I couldn't DISAGREE more with you guys on the rr. The rr is the most forgiving bike out there! The only way one would be "forced" on top of the tank is if they are larger than average. A 200lbs 6ft person has no trouble riding this bike. Sure the seat is a bit stiff, but that's why corbin is in business. If you can't handle the throttle of a 600 new or old, then maybe one shouldn't be on a 600.

I started out on an F3 and that was a very forgiving bike. However, i think the rr is still a much more forgiving and confidence inspiring bike than the old F2/F3 ever could hope to be. I think that thought proccess is way out in left field. If this was a very small guy or a chick then sure i'd agree, just not in this case.

As far as the dropping a bike goes i have to say yes and no. it was only after 4 yrs of riding that i took my first spill. If one is mature and responsible enough to take it at their one pace and drive defensively in traffic then that should not be much of a concern. Also, i have been scanning ebay and salvage places for about a year and i can tell you it would be relatively inexpensive to fix any bike now days--as long as you didn't 'have' to go with factory new parts.

Kid the best advice i can give you is go to a dealership on a bright sunny and warm day when they are not busy and test drive both the Honda 600rr and the Yamaha R6. You make up your own mind. Don't listen to the people that tell you a 600 is too much unless your are 120lbs. or are an irresponsible person.