I would’ve loved to see more of these on the road. Not a Busa but it actually has more purpose than the Busa because it doesn’t have a identity crisis. It’s a touring bike that has some balls
I have two ZZR1100's - D3 & D7 and two ZZR1200's - both C1H. When I want fun, I choose a 12, when I want distance, I choose a 12. When it's raining, I choose a 12...much, much better bike than this guy thinks.
Don't listen to this arse, he wouldn't know a f***ing good bike if it run him over! ZZRs are awesome, and 1200 is the best looking (the 1400 looks like something out of Tron) If you're thinking of buying one, I've got one and it's brilliant. x
Sport-tourers muscle bikes, as I call them +1000cc models, when buying used the first thing you should do is to get an upgrade with improved suspension kit front (springs) and rear (shock) there are many brands and models to choose from, is the best investment you will do trust me on this one, these engines will last forever they are build tough to do a lot of kms/miles to it for many great years, do a good maintenance, keep them clean and you will have a bike for life, I started with a ZX10 '89, later ZZR1100 '92 and now I got Honda's X11 '01 and CBR1100XX Blackbird both fuel injection PGM-F1 units. Safe riding mates.
this video is interesting. at the moment in which it was shot, probably the line of the ZZR1200 could have appeared "old" and "ugly", .... today, however, at least me, I think it is one of the most fascinating "YOUNG TIMER". with the ZZR 1200, in my opinion, KAWASAKI has made a masterpiece that will last over time !!!
I had one of these and it was one of the best bikes I have ever had it's so comfortable . And pretty fast 10sec. 1/4 and with the exception of the head lights it was a cool bike I had the silver blue thing going on . So that helped I will say this it's as nice a bike as a BMW K1300
If they didn't have such ugly rear and front lights i wouldn't of hesitated buying one but i decided to go for a very low mileage mint condition ZZR 1100 D2 instead and i'm not disappointed it is a BEAST. its a derestricted full power version and boy does it shift. i have owned a GSXR 750 srad before it and the ZZR 1100 kicks its ass on the straights and even R1's can't leave me behind, in fact they give me looks of disbelief that something so old can give them a run for there money. if i tuned mine up a little i could blow them away but its plenty quick enough for me in stock mode. if you haven't had the chance to ride a ZZR 1100 (unrestricted full power version) give it a go just once in your life and you'll never forget it. it gives me a HUGE buzz and extra wide grin every time i ride it. it turns heads too.
Had my ZZr1200 2 years now. Can't fault it as a sensible everyday bike. Goes like stink when the mind takes me and conditions. Economical 50 mpg. Cheap on tyres, my MPS 3's have done 10k miles and will probably go another 5k.Wind just clips the side of helmet so some noise but fairing good even in heavy rain. Mirrors vibration free. Not too sporty ride position. Bit of wrist ache on slow journeys, but fine when tanking it. Slick gearbox.The only thing I can fault is the rubbish thin gold paint on wheels and some road noise up from front wheel (probably tyre wear). So they need to come off next tyre change and powder coat. And above 100 the front gets a bit light as if fairing acting like a wing.
My only problem with bike, the ignition switch failed. I bought after market and still didn't work. Eventually found out the security resistor was missing out of switch to the grey wire. Soon fitted problem solved.
I am thinking of getting one, it looks so damn awesome. How good of a fuel mileage you get? How hard is it to find spare parts? And important, how does it behave in the twisties?
pfff sorry i found this review again, and i just cant believe how much a crock of crap this review is !! the big 12 is awsome and better than the 11 and its a good lookin bike most guys agree, just because you dont like it does not mean to say its ugly !!! i love it and its fkn incredible on the road
I am semi-new to the bike world. First bike I got on was this one and really enjoyed the positioning of it since I was mostly upright. Does anyone know of any another modern day bikes that are similar to this? Most sport touring bikes I see now seem bigger/taller whereas this one was just right for me. Thank you in advance.
I haveridden one and it blew me away how much more sophisticated in every way ;it is compared to my bandit and yes the ZZR is awesomely fast but control and steady and steers real nice ,seats not thick padded enough for me and ride position a bit racy. But this bike is quality kit.
Id cons omly add to this beauty, suspension brakes heated grips rd pilot tyres bar risers exhaust system as good if not better than most modern rd touring bikes, petrol great range
Oi I'm looking for ZZR 1200. I got one in my mind, it's from 2005 and with 98500 km. Is this a lot of km for such tourer? Will be worth to buy it with this km, for about 3K€?
"Ugly" what? The 1200's dual headlights are miles in front of the 1100. Furthermore, if we want good looks we can put artwork on the wall; any biker worth their salt will rate practicality far above looks.
I agree with reviewer. I can't stand the looks of head and tail light assembly. 11 looked so much better. 1400 looks much better. But I don't think it's bad bike. Haven't ridden one, but 11's were absolutely gorgeous bikes. Nice power throughput and very comfortable bike to ride, albeit the bit fiddly gearboxes.
An ugly bike? No! Anyone wearing a Power Ranger suit designed for gay occasions isn't qualified to judge! Still on honeymoon with my 11, otherwise I'd have one of these.
Sorry mates, saying "zed-zed" just sounds stupid as opposed to "zee-zee". My brother in law talks like that trying to impress the rest of us yanks about how worldly educated he is. He always sounds like an idiot! When I learned the alphabet I would've felt pretty dumb saying " ... double-U, ex, why, zed"! And who says the 1100 is ugly? I have a ZX-11 and even today I still think it's one of the sexiest crotch rockets ever made, especially compared to the overdone, angular crap we see today (because they've pretty much used up all the shapes available any more)! The 1200 isn't ugly but I do like the lines of the 1100 better.
@@TheHomeExpert5 And how the hell does he only give an 8 (EIGHT??) for performance, when it's one of the fastest machines money can buy? What's he call "fast"? Something with a JATO rocket strapped on? It's only the spawn of what was THE fastest machine for more like 8 years. And reliablity a 6??? WTF is wrong with this dumbass??!
Good review. Definitely no looker. But I've yet to see a good looking touring bike. Everyone is buying those BMW GS things now so I'm assuming these sports touring have a smaller audience. Shame as Kawasaki make some decent bikes. I've a Z1000.
How can headlights ruin a look? You wouldn't say that if you were on an unknown dark road with the best spread of light this side of a WW2 aircraft searchlight.
i personally love the looks of this bike
He said it was ugly. This bike is beautiful.
I would’ve loved to see more of these on the road. Not a Busa but it actually has more purpose than the Busa because it doesn’t have a identity crisis. It’s a touring bike that has some balls
I have two ZZR1100's - D3 & D7 and two ZZR1200's - both C1H. When I want fun, I choose a 12, when I want distance, I choose a 12. When it's raining, I choose a 12...much, much better bike than this guy thinks.
Mick Bury awesome. Have you upgraded the rear shock? Which bikes are compatible to swap shocks from? I have an 02.
#goals
Even by todays standards (Ive a fairly new Fireblade) my zzr 1200 goes like a fucking bat out of hell,great bike that il never sell.
Ditto, ride it in its arena, use it for what it was meant,grand tour, reliable as fk and sounds just like a spitfire
"Mirrors the size of "dinner" plates" ? his mum didn't feed him well lol.
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Those " dinner plates " could could prove to be quite useful on long rides ( two or three day rides) 👍 👍
Don't listen to this arse, he wouldn't know a f***ing good bike if it run him over! ZZRs are awesome, and 1200 is the best looking (the 1400 looks like something out of Tron) If you're thinking of buying one, I've got one and it's brilliant. x
T. Mills
the black / silver ZX 11 looks better 👍
Sport-tourers muscle bikes, as I call them +1000cc models, when buying used the first thing you should do is to get an upgrade with improved suspension kit front (springs) and rear (shock) there are many brands and models to choose from, is the best investment you will do trust me on this one, these engines will last forever they are build tough to do a lot of kms/miles to it for many great years, do a good maintenance, keep them clean and you will have a bike for life, I started with a ZX10 '89, later ZZR1100 '92 and now I got Honda's X11 '01 and CBR1100XX Blackbird both fuel injection PGM-F1 units. Safe riding mates.
Ah! ZX-10's were very nice too!
I consider the ZZR1200 to be a good looking machine - far more so than the Bird and Busa
spot on.
Even better looking than the ZZR1400
this video is interesting. at the moment in which it was shot, probably the line of the ZZR1200 could have appeared "old" and "ugly", .... today, however, at least me, I think it is one of the most fascinating "YOUNG TIMER". with the ZZR 1200, in my opinion, KAWASAKI has made a masterpiece that will last over time !!!
everybody loves the look of my zzr1200 they all say it looks awesome.mines the same colour with the gold alloys.
Umm, this guy wearing fluorescent leather long johns has any credibility in judging the looks of a bike?
It's an opinion. I know that it's ugly, but that is what I like. It's ok being ugly if you're aware. I like the dumb styling features tho
I've got one. Awesome. Turbine smooth. Mad fast. Comfy.
I think the looks aged well.
I had one of these and it was one of the best bikes I have ever had it's so comfortable . And pretty fast 10sec. 1/4 and with the exception of the head lights it was a cool bike I had the silver blue thing going on . So that helped I will say this it's as nice a bike as a BMW K1300
I have no problem with the lights on dark country lane. Fit HID or led's and have car like illumination.
I like zzr 1200,looks good ,but....The zzr 1100 is the real legend in the world of sport tourer bikes.
Got to agree. The ZZR1100 is a future classic.
If they didn't have such ugly rear and front lights i wouldn't of hesitated buying one but i decided to go for a very low mileage mint condition ZZR 1100 D2 instead and i'm not disappointed it is a BEAST. its a derestricted full power version and boy does it shift. i have owned a GSXR 750 srad before it and the ZZR 1100 kicks its ass on the straights and even R1's can't leave me behind, in fact they give me looks of disbelief that something so old can give them a run for there money. if i tuned mine up a little i could blow them away but its plenty quick enough for me in stock mode. if you haven't had the chance to ride a ZZR 1100 (unrestricted full power version) give it a go just once in your life and you'll never forget it. it gives me a HUGE buzz and extra wide grin every time i ride it. it turns heads too.
From behind it can look like a moped, until so one overtakes you and then you overtake them.
Had my ZZr1200 2 years now. Can't fault it as a sensible everyday bike. Goes like stink when the mind takes me and conditions. Economical 50 mpg. Cheap on tyres, my MPS 3's have done 10k miles and will probably go another 5k.Wind just clips the side of helmet so some noise but fairing good even in heavy rain. Mirrors vibration free. Not too sporty ride position. Bit of wrist ache on slow journeys, but fine when tanking it. Slick gearbox.The only thing I can fault is the rubbish thin gold paint on wheels and some road noise up from front wheel (probably tyre wear). So they need to come off next tyre change and powder coat. And above 100 the front gets a bit light as if fairing acting like a wing.
And still going strong.
My only problem with bike, the ignition switch failed.
I bought after market and still didn't work.
Eventually found out the security resistor was missing out of switch to the grey wire. Soon fitted problem solved.
I am thinking of getting one, it looks so damn awesome. How good of a fuel mileage you get? How hard is it to find spare parts? And important, how does it behave in the twisties?
@@LINKchris87 Still have mine 20k miles now. Just done tappet clearance, they all needed adjusting. Has been doing 50-60mpg.
New season, just investing finally some cheap bar risers. Mot keeps telling me right bar is slightly bent close to tank, riser will solve that.
Decent review personally. Don't pick out the bad points he mentioned, look at it overall. It's a big tourer.
I love me ZZR 1200..
pfff sorry i found this review again, and i just cant believe how much a crock of crap this review is !!
the big 12 is awsome and better than the 11
and its a good lookin bike most guys agree, just because you dont like it does not mean to say its ugly !!!
i love it and its fkn incredible on the road
I am semi-new to the bike world. First bike I got on was this one and really enjoyed the positioning of it since I was mostly upright. Does anyone know of any another modern day bikes that are similar to this? Most sport touring bikes I see now seem bigger/taller whereas this one was just right for me. Thank you in advance.
would NOT recommend as first bike
I seen one for sale that looks awesome! 😍
OK, so the blue color scheme doesn't do the bike any favors. But I happen to think the silver version looks pretty darned nice!
I haveridden one and it blew me away how much more sophisticated in every way ;it is compared to my bandit and yes the ZZR is awesomely fast but control and steady and steers real nice ,seats not thick padded enough for me and ride position a bit racy. But this bike is quality kit.
Id cons omly add to this beauty, suspension brakes heated grips rd pilot tyres bar risers exhaust system as good if not better than most modern rd touring bikes, petrol great range
Oi
I'm looking for ZZR 1200. I got one in my mind, it's from 2005 and with 98500 km.
Is this a lot of km for such tourer? Will be worth to buy it with this km, for about 3K€?
Taken my zx-1100 on 2500 mile ride, interested how much better the 1200 is.
The people that do these reviews really need to shut the fuck up about how they think a motorcycle looks.
How can he quote things like reliability on a bike that had only just come out.
"Ugly" what? The 1200's dual headlights are miles in front of the 1100. Furthermore, if we want good looks we can put artwork on the wall; any biker worth their salt will rate practicality far above looks.
And probably with their wives too. 😂😂
I agree with reviewer. I can't stand the looks of head and tail light assembly. 11 looked so much better. 1400 looks much better. But I don't think it's bad bike. Haven't ridden one, but 11's were absolutely gorgeous bikes. Nice power throughput and very comfortable bike to ride, albeit the bit fiddly gearboxes.
ffs he dresses up like ronald macdonald then says it's ugly put ya glasses back on mate
LOL
An ugly bike? No!
Anyone wearing a Power Ranger suit designed for gay occasions isn't qualified to judge!
Still on honeymoon with my 11, otherwise I'd have one of these.
+bagpopuk Hahahaha I lolled too hard :P
I agree. Normally not into newer bikes but I think these look ok and f'n powerful. I like 80's and 90's bikes.
Love my ZZR 1200 so good at getting the job dun
Ugly?Nonsense
Sorry mates, saying "zed-zed" just sounds stupid as opposed to "zee-zee". My brother in law talks like that trying to impress the rest of us yanks about how worldly educated he is. He always sounds like an idiot! When I learned the alphabet I would've felt pretty dumb saying " ... double-U, ex, why, zed"! And who says the 1100 is ugly? I have a ZX-11 and even today I still think it's one of the sexiest crotch rockets ever made, especially compared to the overdone, angular crap we see today (because they've pretty much used up all the shapes available any more)! The 1200 isn't ugly but I do like the lines of the 1100 better.
Spot-on, buddy boy, the ZX-11 and the zzr1200 are really beautiful motorcycles. I don't know why this knucklehead says otherwise.
@@TheHomeExpert5 And how the hell does he only give an 8 (EIGHT??) for performance, when it's one of the fastest machines money can buy? What's he call "fast"? Something with a JATO rocket strapped on? It's only the spawn of what was THE fastest machine for more like 8 years. And reliablity a 6??? WTF is wrong with this dumbass??!
Zzr 1100, to old, 1300 to radical. Zzr1200, just right, said daddy bear.
Good review. Definitely no looker. But I've yet to see a good looking touring bike.
Everyone is buying those BMW GS things now so I'm assuming these sports touring have a smaller audience. Shame as Kawasaki make some decent bikes. I've a Z1000.
This dude is so negative about this bike.
What ever happened to one piece Ninja Turtle jump suits.
looks like taylor park in st helens
Seriously these reviews blow my bloody mind !!! They talk absolute garbage !!!
A bike with those big headlights are like an ugly bird with big tits, once the lights go out who cares? You'll be glad of them! 😂
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200 miles plus to a tank of juice, reserve is 30 miles and thats not riding like miss daisy
Who is this guy? Obviously never had a bike with a reserve tap or a trip meter. 😂
Grand touring
It’s the lights, they ruin the look.
How can headlights ruin a look? You wouldn't say that if you were on an unknown dark road with the best spread of light this side of a WW2 aircraft searchlight.
@shiftyshamsk correct, I wouldn't say that, but I'd be on a bike with better looking headlights.
It does look very ugly in my opinion
Your classic blind.