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MikeN02 · 03-20-2010, 09:19 PM

That windshield looks a tad bit too high! I like the agressive styling more, that's why I would choose an R1 over an FZ1, but that's just me.

Though there's no way in hell i'm ever going to ride a 1000cc. I'd pick an R6!

**99vengeur** · 03-20-2010, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by FZ1inNH

Jon is correct. The FZ1 is based off the non-cross plane R1 engine, has a different intake and cam and different gearing.

Congrats on the new FZ1!

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Also, check out Home for the FZ1. Nice stuff! I just ordered the Strike seat cowl, complete blinker pod set and the medium scallop speed screen. :woot: Mine will look just like this one soon!

OMFG!! That would look bad@$$ with a couple projectors retrofitted in there!!

Funkmaxtor · 03-21-2010, 06:52 AM

Thanks for correcting me. I do like the FZ1 however if I make the jump to a liter bike Im going to either go with an R1 or CBR1000RR.

**dart1963** · 03-21-2010, 08:15 AM

Congrats.... I feel as though my insurance would skyrocket until I have a few years on my policy.....
but, I too feel the need for more power... not for speed as you, but for a full blown tourer with heated everything, gps, phone chargers, maybe a small trailer... kitchen sink, oh... too far.

fz6rwolf · 03-21-2010, 09:27 AM

Congrats, sexy looking bike. Looks like FZ8 coming soon, looks good but need to wait couple years, 105hp quite a step up from what the FZ6R is.

N2OEQIP · 03-21-2010, 10:00 AM

I did a few power to wieght ratio math

fz1 = .31hp per lb

R6= .32hp per lb

the diffrence between an r1 and an fz1 are indeed worlds apart both in power and price.

**JonKerr** · 03-21-2010, 05:17 PM

I have a feeling when it's time for me to step up to a liter bike (if that ever becomes financially possible) I'll be getting an FZ1. I'd love to get an R1 or even more of a dream bike the Aprilia RSV4 Factory, but there's just no way my neck and back would be able to handle the riding position.

neshi · 03-21-2010, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by JonKerr

I have a feeling when it's time for me to step up to a liter bike (if that ever becomes financially possible) I'll be getting an FZ1. I'd love to get an R1 or even more of a dream bike the Aprilia RSV4 Factory, but there's just no way my neck and back would be able to handle the riding position.

I seconded that motion a friend and I swapped bikes on the way home today and 2 miles in i pulled over and said i want my bike back!

Allan · 03-22-2010, 11:05 AM

Awsome looker - enjoy...

FZ1inNH · 03-22-2010, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Funkmaxtor

Thanks for correcting me. I do like the FZ1 however if I make the jump to a liter bike Im going to either go with an R1 or CBR1000RR.

Trust me, if I wasn't a 25 yr old mind in a 45 yr old body, I'd be on an R1 without a doubt! But, due to ergonomics of riding, I'm unable to and the FZ1 offers most of what the R1 would have but with more comfortable (Grampy???) seating?

That new screen is not tall at all... the long version is quite a bit taller. The short version barely covers the instruments. This one is just about 3" taller than the top of the instruments. BTW, his screens are not translucent because they are solid fiberglass thus opaque.

I really like the blinker pods he's designed as well. Looks like they should have been there from the factory!

03-20-2010, 09:19 PM	#21 (permalink)
MikeN02 Senior Member Bike: 07 YZF R6 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,964 Thanks: 276 Thanked 326 Times in 212 Posts	That windshield looks a tad bit too high! I like the agressive styling more, that's why I would choose an R1 over an FZ1, but that's just me. Though there's no way in hell i'm ever going to ride a 1000cc. I'd pick an R6! __________________ RIP 07/31/10

03-21-2010, 09:27 AM	#25 (permalink)
fz6rwolf Senior Member Bike: FZ6R Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 504 Thanks: 41 Thanked 33 Times in 24 Posts	Congrats, sexy looking bike. Looks like FZ8 coming soon, looks good but need to wait couple years, 105hp quite a step up from what the FZ6R is. __________________ "Be nice, until it's time not to be nice" (Roadhouse) Cortech saddlebags, tank bag, decals removed. Someday hardcase bags, aftermarket touring windshield to be light sport-tourer. Ride whenever you can, it's better therapy than medications!!! Last edited by fz6rwolf; 03-21-2010 at 09:29 AM.

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JonKerr Senior Member Bike: 2009 Raven FZ6R a.k.a. "Gretchen" Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Diego (Lakeside) Posts: 2,417 Thanks: 56 Thanked 872 Times in 490 Posts	I have a feeling when it's time for me to step up to a liter bike (if that ever becomes financially possible) I'll be getting an FZ1. I'd love to get an R1 or even more of a dream bike the Aprilia RSV4 Factory, but there's just no way my neck and back would be able to handle the riding position. __________________ 2009 Raven FZ6R / BT-003 Tires / T-Rex Frame Sliders / T-Rex Swingarm Spools / Custombikeparts.com FE / R6S Mirrors / LP Flushmounts / DDM HID Kit / Pro Grip Grips / Pro Grip CF Tank Pad / StompGrip Race Ovals / Pazzo Shorty Levers / GYTR Tinted DB Windscreen / R6 Header & GYTR CF Exhaust / DynoJet PCV / Marthy Maps / K&N Intake / Driven Lightened Sprocktes / EK Chain / RaceTech Suspension / MFW Vario Offset Pegs / EBC HH Brake Pads / Goodridge SS Brake Lines My Vimeo Page

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03-21-2010, 06:52 AM	#23 (permalink)
Funkmaxtor Senior Member Bike: 09 FZ6R w/ TBR Exhaust, Juicebox, Flushmounts, FE, Custom LED Underglow, No-Cut Sliders Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Pine Grove Pennsylvania Posts: 237 Thanks: 5 Thanked 55 Times in 31 Posts	Thanks for correcting me. I do like the FZ1 however if I make the jump to a liter bike Im going to either go with an R1 or CBR1000RR.

03-21-2010, 08:15 AM	#24 (permalink)
dart1963 Super Moderator Bike: '09 FZ6R Raven Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bluemont, Virginia Posts: 3,284 Thanks: 1,201 Thanked 1,116 Times in 724 Posts Blog Entries: 2	Congrats.... I feel as though my insurance would skyrocket until I have a few years on my policy..... but, I too feel the need for more power... not for speed as you, but for a full blown tourer with heated everything, gps, phone chargers, maybe a small trailer... kitchen sink, oh... too far.

03-21-2010, 10:00 AM	#26 (permalink)
N2OEQIP Member Bike: fz6r white Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: south dakota Posts: 32 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts	I did a few power to wieght ratio math fz1 = .31hp per lb R6= .32hp per lb the diffrence between an r1 and an fz1 are indeed worlds apart both in power and price.

03-22-2010, 11:05 AM	#29 (permalink)
Allan Member Bike: 2009 FZ6R Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Cape Town, South Africa Posts: 46 Thanks: 7 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Awsome looker - enjoy...

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