1990 FZR600...good deal or no? - Page 2

Kaneman · 06-09-2009, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Particle Man

why not go with an older Ninja 250 or even one of the newer ones? Proven design and a pretty forgiving bike and you get to play with it (they're fun as hell to ride)

Want to stay under $1,500 so a newer one is out of the picture. I've had a Ninja 250 and used to ride it all the time...want to try something different.

I'd really like to get a decent dual purpose bike if I can find one.
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Ninjakel · 06-09-2009, 02:41 PM

how tall is she??? Inseam??

Kaneman · 06-09-2009, 02:45 PM

Here's a cool one...1985 Magna 700..

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/mcy/1204178619.html

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Originally Posted by Ninjakel

how tall is she??? Inseam??

Don't know about inseam, she's about 5'8" though.
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Ninjakel · 06-09-2009, 02:46 PM

she should be fine height wise, as long as she doesn't have stumpy legs

pauldun170 · 06-09-2009, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaneman

Here's a cool one...1985 Magna 700..

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/mcy/1204178619.html

Don't know about inseam, she's about 5'8" though.

A Magna at that price point may have oiling or cam issues with all the fun that comes from early 80's brakes and suspension that have been worn out since the 90's.

May turn out to be a huge headache.

was92v · 06-09-2009, 08:00 PM

I had a 92 FZR600. Great Bike. 440lbs wet, corners like its on rails.
Won Daytona in 89...
$1500. is not a bad price if it runs and shifts OK. And yes they do crash well. The 91' and up have better brakes and a wider rear wheel, but for the most part they are all the same. I prefer the 91'-92' upper fairing, but apparently no one else did since that was the only two years with a single headlamp and a swoopy nose.

Mrs. Colleen · 06-09-2009, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Ninjakel

I had an FZR as my 1st bike. NOT recommended at all.

Just to give the exact opposite opinion...my FZR is my first bike and I LOVE it!

Angee · 06-09-2009, 10:31 PM

My 93 Ninja 600R only has 7,700 miles on it and I got it off craigslist about 2 miles from my house. I've been looking all year and waited till this one came up. If you are patient, you will find a good deal. Don't rush it hon. Good luck with the hunt!

LittleTaz · 06-09-2009, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Kaneman

Want to stay under $1,500 so a newer one is out of the picture. I've had a Ninja 250 and used to ride it all the time...want to try something different.

I'd really like to get a decent dual purpose bike if I can find one.

Is this for her or for you, Josh? Pick some that are close by that would be good starter bikes and take her to look at them and more importantly, sit on them. See what feels comfortable to her.

lauralynne · 06-09-2009, 11:25 PM

I started on an FZR600 as my street bike, quickly made it my race bike and then sold it and replaced it with an FZR400/600 which Louie took as HIS race bike. I just bouth another FZR400 that I'll be putting another 600 motor in and making my commuter/kid hauler.

I would highly recommend it as a first bike, they're awesome, the parts are everywhere and VERY affordable, and they're essentially impossible to kill!

06-09-2009, 02:41 PM	#12
Ninjakel Post whorette Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Florida Moto: 2006 GSXR 600- Posts: 3,992	how tall is she??? Inseam?? __________________ I'm gonna punch you in the ovary, that's what I'm gonna do. A straight shot. Right to the babymaker. --Ron Burgundy-- Anchorman

06-09-2009, 02:46 PM	#14
Ninjakel Post whorette Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Florida Moto: 2006 GSXR 600- Posts: 3,992	she should be fine height wise, as long as she doesn't have stumpy legs __________________ I'm gonna punch you in the ovary, that's what I'm gonna do. A straight shot. Right to the babymaker. --Ron Burgundy-- Anchorman

06-09-2009, 11:25 PM	#20
lauralynne 667:Neighbor of the Beast Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Everett WA Moto: VTR1000, SV650, FZR400, CRF150 Posts: 1,403	I started on an FZR600 as my street bike, quickly made it my race bike and then sold it and replaced it with an FZR400/600 which Louie took as HIS race bike. I just bouth another FZR400 that I'll be putting another 600 motor in and making my commuter/kid hauler. I would highly recommend it as a first bike, they're awesome, the parts are everywhere and VERY affordable, and they're essentially impossible to kill! __________________ WMRRA's slowest Expert! triathalete, mom, racer, rider, friend, sister, wife - all in one tidy package! Married my best friend 8/30/09 Last edited by lauralynne; 06-09-2009 at 11:28 PM..

06-09-2009, 08:00 PM	#16
was92v Nowhere Man Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 558	I had a 92 FZR600. Great Bike. 440lbs wet, corners like its on rails. Won Daytona in 89... $1500. is not a bad price if it runs and shifts OK. And yes they do crash well. The 91' and up have better brakes and a wider rear wheel, but for the most part they are all the same. I prefer the 91'-92' upper fairing, but apparently no one else did since that was the only two years with a single headlamp and a swoopy nose.