Originally posted by weaver
what else could anyone possibly want that the zx6r doesnt have?
Hmmmmm.... That's easy:
1) Torque - all supersports are gutless below 8K compared to a liter bike. Ride a liter bike for a few years, then move to a supersport and you'll miss being able to cruise at comfy (low) RPM and have all the passing power you want/need with a flick of the wrist and no downshifting. Supersports handle better though (why I went smaller).
2) Comfort - I do long days on my 6R (400+ miles), but it could be a little more comfortable for long days of twisties and still be plenty sporty. I know these are street-legal track bikes, but he asked what you possibly want changed. How about adjustable clips and rearsets stock?
3) Two Up - gimme a break. Unless your passenger is young, limber and likes riding with their kneecaps up by their ears.
I bought a sportbike because I wanted a sportbike, but everyone has different requirements what they want their bike to do which is why all those other options are out there. And given where the 6R fell in all the shootouts this year, there's always room for improvment.