New CBR admirer — Z900 rider considering the jump to supersport
I’ve always had a thing for Honda CBRs. The inline-4 powerband, the high-rev scream, the undertail exhaust, the sleek fairings — they just do it for me.
My first CBR crush was the 2019 500R in black, and honestly that infatuation never went away.
Fast forward to now and I’m seriously eyeing a CBR600RR. I’ll admit, the tech junkie in me is a little salty that the US doesn’t get the updated model — but realistically, that probably won’t stop me.
Here’s my situation: I’m currently on a Kawasaki Z900, a naked bike, and I’ve never thrown a leg over a full supersport. I’ve only got a couple seasons under my belt, so I’m still relatively new to riding — though I came to motorcycles later in life (40s -only rode dirt bikes), which honestly works in my favor. I tend to ride with caution and restraint rather than ego.
So my question for you all: is jumping straight to a 600RR too much of a transition from a naked bike, or is it manageable for someone who takes it seriously? Would something like the CBR500R be a smarter entry point into the supersport world?
How would say a 4 hour ride feel on one?
How long have you owed your CBR and what are your likes/dislikes?
Appreciate any honest input from those who’ve made a similar switch.