would u trade ur xb12r for a 1125r?

[800screws]

I have my 07 all setup for me and really like it...but a offer might come up for a trade for a 08 1125r....im a Harley guy which is why I like the 12r....but I wouldn't mind having the newer engine. it seems like firebolts are easier to come by than 1125's.....so I could score a firebolt again if I miss it!........ive never ridden the newer one so im not sure if im making the right choice. oh i do ride aggressive if i can! lol........probably a bad thing!

 

[800screws]

also I feel abit cramped on the firebolt even with 1 inch lowered pegs...is the 1125 roomier?

 

[Cosworth]

The 1125 is an awesome bike but you have to be willing to live with its quirks and fix em as they come. As for more stretched I think they are very similar in fact they use the same tail plastics. I have a lightning and a 1125 and can't see myself parting with either now.

 

[heagachongoose]

Completely different animals. I sometimes miss my xb. But I love my 1125 just as much if not more. The helicon behaves similarly to the xb but keeps pulling until redline. I have a lot of long winded posts comparing and contrasting the two. Do some digging if you're seriously considering. I will say though, I have noticed xb prices slowly rising over the last year. In my area anyways.

 

[Matteson]

I'm 6'2 and have noticed a substantial difference in room on my 1125. Better motor. Solid fukin bike. If you like to be a little crazy and go fast. This bike will be there for you. I trust this bike to go anywhere at the drop of a dime. Clutch weep, 09 stator failure and fork seals( if po wheeled) would be a couple of known issues that can all be resolved easily. Valve adjustment was a little overwhelming( because of access issues) at first but once I started tearing the bike down to rotate motor it went away and I felt right at home wrenching away. These bikes are pure evil and I love it. The sound, power and feel are great.

 

[800screws]

Thanks guys

 

[UMDterp13]

Yes, 1125 has slightly larger frame and peg set up than XB models so it's more roomier, I'd compare it more to the uly space wise.

1125 is more of a liter bike or gixxer 750 where the XB being similar to a 500 or some of older 600 import bikes.

1125 is wicked quick, long as you know that front wheel is coming up you'll be ok.

 

[oh9bolt]

The ergos are nearly identical, the 1125 does not have more room.

 

[arikam]

I like my xb12r more then I liked my 1125r. but that could be because I had the 1125r down in Tampa fl, and it sucks ass to ride a bike there, as compared to having my xb12r here in south AL where traffic is alot better.