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I used to love the Sportster back in the day. But other than that, I haven’t gotten into Harley much. But some guys I know love their Harleys.

Hey! Thanks so much! For the RS Cafe? The only other edition of this model, that I know of, is the one with the Ohlins shock and the yellow/black paint scheme. That one doesn’t have a front cowell though and is a bit more of an upright riding position. I saw one in person a few weeks ago, for the first time and it’s a LOT nicer in person.

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Love it! I think I’m up to almost 9k miles on it.

I'm barely 5ft 8 will it fit me? 😢 It's my dreambike...and yes, I heard Kawasaki offers a lower saddle, but there's rumours that this lower version isn't comfy at all

I’ve never tried the lower version. But I’m 5’11” and feel like it fits me perfect! My buddy is a little shorter, and he loves it!

Very cool! You bet! Glad you enjoyed it.

Hi! I sold my Speed Twin about a year ago. I haven’t had it backfire much.

Love it!

Sweet!

What a livery to own! Ive been looking at all 3 of these bikes as they are all that takes my eye as thats what mainly attracts me to the a motorcycle but i settled for z900rs after the first test ride havnt ridden the other 2 but i am always thinking of an addition to the stable! From what you have said i think i made the right choice but think there will always be a wonderlust for the thruxton rs because there is something to behold in the grunt of a twin and coupled with the noise and sharper handling the smile per mile will posibly rival the 900rs but im happy with the kwak either way.

Nope. Felt like the center stand would add a ton of weight. Would’ve been interesting to try riders, but didn’t mind the stock bars.

Totally get it. Did you test ride them yet?

You and me both!

It’s weird. I saw him one minute, then he was gone the next. 😝

😂😂😂 you should put in ear buds next time. It makes the music sound even better.

Thanks 🤗

Thanks!

Nice! The SE? Good choice. Thanks for bringing up the size. That was a big factor for me too. You don’t realize how small the Speed Twin is, until you see it side by side next to another bike. You know?

​@@jaredmotopnw I haven't had a chance to try the Speed Twin yet, because the dealer is miles away, so I'm just going off the reviews. It's also another reason why I'm going for the Z900RS, I got fed up travelling long distances with my previous bike, a Yamaha Ténéré 700. My local Kawasaki dealer is less than seven miles away, and once I sat on the Z900RS, I was blown away! The bike felt so right, and the Candy Tone Blue/Gold stripe version looked stunning. It's my favourite colour, I just wish it had gold wheels, a Öhlins S46 rear shock, and Brembo brakes! I also love inline four-cylinder bikes, and I can't understand why some people don't? I did all my training on a Honda CB659R, and thought it was a fantastic bike, composed around town, it felt very stable, and that four-cylinder howl when you open it up is glorious! After selling my Ténéré 700, I bought a Suzuki SV650, and it's a cracking bike, it brings a smile to my face every time I ride it. It's V-twin, or L-twin as Ducati would call it, sounds fantastic, especially with a slip-on. Strangely, it feels heavier than the Z900RS, I think it's the centre of gravity? But, it's time for a change. We have a registration plate change every March and September in the UK with a year and month identifier, so I'll talk to my dealer at the end of December. Hopefully, I can get one for the new registrations on March 1st 2024, I can't wait. Don't think they'll drop the price, though, as it seems to sell well, and the supply is limited. I love the Bonneville range, with the Speed Twin being my favourite, and I always promised myself I'd buy one. But, many reviewers have commented on its small size, which is a pity, but you never know. Anyway, enjoy your bike. 👍

There’s a ton of people out here with the Tenere! Haven’t been as interested in those, though, since I primarily do street riding. It’s my first in-line 4 and I love the way it sounds and performs! But think I’ll keep it stock for a bit (although my buddy got the headers replaced and got it tuned real nice)… and it takes off! But the he gets really low mpg on it with those mods. I wanted to check out the SV650 but once I was stuck on this, I just went for it! Hondas are great bikes too. Totally get why you would prefer a dealership that’s close to you. Easier on maintenance and if you need anything done.

​@@jaredmotopnw I don't blame you, the Yamaha Ténéré 700 is so top-heavy they're positively dangerous on the road! They're not ideal on the street because of its size, its weight, the 21" front wheel, and go past about 15 degrees, and you're hitting the deck! It was good on bad roads and speed humps, though! The Ténéré was a certainly a handful, and I nearly dropped it once at the lights during rush hour. I was on a very bad road, that was 'W' shaped due to all the heavy traffic. I had to come to a stop on top of the 'W', but a small, unassuming pothole turned out to be just that little bit too deep and sent me sideways-I just about managed to save the bike! Even coming to a stop on a steep camber could catch you out. I liked some aspects of the bike, like the CP2 engine, and the commanding view, but you seemed to be constantly fighting the bike to keep it upright at low speeds. I sold it after a year and went back to a sport bike, and I'm much happier. My advice is, if you're going touring, then buy a sports tourer, and if you are going to go off-road then buy something lightweight, like the Honda CRF300L. If you do want an adventure bike, then buy the new BMW R 1300 GS which can lower its suspension, but it will cost you a pretty penny! If I do manage to buy a Z900RS, I wouldn't do much to it. I certainly wouldn't put a tail tidy on it, I've got fed up with getting cr*p up my back! Plus, it's got a duck-bill tail cowl, which pays homage to the original Z1. I'd keep the stock exhaust for a while, as the bike sounds excellent. I've got a slip-on exhaust on my SV650 which makes that beautiful V-Twin a bit louder, and I might use that to see if the Z900RS sounds any better, but I'm not a big fan of overly loud motorbikes. The Suzuki SV650 is an excellent bike, and I'd highly recommend it. But, the Kawasaki Z900RS is certainly a step-up in every department, and if I had to choose between the bikes, choose the Z900RS every time. 👍

Thanks so much! Yeah this 2022 model has this color scheme, which I love! The in-line 4 too is a whole different feel than a Twin. But man, I don’t know who thinks this bike is “sedate.” Once you get it past 6000rpm, it turns into a completely different machine! And I’m coming from the 1200 Speed Twin. I would say it’s a lot more like a Speed Triple. But I only test drove that.

Thanks for watching and commenting! So a few thoughts… The T120 is a great cruiser bike! I feel like it’s perfect for two people. But the Z900 think of more like a muscle car… you can cruise with it, but it not the best on gas and likes to go fast. You know? ;) However, my buddy rides with his wife on the back of his Z900RS Cafe and loves it! But? He likes to go fast (no matter who’s on the back). 😂 Definitely try it out and let me know what you think!

I went from the sv to the z900rs and gotta say its definatly a different animal! Its a bike that although you'll be more than happy poodling around enjoying the ride as i do (and hoping to take the rather apprehensive wife on the back) It is a bike that when your on your own it does egg you on to pudh harder in a kinda well dressed hooligan way which i do love but if im stuck following slow traffic i dont care either as the noise is superb along with the handling!

​@benchandler6217 Thanks for sharing your experience. I got a chance to ride the Z. Boy! It's a lot of fun. Hella smooth. I ended up purchasing a T120 black. I enjoy the torque and the character. I live in South Tampa and there's traffic all-round me and cops lol. I feel good about my choice especially for 80-90% of my riding. My wife really enjoys it too, so it will be a keeper. I'm keeping the SV too for now. Ps Thanks @Jared

Hey again! Thanks for sharing that. Yeah. That radiator guard doesn’t bother me at all, either. I was thinking about getting a radiator guard and love a lot of the Evotech stuff! But for some reason a lot of it has been hard to get and out of stock. Eventually, though. I just got the tail today and frame sliders (that should arrive next week)… so that’ll clean things up a bit.

@@jaredmotopnw My RS definitely looks meaner without that big duckbill out back. Try Motovation, MotoMachines, orAccessories International for Evotech parts if others are out of stock. Motovation in Texas is my favorite.

Will do! Thanks so much for sharing that. I’ll check it out.

Thanks so much! Man, a 2,500 miles trip?! That’s awesome. I’ve been wanting to do a bit of a longer trip, but just haven’t gotten around to it. I feel like it’s such an overlooked bike. Cruising at 85-90 the bike doesn’t even tire, compared to my Speed Twin. You know? Which color scheme do you have? My buddy has that Kawasaki green, but there’s no way I could pull that off.

@@jaredmotopnwYeah, the green is too wild for me. I have the metallic blue with the lower gold band. Originally this exact color was on the Kawasaki 900 Z1B- 1975.. Then it was on the '77 KZ1000, but at the time it was called diamond sky blue. It's an excellent color.Even at 90 the wind wasn't too bad and tiring. BTW, since you're from Portland, sometime ride to Baker and follow highway 86 to Halfway.- nice, inexpensive motel there.What a road! Twisty city and new pavement with no traffic. I've been on a lot of good roads, but this was one of my favorites. Talked to the service manger and warranty manager at local dealer and said these RS's are bulletproof. Good to hear. Ride safe.

Love it! Thanks for sharing all of that! Will do.

I have 13500 miles on it. Opps typo

Thanks for sharing that John! That’s so weird. I don’t think I’ve ever gotten past 140 miles on a tank. I wonder if it’s because I ride it pretty hard and mix back country roads with city riding? The Road 6 tires are great! Recently put those Power 5 tires cause I don’t ride as much in the rain, and they’re my faves so far!

Very lucky with that spec ! Did you buy from a dealer or private ?

This is a hard bike to live with on hot days.

Great tip! Makes sense to put it on the back wheel!

An X chain? Never heard of that. I’d love to hear more!

@@jaredmotopnw X ring chain as opposed to a standard O ring chain. Essentially there is more sealing surface with the x rings than there is with a standard o ring so it keeps the lubricant sealed better. DID makes a great x ring chain

Man. Thanks so much for sharing that! Did some research yesterday. Had no clue about this until you mentioned it. Super appreciate it.

@@jaredmotopnw you bet! happy to help

Thanks so much! Was curious about the Fox and the YSS ones. Hard to find ones that fit our model.

It’s called The One Moto Show.

They’re fun, man! See what you get on a trade for your Bonnie. Those shorties are niiicccee!

Thanks so much! It’s the same engine as the Thruxton. But it’s a cross between the Bonnie and the Thruxton. With a 1200cc engine.

Thanks for sharing all of that! How do you like the fly screen? Did you get the shorter or taller one? I have the Quad Lock case and it moves around a bit from the wind. Wonder if that would help to block it? Oh and what kind of rear shocks did you get? That’s next on my list (think I’m going to d9 the ones from Fox) along with the DNA high performance air filter.

@@jaredmotopnw Got the short one. Not super short, but just enough to help redirect the wind and keep the bugs off the instrument cluster. I found the airflow over the top of the bike to be pretty clean anyway. Tec bike parts rear shock. I'm not into attacking corners so it was all I thought I needed. And so far so good.

Nice! Good to know the mini fly screen deflects some of the wind. And helps clean up some of the 🐛 that get stuck in the instrument cluster. Cheers.