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2004 or 2005? - 5/10/2005 11:20:38 PM

Sizzle

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What Up,
Im new to the whole bike thing. Ive been doing mad research trying to figure out what I want. A bike is all I been thinkin bout the past few days. the Honda CBR 600RR is the bike I WILL be getting. I went to the dealership today and sat on a few of the bikes and the Honda felt the best out of all of them compared to Yamaha and Suzuki. Basically I love the bike However The 2005 doesnt really come in a nice variety of colors and I noticed that the 04 comes in a nice candy blue color that I would perfer over the tribal black. So guys im wondering what if any are the big style and performance differences between the two different models. So i can decide which to go with. Also does anyone know if the body style for 06 will change dramatically? Anyone know of any place where I can see a pic of the '06? Thanks Guys i know its alot of questions but any help would greatly be appreciated.
Holla back
Young Sizz

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RE: 2004 or 2005? - 5/11/2005 2:21:46 AM

sirlimpzalot

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I dont think even Honda has pictures of the actual 2006 model..I am sure there are drawings and such...
There is a BIG ENOUGH difference between the two..1st: the 2005 has INVERTED FORKS and RADIAL MOUNTED brake calipers. 2nd: There is a 14 lb weight difference ( the 05 weighs less than the 04) the body is also different...YOu can probally get a better deal on a 04 I would imagine..
If you are starting out either one is gonna be AWESOME..so get what you like

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RE: 2004 or 2005? - 5/11/2005 12:34:13 PM

Sizzle

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Thanks Alot man I appreciate the help. Im glad someone else notices the little things in body syles that i do. When I make My descision Ill be sure and post pics. Also if I did go with the 05 and wanted to change the paint what does painting a bike usually run???
Thanks agian guys
Young Sizz

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RE: 2004 or 2005? - 5/11/2005 12:53:28 PM

sirlimpzalot

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Bike painting varies widely... the stock stuff is harder to deal with than aftermarket fiberglass. The stock body is actual ABS PLASTIC and removing the decals is a pain in the ass!! The tank decals are clear coated over and have to be sanded off.

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RE: 2004 or 2005? - 5/11/2005 3:06:53 PM

Sizzle

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Wow I never knew there was so much too it thanks agian man. What Bike do you have? Have you done any mods and when i get my bike what are some adjustments are definatly nessecery to make to make the bike more comfortable. Thanks agian for all the help I owe ya
Young Sizz

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RE: 2004 or 2005? - 5/16/2005 8:55:51 PM

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If your new to the bike thing you would not notice the changes in the 05' over the 04'. I have a 04' and love it. Chose the bike that YOU like! The blue RR is sweeet! but I chose the black/silver and I pinstripped it in red like Zemke's old 600rr. In the end you can't go wrong with either bike. Good luck on your purchase!

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RE: 2004 or 2005? - 5/16/2005 10:26:03 PM

Cooter

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Where did you get the striping from? I'm looking to get red striping for my rims (like the '05 yamaha R1)

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RE: 2004 or 2005? - 5/17/2005 12:59:23 AM

OneWheelinRR

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^^^SICKEST bike on the market right there... Raven all the way.

You can use any pinstriping found at like lowes or home depot I think... Or a autobody shop...

I ordered bronze pinstriping from ebay for my wheels...

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