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    New 600 owner just getting back into riding.



    Just picked this up today, 06 600 with 12k mikes in excellent shape.

    Rode a lot when I was younger, gixxers, ninjas, cbrs etc.

    A few years ago I bought a new KLR650, it was fun but not what I was after.

    Last year tried a Vstar, great bike but again, not what I was after.

    Hope to have got it right with this one- looking for a good sport cruiser, something steady for longer trips and quick enough for a little fun in the turns.

    Tons to learn and will be asking a million questions thanks in advance.
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    Welcome to KR

    Glad you found a bike you like, throw an R6 shock on the rear if you plan on pushing it hard. Its a cheap investment and a huge improvement over the stock suspension set up. Check my signature if you would like more information on how to convert it.
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    • #3
      That only fits a pre Kat but, a suspension upgrade is the most bang for the buck.
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      • #4
        Originally posted by 92xjunker View Post
        That only fits a pre Kat but, a suspension upgrade is the most bang for the buck.


        I dont know how i missed that "facepalm"
        Tekgnomes Crazy Custom Fighter
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        • #5
          Hey thanks guys- I'm sure this is an amazingly stupid question but does "pre" mean pre 98?

          Genuinely not a complete imbecile (usually) just new to this world, will have lots more questions along the way.

          Don't plan on really pushing it too hard, would love to get a couple track days in for the experience/training, other than that really just want to enjoy a fun bike.

          Glad to have picked it up in the off season, need to figure out a maintenance schedule/procedure, go through the fluids/filters/plugs etc, and start looking at luggage options and maybe a Corbin seat for the boss.
          Last edited by mattri; 12-27-2015, 05:59 PM.

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          • #6
            Pre = before 98 (design change).
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            • #7
              Nice bike!! Welcome to the farm..........forum.....
              sigpicLife throws you curves......enjoy the ones you get when riding.
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              89 GSX750F(sold....sob)
              96 YZF 1000R

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              • #8
                Rebuilt suspension will make the bike COMETELY different in a very nice way. Forks you can do yourself if you're mechanically inclined. Racetech springs meant for your weight, and valve emulators if you can afford them. You can buy a post 750 (as in 98-06) shock and have it rebuilt, and revalved/resprung for your weight if you choose. The post 750 and the 1100 shocks are the only kat ones that are rebuidable so far as I know. There's a member on here (TMod) that runs his own suspension shop, does great work.

                Other than that, the Kat is a very solid and comfy bike. Heavy and not the fastest, but hey, more to love.

                Welcome aboard.
                1998 Katana 750
                1992 Katana 1100
                2006 Ninja 250

                2006 Katana 600 RIP - 130k miles

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                • #9
                  Nice looking Kat, they do look great in Black. With such low mileage check the Date codes on your tires!!!. I upgraded mine when I had it with Ohlins springs up front and a ohlins shock on the back. Suspension upgrades while pricey will be felt when you push harder.

                  Sold mine after a nearly trouble free 116,000 kms (72k miles), only think I had to replace was a starter motor. Numerous rides down to Deals Gap (1100 miles each way), comfy enough for long rides and can be pushed in the twisties to have tons of fun.
                  Kyle

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                  • #10
                    Welcome to KR

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                    • #11
                      Welcome to KatRiders.

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