A used CBR 600 or SV 650 would cost half as much and you wouldn't worry (as much) about tearing it up.

I haven't dropped a bike on the street since the '70s, but now that you mention it, I did drop them more than once in my first 3 years of riding. My '06 R1200GS has scratches on both sides from ...

I'm a big fan of the 620 school of thought. I just got one and I've been riding for 35 years. My other bike is a BMW R12GS.

Why a 620? Because in town, and in the twisties, I can ride circles around the big BM. The 620 is more flickable than the 1100 so you can immidiately start learning how to ...

If I still had my 620 this would be the upgrade path. Termis plus more power = good.

Searching the forum will reveal the reports from a few that have added the kit. Since the Termis alone are about $1200, I think it is worth it.

That's what I was looking for. I'll use the "search" feature to ...

Hi All,

I just bought a leftover 620, and with less than 100 miles on it I've been scouring the 'net for add-ons.

Has anybody used this engine upgrade kit? http://www.beaudrymotorsports.com/eshopprod_cat_3053-25354-25362_product_350068.Engine_Upgrade_Kit.htm
It don't really need more power but I ...