Originally Posted by Sunfighter (Post 8825359)

areyez ... that's a good question; I'm pretty sure I have put mileage on most 600cc-class Japanese bikes and I currently own a Daytona 675 have previously owning a 2007 Honda CBR600RR.

A couple of observations about ergonomics first because those are things that you will notice right away... this might be more useful than talking specifications, which you can read about online anyways:

-the bikes is fairly tall and the seat height is a little higher than you will find versus many of its 600cc-class Japanese competitors
-the clip-ons sit lower than you will find on most competitors, resulting in a fairly aggressive riding position
-the foot-pegs are marginally higher than most bikes

Knowing this now I would strongly you encourage you to put some mileage on the bike before buying it to ensure that it's comfortable for your personal frame. It's not unusual for owners to raise the clip-ons (many kits exist) and get a lower seat. I have done neither but continually debate doing so.

The 675cc three-cylinder motor is spectacular. The nature of the engine means that there is plenty of toque available at lower engine speeds. This translates into much greater light-to-light enjoyment as you aren't required to rev the engine into the atmosphere to get back to traffic speeds.

The only other thing that I would add is regarding the handling. The bike's turn-in is immediate and likely faster than you may have experienced in the past. Be prepared.

The 675R adds some nice jewelry, including Ohlins suspension components, Brembo brakes at the front and some nice carbon fibre bits.

Note that there are two distinctly different variants of the 675R:

-the 2011 - 2012 model, which is based on a refreshed version of the original generation (introduced in 2006, refreshed for 2009)
-the 2013+ model

Both are great bikes but the 2013+ edition sports a heavily revised motor, frame, swing arm, sub-frame and styling.

Don't expect significant additional power from the 675R versus the normal 675.

Happy shopping!

Originally Posted by JShifter (Post 8826495)

Has any of you guys or know anyone who has taken this Motorcycle Maintenance 1 course at BCIT before? if so how was the experience?

Originally Posted by racerman88 (Post 8826732)

PRS just announced that they will be holding a maintenance course on March 25/17. Call them to register.


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Originally Posted by 604STIG (Post 8826825)

Anyone know the cost?

Originally Posted by DIEH4RD (Post 8827281)

Could anyone point me in a direction where I could pick up a new exhaust clamp?
I've already tried Lordco and rather not order from eBay and wait 3 months for it to come from China.

Originally Posted by !e.lo_ (Post 8827320)

which Lordco did you try?
not all of them have the T-Bolt clamps, but try calling ahead.
I bought them at Lordco Bridgeview.
The Richmond one probably has it.

Originally Posted by whitev70r (Post 8828395)

Frankly speaking insurance is getting so expensive ... >$80 a month for a 650cc bike! I'm assuming most people don't take their cars off insurance while their bike is insured (I don't) so you're hit twice but technically can either ride or drive one or the other.

Originally Posted by JShifter (Post 8828211)

I'm just wondering since its almost about time to insure again. How much Liability do you guys get for your insurance? Do you guys know if you get comprehensive and collision at icbc do they cover gear? as well as which place do you guys go for your beacon insurance?

Originally Posted by subordinate (Post 8829096)

Any good videos on navigating through curves?

Watched twist of the wrist, and that was great.

Originally Posted by Dragon-88 (Post 8829147)

Track days, Live viewing, live instructors, and best of all live knowledge, They can help you while you're riding and tell you what you're doing wrong. Videos dont do that..