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Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

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Originally Posted by kwak zzr (Post 1579018)

the blade would be the older under seat exhaust model and the gixer would be a k7 new with free arrow cans, i havent ruled out the gsxr750 new k7/k8 george whites are doing free akra can with these models so u can dump the dustbin on the side.

Thats the best shape blade. I dont like the K7 GSXR 1000 same problems as the K8, but if you're getting the arrows then that solves the cheapy looking OEM exhaust problem.

The only way you're going to tell is a test ride. You cant rely on the magazine reviews as they are not impartial.

I think though you'll find the blade excellent but maybe a bit devoid of character where as the GSXR has more character, Again I've read on the GSXR junkies that the K5, K6 GSXR Thous handle better and make more power...

Just my 2p I've not ridden either. But I wouldnt rule out the 750 either. Depends how you like to ride, if you dont mind playing with the gears then try the 750 if you want a truly lazy bike it has to be a 1000cc really I think.

Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

Test ride them both and decide because very few people here would have ridden both models. Or if you want looks go with the R1.

Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

the R1 puts me off at £9200!!!!!!!! otr WTF is that all about! ive seen some 2nd hand ones but the blade keeps catching my eye.

Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

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Originally Posted by fizzwheel (Post 1579024)

Thats the best shape blade.

Well almost..... :rolleyes:

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Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

Neither. 1098 :D

If it has to be one of the others K6 Gixxer 1000.

Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

I personally would go for a '07 blade over any of the GSXR1000's, you really need to test ride them both properly to compare which would suit you best.

Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

I agree that you need to ride them both to decide. Even if it's just to find out which one 'fits' better. I haven't been riding long so didn't expect to be on a litre sports bike so soon but the sv got written off and a friend was selling a blade v cheap. It inspires lots of confidence, power comes in very smooth (lots of it too) and the suspension encouraged me to get my kneedown for the first time within 2 weeks of owning the bike.

Might have to change my username now!

Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

I had a gixer thou K6 and it was bloody brilliant. The engine is a gem with a chassis to handle it. I only sold it cos me licence would have walked sooner or later so had to slow down. Probably the most complete sports bike I've ridden with a good level of finish. The K8 with the Arrows look OK and allegedly brings back a little of the lost low down torque of the K5/6, handling wise it's up to the riders preference.

Re: fireblade or gsxr1000k7

Go for the Blade... but if you really want the best looking model you can always buy mine! :twisted: