Next bike: Daytona 675R
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Talk to me people!
Looking at the 675R as my next bike but have a few questions:
What is the difference between the 675Rs with tail exhuasts (under reat seat) to the ones with the exhuast on the right hand side? Can't find much on the t'internet except that the lights are also different (project dual lens to the halogens lens)
Is it a good bike?
I'm not a rev heavy rider so mid range umphh is more my kind of thing; with it being a triple, I hope this ticks the box.
Any thing to look out for?
Thanks in advance!
Looking at the 675R as my next bike but have a few questions:
What is the difference between the 675Rs with tail exhuasts (under reat seat) to the ones with the exhuast on the right hand side? Can't find much on the t'internet except that the lights are also different (project dual lens to the halogens lens)
Is it a good bike?
I'm not a rev heavy rider so mid range umphh is more my kind of thing; with it being a triple, I hope this ticks the box.
Any thing to look out for?
Thanks in advance!
SR7492 said:
Talk to me people!
Looking at the 675R as my next bike but have a few questions:
What is the difference between the 675Rs with tail exhuasts (under reat seat) to the ones with the exhuast on the right hand side? Can't find much on the t'internet except that the lights are also different (project dual lens to the halogens lens)
Is it a good bike?
I'm not a rev heavy rider so mid range umphh is more my kind of thing; with it being a triple, I hope this ticks the box.
Any thing to look out for?
Thanks in advance!
Underseat exhaust is up to 2012 model, low exhaust is 2013-16.Looking at the 675R as my next bike but have a few questions:
What is the difference between the 675Rs with tail exhuasts (under reat seat) to the ones with the exhuast on the right hand side? Can't find much on the t'internet except that the lights are also different (project dual lens to the halogens lens)
Is it a good bike?
I'm not a rev heavy rider so mid range umphh is more my kind of thing; with it being a triple, I hope this ticks the box.
Any thing to look out for?
Thanks in advance!
I bought a 2016 model earlier this year, second bike after riding a Fazer 8 for the first 2.5 years. I like mine, makes a great noise with the Arrow can fitted.
A lot of the issues that effected the Daytona were dealt with before the R came out.
Watch out for pitting on the fork stanchions, especially the inner face.
Underseat exhaust I think looks way better, I've heard racers say the older daytona (pre-2012) was built better than the new one but I cannot back that up.
Some like a drink of oil.
Nothing really to worry about, the R came along with a lot of decent bling.
Actually the front end is Ohlins, you shouldn't have an issue with corrosion with them.
Watch out for pitting on the fork stanchions, especially the inner face.
Underseat exhaust I think looks way better, I've heard racers say the older daytona (pre-2012) was built better than the new one but I cannot back that up.
Some like a drink of oil.
Nothing really to worry about, the R came along with a lot of decent bling.
Actually the front end is Ohlins, you shouldn't have an issue with corrosion with them.
Edited by moanthebairns on Tuesday 24th October 14:40
moanthebairns said:
Underseat exhaust I think looks way better, I've heard racers say the older daytona (pre-2012) was built better than the new one but I cannot back that up.
I agree, it does look way cooler!Edited by moanthebairns on Tuesday 24th October 14:40
Is the power/torque similiat between the pre 2012 and post 2013 bikes? And do the pre 2012 bikes also come with a QS or was that post 2013 only!
SR7492 said:
moanthebairns said:
Underseat exhaust I think looks way better, I've heard racers say the older daytona (pre-2012) was built better than the new one but I cannot back that up.
I agree, it does look way cooler!Edited by moanthebairns on Tuesday 24th October 14:40
Is the power/torque similiat between the pre 2012 and post 2013 bikes? And do the pre 2012 bikes also come with a QS or was that post 2013 only!
I had a ‘14 plate (side exit exhaust) for 3 years. LOVED it. Ohlins is adjustable enough you can really feel the difference, and make it comfortable if required (for a supersports). Only changed as I consolidated from a commuter AND a sports/track bike, onto one bike that does everything. KTM 990 SMT if anyone cares.
Not much difference in engine output - older underseat exhaust have a bit more midrange, and newer side exhaust has a bit more top end. Not much in it though.
Both have quickshifters.
Build quality pretty good to be fair, better than I was expecting. Got chipped red paint on the subframe replaced on warranty, everything else faultless.
Brembo M4 calipers on the R are a step up from the normal brakes. And welcome bling factor.
Also had the arrow can. Quite a lot of variability on sound levels if you go on the forums. I never took my baffle out and is was loud. Loud enough to give me a spot of difficulty at Brands, and so had a modified baffle made up for track days.
It’s as usable on the road as a super sport can be with the relative extra torque over a 600 inline 4, and the ability to soften off the ohlins. I did 3 long Euro tours loaded up with camping gear in Kriega bags and it was great. And it’s an absolute weapon on track.
But don’t forget it is still a 675cc rev monster. A twin or a litre bike it is not, you’ll need to be up and down the box to get the best of it.
As far as pre ‘13, or the later ‘13 onwards, there’s not enough of a difference other than to suggest you get the one you prefer the look of.
Not much difference in engine output - older underseat exhaust have a bit more midrange, and newer side exhaust has a bit more top end. Not much in it though.
Both have quickshifters.
Build quality pretty good to be fair, better than I was expecting. Got chipped red paint on the subframe replaced on warranty, everything else faultless.
Brembo M4 calipers on the R are a step up from the normal brakes. And welcome bling factor.
Also had the arrow can. Quite a lot of variability on sound levels if you go on the forums. I never took my baffle out and is was loud. Loud enough to give me a spot of difficulty at Brands, and so had a modified baffle made up for track days.
It’s as usable on the road as a super sport can be with the relative extra torque over a 600 inline 4, and the ability to soften off the ohlins. I did 3 long Euro tours loaded up with camping gear in Kriega bags and it was great. And it’s an absolute weapon on track.
But don’t forget it is still a 675cc rev monster. A twin or a litre bike it is not, you’ll need to be up and down the box to get the best of it.
As far as pre ‘13, or the later ‘13 onwards, there’s not enough of a difference other than to suggest you get the one you prefer the look of.
I absolutely love the 675r, I can't really add much more than what has already been said.
As Volant, has said though, yes they are a bit more torquey than a usual inline 4 600 but they are still at their best in the higher revs, and then they really do go pretty well for a small bike.
I've ridden most of the usual super sports bikes and have to say i find this by far the most comfy (5'11) even though the rear sets are reasonably high.
Here is mine, no intentions of selling anytime soon, just booking more trackways
As Volant, has said though, yes they are a bit more torquey than a usual inline 4 600 but they are still at their best in the higher revs, and then they really do go pretty well for a small bike.
I've ridden most of the usual super sports bikes and have to say i find this by far the most comfy (5'11) even though the rear sets are reasonably high.
Here is mine, no intentions of selling anytime soon, just booking more trackways
If it's got a K&N oil filter on it, change it immediately...
oh, and I think the only R model with the underseat exhaust was the 2012 model. Yup, just checked Fast Bikes who just did a 2nd hand buyers guide on it last month or so...
Did I mention checking the oil filter?
oh, and I think the only R model with the underseat exhaust was the 2012 model. Yup, just checked Fast Bikes who just did a 2nd hand buyers guide on it last month or so...
Did I mention checking the oil filter?
Edited by naetype on Tuesday 24th October 19:04
naetype said:
If it's got a K&N oil filter on it, change it immediately...
oh, and I think the only R model with the underseat exhaust was the 2012 model. Yup, just checked Fast Bikes who just did a 2nd hand buyers guide on it last month or so...
Did I mention checking the oil filter?
Whats wrong with the oil filters? I know K&N had a recent batch that they recalled due to cracking round the nut, but other than that?oh, and I think the only R model with the underseat exhaust was the 2012 model. Yup, just checked Fast Bikes who just did a 2nd hand buyers guide on it last month or so...
Did I mention checking the oil filter?
Edited by naetype on Tuesday 24th October 19:04
I have a 13 675r and I love it.
Seat is quite high which isnt great for shortarses, but the longer reach to the bars feels racier.
I have a GSXR 750 in the USA as well, and its the typical story of the 750 pulls harder, but the 675r handles way better.
If I had to choose it would be the 675r, it just feels more special.
I read that the newer model revs higher and makes a few more ponies, but loses some of the bottom end as a result.
Get a test ride, get it bought and enjoy... you wont regret it!
Seat is quite high which isnt great for shortarses, but the longer reach to the bars feels racier.
I have a GSXR 750 in the USA as well, and its the typical story of the 750 pulls harder, but the 675r handles way better.
If I had to choose it would be the 675r, it just feels more special.
I read that the newer model revs higher and makes a few more ponies, but loses some of the bottom end as a result.
Get a test ride, get it bought and enjoy... you wont regret it!
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