2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
So ignoring me being a complete numpty, I don't like the look of the Tuono. So 2 or 4 cylinders (and knowing my luck with engines, it'll soon be a V twin) I won't be putting one on the shopping list.
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
Think you are going to be having a fun summer test riding all these bikes Kwacky!
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
Would one bike do everything be an option ? Or do your prefer 2 bikes ?
Only ask as I think the S1000R you suggest could do both roles very well or what about an S1000XR ? Watched a review on the XR and it was going past R1's in the fast group on a trackday
Only ask as I think the S1000R you suggest could do both roles very well or what about an S1000XR ? Watched a review on the XR and it was going past R1's in the fast group on a trackday
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
I need two bikes. I commute every day so I have to ensure there is always one bike available. I know that the second bike will spend a lot of time doing nothing but I've had a second bike for about 80% of my biking history and it's always been useful.
The XR is a nice piece of kit. If I keep the zx6r then something like the XR, the zzr or the Versys 1000 could be an option.
I really don#t know which way I'll go to be honest. I'll have a proper think in Autumn when the demo bikes are easy to get hold of and dealers are keen to do an end of season sale.
The XR is a nice piece of kit. If I keep the zx6r then something like the XR, the zzr or the Versys 1000 could be an option.
I really don#t know which way I'll go to be honest. I'll have a proper think in Autumn when the demo bikes are easy to get hold of and dealers are keen to do an end of season sale.
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
Sounds like a good plan and test rides could make the decision for you
Any update on the zx6r ?
Any update on the zx6r ?
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
I haven't asked about the ZX6R. I've lost interest at present. I'll worry about it after France.
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
How comes blade?Blade wrote:I m selling my zx10r in the autumn
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
Hmm. Cheap. Practical. All mod cons.
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
Does the job for going to work though.Kwacky wrote:Hmm. Cheap. Practical. All mod cons.
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^^exactly what Cookie says mate, does the job if you get a second bike for ride outs you could be looking at a winner
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
I quite liked the one I had for a week last year.Monty wrote:.......... and beyond boring
I wouldn't have one if it was my only bike. But for commuting it seems to tick the boxes. I'll still be having a sports bike or a naked sports for weekend and summer fun.
There's the 1000cc version as well. I think I'll take one of those out for a test ride.
It's all up in the air at present. I don't think I'll make a decision until Autumn. I might keep the SX and throw the zx6r in the canal.
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Re: 2014 Kawasaki Z1000SX ongoing review
after stripping it....Kwacky wrote:I quite liked the one I had for a week last year.Monty wrote:.......... and beyond boring
I wouldn't have one if it was my only bike. But for commuting it seems to tick the boxes. I'll still be having a sports bike or a naked sports for weekend and summer fun.
There's the 1000cc version as well. I think I'll take one of those out for a test ride.
It's all up in the air at present. I don't think I'll make a decision until Autumn. I might keep the SX and throw the zx6r in the canal.