Kawasaki ZZ-R600

Bought my '94 E2 as a first bike a year ago and enjoyed every one of the 5,000 miles I've done on it. If you're looking to spend a couple of grand on something quick and comfy, the ZZR is a great choice. The low seat means my wife can ride it (5ft 4) relatively easily, although at 195kg dry, you don't want it leaning more than a few degrees over at rest position. It still looks good as well, although it's clearly not a new design. The riding position is comfy, and doesn't put too much weight on your wrists, although the combination of high-ish pegs and low seat means legroom can be a bit tight if you're 6ft 2 like me. ...  Read the complete review

Right nearly time for bed so I'll be brief: Good seat height for vertically challenged A bit heavy (at 195KG) but gets away with it. Reliable, rode two up to Assen (Netherlands) and never skipped a bit Comfort: Strange beast, one minute you could ride 'til dawn - next, 20 miles becomes uncomfortable Handling, bad point (some don't say), very soft suspension esp. front and people can think you flashing them when you brake/accelerate. Good in certain circumstances, but if your coming up to junction and brake/accelerate, that guy in the car might think you want him to pull out. Headlight adjustments a pain in ...  Read the complete review