I've been lurking a bit since joining but thought I would say Hi.
My visits have been very informative so far.
I've been considering a super sport liter bike which may or may not happen as it depends on finances but I like to do my home work. Right now I'm a member on several other liter bike forums.
I wasn't considering the R1 until the new 09 came out as I'm looking for something with a lot of low and middle end torque and a lighter then my current ride (2007 Yamaha Raven FZ1). I don't have any desire to get rid of my bike as it is very comfortable and makes a great commuter. It's also pretty flickable in the corners but I just want something a bit more aggressive. The 08 CBR 100rr was at the top of my list but the new R1 is pretty awesome from what I have read. I've sat on one and my only complaint is it's a bit heavy compared to the CBR but I've read that it's still pretty good in the corners as the cross plane engine offers good traction control. In the end my decision might be made by price but I'm also going to test ride them.
Anyone ever rode both the new R1 and CBR, if so may I ask how mid and lower end compare and which is better in the twisties. Most of what I have read has been in the mags and I rather have the word of the average joe then the bike rags. Perhaps even a compare on the Duc 1098 with the new R1 if anyone has experience. The Duc probably won't happen but I am curious none the less.
Anyways thanks for the great forum and you all have some great looking bikes. I know it's not an R1 but here's a picture of my FZ1, at least the engine is the same and it's a Yamaha.
As you can tell by the Pics, I've done several mods (I got bored this winter).
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My visits have been very informative so far.
I've been considering a super sport liter bike which may or may not happen as it depends on finances but I like to do my home work. Right now I'm a member on several other liter bike forums.
I wasn't considering the R1 until the new 09 came out as I'm looking for something with a lot of low and middle end torque and a lighter then my current ride (2007 Yamaha Raven FZ1). I don't have any desire to get rid of my bike as it is very comfortable and makes a great commuter. It's also pretty flickable in the corners but I just want something a bit more aggressive. The 08 CBR 100rr was at the top of my list but the new R1 is pretty awesome from what I have read. I've sat on one and my only complaint is it's a bit heavy compared to the CBR but I've read that it's still pretty good in the corners as the cross plane engine offers good traction control. In the end my decision might be made by price but I'm also going to test ride them.
Anyone ever rode both the new R1 and CBR, if so may I ask how mid and lower end compare and which is better in the twisties. Most of what I have read has been in the mags and I rather have the word of the average joe then the bike rags. Perhaps even a compare on the Duc 1098 with the new R1 if anyone has experience. The Duc probably won't happen but I am curious none the less.
Anyways thanks for the great forum and you all have some great looking bikes. I know it's not an R1 but here's a picture of my FZ1, at least the engine is the same and it's a Yamaha.
As you can tell by the Pics, I've done several mods (I got bored this winter).
