Helmutt Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 (edited) Time for me to pass this guided missle onto someone who will enjoy what it can do -- I'm longing for more creature comforts, electronics, shaft drive, and a more upright seated sport tourer. I've thoroughly enjoyed this bike, bought it early '09 and I'm the 2nd owner. I've put close to 20k miles on it without a mechanical hiccup one. It's been a great machine, so it's a bitter sweet sale but I'm ready to slow down a bit. There's absolutely NOTHING mechanically wrong with this motorcycle, it's fully functional and ready to ride. The bike has NEVER been down or dropped. Expect to see just a bit of normal wear on the front and underside of the belly pan from the front tire throwing road debris. Nothing out of the ordinary for an almost 8 yr old bike. I will disclose a couple of blemishes though, a small chunk in the front fender from a piece of metal striking the bike on the interstate. It broke the right side fairing too, but I replaced it with a new OEM panel. The fender wasn't replaced since I'd planned on upfitting a smaller ZX10 fender to improve cooling, but the Engine Ice coolant does a fine job of that. Also, a long scratch from the previous owner getting hasty on a trackday tape job. I'll nab pics of these when I get home from TN. 2008 Kawasaki ZX14 -- Atomic Silver 24,XXX miles ( still being ridden occasionally ) Brock's Performance StreetMeg full stainless exhaust system Power Commander 3 - loaded with Brock's Street/Drag maps GPR v4 steering damper BMC washable air filter Muzzy adjustable lowering links Speed rear fender elim kit EBC HH sintered brakepads Tiger Racing LSR aluminum chainguard Cox Radiator guard ProBolt USA predrilled stainless caliper mount hardware ProBolt USA predrilled aluminum oil fill cap ProBolt USA titanium mounting hardware for all hand controls Zero Gravity double bubble dark smoke windscreen CRG style shorty levers - anodized blue ( not pictured ) Buell chrome drop pegs - 1.25" lower than stock Michelin PR3 front tire -- like new with just 500 miles on it Dunlop Roadsmart2 rear tire -- plenty of life left - 2k miles on it Included with sale... ( 3 ) sets of wheels ( all including cush hubs/bearings/spacers ) -- 1 set each of silver, black, and gold ( 1 ) set of Dunlop Q2's with just 2 trackdays on them -- currently mounted on the black wheelset ( 1 ) new/unmounted rear Dunlop Q3 - 190/55-17 Electronic factory service manual on flash drive Galfer Braided SS front/rear brake line kits -- new/uninstalled Militant Moto "Barrier Bars" frame slider kit ( Black ) -- new/uninstalled ( not pictured ) Stompgrip kit - new/uninstalled Roaring Toyz ZX14 etched mirror blockoffs Stock header and left side silencer ( gifted the right side to a friend to fix his bike - not pictured ) Spare stock kickstand Stock oil fill cap Stock pegs Stock brake/clutch levers Stock rear fender Stock windscreen Stock chainguard ( not pictured ) Spare sprocket set ( not pictured ) Coolant flushed and filled this spring with Engine Ice Fresh sparkplugs this spring. Will be given a fresh oil change here soon in case it doesn't sell before winter sets in ( I never store it without fresh oil change ) $7000 firm for EVERYTHING -- ( OhioRiders good-buddy-deal $6500 ) Clean and clear title in hand. No trades. No test rides without cash in hand, but I guarantee this bike runs/shifts/rides great. Pm me, or call/text Nine37-Four17-78eleven with the black wheelset mounted Most of the included goodies Here's the nick in the fender. Minuscule, I know, but I want to be up front with potential buyers. Here's the scratch at the tail lamp, should easily buff out but I've just never done it since it's not very noticeable. Edited February 11, 2016 by Hellmutt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 You going with a Connie? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Probably 7500 for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Are you going to pull the trigger on a R1200RS? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 You going with a Connie?I looked long and hard at the C14, but I'm really drawn to that Bavarian boxer twin. It's considerably lighter, and cant deny the electronics. Plus I can drop the panniers to sneak in a trackday should my SMC not fulfill my speed addiction on the bigger road courses.Probably 7500 for me.Not at all sir, we buddies - some stern ribbing now and then doesn't mean I'm hating your hateful self Are you going to pull the trigger on a R1200RS?Most definitely. A years worth of researching my next bike has finally wittled my decision down to it. I'm dead set on it - just need to move a horse out of the stable to make room for one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Most definitely. A years worth of researching my next bike has finally wittled my decision down to it. I'm dead set on it - just need to move a horse out of the stable to make room for one It's a great looking bike. My neighbor has a newer RT and he loves it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 (edited) If I had a BMW dealer relatively close by, I would seriously consider adding a S1000XR to the stable Edited October 23, 2015 by ScubaCinci Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 (edited) Most definitely. A years worth of researching my next bike has finally wittled my decision down to it. I'm dead set on it - just need to move a horse out of the stable to make room for oneDo yourself a favor and check out the Super Tenere as well. Might save you a pretty good wad of cash for a very similar bike. I'll even let you take mine for a spin if you'd like. Edited October 23, 2015 by ScubaCinci 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snot Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 another pic.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 (edited) Yeah, Tpoppa, I looked at the RT but it's right in line with the C14 size wise, and at this point in my life I'm just not ready to give up as much of the sport in my next sport tourer. Scuba, I looked at the Tenere and XR but they were a bit more adventure than I'm after. Sure, the pricetag is higher on the RS but it's suiting my palette with all that I want in my next bike. After surfing the web for this long, there isn't much I've not considered. Thanks for the offer on the free spin too Edited October 23, 2015 by Hellmutt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Yeah, Tpoppa, I looked at the RT but it's right in line with the C14 size wise, and at this point in my life I'm just not ready to give up as much of the sport in my next sport tourer. I'd own an RS. I definitely prefer it over the RT. It takes some getting used to the feel of the BMW Boxer, but once you do it's a really good power plant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScubaCinci Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Scuba, I looked at the Tenere and XR but they were a bit more adventure than I'm after. Sure, the pricetag is higher on the RS but it's suiting my palette with all that I want in my next bike. After surfing the web for this long, there isn't much I've not considered. Thanks for the offer on the free spin tooAh...mentally I read "RS" as "GS" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 I'd own an RS. I definitely prefer it over the RT. It takes some getting used to the feel of the BMW Boxer, but once you do it's a really good power plant.Hard to argue with the boxer's pedigree. Definitely tried and true design. I'm assuming the ride by wire throttle will be an adjustment as well.Ah...mentally I read "RS" as "GS"Ok, now that makes more sense to me. Wondered about ya when you mentioned the RS and Tenere were similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokey Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Give the new Suzuki V-Strom 1000 a look at all? The new Kawasaki Versys 1000 is also very nice as well, both of these bikes are plenty "sporty" and can be outfitted to be extremely comfy and versatile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonik Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 He already made up his mind. He made a fine choice. Don't turn this into a Brian or Nivin thread. Dude is just trying to sell his bike. Damn kids. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motocat12 Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Does it come with boots in colors to match the sets of rims? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 (edited) Does it come with boots in colors to match the sets of rims?You buy the bike, and I'll gladly aerosol overhaul some shiny new DollarGeneral flipflops in matching colors.In all seriousness, it simply worked out that I got a set of each color relatively cheap. I wanted all black wheels, but the deal was too good on the golds Edited October 23, 2015 by Hellmutt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 Give the new Suzuki V-Strom 1000 a look at all? The new Kawasaki Versys 1000 is also very nice as well, both of these bikes are plenty "sporty" and can be outfitted to be extremely comfy and versatile.I did, just a glance though. Not a big adventure bike fan, I like a bit more wind protection and fancy electrogadgetry. I'm pretty much just waiting for this bike to sell so I can toss that coin down on the RS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 (edited) Had my next choices narrowed down to a Touring Boxer or a F6B, couple years out from that though. Although the recent changes I've made to the C14 has made me fall on love with her all over again. Edited October 23, 2015 by 2talltim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 I thought I was ready to get a C14 the last few years, swore that was my next ride. Just the weight and being the same I4 engine I've ridden since I was a teen have swayed me. The KTM SMC was my first non-jap bike ever, and the German mfg build quality has my interest piqued. Never ridden a BMW, but always had my eye on a model or 2 of theirs since the K13 came about. I'm ready for a classy upgrade, and my first NEW bike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anden Posted October 23, 2015 Report Share Posted October 23, 2015 I eye balled more than a few of the k1200 and 1300s for that matter be for I got the Sprint. Super nice bikes I'll be very envious of you. Hellmutt's bike is super clean folks some one snatch it up. Glws lbts. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helmutt Posted October 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 (edited) Thanks Lee. There was a nice Trophy SE and a bagged Sprint at the BMW dealer in Hilliard - both were nice rides, but my heart and head are made up on this... Edited October 24, 2015 by Hellmutt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anden Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Damn!!!! Drool factor is high on that beast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EOdesmo Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Damn!!!! Drool factor is high on that beast. ^^^This! Given all the extras included and your bad case of maintenance meticulosis, someone will be getting one hellava deal on your ZX. GLWS Hellmutt.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie14 Posted October 24, 2015 Report Share Posted October 24, 2015 Both bikes are very nice. To get your best $ out of the zx14, you may need to wait for spring. LBTS GLWS 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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