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RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - Gone in 60 - 02-22-2022
Man, years ago, Scorpion made a helmet that is a perfect match for that new Kawi's color scheme.
I still have one. Way out of date, and I only use it as a backup, too pretty to throw away!
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - peterbaron - 02-22-2022
(02-22-2022, 02:40 AM)Gone in 60_imp Wrote: Man, years ago, Scorpion made a helmet that is a perfect match for that new Kawi's color scheme.
I still have one. Way out of date, and I only use it as a backup, too pretty to throw away!
![[Image: a0923722b8455ee163e13c2cbb2275d9.jpg]](https://cb1100forum.net/forum/uploads/imp/202202/a0923722b8455ee163e13c2cbb2275d9.jpg)
![[Image: ee31881a52ed36772c16fccf5bbd3186.jpg]](https://cb1100forum.net/forum/uploads/imp/202202/ee31881a52ed36772c16fccf5bbd3186.jpg)
Indeed, it is
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - GoldOxide_imp - 02-22-2022
(02-22-2022, 02:34 AM)peterbaron_imp Wrote: Thanks MrP
I knew this bike is due in spring '22.
Here is the email, I received today:
"Good morning and thank you for contacting us about the 2022 Kawasaki Z650 RS models. I happen to only have (1) left available that is expected for March/April ETA. This model I have coming is the 50th anniversary edition in the candy diamond brown colour. I am not sure if this bike will sell before it reaches the showroom, but I can definitely let you know if it shows up for you to come and see it."
Plant the stash down [url=http://cb1100forum.com/forum/member.php?action=profile&uid=3454]PB and ride with pride in May.
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - michael1954 - 02-22-2022
(02-17-2022, 12:16 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: Bet that is a hoot to ride Michael
Scares me sometimes. With the race headers/muffler, it wants to wheelie too much. I now see why they invented wheelie control. It is nice to be able to tame the beast when you want to. But it is lots of fun. Seems I go thru tires faster on this bike than I do the EX.
(02-19-2022, 01:59 PM)DaSwami_imp Wrote: I just can't do watercooled bikes.
One of the reasons our beloved CB1100 is no more!
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - j3gq_imp - 03-07-2022
Please don't take my comments as those from a Honda lover who can't see and like other bikes. Today I have had a first chance to see in real and sit on both, a 900rs and a 650rs, standing side by side. Here is my list of "don't work for me" items, which may be less visible in the glossy pictures.
- both bikes come with huge, and I mean huge cooling radiators, not a biggy seen from the side, but from the riding position ... ugly,
- plastic fenders look cheap, not sure they will last,
- 900rs engine looks a little retro, the 650 engine looks like a garden pump,
- the 900rs 's tank is way too big - not it's capacity - just the way it looks when you sit on her or from behind,
- what others said before, don't like the kinky pipes
- the large distance between saddle and wheel looks anything but retro to me.
What I liked in the 650rs (and not as much in her big brother) is her low weight, low COG, handling when you walk and push her - all in a grown-up, powerful street bike. Have a test ride coming end of the month, just because of this light feeling and touch. Sometimes I wish my CB was nearly as light, but I would exchange her for either of the RS.
(02-22-2022, 02:40 AM)Gone in 60_imp Wrote: Man, years ago, Scorpion made a helmet that is a perfect match for that new Kawi's color scheme.
I still have one. Way out of date, and I only use it as a backup, too pretty to throw away!
Almost a reason to by the Kawa, I agree !
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - j3gq_imp - 03-07-2022
Meant to say "to buy the Kawa' (not to "by"), such a color fit is rare and pretty
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - GoldOxide_imp - 03-07-2022
I would consider a Kawasaki if they would provide a wee bit more room.
No, provide more room.
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - j3gq_imp - 03-07-2022
you mean rum ?
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - GoldOxide_imp - 03-07-2022
(03-07-2022, 07:25 AM)j3gq_imp Wrote: you mean rum ?
Well, you know, ... maybe. Or maybe a combination of thoughts, ... like "vruum".
RE: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS - peterbaron - 03-16-2022
Got a response to my email that the green Z650SR has been sold
Some salespeople are as good as weather terrorists.