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which is the better motorbike? honda cbr xx or kawasaki zzr1200?

should add this - for a road trip thru' france and italy this summer. thanxs

Public Comments

1. honda for the most
2. tough call.... depends on what you want to use it for... if you're spending all your time on a track, it could go either way, the XX will outcorner the zzr12 if you have the 6mm shim, but the zzr has a bit more accel.. drag race? zzr is usually faster (depending on rider) commuting/touring, reliability speaking, the xx is a better choice... edit: given your edit, take the XX, it's a much better tourer... and if you do buy one, join the blackbird forum for a wealth of info... Http://www.cbrxx.com
3. HONDA it also has electronic dampering system...
4. honda
5. Is that all you want the bike for? The question would be were is your heart at, with Honda or Kawasaki? If you have no particular heart than maybe you should reconsider getting a sport bike of this caliber... They are intended for experienced riders only...
6. i'd rather go for the kawa...still its all self preference.
7. The xx is less mental. More comfort. The Ninja is fun and freakish.
8. The Honda is more comfortable, handles a bit better and has superior build quality. The Kwak is more of a laugh to ride. I don't have a clue which one is best for riding two-up. My choice would be the xx. Popeye