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ZZR 1100 & ZX14R Kawasaki Rider
Philippines
Приєднався 6 лют 2010
Kawasaki ZX12R First Impressions.
Have managed to get hold of a 2005 ZX12R that was a none runner and had not been started for 2 1/2 years it is now ready to rock and roll. This video shows me talking about the bike and also a ride I had on it today. You will notice I cant keep smiling whilst talking about the bike. That tells you how I feel about it.
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Kawasaki ZX12R. On the home straight! I hope
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Well, the end is in sight. I have done a multitude of small jobs, from replacing damaged captive nuts on the fairing mounts (not the rubber encapsulated ones) which required heating the brackets and then mounting new nuts, to changing brake pads, removing stickers (takes so dam long) replacing bolts cleaning parts etc etc. It goes to have the FI issue fixed in a couple of days and the last part...
Kawasaki ZX12R I am getting there slowly!
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So, as always the list of things to do keeps getting bigger but I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Wheels have been painted and decals added, lots of small but time consuming jobs completed. Parts arriving and other bits coming back from the painter and Hydro dipping shop.
Kawasaki ZX12R after first wash after getting it running.
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After the first wash and good look I was able to see potential cosmetic issues. There were a few. As it turned out there was the usual wrong and seized fasteners, cracks in fairings, missing items and a particular Kawasaki favorite, corroded wheels and brake calipers. Oh well, I expected it.
Kawasaki ZX 12R. First Start after several years
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She has had the starter motor rebuilt as it was dead, also the front forks rebuilt as they dropped all their oil. I suspect that having been stationary for years the seal hardened up and when we pushed it to the truck when I purchased it the seals let go. The injectors were all cleaned, old fuel removed and fuel system cleaned out, oil and coolant changed, filters cleaned. The most nervous mome...
Kawasaki ZX12R Picking up the new bike.
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After many years I have got a ZX12R. As there are only 3 or 4 in the whole country finding one has taken many years. It needs a little TLC which has started already. Thanks to Phillip for selling me his machine and all the extras he provided. These include a hardback service manual, a "Silver Book" and many spare parts.
Kawasaki ZXR 750 H1 First ride around the bends!
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At last! I managed to get the ZXR on to the type of roads it was made for. It has been quite a long journey for this bike but it was worthwhile. It was a learning experience for me as the bike handles so very differently from my normal bikes. The trip was 260km and when I got off the bike I felt fine, which surprised me. What the videos do not show well was the steep gradients on the route. On ...
Kawasaki ZZR 1100. To Rotate or Not to Rotate, That is the question!
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I get asked about rotating the concentric adjusters on the ZZR 1100. It is a very personal decision. There is only one benefit and several downsides. I do rotate the adjusters because I value the much better turn in and feeling in the corners but that is weighed against things that make life with the bike a little harder. One thing I failed to mention in the video is that once the adjusters are...
Kawasaki ZXR 750 H1 "Final Test Run"
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So, 4 times I have believed the ZXR was finished. 4 times it broke down on me. It was, yet again, a fueling issue. This time I sent it off to the Carb specialist. After stripping down the carbs and rebuilding the only issue was a kink in a fuel line that appeared to be nothing but the internal diameter of the hose was restricted. No idea when it happened but it has probably been like it for yea...
Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Speed wobble check run.
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I had a speed wobble that happened on a run recently. I thought it was possibly a lost balance weight or bent wheel. Turns out it was something else.
ZX14R Hills, Corners, Seaside and a Kawasaki ZX14R. Perfect day!
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Part of the same trip covered in my last video but not the same road. This time using a GoPro. This was towards the end of the hills but still great fun.
ZX14R Ride in the Hills with the whole route being bend after bend. Sena 50C
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A great ride in the hills with some friends. The corners are very technical and surprises lurk around every corner. The total time spent going around these bends was about 2 1/2 hours so it was really great fun
Kawasaki ZZR 1100. First ride after 10 days.
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Back on the ZZR after having spent so much time on the ZXR 750 sorting out the minor issues. Good to be back on her.
Kawasaki ZZR 1100 rear facing camera. Glorious sound!
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Out and about on the ZZR 1100. It does not get much better.
Kawasaki ZX14R riding with Kawasaki ZH2 a on very twisty roads! Great fun!
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Rode a new road for me on the weekend. Very twisty and intense. Goats, dogs, constantly changing surface, cracks in the road, gravel and dusty surfaces all made for a great fun ride. The back wheel broke traction a couple of times. The total ride on this road lasted over 30 mins concentration was intense. What the camera does not really show was the steepness of some of the corners, both up and...
Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Riding with a Suzuki GSX 1000.
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Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Riding with a Suzuki GSX 1000.
Kawasaki ZZR 1100 . Kia GT 6 EV very nearly loses control!
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Kawasaki ZZR 1100 . Kia GT 6 EV very nearly loses control!
Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Even more fun around the bends. It does not really get better!
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Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Even more fun around the bends. It does not really get better!
Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Just plain old fun!!
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Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Just plain old fun!!
Kawasaki ZX14R Ride Out and update on an issue with the Kawasaki ZXR 750.
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Kawasaki ZX14R Ride Out and update on an issue with the Kawasaki ZXR 750.
Kawasaki ZXR 750 Update. She is finished!!!!!!!!!
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Kawasaki ZXR 750 Update. She is finished!!!!!!!!!
ZZR 1100 New Years Ride Pt 4. 17 mins of corners. Sheer Magic!
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ZZR 1100 New Years Ride Pt 4. 17 mins of corners. Sheer Magic!
Kawasaki ZZR 1100 New Years Eve ride. Pt 3. Fun Corners at last!
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Kawasaki ZZR 1100 New Years Eve ride. Pt 3. Fun Corners at last!
ZZR 1100 New years Eve Ride. Pt 2 Impact of accident on confidence.
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ZZR 1100 New years Eve Ride. Pt 2 Impact of accident on confidence.
Kawasaki ZZR 1100 New Years Eve Run. Pt 1
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Kawasaki ZZR 1100 New Years Eve Run. Pt 1
Kawasaki ZX14R Early morning ride with the guys (and girls)
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Kawasaki ZX14R Early morning ride with the guys (and girls)
Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Trying to get home with fan failure and high temps
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Kawasaki ZZR 1100. Trying to get home with fan failure and high temps
Kawasaki ZXR 750 H1 latest rebuild update.
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Kawasaki ZXR 750 H1 latest rebuild update.
Fortunately I'm even luckier as I've a zx10r zzr1100 zx12r and a zzr1400
Ha! Ha! Good for you mate. The three will do me. 🙂
Beautiful.
2 weeks ago i got my self 2003 zx12r 9k miles in mint con like brendnew it was my 1st bike 22 years a go got it again lol
Sounds great mate. Have fun. 🙂
Thanks for doing the comparison, ZZR11 I love, ZZR14 too fugly for my taste, ZX12 in my targets (was worried it was too leant forward)
Hi mate, I find it OK but everyone is different.
GO FASTER!! FASTERR!!!!!
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beutifullllllll !!!
Thanks mate 🙂
Nice
I've learnt my lesson, I never run E10 (or any ethanol for that matter) in any of my bikes. Also, on the Keihin carbs there are two seals at every needle and seat, one is the needle tip and the other is around the seat which requires the seat to be removed to access them. It was the latter that caught me out and ive not had an issue in the decade since.
LOL I have only 6500 miles on my 97 zx11 Now thats low miles
A lovely looking thing. I bet she’s a beast. Out of interest, how many miles do you get on a full tank of fuel with the 11? I’m getting about 150 with fairly fast riding. Good luck with the new machine. Cheers
Hi mate, 150 sounds about right. 200 is possible taking it easy. To be honest I dont think I get 150 but saving fuel is not really something I consider Ha! Ha!
I am going to travel to Japan. Kobe is not really on the route of my travel, but is it worth the detour?
Hi mate. The Kawasaki Museum is large and interesting. The bike section is ok but should be bigger. Kobe itself is really nice. Great restaurants overlooking the sea and indeed the sea front itself is a nice place to be. Part of the sea front has been kept in the state it was after the Kobe Earthquake in 95 and it is a really an eye opener. In answer to your question, I would not go to Kobe just for the Kawasaki museum but as part of a trip to Kobe itself then it is worth visiting.
I am owner of zzr1200 and I hear 12r consume much fuel. Is that true, as I wont think of it if it spends 10l/100km of normal ride. I usually spend 5 to 6.5 l/100 with zzr1200. Chears
Hi mate, the ZX12R definately uses more fuel than the ZZR, particularly if the rider uses the full performance of the machine.
Very interested to hear your full group comparison review once you've ridden the ZX12 a bit
I am looking forward to riding it as well. I rode it a little today but have to wait for a few days until it is registered. Although all 3 bikes are of a similar design philosophy, they all achieve it in a noticeably different manner.
200/50. 190 dont last long
I will find out mate. 🙂
i like my unrestricted 2000 zx
I am sure you do mate. Enjoy the ride! 🙂
Nice! I just got the ZX-12R-A full power model just 2 weeks ago as well, it has the worst low-end torque out of the bikes I've owned (50cc,125cc,250cc,400cc) on top of the bike having a half burnt clutch made it harder to start from a stop but it's been the most fun to ride, the insane acceleration after I finally engage 1st gear is like an adrenaline shot! have fun and greetings from a Filipino (I'm in Japan though lol)
Hi, I am looking forward to getting it on the roads of Kaybiang. I am sure she is quick. I am used to the acceleration because I have the 14R as well. I just love these not electronic machines, just you and the bike. Bikes like the 12R are designed to thrive on high revs which is another thing I love. I am not a roll on in gear sort of rider, I like dancing on the gear lever. 🙂
@@MichaelZZRrider Hi. I've been following your channel for some time. Last season I bought a 1998 zx11. great machine, this season there was a problem with the 3rd gear, symptoms similar to a worn out drive chain drive sprocket. Do you know anything about the problems that bother the gearboxes in this model?
@@piotrpan6464 Hi mate, sorry to hear about your issues. There is no general problem with the D model gearboxes. The C model had a second gear issue. Your description is a little vague. What exactly happens in 3rd gear?
@@MichaelZZRrider unfortunately the third gear sprocket needs to be replaced
@@piotrpan6464 Thats a pain in the ass mate.
Hi, have fitted Continental tyres as that is what I have fitted to my ZZR 1100 and ZX14R. Rate them highly. I will look into the clutch basket issue. Thanks for the feedback.
avon or metzlers, pirelli suck. clutch basket weak . replace. place in co co beach florida has new strong basket
It would appear the clutch basket issue was sorted out on the B models.
Man i cant wait to own one enjoy it sounds very smooth
I hope to mate. Just got to get the last jobs done.
Go for the 190 section rear. Makes a world of difference to the handling. That 200 section rear oem is too wide. Dunno why kawasaki went down that road
Hi mate, in the follow up video I mention that I opted for the 190/55. Seemed the best choice for me as I like corners. 🙂. Thanks for the comment.
I was there in 2019 and they had a GPz900R display.
I think they rotate the bikes mate, due to the lack of space. A few years ago there was also a ZZR 1100.
Great job! Good luck to you!!!🤞
Thanks mate.
Still ridin big Z ,as i call em ,still some Mochine,(d7)
Yes it is mate. Always a joy to ride.
Thank you for your candid and informative review.
My pleasure mate.
I dont really measure but I suppose its about 6-7 liters per 100km. I tend to use the gearbox and never sit in top gear so I probably get it up to 8 on occasion. It is less than my 12r and 14r. Bime like these are not really for fuel saving. I suppose a rider could get much better fuel consumption by sticking it in top gear and riding at 100kph but what is the point of having these bikes if a rider rides like that.
In 50 km you wasted 1/4 of fuel just cruising... LOOOL what a drinker bike dude.
Ha! Ha! The fuel gauge on the 11 is notoriously inaccurate. Actually the ZZR 1100 is good on fuel compared to other inline fours.
@@MichaelZZRrider What´s your fuel consumption in Liters/100km ? My 1998 Hornet 600 needs 5 liters every 100km... Not bad for 4 cylinders and 4 carbureitors of 32mm
I was on the dual carriageway on my 11 the other night. I was on 130mph and it was still throwing me off the back with brutal acceleration. I had to hold on with my knees and wrists to stop me flying off the back. I might aswell have been doing 70, with the same ferocity. Crazy old bike. Love looking at it shining in my garage ❤
Indeed mate. I sit looking at it too. 😁
That’s a beautiful looking Kwacker. You’re gonna need a bigger garage 👀🤘🏻
Hi mate, I will find space Ha! Ha!
Oh man you got the bike I was eyeing for quite sometime. Nice bike.🎉 Congrats.
The actual bike or the model in general?
Gosh. In for a pound, in for a penny! There is another known issue with them: oil will wick up the wires leading to the rotor & coils causing a failure. It passes up between the copper wires and insulator. The Kawasaki HQ fix for this is a squirt of superglue! I thought i'd escaped this particular gremlin but it struck on a ride to Switzerland. A costly fault as i had to replace the rotor, coils and HD leads. This was the bike, as a long time fan of over 40 yrs, i wanted kawasaki to make, but throughout lifelong ownership it pains me to say of all the kawasakis i've owned [zeds, gpzs, zzrs] this model has been the least reliable. On a trip to Spain one year it just stopped & no one could figure out what it was. Barcelona kawasaki were worse than useless. The bike was AA'd back to the UK where it sat at the local dealership in Leicester for a few months. It was eventually sorted and came down to a cam position sensor: an easy fix as you can reach it through the fairing without removing anything [10 minute fix for a problem that lasted months]. It feels a lot more top heavy, with a higher centre of gravity than the zzrs. I found i had to ride for some time before 'getting into the groove'. Gorgeous looking machine [arguably the best of the bunch] with blistering performance to match -- i had my C3, unrestricted, off the clock at Monza, so 200 mph is a real possibility [PCR3, full titanium Akro, BMC filters]. Would love to share some shots as it too is in the best colour!
Thanks for the comments mate. I am aware of the electrical issue. It aopears to have been more of an issue with the A's than with the later B's. Overall, according to all the owner forums I have read to be reliable although there are a few owners who seem to have been unlucky. I hope I am a lucky one.
@@MichaelZZRrider Yeah, i guess we all hoped that, but the reality is the electrics really aren't up to it. Perhaps it's because we've been forced to have DrLs [daylight running lights] with no effective lightswitch, i dunno... anyway, it's a proverbial pain and the Kawasaki fix is just daft. I was even considering getting the whole thing completely rewired [with a functioning light switch] but finding a competent electrical moto specialist is a problem, and the guy i did find was extortionate.
@MichaelZZRrider I have a A1 bought it brand new 24yrs ago never had a problem with it 👌. Traded in a zzr 1100 they're world's apart ...enjoy 😊 💨🚀
@@wayno23 Hi mate, I dont believe it will cause me major problems . Of course, when ever you get a bike that has been sat without running for several years there will be issues but I have just finished bringing a 1989 ZXR 750 HI back to life as well as the ZZR 11 and they were in a worse condition. She is well on the way to being ready, indeed I am posting some more videos of her progress.
Good. Why is the oil light on? Isn't it dangerous for the engine? Greetings from Portugal
Hi mate, I say in the video. When I had the accident last year the oil pressure sensor was destroyed. I replaced it with a new one but the wiring was causing the oil pressure light to come on. The oil level was fine. The wiring to the pressure switch is now fixed and all is well.
@@MichaelZZRrider Many thanks for the reply. I have the same problem with mine and I suspect it's the valve. The wire and its terminal are new. A new valve has been ordered. I hope it's the valve if it's not the oil pump. Big hug from Portugal
Hey, nearly five years later now, are you still driving like an idiot and still alive?
I have a ZZR 1100 from 93 and i really like it. Im also contemplating getting a 1400 at some point, if you had to pick one which would you take?
Hi mate, the 14R is better in every measurable way but..............The ZZR leaves you smiling like an idiot everytime you ride it. I would not like to have to make that choice.
@@MichaelZZRrider So " get both" is what youre saying haha
@@gemaskerdebeuker8511 Ha! Ha! 🤣
My 1100 smells like fuel all around it, does not seem to have any leaks. But is this normal?
Hi mate, is that with the vehicle parked up?
@@MichaelZZRrider Hi Michael, Yes, parked, with fuel off or on, cold and warm.
How much quicker does this feel compared to a zzr600 anyone know
Hi mate the 600 is a great machine which is why it was produced for so many years. Any machine thst can do 150mph is fast. The 1100 is however in a different league. The acceleration of the 1100 makes the 600 feel slow. Obviously, the top speed of the 1100 is a lot higher but it is also much faster in every aspect of performance.
@@MichaelZZRrider thanks for the reply, that makes sense, I just can’t imagine going much faster than my 600 in a controlled manner! Must take some getting used to
@@ollieox4176 Try it mate. You will have a silly grin on your face for a long time after! 🙂
that sound brings back so many memories ❤
It does sound great mate. Even better in real life. :-)
Excentric idea. Though I'd recommend to tighten the rear damper, it'll also improve cornering behaviour a lot.
Oh,…. Friend….. please get some high performance riding instruction.. Cool bike though!
Thanks for the comment mate. I am ok with what I am. Road is not track.
Then why are you riding on the wrong side of the road at a 3/10th pace? I could see it if you were on the limit…. You’d get so much more from your bike with a little instruction. I’m not digging on you, trying to be productive here.
That road is one of the most dangerous roads. The video does not show it well but it is uphill, downhill. Off camber, covered in dust, gravel and mud. There is no room for error. I am on the right side of the road so not sure what you mean. Cows, monkees and multiple other wildlife just add to the fun. Indeed on that trip I went around the corner and there was a cow in the road. Add to all those things, brand new tyres, and never having written it around bends before meant things were taken at a moderate pace. Many of the bends are so sharp that 40kph is the maximum even if you are on an R6. Videos do not show what it is really like. They never do. The video is about the bike.
Nice video man?
thx so much and love my zzr1100!!!
Lots to love about them mate. 🙂
ahhhh…. was getting this in London traffic so fitted a manual switch to pull the fans in. The zx12r is worse in solid summer traffic (twin fans) so it was either fit a switch or avoid town.
Luckily it was just a wiring issue. In general I dont get any overheating issues. I did in the past but sorted out the whole system and all now good. Even in the summer here.
My height 158cm, rotate the adjuster will make me difficult to reach my foot to the ground. But handling is better by rotating the adjuster to higher the back of zzr
Your are correct mate. To do it or not depends a great deal on what is important to the rider.
I did it to mine after your advice. For a big heavy bruiser the handing definitely turns in better.
Hi mate, yes the change is considerable.
Awesome bike! Always wanted to see one in person!
Zzr11 King of the road. ❤😊 zx11c1 owner 😊
:-)
hey mate, ZZR 1100 is the closest thrill to flying...GPZ 1100 have you experienced this machine?
No mate, never had one. A fast bike in its day.
Break all traffic codes, crossover double yellow lines, straddle two lanes, puts a smile on my face too 😆🤣
Indeed mate. However I always make sure that I don't rely on other vehicles to take avoiding action to prevent an accident. I can always see if the road is clear.
@@MichaelZZRridertotally agree, the street is brutally real, enjoy the ride, be safe mate
So, which is your favourite bike, the 11, 14, or 750?
Love them all mate.However the 11 is special, the 14 is lunatic and the ZXR feels like a toy with ADHD. :-)
What's your hurry 😆🤣
ZZR 1100 = Hurry. :-)
@@MichaelZZRrider 😆🤣
Omg a new video. thanks for the info fellow 1100 rider❤❤❤❤