I had an 01' FZ1 and really really liked it. It was a great bike and very confortable on ling rides but it would hande twisties really well too. I think you would be really happy with it. At times I wish I still had that bike when riding to work.

 

I had an '02 Fizzy and loved it. If I was going to trade the R1 in for anything it would be for the FZ-1.

 

FZ-1 was the fastest standard bike around, putting the '04 R1 motor in it will just make it faster. the new FZ-1 will more then likely be more than you need on the street. I say go for it, the new bike looks tits other than the can

 

The FZ1 is a fantastic bike. And while it may be slightly more utilitarian than your R1...Don't kid yourself...you're not going to be riding any slower. :no

 

i had an 01 Fz1 and it was a great bike, the new one looks even better...I would go for it.....

 

Thanks guys.

I know that the FZ1 is a great bike. I had the chance to test ride it for almost a full day.

My question is: that if I sould let the wonderful 2003 R1 go for an FZ1.

Will it be better bike then the 2003 R1? (technicaly)

 

Pic.....

 

One more...

Look at the bars...

Now thats a streetfighter!!!:machinegu

 

Forgot the pic...

 

Probably a great bike, but I don't like the styling.

 

i would get it for a second bike but never trade in my R1.

 

"DAMN" Suzuki for starting this trend toward ugly pipes! That's worse than the K5 GSXR 1000's! I like the R6's, but that's just bad!

 

I went from a ZX9R to my FZ1 and I just don't think I can go back to anything with a seating position like that. The FZ1 is meant to be ridden all day with no worries about getting sore.......especially is you have a woman on back.

If the '06 can be 40lbs lighter and have 10-15 more horse, I buying a new one. The '01-'05 FZ1 is almost 525lbs wet!!

 

Looks great ! :beer :thumbup :riding

 

I have a black 04 Fizzer and love it for daily traffic domination.
The 05 and previous years have conventional front ends and will become a flexi flier when you start flogging it.
Even with a fork brace and suspension tuning they will not come close to an R1.
If the 06s are substantially lighter that the previous years then Ill be geting one.
If not. The previous years have plenty of potential for horsepower upgrades and Ill be looking for an 06FZ front end if its long enough.
As a conventional, affordable, easily insured, less hassled, daily all around thrasher/streetfighter/and long distance cruiser. I feel the Fizzer is unrivaled.
Im happy with mine and its really fun when you strafe some sportbikes with a cruiser.

 

I think the FZ1 will get you into just as much trouble as your '03 R1. If you have changed your riding habits to a more relaxed mode then you might want to go for it. Otherwise, if you still love to hit the twisties, then I would keep the R1.

 

I had an '01 FZ1 for almost three years and loved it except for the weight. Power was more than adequate, but the weight of the bike was a bit much for the suspension. If it is lighter with upgraded suspension it will be a darned near perfect bike.

 

the new FZ1 looks hot and with the R1 engine only adds to the flavor. If you're looking for a more comfortable ride with tons of power, then i'm sure the FZ1 will be plenty. To me, that's basically the only difference between that and your R1... the FZ1 has a more comfortable ride and with the rear seat cover and underbody cover i'm sure that bike will look even hotter :rock

 

i think it looks tits. go with your instincts.

 

I dig it

 

I didn't like the '04's suspension at all. It also seemed like it's center of gravity was up too high. I traded for the '04 R1 afte only 2500 miles, and I've never looked back Besides, the Triumph Speed Triple is the ONLY naked bike (except for the new Beemer that costs a fortune) that's worth buying right now:yesnod

 

Voila:epimp

 

thinki like the Z1000 better.......:hellobye

 

I didn't like the '04's suspension at all. It also seemed like it's center of gravity was up too high. I traded for the '04 R1 afte only 2500 miles, and I've never looked back Besides, the Triumph Speed Triple is the ONLY naked bike (except for the new Beemer that costs a fortune) that's worth buying right now:yesnod

Ha! funnt that your talked about the new K1200R.

A short ride on this beast made think about that whole thing.

This is simply the best bike I have ever ridden in my life.

THe handling, power, brakes and comfy are all better then my R1.

After this short ride, I rode my R1 and for a moment I thought that my tires PSI are too low. :lol

Damn....If this bike wasnt too $$$$$$$$ , I had it in my garage now.

THe looks....well your getting use to it after a short ride.

EVERYONE!!! GO and test ride this beast. K1200R

 

is it injected yet?