hate to spend £1500 on something 'ok' only for it to break on me within a month.

Secondly, I did my course and test on an ER6N. I enjoyed riding it, it feels familiar and I think, for now at least, it'll be more than enough for me.

I can see what people mean about the wind buffeting versus the ER6F, but I don't expect to be doing many motorway miles on the bike or any big trips - so I'm hoping that shouldn't be too much of a problem. Truth be told, I haven't ridden the F, but I quite like the style of the naked bike.

Now I've read a fair bike and people don't seem to be overly excited about the ER6N. Compared to other bikes, it probably 'is' a little sluggish, it probably 'is' quite average, but for the price (and finance deal) of both the bike and the insurance, I'm struggling to find anything else that will make me smile for my first couple of years on two wheels.

I took a Triumph Street Triple 675 RX out the other day and it was absolutely fantastic. But, for the cost of the finance deal I was offered, I could own the ER6N outright for the exact same price over the same time scale, where I'd otherwise have to hand the keys to the Triumph back and own nothing.

I'd love a ZX6R, or something similar, but I cannot justify the insurance costs and, to be honest, I think I'll quite enjoy finding my feet on an upright bike.

Long and short, I just want your opinions on the bike. I'm sure your S1000RR is a million times better...but I'm a 26 year old bloke looking for something to put a smile on my face over a couple of summers that hopefully won't throw me in to a ditch or encourage me to ride (too much) like a complete tool.

Are there any genuine reasons as to why I shouldn't call the dealer in the next few days to give them my deposit?

Cheers!

[Wafer_Thin_Ham]

Sounds like you've already made up your mind...

If you've got your heart set on an ER6N, why not buy a used one? I'm sure a used one is still cheaper than your "very, very good finance deal". Buy used from a Kawasaki dealer if you're that worried.
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[Beehive Bedlam]

INB4 don't buy new you will drop it or lose money yada yada fucking yada. Don't take notice of arm chair experts.

ER6 is a perfectly good first bike if you like it buy it.

That is all.

[Evil Hans]

I have no real opinion about that later particular bike. But with the difficulty of getting test rides with a new licence, there is a lot to be said for just getting a bike you know you are comfortable with.
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[BrownTrousers]

[NinjaSam]

[Dave70]

I haven't much experience on the ER 6N but, spent a day on one riding through towns and some NSL roads only, so no motorway experience on one.

I really enjoyed the bike and have too just ordered one, except I went for the faired version. Partly due to looks but, faired bikes do tend to make a difference when it comes to being buffered by the wind but, not hugely ime. They also generally cost more if you drop them. So it's a case of pros and cons really and what you'll be using it for.

As I said, I've not ridden one on the motorway yet but, never experienced any problem doing 60mph on NSLs with the naked.
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[NinjaSam]

[stevo as b4]

I dont think there's anything wrong with an ER6, it's just fashionable for people to not like them it seems. I'd have one over an XJ6 or GSR750 etc.

But you said you like and want a sports bike. It might seem as against my normal advice, but I'd say go and test ride one. I don't see how anyone that likes the look of sports bikes or thinks they are the best bikes to own, will be happy with anything else?

I was 22 when I had a ZX6R, and the only salty point was insurance. About 1200quid first year and that was 15years ago. I don't regret my decision at all, and Ive got sports bikes out of my system now, so why buy something as a halfway house or a load of disappointment potentially,if you can get what you really want instead.

[NinjaSam]

[mjn51]

it will be sporty enough for you for the next 3-4 years, myself went for the f, but then I like the comfort in the winter on less of an icy blast. I've now gone onto a Triumph Trophy SE again for comfort.
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[Pigeon]

It's your money and you like the bike and it's offer.

Got to be worth trying a few bikes though before signing on the line, just in case.

[Rogerborg]

[NinjaSam]

[arry]

Fair play

[Ribenapigeon]

I tried a load of 600's including the ER6n before deciding on an XJ which frankly was my first choice. ER6 was a fine bike to ride though the engine has a really good rep and they get raced as well. You like it, you buy it.

I dont really see the point of the MT-07 unless you have to ride a restricted bike. I think if someone is looking at the 07 they may as well push the boat out a bit more financially and get the MT-09.

[NinjaSam]

Picked her up today! Just 3 miles on the clock when I rolled her out of the showroom. Had a fantastic day riding about and getting used to it.

Very happy!

https://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm278/MiniOneSam/12932747_10156830596040245_510598644925402224_n_zps1jagmoei.jpg

[Rogerborg]

Eeeh, that looks nice in white.
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[Ribenapigeon]

Scrub the tyres in before you rag it.

[NinjaSam]

Don't you worry - I'm taking it easy!

[Dave70]

Very nice.

I've gone for the white version too (matches my leathers) Went for the faired verion myself though.

Can't wait for it to be delivered. I keep drooling over pictures of it at the moment.
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[Polarbear]

the number plate says OOH SHIT. At least thats how it came to me as soon as I looked at the photo

Nice bike. The wife has an older model ER6N and loves it.

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Is that a private plate because shouldn't it be a 16 number?
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[NinjaSam]

[Ribenapigeon]

I read it as DOLL SHiT.

The best number plate I ever saw was GAR10CH. Absolutely meaningless to anyobody who dousent live in the Garioch.

[NinjaSam]