New bike: '07 GSXR750 vs '06 ZX-10R - SV650.org

13-11-06, 08:44 PM

What is everyones opinions on these two bikes? I'm a 23 yr old who's been riding a curvey for two years / 10k miles and now looking for a step up.

I've recently test rode both bikes and I'm having a hard time deciding between them. Both handle and brake considerably better than the sv. I like the huge pull from the engine on the zx-10 and it sounds like a flipping harrier jet taking off when the throttle is opened. The 750 on paper has about 90-95% of the straight line performance of the 10 below 150mph and I get the impression (as I rode both on mainly dual carriageways) it'll be more manageable in the twisties. Both worked well as road bikes, the 10 was a bit intimidating at first but I thought both were controllable in a city centre road setting.

I've been offered just over £5k for a new black 06 zx-10 with my sv part ex or alternately I could get a k7 gsxr in the spring for about the RRP minus the sv in part ex or private sale.

Insurance is not a problem as I've been quoted £500 TPFT for the zx

and slightly less for the gsxr. For some reason out of all 600-1000cc IL4s I can only get reasonable quotes on the above two bikes and the R6. This means I can't consider other most other IL4 bikes as I'll be paying £2000+ for 1000ccs and £500-1000 for 600ccs TPFT.

13-11-06, 09:26 PM

GSXR750 every time.

More usable, more versatile and will hold value better.

13-11-06, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike1234

GSXR750 every time.

More usable, more versatile and will hold value better.

Wot he said..... If only there was a CBR750RR

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13-11-06, 09:53 PM

Gixxer, no brainer for me (OK I might be a tad biased but I don't have the 750).

Reasons, It's a far more usable bike in virtually every way, the same sweet chassis as the 600 (which I might add should also be considered IMHO) and its the quadrupeds genitals as a really quick and for a usable all rounder as well. It's also a current design. Did I mention the 600.

The ZX10 is a bigger step, I know after 10 K on my SV (still missing her, the red one, *sniff*) I'm still getting used to my bike after 1100 miles (running in and plenty of wet riding) , very easy to get into trouble. If they only made a GSVR1000.... oooh now that really would be sweet. A V2 in a Gixxer chasis with full blown gixxer spenders n swingarm...

14-11-06, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beenz

If they only made a GSVR1000.... oooh now that really would be sweet.

They do, and it is.

northwind · 14-11-06, 01:13 AM

I wouldn't get either, just now, but I'd have the 750 out of the two.

14-11-06, 07:56 AM

I considered both bikes on my final list - and went with the Tuono

Tough decision though you are right - I would consider what it was used for and base the decision on this. The only thing putting me off the 750 is the fact that everyone has one - but I think it would win it at the end of the day for being the more usable as a practical everyday bike because you can sit up in it and ride it high.

fizzwheel · 14-11-06, 08:33 AM

Depends which one you like best. Personally I dont like the rear end of the 10R. Maybe a test ride again for a bit longer nearer the time you are going to buy and take in some different roads and see which one you click with.

I think you'll find the 750 a bit more usable and a little less mad than the 10R though.

Viney · 14-11-06, 08:37 AM

GSXR here as well

13-11-06, 08:44 PM	#1
Zombie Jesus Guest Posts: n/a	New bike: '07 GSXR750 vs '06 ZX-10R What is everyones opinions on these two bikes? I'm a 23 yr old who's been riding a curvey for two years / 10k miles and now looking for a step up. I've recently test rode both bikes and I'm having a hard time deciding between them. Both handle and brake considerably better than the sv. I like the huge pull from the engine on the zx-10 and it sounds like a flipping harrier jet taking off when the throttle is opened. The 750 on paper has about 90-95% of the straight line performance of the 10 below 150mph and I get the impression (as I rode both on mainly dual carriageways) it'll be more manageable in the twisties. Both worked well as road bikes, the 10 was a bit intimidating at first but I thought both were controllable in a city centre road setting. I've been offered just over £5k for a new black 06 zx-10 with my sv part ex or alternately I could get a k7 gsxr in the spring for about the RRP minus the sv in part ex or private sale. Insurance is not a problem as I've been quoted £500 TPFT for the zx and slightly less for the gsxr. For some reason out of all 600-1000cc IL4s I can only get reasonable quotes on the above two bikes and the R6. This means I can't consider other most other IL4 bikes as I'll be paying £2000+ for 1000ccs and £500-1000 for 600ccs TPFT.

14-11-06, 01:13 AM	#6
northwind Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: In the garage where I belong Posts: 17,083	I wouldn't get either, just now, but I'd have the 750 out of the two. __________________ "We are the angry mob, we read the papers every day We like what we like, we hate what we hate But we're oh so easily swayed"

14-11-06, 08:33 AM	#8
fizzwheel Super Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Somerset Posts: 3,614	Depends which one you like best. Personally I dont like the rear end of the 10R. Maybe a test ride again for a bit longer nearer the time you are going to buy and take in some different roads and see which one you click with. I think you'll find the 750 a bit more usable and a little less mad than the 10R though. __________________ Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. K5 GSXR 750 Anniversary Edition

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13-11-06, 09:26 PM	#2
Mike1234 Guest Posts: n/a	GSXR750 every time. More usable, more versatile and will hold value better.

13-11-06, 09:53 PM	#4
Beenz Guest Posts: n/a	Gixxer, no brainer for me (OK I might be a tad biased but I don't have the 750). Reasons, It's a far more usable bike in virtually every way, the same sweet chassis as the 600 (which I might add should also be considered IMHO) and its the quadrupeds genitals as a really quick and for a usable all rounder as well. It's also a current design. Did I mention the 600. The ZX10 is a bigger step, I know after 10 K on my SV (still missing her, the red one, sniff) I'm still getting used to my bike after 1100 miles (running in and plenty of wet riding) , very easy to get into trouble. If they only made a GSVR1000.... oooh now that really would be sweet. A V2 in a Gixxer chasis with full blown gixxer spenders n swingarm...

14-11-06, 07:56 AM	#7
Demonz Guest Posts: n/a	I considered both bikes on my final list - and went with the Tuono Tough decision though you are right - I would consider what it was used for and base the decision on this. The only thing putting me off the 750 is the fact that everyone has one - but I think it would win it at the end of the day for being the more usable as a practical everyday bike because you can sit up in it and ride it high.

14-11-06, 08:37 AM	#9
Viney Member Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: In the shadows to the left Posts: 7,700	GSXR here as well