metallicat
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This weekend, I am probably riding a 2006 Daytona 675 home for a buddy that only has a permit... should I be scared or excited? Decent amount of highway travel included... 
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Why would you be scared?
If you yourself are a new rider and unsure of yourself it is probably not a good idea to ride your buddy's new bike, regardless what it is.
If you yourself are a new rider and unsure of yourself it is probably not a good idea to ride your buddy's new bike, regardless what it is.
DownrangeFuture
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Yeah, if you're only issue is being afraid of what might happen, your insurance should cover you on any bike you ride as long as it's not registered to you. (They only cover bikes you pay for if they're registered to you.)
But if you're scared because you don't have much experience, don't ride any bike but yours like lone said.
Other than that, I'd be excited. I've heard the Daytona is a fun ride. I turned down an offer to ride one though, because I had little experience. I've got over 5k miles now and I'd still think twice. Next summer, I'll probably ride it though.
But if you're scared because you don't have much experience, don't ride any bike but yours like lone said.
Other than that, I'd be excited. I've heard the Daytona is a fun ride. I turned down an offer to ride one though, because I had little experience. I've got over 5k miles now and I'd still think twice. Next summer, I'll probably ride it though.
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Just relax, go easy and enjoy the ride--> Are you scared because you think its too powerful, different riding position, you dont like to ride on the highway, etc...?
If you're not scared to ride your FZ6, Daytona is no scarier. Sure it's got a bit more top end, but it's not a monster.
I found it to be one of the lightest feeling bikes I've ever ridden.. and I also found it hands down to be the most uncomfortable bike I've ever ridden.
I found it to be one of the lightest feeling bikes I've ever ridden.. and I also found it hands down to be the most uncomfortable bike I've ever ridden.
metallicat
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Thanks guys for the quick responses! Its a combination of all, but I feel better knowing I'd be insured - I am making him insure it anyway, but its news to me that I'd be covered (probably not the bike though 
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Other than that, its mostly highway + riding position... I have never gone more than a block or so on a true crotch rocket in which I will be 'lying' down (esp for a few dozen HW miles ...).
All in all, seems like it shouldn't be bad as long as I break myself into it for a bit...
Thanks!!
)Other than that, its mostly highway + riding position... I have never gone more than a block or so on a true crotch rocket in which I will be 'lying' down (esp for a few dozen HW miles ...).
All in all, seems like it shouldn't be bad as long as I break myself into it for a bit...
Thanks!!
I will second it being pretty damn uncomfy. Would be a great track bike though!
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rsw81
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The riding position actually isn't too bad on the Daytona once you get to highway speed because the wind will relieve some of the weight in your wrists. As for the ride itself... be mindful of the low end torque on this motor. The throttle is kind of sensitive and can wheelie pretty easily if you aren't gentle/gradual getting into the throttle.
Beyong that... ENJOY IT WHILE YOU CAN!!! This is one of my favorite bikes in the SS class and would love to own one for a track bike. I bought the Street Triple R because of the amazing chassis and motor that is shared between the two.
Beyong that... ENJOY IT WHILE YOU CAN!!! This is one of my favorite bikes in the SS class and would love to own one for a track bike. I bought the Street Triple R because of the amazing chassis and motor that is shared between the two.
cap'n
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Yeah I don't care how uncomfortable something is... I can endure just about anything for 30 miles on the interstate if it means I get to try out someone else's bike. Just be careful, buck up, and enjoy yourself.
Do you happen to know if the motor is identical or of it's tuned differently on Triple for more low end.. sorta like FZ6 vs R6? I'm just curious. Daytona certainly felt like it had more low end than FZ6.
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Your mate should be scared, if he's only got a permit - hardly a learners bike. You grow horns on those bikes.
Prebstar had a red 2006 Daytona 675 - absolutely loved it, but it is not a daily commuter. On rides with guys who had Busas, and even MV's, they were always shocked at how well he could keep up.
The riding position may be a problem, if you're only used to riding the FZ. Any SS takes a while to get used to.
Prebstar had a red 2006 Daytona 675 - absolutely loved it, but it is not a daily commuter. On rides with guys who had Busas, and even MV's, they were always shocked at how well he could keep up.
The riding position may be a problem, if you're only used to riding the FZ. Any SS takes a while to get used to.
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rsw81
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Compared to the current Daytona, the Street Triple is tuned a bit differently and definitely has more low end and a flatter torque curve. But it is actually pretty darned similar to the older Daytona's like the 2006, which had the exact same HP output as the Street Triple.
kyle
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The riding position won't be as big of an issue at speed. I find clip ons the biggest pain at low speeds during parking, etc. Damn hands and wrists hitting the tank at full lock, etc.
Just don't freak yourself out and you'll be fine. Mind those new tires.
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