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Another "Happy New Bike Day" from me too, pleased to hear you're happy with it so far..
Kwacky wrote:......It needs an exhaust, it's too quiet ....
I would hope an aftermarket unit may improve the aesthetics, as well as the sound.?
Kwacky wrote:.......I'll fit the db screen later. Paddock stand bobbins and tank protectors are on order,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,There's heated grips, radiator guard and front fender extender on order with Kawasaki. ....
:? & Tail tidy, surely.?
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No point getting a tail tidy if this bike is going to be used for commuting. I know the OEM isn't very attractive but they do an excellent job of keeping the road crap off you.
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Happy new bike day, they are really good looking bikes.
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All shiny

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No pay rise this year (again) but I got a £325 "thank you". So time for an exhaust.

I'm looking at PipeWerx.

I'm think of either the R11 tri-oval in black

https://www.pipewerx.co.uk/webshop/kawa ... l-exhaust/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Or the Carbon edge tri-oval
https://www.pipewerx.co.uk/webshop/kawa ... l-exhaust/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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The end of the R11 looks better to me.
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R11 no contest (rock)
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R11 it is then.
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Kwacky wrote:R11 it is then.
Isn't it best to see how they look fitted.?
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StMarks wrote: Isn't it best to see how they look fitted.?
How long have you known me?

I don't do patience.
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StMarks wrote:
Kwacky wrote:R11 it is then.
Isn't it best to see how they look fitted.?
If he doesn’t like it he’ll just buy a new bike (lol)

Think the R11 is the go personally as well
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Checked how easy it is to take the exhaust off.

Very.
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I've ordered some frame and stone chips protection kits.
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Always liked the SX. just seems a bike that can do everything well.
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It is an excellent all round bike. They're an absolute bargain for what you get.
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Took the baffle out.

Stuck on the side frame protection pads.
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It's booked in for first thing Tuesday morning to have the first service. I need to make sure it's done the miles by then.
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Kwacky wrote:It's booked in for first thing Tuesday morning to have the first service. I need to make sure it's done the miles by then.
Stow on Sunday or Monday for a brew and a bit of a blast about the Cotswolds?

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I'll check with the diary manager
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