Upgrade my ZZR250

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PaulF
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Upgrade my ZZR250

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Hey guys,
Hope everyone is doing well :)
I'm going to upgrade from my beautiful/reliable ZZR-250 to something else probably in the 600's range.
I don't have my mind set on any bike yet but i'm quiet sure it's definitely going to be a Kawi :)
The options that i know about are :
Er-6n,Er-6f, zzr600 or maybe even a ZX6-R..
My budget will be around 8000-8500
I commute to work everyday and in any weather so i need something reliable i guess ...
Any suggestions please?
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Have you considered the ZX10 ? ;)

Or a slightly used ER6-n ? And, no I won't accept $50 posted ! :D
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Re: Upgrade my ZZR250

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Hey 6maniac, how is it goin? :)
Do you ride your bike under the rain? the Er6-n is a bit naked and not sure if that would affect it under rain.
I'm really leaning towards a zzr600...
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G'day Paul, yeah always ridden rain, hail or shine. Get yourself the best rainsuit/gloves/boots you can afford if your bike is used for commuting. My ER has the factory fly screen - keeps some rain off. Can't go wrong with the ZZR - check it out with others on here that have them. Cheers, Ron. :D
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what about a z750 great commuter but also could have fun in the twisties?
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PaulF wrote:Hey 6maniac, how is it goin? :)
Do you ride your bike under the rain? the Er6-n is a bit naked and not sure if that would affect it under rain.
I'm really leaning towards a zzr600...
Well ya just missed out on a really well looked after zzr600 as kazzs old bike was sold last week to a very happy punter ;)
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Blurr wrote: but also "could" have fun in the twisties?
Thats an understatement! its Max fun canyon carving :P
Paul there are lots of bikes in the 600 - 750 range within your budget, it sounds like you might have to do a lot of test riding & see what grabs ya 8)
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Z750... or a 00-02 ZX6R... ;)
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Six Addict wrote:Z750... or a 00-02 ZX6R... ;)
Now where have we seen that debate? :roll:
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An 02 zx6r. you'll name your first Born after me in thanks.

Poor kid, I can see it now .......



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robracer wrote:
Six Addict wrote:Z750... or a 00-02 ZX6R... ;)
Now where have we seen that debate? :roll:
haha shhhhh........i'll be upgrding to a Z750 in good time mate...
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Pontikat wrote:"Nanna get over here NOW & how many times have I told you to leave your willy alone !"
Sounds like a regular saying in western Brissy... :lol:
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Re: Upgrade my ZZR250

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Hey

Newbie to KSRC here, I am also looking to upgrade my 250 next year, I read an article about the new Kawasaki 600 being developed. Apparently they have taken 10kg off and changed the frame structure a bit. I could use some advice too.

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Re: Upgrade my ZZR250

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Excellent feedback guys, thanks you.
i'm going shopping soon and hopefully i'll be test riding a lot of bikes too :)
Cheers everyone :D
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Re: Upgrade my ZZR250

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Bad news :cry:
I can't upgrade due to P plate power to ratio restrictions. I was thinking i won't have any restrictions since i have an overseas license but the RTA said that since i am registered on their systems, my current P plate license takes priority over my overseas full License... what a bunch of crap ...
Anyways, i guess my little zzr250 will have to do for now :cry:
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