(04-30-2015, 07:59 PM)CIP57_imp Wrote: I have been thinking about a new bike to replace my ST1300 with something lighter and more sporty. I'm a Honda Guy and gave them a good look but nothing fit, the VFR800 had a bit to aggressive seating position and down on power and the sport tourers where just to heavy. The N1K was what I was looking for, high HP handling with an optional set of integrated bags for 2014 just seem to fit the bill. So, yesterday I traded the CB.

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I have only had a chance to put 50 miles on it last eve, first impression, the seating position is upright with a bit of forward lean with a short reach to the bars, setup for a short rider The engine is wound up so tight 6 gear off throttle engine breaking had me thinking why have brakes on this bike LOL after coming off the CB1100. The bike comes with ABS, four modes of traction control with one of those position being off. In position one full on the bike will not spin up or wheelie just straight power to the ground. I need to put in some seat time to get a good feel of the bike.

I have been on this site for 2 years with over a month logged in and 117 PM, over that time I have looked forward each morning to have coffee (or tea) with Mickey and hope I have contributed and help a few members, I know I have gotten a lot of ideas and help here.

Like ACK, i plan on hanging around because this is one forum i enjoy reading each morning, Oh and I also purchased two rally shirts which I look forward to wearing.

(05-02-2015, 05:57 AM)Guth_imp Wrote: By the way CIP, the one and only Kawasaki in my life was a G31M Centurion. My dad found a deal on one that had been set up for short-track racing. I can still remember riding it for the first time like it was yesterday. It seemed so wicked fast it was scary.

[url=http://www.motoretroillustrated.com/issue_05/centurion.pdf]Cool article from Moto Retro Illustrated on the Centurion

(05-02-2015, 07:35 AM)Flynrider_imp Wrote: Nice! I'm not a fan of modern bike styling, but Kaw did a very nice job on that one. The riding position looks friendly and it looks passenger friendly (something not many sporty bikes can say these days). For many years I've been saying that not much on bike dealers floors interest me, but I really like that N1K with its integrated luggage.

I'm going down to the Kaw shop next week to have them mount a tire for the CB. I'll have to get an up close look.

My first 4 bikes were various flavors of KZs. I'm a big fan of the Big Green.

(05-02-2015, 06:19 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: My favorite bike up until the CB1100 was my 77 Kawasaki KZ1000. Great motorcycle. Only Kaw I ever owned, although I had sold them for years and rode a bunch of them. Even managed a Kawasaki shop for awhile.

Never really cared for their triples, preferring the Suzuki triples. Guess I never was much of a hooligan, and the gentlemanly nature of the GT Suzukis suited me more.

Wouldn't stop me from owning an N1K though. Very cool bikes.

(05-02-2015, 09:56 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Yes in character it is most similar to my Gen 1 FZ-1, which was another fantastic bike, which is why. I'd be glad to have one as a solo sport tourer. Power on the K bike is fantastic and in the right place, more mid range rather than on top. I think for 15 they also added additional rubber engine mounting, but I could be wrong n that. Correct me if I am CIP.

(05-02-2015, 10:14 PM)CIP57_imp Wrote:

(05-02-2015, 09:56 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Yes in character it is most similar to my Gen 1 FZ-1, which was another fantastic bike, which is why. I'd be glad to have one as a solo sport tourer. Power on the K bike is fantastic and in the right place, more mid range rather than on top. I think for 15 they also added additional rubber engine mounting, but I could be wrong n that. Correct me if I am CIP.

I know there where changes to the 14, traction control, Cams, and ECU changes to add HP and lower end torque and the following::

http://www.cyclenews.com/410/22253/Racing-Article/First-Look--Kawasakis-Upgraded-2014-Ninja-1000-ABS.aspx

I did a search and can not find changes in the 2015, if you find something let me know.

Edit: Found it: Was added to the 2014 model year:

The Ninja 1000 features an advanced aluminum frame similar in design to the Ninja ZX-10R’s. The lightweight assembly curves over the engine, cradling it from above and bolting solidly to it in three places, with a rubber-backed fourth mount provided for added vibration isolation and torsional rigidity.