conn-e-rot Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 I'm thinking about getting a zx14 anyone have one?If so what kind of mileage do you get?How is the comfort driver and passenger?How are they for city driving I've heard pretty smooth is this the case?Thanks for the input Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustinsn3485 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 our resident 14'er has been grounded from OR by his wife...someone else might have input however Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfman Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 our resident 14'er has been grounded from OR by his wife...someone else might have input however Poor Nick...hopefully his wife gives him his balls back soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbret Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 I'm thinking about getting a zx14 anyone have one?If so what kind of mileage do you get?How is the comfort driver and passenger?How are they for city driving I've heard pretty smooth is this the case?Thanks for the inputNot really the same kind of input but I am also thinking of getting one also.Any idea what year / color you were planning on getting or if you were buying from a dealer or private? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Not really the same kind of input but I am also thinking of getting one also.Any idea what year / color you were planning on getting or if you were buying from a dealer or private?Haven't decided on year I like the sapphire blue 2008 but I also like the green 2009 and the 2009 special edition. I would be buying from a dealer I don't want a used zx14. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbret Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Haven't decided on year I like the sapphire blue 2008 but I also like the green 2009 and the 2009 special edition. I would be buying from a dealer I don't want a used zx14.How soon do you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f4isvt Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 yes kawasakis new monster editions are kick ass. Been looking at the zx6r Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The King Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 I was pretty close to getting one.....they are nice. Great seating position, good mirrors, good engine.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harb67 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Psh, keep the 650 and enjoy your good gas mileage and handling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Psh, keep the 650 and enjoy your good gas mileage and handling From what I've been reading the 14 handles really good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoner1320 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 I'm thinking about getting a zx14 anyone have one?If so what kind of mileage do you get?How is the comfort driver and passenger?How are they for city driving I've heard pretty smooth is this the case?Thanks for the inputVery nice Use to have one. I miss it soooo much. Around town like in our area not so much on the comfort because of the traffic, but going on 90, 11, or rt 7 (where it is more wide open area) that is a whole different ball park. That bike rides better at the high speeds. I do not recomend it for the novice rider. They are kinda heavy. Wife said she loved that bike was comfortable for her as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 How soon do you think?Not sure gonna call around tomorrow see how far I gotta drive to find one. The wife wants to see one and sit on it before I buy. Found some new 2008's on ebay in NJ for under 10k. Xtreme Kawasaki has 2008 & 2009 but they are about 3hrs from me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonS Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 get a 08 or 09 hayabusa ... they're faster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerocrash Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 get a 08 or 09 hayabusa ... they're faster Knew that was coming... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrbret Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Not sure gonna call around tomorrow see how far I gotta drive to find one. The wife wants to see one and sit on it before I buy. Found some new 2008's on ebay in NJ for under 10k. Xtreme Kawasaki has 2008 & 2009 but they are about 3hrs from me.Honda East Toledo have 08's for under $10k also but being a paid member ($30 I think) of TSBR.com will get you a bit of a discount on the bike & on gear from there.I checked the insurance and an 08 is close to double that of an 06 for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 i have a XX, not a ZX, but as a general rule, the hypersports (ZX-14, Busa, XX and K1200S/K1300S) tend to be a lot heavier as far as handling at low speeds is concerned. They are a lot more comfortable for long hauls, and are definitely not reccomended for beginners. You will want to have a few seasons under your belt before you hop on one (strong emphasis on throttle control).these are just based on my experience/ my advice...wait a few seasons, get some miles under your belt first, then take a demo for a test ride... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The King Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Knew that was coming... Thats why I got the B-King....wanted to be faster than both!Actually, it came down to the handling, the 14 felt a little heavy..and the Busa riding position was too "sporty." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Honda East Toledo have 08's for under $10k also but being a paid member ($30 I think) of TSBR.com will get you a bit of a discount on the bike & on gear from there.I checked the insurance and an 08 is close to double that of an 06 for me.I have Geico really good rates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 get a 08 or 09 hayabusa ... they're faster Sorry but I personally think the busa is ugly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 Sorry but I personally think the busa is uglyThat's why we call it an eye abuser;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted November 10, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 That's why we call it an eye abuser;)lol.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 (edited) That's why we call it an eye abuser;)Good thing the rest of you guys only have to look at the tail for about 3 seconds before it pulls away from your bikes. Edited November 10, 2008 by JRMMiii Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kawi kid Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 i have rode one quite a bit, and you will love it. for its size its very nimble. and it is very well mannered for the amound of power it has. as stated its on the heavy side but im only 128 lbs on a good day and it wasnt to much for me to hold at all. for the long hauls, the seat is very comfy and the ergos and nice enough to not make you tired at all. i say go for it!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjachk08 Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 im only 128 lbs on a good day yea, soaking wet! damn you make me feel super fat!! oh well, i guess its only cuz im taller than you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exSRAaron Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 I dont like kawi's really, but I was pretty impressed with the 06-08 14's. Busa's are faster? well, by a 1/10 or something i think. The 14 is gonna be a lil smoother all around (stand-still starting) and the riding position is a lil more laid back. its a tad more comfy then the busa IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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