09' CBR600RR

[burtonboarder23]

Going to look at one this weekend. Anything particular with this year CBR that i should look for? With only 10k on the odometer and a solid price, im hoping it is as mint as it looks in the photos.

[Lxpony]

they are never as mint in person as they are in the photos....

If you are looking for a cheap Leo Vince pipe there is a slipon for sale on Craigslist brand new (Worcester MA) for like $250.00

[TheIglu]

If it doesn't say "Kawasaki" on it, move on.

[MHenry600]

The 09's changed a little bit from the previous two years, but my 07 has been pretty bulletproof. I believe the changes were mostly cosmetic and they added ABS. Is it an ABS model or no?

I've got almost 58k miles on mine now. I opened the valve cover once to check and everything was right where it should be. Haven't bothered since. Typical maintenance otherwise. The right (clutch) side cover has started weeping a little oil from around the rubber grommet for the wire that's there, but I think that might be more from me throwing it along the pavement at NHMS 4 years ago. A little sealant and it should be fine.

Otherwise its a typical Japanese supersport. Just check the usual, leaks, noises, if things are loose.

[burtonboarder23]

unfortunately its not ABS but for the price i can deal lol.

yea between my R6 and GSXR ive learned to look for a few things and not just buy on impulse and without doing a little digging with a flashlight.

[backinthesaddle]

I had an 09 with ABS for 27,000 miles and 7 track days. One dead battery after 3 years and that was it, no issues at all. Basically same bike as 07-08 with more bodywork covering the engine and a few less HP on top due to an ECU change that year (can be fixed with a ZBomb, Dynojet IRC, or 07-08 ECU if it matters).

Great bike.

[THE STUFF 187]

I just got in a 2012 CBR 600 with 2200 miles that im selling for $6500 if interested

[FireboltEric_MA]

Mine has been great. I've abused it on the streets, track & raced it. Nothing but love for my Honda!

[drubin43]

Exactly what others have said- bullet proof! I have an 07 and have put 15k miles on it, all on the track. Do your Oil changes and ride the hell out of it! I keep expecting issues at some point but she just keeps rolling. 07-12 is basically same bike except ECU and bodywork mentioned. Plenty of used and aftermarket part support. I don't think I've heard of any other issues at all with these? It's sprung from factory for a 190-200 lb rider which helps too.

I think my only complaint would be the front handlebar/fairing area is really compact/tight so aftermarket clipons and bar adjustments are a pain. Also getting to certain parts of the bike can be a pain if you have big hands or it's harder to access vs other bikes. Replacing a throttle cable for example is much easier on a gsxr than the CBR IMO.

[burtonboarder23]

Ended up picking up an 08 with 10k on it. Talked with the guy for a few minutes and he ended up throwing in a Honda racing cover for it. Now it will at least look pretty this winter just sitting there. Took it for a rip Monday after getting my plate for it, besides the guy using armorall on the seat causing me to end up on the tank under breaking... it seems solid

[jwm2k3]

Congrats! Nice machine!

[burtonboarder23]

Yea, after spending a season riding a naked SV... im glad to be back on a I4