hey man, ur thermostat is prolly bad on your bike, all you have to do is hardwire ur fan to ur ignition, i mean its better than over heating. the zx7r's of that year are actually pretty good beginner bikes, they are heavier than the newer 600's so they aren't as fast but the heavier they are the more control you have. let me know if u need help throwing a new chain, battery, and hardwiring that fan in. i'd keep the bike.