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**CoWcH** · November 11th, 01:54 AM

I really cannot decide, and the time to buy is coming in a month.

From what I've gathered, a quite general comparison is the R6 is a little slower, and a bit more comfy for casual riding. The GSX-R is fast, but puts you at much more of a racing lean and feel all the time.

Basicly I like speed, and I like comfort. I'm starting to lean towards the R6 from what I've heard about comfort(since It doesn't seem like the GSX-R will be THAT much faster).

Keep in mind this will be a commuting bike AND a pleasure bike. I do not plan on bringing it to the track except for maybe once or twice just to see what I can do.

Any opinions?

**SWATORNOT** · November 11th, 01:55 PM

Have you ever rode motorcycle before? How many years of Experience do you have?

If your just starting out and are willing to kill yourself...get the gixxer...otherwise the R6 is still a good bike you could get killed on. Rockets arent meant for starters, but since your looking at a gixxer I assume you have riding experience.

If your commuting and pleasure, The R6 will do you perfectly and they ride fairly well.

**Z PYRO** · November 11th, 03:57 PM

check out the other threads in this section, you'll see that he has a 250 and wants a 600

with what i've heard about modern 600's, it's basically about looks, brand, and color. they're pretty close to the same, so you just pick which looks best or which brand you want more

**SWATORNOT** · November 11th, 04:15 PM

There are some major difference in the new models out there, all the manufacturers are pushing new design technology in the frames and suspension tuning. In the 600 class, powerband, weight, handling and overall ride quality, there are differences, you just need to know how to find and notice them.

check this site out for some good input on the overall quality of your choices;
Gixxer 600
http://www.powersportsnetwork.com/en....asp?veh=14034

R6
http://www.powersportsnetwork.com/en....asp?veh=13127

**crustybug** · November 11th, 04:35 PM

GSX-r i think is the cooler bike

**1337** · November 11th, 04:49 PM

Hard decision... my 2 favorite bikes.

I've actually ridden a GSX-R 600 and loved it.

I'd go with the GSX-R because its more of a race bike, a bit faster, and is generally cheaper. The YZFs are usually a grand or 2 more. I also like how the GSX-R looks over the R6.

**SWATORNOT** · November 11th, 04:54 PM

Not a huge difference in price but Suzuki is cheaper.

From the Yamaha Site,

$9,299 (Raven) Available from January 2006
$9,199 (Team Yamaha Blue/White) Available from January 2006

From Suzuki site;

2006 GSX-R600
MSRP: $8,799.00

**SWATORNOT** · November 11th, 04:56 PM

Specs For GSX-R600 2006;

Specs
Engine: 599cc,4-stroke,four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve
Bore Stroke: 67.0 x 42.5mm
Compression Ratio: 12.5:1
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Lubrication: Wet Sump
Ignition: Digital/transistorized
Transmission: 6-speed, constant mesh
Final Drive: #525 chain
Overall Length: 2040mm (80.3 in.)
Overall Width: 715mm (28.1 in.)
Overall Height: 1125mm 44.7 in.)
Seat Height: 810mm (31.9 in.)
Ground Clearance: TBD
Wheelbase: 1400mm (55.1 in.)
Dry Weight: 161kg (354 lbs)
Suspension Front: Cartridge-type, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping
Suspension Rear: Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Brakes Front: Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Tires Front: 120/70-ZR-17
Tires Rear: 180/55-ZR-17
Fuel Tank Capacity: 17 liter (4.5 gal.)
Color: White/Blue, Red/Black, Black/Gray, Silver/White

Specs for Yamaha R6 2006;

Engine
Type 600cc, Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, forward inclined inline 4 cylinder, DOHC, 16-titanium valves
Bore x Stroke 67.0 x 42.5mm
Compression Ratio 12.8:1
Carburetion Fuel injection w/ YCCT
Ignition TCI
Transmission 6-speed w/multi-plate clutch
Final Drive #525 O-ring chain
Chassis
Suspension/Front 41mm inverted telescopic fork w/adjustable preload, separate high & low-speed compression damping, rebound damping; 4.7" travel
Suspension/Rear Single shock w/adjustable preload, separate high & low-speed compression damping, rebound damping; 4.7" travel
Brakes/Front Dual 310mm floating discs w/radial mount, forged 4-piston calipers
Brakes/Rear 220mm disc w/ single-piston caliper
Tires/Front 120/70-ZR17
Tires/Rear 180/55-ZR17
Dimensions
Length 80.3"
Width 27.6"
Height 43.3"
Seat Height 33.5"
Wheelbase 54.3"
Rake (Caster Angle) 24°
Trail 3.8"
Fuel Capacity 4.6 gallons
Oil Capacity (with oil filter change) 3.59 qts.
Dry Weight 357 lbs.
Other
Main Jet Not Applicable
Main Air Jet Not Applicable
Jet Needle Not Applicable
Needle Jet Not Applicable
Pilot Air Jet 1 Not Applicable
Pilot Outlet Not Applicable
Pilot Jet Not Applicable
Primary Reduction Ratio 85/41 (2.0731)
Secondary Reduction Ratio 45/16 (2.8125)
Gear Ratio - 1st Gear 31/12 (2.583)
Gear Ratio - 2nd Gear 32/16 (2.000)
Gear Ratio - 3rd Gear 30/18 (1.667)
Gear Ratio - 4th Gear 26/18 (1.444)
Gear Ratio - 5th Gear 27/21 (1.286)
Gear Ratio - 6th Gear 23/20 (1.150)
Warranty 1 Year (Limited Factory Warranty)

**1337** · November 11th, 05:37 PM

I'm talking on used prices.

**CoWcH** · November 12th, 02:01 AM

I will be buying new, I figure this is a perfect chance to start building credit. Gonna finance a new bike.

And I know most of the specs and such...I'm basicly completely split on what I want. I can't even tell which one I like the looks of better...both are so damn hot.

I know either bike is going to be awesome, just looking for some input of what you guys think

*nice links swat thx

**1337** · November 12th, 12:52 PM

See if you can test drive both..

Honestly I hate how the newer bikes look. I'd definitly buy a like new 2004 model.

***ThrottleJunkie*** · November 21st, 05:46 PM

the R6 is more geared to perform on the track but tends to be a little more comfortable to ride. the gixxer is easier to handle around town but might be a bit slower than the R6

**fenix_freak** · November 21st, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1337PAINTBALLER

See if you can test drive both..

Honestly I hate how the newer bikes look. I'd definitly buy a like new 2004 model.

QFT

One of my friends bought a GSX-R last year (red and black) and that thing was awesome. He was an idiot for buying it though, first street bike he ever owned. He said that since he raced motocross he would be fine. Turning on dirtbikes and streebikes are completely different, Jake (my friend) fount that out the hard way...not to mention after that, started downloading a bunch of the stunt bike videos. He said "Oh well that stuff doesn't look to hard"....what a moron. He comepletely wrecked his bike on the highway when he tried to do a wheelie while sitting on his gas tank with his feet over the handle bars.

I would pick the GSX-R. Before he completely wrecked his, I wrode it a little around town and loved it. I have some experience with streetbikes, but that was the first time I was on a 600 or bigger. Very nice bikes.

**1337** · November 21st, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ThrottleJunkie

the R6 is more geared to perform on the track but tends to be a little more comfortable to ride. the gixxer is easier to handle around town but might be a bit slower than the R6

GSX-R is fastest in it's class...

**fenix_freak** · November 21st, 09:00 PM

Suzuki makes very nice bikes. Take the Hayabusa for example. Wow, those things are incredibly fast. Saw one at the PSP Chicago Open actually...

To the right of it, is the Honda CBR1000RR...

**wgporracle124** · November 21st, 09:10 PM

the r6 is really nice, yamaha is a really good company. id recomend them to anyone

RB · November 21st, 09:13 PM

The CBR1000RR is no slouch either.

A guy that worked construction for our landscaping place has one...and he can pull all kindsa **** (stunts and such) with that thing.

-RB-

***ThrottleJunkie*** · November 22nd, 10:00 PM

id give anything for a hayabusa

**CoWcH** · November 23rd, 02:17 AM

I think zpyro said it well when commenting on buying a hayabusa.

"Buy a gun, it is a cheaper way to kill yourself"

**Z PYRO** · November 24th, 05:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fenix_freak

One of my friends bought a GSX-R last year (red and black) and that thing was awesome. He was an idiot for buying it though, first street bike he ever owned. He said that since he raced motocross he would be fine. Turning on dirtbikes and streebikes are completely different, Jake (my friend) fount that out the hard way...not to mention after that, started downloading a bunch of the stunt bike videos. He said "Oh well that stuff doesn't look to hard"....what a moron. He comepletely wrecked his bike on the highway when he tried to do a wheelie while sitting on his gas tank with his feet over the handle bars.

he was probably wearing jeans, sneakers, and a tshirt huh