any bike is respecting when you mind it. i went from a 600 to a 750 after one yr. it wasnt that much of a difference in handling but the power is a difference.

 

My 750 is my first bike and it's been fine to me... no complaints... not too difficult to manage the power, really. At least not that I've seen. The 600 I'm guessing would be more manageable since it is less power. After riding a 750 I'll def never go to a 600 and prob never even up to a 1000. If I really want more power (which I really don't want or need) I could always get a power commander, exhaust...etc. But the 750 has plenty of power. Shit I just did my first wheelie without even trying. Granted, I was getting on it pretty hard in first gear... but I think it's safe to say it has quite a bit of power and will keep you content for a long time but won't chew you up and spit you out.

 

thanks bros see im still having a hard time to choose the 600 0r 750 as my first bike im not gona go crazy on it cause i knw it could all end in a second so yea thanks again :thumbup:

 

Yea i would have to agree with eternalsinner750 although Im on my first bike a k6 600 I think after Im done with these payments I'll get a k7 750 something like that just a lil more power with the same great handling of a liter bike :arsenal

 

My 09 Gsxr 600 is great! Sexy, fast & reliable.... I have never ridden anything bigger and I could definitely see myself upgrading to a 750. But with that said, the 600 is more power than you will ever need or master. Its all preference, to each his own... But if this is your first bike my opinion would be to get a 600. If you whack on the throttle on a 750, you could get yourself into some trouble quickly...

Whatever you get, don't get overconfident... Get the gear and wear it at all times.... GL & have fun!

 

Well, they have covered the differences pretty well already so welcome man.

Both of them will get you into trouble 600 or 750 if you don't learn the proper riding skills and throttle control. So which ever you pick be safe and wear your gear.

Let us know what you choose and post some pics. :thumbup:

 

+1...

 

Think of the 750 as a really really really fast 600. ..and with more mid range.

 

I loved my 600 but I love my 750 more. It shits and gets. The 600 wasn't a slug but what I like the about the 750 is when I'm riding 2 up, it feels more solid when in power and braking. The 600 didn't feel that way to me. Theres my 2¢.

 

also as a new rider the 600 will be cheaper to insure.

 

you guys i tell ya! look here man neither one of those bikes are going to respect you. they will both treat you like there bitch at any chance they get. so dont ever forget that and stay on point.

 

Neither one of these bikes is "forgiving." The 600 will land you on your ass just as fast as the 750.

Here's a point to ponder - if it's your first bike, why aren't you looking for a good bike to learn on? There will be more bikes in the future if you decide to keep riding. There's no point wrecking a supersport while you're learning. Get a basic bike to learn the basics. You can find a used 500 or 650 twin for cheap and sell it for just as much as you pay for it when you're ready to upgrade.

 

thread jack about to take place sorry- hey chango how do you like your r6s? is it true that they are just an o5 r6 repackaged?

 

The R6S was closer to the 03-04 R6 as it had conventional forks instead of upside down and conventional-mounted brake calipers instead of radial mount calipers. It was a pretty good bike, but I just never really gelled with it like I did with my GSXRs. At the track the R6S was much more flickable than either GSXR, and I can understand why some people love them so much; but I just never really had the confidence (especially in the front end) to push it comfortably. That and the fact that I'm commuting 65 miles per day 6 days per week are why I traded it in on the TU250.

 

yea ive been looking at that tu 250 for my wifes first bike shes 4 foot 11 what do you think of it over all and for a beginner bike. ive always respected your opinion on here.

 

ive never owned less than a 750

 

the TU is great for a beginner. I've been teaching my wife to ride on it when we both have time off. She loves riding it even more than I do...

 

hey buddy, just see what you can get a good deal on and go with it but take the MSF course first. safefty is always first priority and since your asking about a 600vs750, i am guessing you have not rode before. get good gear, wear the gear, take the MSF course and you will be fine :thumbup:

 

faw shaw

 

As a new rider i can really relate. I would suggest getting an older model 600 to learn, practice and trial and error on. Lots to learn about bikes other than how fast they go if you're new to the sport.

In the first week I had to learn about coolant, bikes overheating while idling, battery jumping, removing fairings, checking oil, the heaviness of a very slow moving bike and lots more. I studied books, other riders, and all videos I could. I had my 2k 600 for exactly 30 days and about 2700 miles before I sold it for 400 bucks more than I bought it for and jumped to my k6 750.

I would advise you to get a 600 for a good cheap price (under 2500), learn on it (not how to ride but everything else about the moto world) then sell it and get a 750 when YOU THINK you can responsibly handle more. You really wont need more, but that is when you can/will be able to answer you're own question. You'll know after 2500 miles whether you need more time or are ready to take additional risk. I was more than ready and more importantly prepared for a 750 after having a 600.

 

sorry but i dont agree... waste of money and time, licensing/ insurance all of that stuff... the 750 doesnt weight much more and isnt that much more powerful than a 600... it only has the power when you twist the throttle... I know too many people that bought 600s first and got bored n arent in the position to sell and repurchase something better...

 

I would have to say that a 750 is better than a 600 when it comes to ridin 2up, at the track, and the mid range power. Though that shouldn't really matter to you just yet since I don't think your goin to be doin any of that since your just starting up. I started with a 600 and kept with a 600 for 3 other bikes until I finally got my dream bike (750). So coming from 4 600's a 750 feels the same as a 600 until you open it up. It's like thwy said before bro, just look for a good deal out there. Sometimes you an get a deal on a newer bike 600/750 cuz the person selling it is in tough spot. In my opinion I think a 750 is the best of both worlds. Not as big as the 1000 and not as small as the 600. Just member to maintain good gearing, throttle position, and stay alert.

oh, and if you want to be really prepared take the MOTORCYCLE SAFETY COURSE. IY not only teasches you everything you need to know to ride n be safe. But you do hands on where they can help you out with any probs, questions, concerns you have bout riding. And as a plus after completion of course it bypasses ur hands on test at the dmv and only have to pass ur written test.

 

selling it for more than you bought it for isnt always going to happen tho... just my .02 i wouldnt go through the hastle of doing all of that. I would recommend anyone to start on a 750. unless your like 5' 4 and 130 pounds lol

glad you learned and feel more comfortable on your 750 tho

 

did anyone think to say hey buddy why dont you get a 250cc first....crawl before you can walk(in this case a 600cc would be a full speed sprint). The way i see you looking at this is a 600 is at the bottom of the food chain,slowest of them all. Guess again a 600 is still a SUPERBIKE PERIOD. I mean it only goes at a snail pace of 60mph in 3sec in 1st gear/ 100mph in 2nd/ 125mph in 3rd and if and only if you have the balls to stay at this pace and havent shit your self or even worse made out with payment you will be headed towards 140mph in 4th/ 155mph in 5th and a jawdropping 172mph in 6th gear. That will all happen in about 15sec or less. now do you want me to do another paragraph about the 750?? or do you realize that a 600 will fit you just fine noob? :headscrat

 

Its called an ego of bigger is better. Or mine is bigger than yours neaner, neaner, neaner.

I personally started on a smaller one built my skill set up (not fullest) and moved to a 600. Anyway you look at it any motorcycle is fast enough to kill ya. Whats really funny is when pass them on a 600 and see how it emotionally scares them 1000 newbies. Even worste is when you get passed by a guy on a 250 on wicked twisties. Then you realize that no matter how big your bike is, skill will always surpass it.

But to answer your question both will forgive you, if you respect and know how to handle them.

 

I'd go with the 750. I got a 750 as my first bike and 3 summers and 14,000 later I'm still content with the bike I have. If you know you aren't going to be doing stupid crap when you first start riding and you have throttle control get the 750. That way when you do start to do the stupid crap you can have more fun.

 

MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY!!! THANKS

 

13 years on 3 different 600's - 0 complaints. upgrade to a 750? maybe one day - but the 6er would end up going permanantly track instead of doubling as both my street and track ride. upgrade to a 1000? lol... no reason to up my insurace and lower my gas mileage to go from point A to point B in the same amount of time as i do now.

 

My first bike was a 600. My second one, the one I currently have is a 1000, and I love it. I don't think I'll ever go back. :bounce

 

The first question I would be asking is how comfortable are you on machines,, any machine,, and how smart is your throttle. If your on a snowmobile,, a motorcycle or a four wheeler,,, they can all kill you if you cannot comprehend accleration and speed. If you have a smart right wrist (or thumb),, you are careful about how much horse power you apply which will keep you alive.

Any bike size will kill you if you don't treat it properly,, a 250 enduro will crack you head open in a corner,,, you'll just be doing it at the bikes max speed,, but your still doing it.

Bottom line,,, if you want to ride a bike you need to be smart about it.

I've been on r6's and gsx750..... I would recommend the 750 because it has more torque and longer gears,,, I find it more forgiving,, I can cruise in 3rd gear and my brothers r6 is in 4th,,, I've been away from bikes for a while so I feel I'm kind of learning again,,, and I have no problem with the 750,,, just be smart.

my 2 cents worth..

 

One point I didn't see brought up is price. Look at what you can find for a good deal around your area, there might not be any 750's around or vice versa. I was shopping for a 600 when I found the 750 for a lot cheaper than the 600 and that was the decision maker.