My 2018 model is the best. I also have 2018 zx10r and the comfort level is non comparable. The only thing I wish the 14r had was cruise control. But for the record I love your content. Keep putting it out here. Zx14r by far is the best SPORT BIKE on the market.
@@liv0003 Same here! I've always wanted a gen 1 Busa, I think they look great, and c'mon they're Iconic, but after doing some research I went with the ZZR (ZX-14R) because it checks some personal boxes better than the Busa- More low end torque, comfort, and less unwanted attention. They're also usually cheaper, less owners, better taken care of/ better condition, and unmolested by eBay parts (not stretched and slammed scraping on the ground) I also found out that, for some weird reason, it's around a quarter of the price of my 05 Gixxer 1K to insure. That might be a fluke though.
Have now done 16000 miles on my 2020 ZZR1400. Last week 868 mile ride from The Cotswolds to Edinburgh & return. No Motorways. 2-nights accommodation. 21-Hrs in the saddle. AWESOME machine, roads & scenery. ❤ my ZZR1400. Previously owned a 2014 ZZR1400 & 2-ZZR1100’s
ZX14R is one of most reliable bike. Owned 2007 model and it does get even single rust. It is amazing that there is no any leakage on 15 years old bike.
Just picked up a 2023 Zx14R because of this channel can't tell you how much I already love this bike, everything you have said about this bike is true.................Thank you.
I also have a 2018. I recently traded my ZX6R in so I could get it and I thought I would miss my 6R a lot more, but the 14R really does handle SO well for its size! I daily drive my bikes and I'm really enjoying the whole experience so far. I definitely agree this bike should get more attention and credit. I knew almost nothing about them before I bought mine.
Past my test in April 21 and had a GSX1250 FA sat waiting. I had it for about 3 months then instantly traded it in for a ZZR1400. Covered around 15,000 miles and this bad boy ain't going anywhere. What a machine.
I've had 13 years of riding the zzr1400 and have both gens 1 and 2 they're such a great all-rounder it's hard to find anything else that comes close they're an awesome bike.
@Ninja Zx10R the Gen 2 has an increased engine capability to 1441cc , traction control, slipper clutch, twin cooling fans slightly longer wheelbase and they do a performance sport model which includes olhins rear shock and front brembo brakes with braided brake lines and the front end styling changed from separate lights on the gen 1 and the side engine fairing for ventilation probably missed something but they're both great bikes
Had my ZZR1400 for 2 years now and can't think of any other bike I'd swap it for. It looks menacing, goes like the clappers and i can ride all day every day without any aches or pains! You have to give it a a lot of respect though as things happen very fast on it, 100mph feels like 50mph!
Had one then got a 2020 H2 SX SE, just better all round, sold it after 3 yrs from new and picked up a ZX12R, thats one you should look at tbh. ZX11 I have will be kept forever :)
Great bike. The best is it wasn't built to be a street legal race bike. Ergos are great. Seat on my 2009 is fantastic. Hours in the saddle and you will not have a problem. The zx14 is very docile to ride as long as you have the ability to be careful with that right hand. There is no need for power modes since this is very predictable. Had not been riding for over 20 years and my last bike was a yamaha fz600. No problems with getting back to riding with the zx14. And so happy to have proper displays... No digital garbage. There is no replacing in seeing those needles sweeping away. Street riding is fantastic. You always have power no matter the gear or speed you are going. No reving the hell out of the bike to get into the "power band". Living where there tends to be a fair amount of wind in the foothills of the rocky mountains the weight and size of this machine is most welcome. One word to describe the zx14 would be "perfect".
I owned 2 Zxr14r , there simply a Fantastic bike , I rode all the 1000cc Not owned , because there all to Small , don't like Bumpy roads , I Rode 400 km , on Sunday on the 14r , it one of the best , if not the Best , end of story Ps Harley Davison don't even Get a mention 😉
There will come a time, maybe only a year or two from now, where the ZX14R/ZZR1400 will not be available. And people won't believe that a Sportbike/Hyper-Bike was available with an engine that large. And those who wait will lament not having bought one new. This has been my dream bike, since the 2nd Gen. was released in 2012. I was able to buy mine brand new, last year, and it's everything I was expecting (and more!) Should there be a 3rd Gen. ZX-14R, I will be on the waiting list! Can you imagine a supercharged 'ZH-14R'? Alas, it is probably not to be. This is probably the end for the great 'King of the Quarter Mile'. The ZX-14R is the equivalent of the Shelby Mustangs, the Camaro SS and other muscle-cars in the late 1960's, just before the gas crisis hit, and all cars got anemic 4 and 6 cylinder engines! Look around you. It's happening right now! Get one while you still have a chance!
I owned a 2007 ZX14 that had all the extra go fast bits 😈 Few bikes later im on a ZH2. Both awesome bikes, but if i had both and had to get rid of one, the ZX14 would be staying 👍
Will be purchasing one in the next couple of weeks, been riding nigh on 35 years so I've been through all sorts of retro and contemporary mega beasts, so I'm really looking forward having one of these steeds. Great vids, they were instrumental in my decision. 👌
@@idk_bud cheers, my budget won't allow me to buy new but I'm certainly in the ball park for a low mileage gen 2, got my eye on a few. Let the money elves work their magic post haste!!
Another great video. all people want to go on about is the new stuff but at the end of the day these bikes still knock the socks off of most bikes. Personally there are a lot of bikes out there which are now very quick but i find my zzr does everything so well .but that power and torque is just epic .
I have always love Kawasaki motorcycles, having own 5 of them, as a small guy at 5'4", there is not 1 that I do not enjoy. Eliminator 250, ZX-7RR, Vulcan 800, Ninja 400 & Ninja 1000 SX, not 1 too heavy or too big & they all have good ergonomics 👍 I m surely gona checkout this ZX-14 at the dealer soon
Hi Goblin. Yammie noob, doesn't pay the beast with the respect it deserves, because he's a BUSA BOI... The fractions controls do make a difference, I will need to watch your video to see what happened, put your power mode on Hi and turn the traction off, ride it hard... Then, put your power mode on low and traction on 3 try and ride it hard ..the excelleration is awful.. Keep up the content, I love it.. Zzr1400.. The best all round bike. .. Went to Oulton Park bsb yesterday, what an event.. Speaking to a zzr1400 owner, had his 4 years, will never get rid of his bike.. Still loves It.. People who own these bikes, you can see the pride in their eyes..
I see the problem. You listened to Yammie or whatever his handle is. I watched him and his sidekick do a review of the gen3 busa. They appeared to not know what downshifting and a powerband is. I seen some other nonsense that I know wasn't correct on his site.
@@muhammadsteinberg Hi there, He's not really a fan of the gen 3 Busa.. Personally, I think it's the better looking out of all the Busas, as normally, they're ugly as hell. I do watch and listen to a lot of bike channels, whether I agree with them or not, boils down to what they say. I don't agree with everything Yammie says, but he does put out some good content, every other channel speaks high of the zzr1400, same as I don't agree with everything said in this channel, doesn't make it a bad channel. In fact I love this channel, as it specialises in my favourite motorbike.
@@snakeman9902 Having once owned a 78 Kz1000 and 86 gsxr1100 I have no choice but to like the busa and zx14. They're both great bikes. Kind of disappointed in how kawasaki did the engine case on the zx14 though.
@@muhammadsteinberg I like most large sport tourers, prefer then to look more sport than tourer though. If you're looking at the fastest sport tourers then I agree, however, the gen 1 and 2 Busas in my opinion are just ugly, the bikes have to have a certain look as well as being able to do their job for me.. So. I try to get a good all rounder, in my opinion comfort. Speed. Handling and looks is what the zzr1400 covers.
🤣🤣🤣🤣 love the intro....me still a Busa man, having owned 09 Busa...but I would still love to own the ZZR1400, its beautiful and powerful...cant go wrong with either a ZZR or a Busa...agreed it's still a Busa killer by a fraction and its definitely more comfortable than a Busa
Just picked up my 2022 model 2 April. I have not strung together so many religious words and curse words together in a very long time inside of my helmet. Im in love all over again. Now for her list of upgrades......
Yep, got one, it's fantastic, had a cbr1000rr for 10years, great bike but power delivery on zzr1400 is something else, cbr was good but you had to work it. Great channel.
Have a 2007 Fireblade which is enough for me, but if i was going to get something bigger, id probably get one of these, second hand prices are very fair for what you get.
If you're buying used be sure to consider an older year because face it, with over 200 horsepower and over 100 Ft-Lbs torque you're going to be going VERY fast before you notice the difference. I think the Busa is simply cooler, but when it came to buying one I quickly changed my mind and got the Kawi. Much better deals to be had on nicer, lower mile, old guy owned bikes versus a Busa of the same year which usually have been beaten half to death, dropped, and poorly rebuilt and modded by some 20 year old squid. With the ZX-14R (ZZR) being faster and cheaper than a Busa on top of everything (very comfortable too) it really was a no brainer. It's practically my first street bike, and hopefully the last one I need.
I say mine is a sport touring bike with the emphasis heavily on sport. I've ridden it from Michigan to Texas for the MotoGP races. Ridden 600 miles to get to great roads, then tore em up for a couple days and rode home. Have saddlebags and a trunk and I can put in 12 hour days in the sadlle no problem. All I did was the small risers, a corbin seat, and a taller windscreen for comfort. A tire change makes all the difference in handling in the world on these - the stock tires were horrible. I run Michelin Road 5's and they transformed the bike. 100% this is an expert only bike - I've been riding for 40 years and had my ama road racing license back in the 80's. This is the only bike I've ever ridden that takes my breath away if I'm away from it for even a couple weeks. But as long as you have the experience it's easy to ride. You just have to have a plan before you pull that trigger because the rate of acceleration at WOT can easily get ahead of you. Unleashing the beast is not to be taken lightly!
Yes Sir. I had a all Black 2016 ZX14R SE. I was riding mini bikes at a very young age and street bikes at 16 yrs old. But the ZX14R SE . Would even scare me at times going at hyper speed. Nothing could run with it. Or catch it. I have a 2017 Concours now .. But I really miss the ZX14R. AND Love the 2024 40th Anniversary Edition ZX14R.. The color is really race looking ready.
This bike really perks up with a few mods: aftermarket exhaust of your choice, race air filter, Michelin Road 5s, and a good flash of the ECU. Healtech quick shifter is the icing on the cake!
Most riders on 1000cc’s give Zx14r a bad reputation, I think first because the have never ridden one and second because they have been probably humiliated by a zx14r at one point ..as my friend paulkmaster (youtuber) who owns a zx14r says , nothin can catch you on the streets with a zx14r … the way it puts power to the ground … nothing compares to it …
Some noob in a ferrari wanted to race a ZZR1400 :)).....Safe to say that it couldn't :)) Very few people talk about Kawasaki's...... Probably because they aren't in fashion as other bikes they obliterate. Seen one this sunday and it was roaring like crazy ....lovely sound, but my ears are going to take a beating on touring (better than touring with some harley's at least).
Well, some of the so-called bike enthusiasts today really don't impress me, nor am I taking any advice as well, I was riding MC when I was 6, and I've seen firsthand the problems with them, Hondas weren't bad, but Kawasaki was the leader in performance, comfort, reliability, handling with the fastest bikes around, triples 500, 750 H2, 900, 1000, & 1100, I've owned them all & did all the tricks & making them faster, the 750 H2 stock would eat the 900 stock light to light & to this day I consider the Kawasaki # 1 from any bike today, yes I've owned Norton, BSA, Pan, Shovel & Triump but the Kawasaki is my best favorite & I think that most people don't nor Will admit it, I'm have 62 years riding & will continue on ❤😊
I had a 2009 special edition ZX14 and it was the best bike I ever owned to date! Looking at getting the 40th anniversary ZX14, as I don’t currently have a bike 😢
In my mind for those three: Best street rider: ZX-14 (Most usable torque and comfort, but lacking in tech, will feel heavy at slow speeds) Best track bike: SK1 (Screaming engine, loads of race tech, most lightweight) More reliable track bike: ZX-10 (Screaming engine, loads more tech then the ZX-14) Honestly, it really depends on what you want to use it for. If it's only street riding, then the ZX-14 will be the way to go. If you plan to do some track days, then it has to be one of the other two. Although I will note the torque feeling from the ZX-14 will totally blow the others out the water. I hope that helps, let me know what you think after test riding the 14 and 10 👍
The best all round road bike ive owned ,doubled my time in the saddle before getting tired, full set of panniers and ive got a great touring bike with misses on the back in comfort ,take the panniers off and it time to play and laugh like a insane man into my helmet as the revs rise .the only sport bike ive had that doesnt mind if you just want to cruise ,tour or really piss off super cars ,its not a monster unless you want it to be and the misses thinks it was the sensible option,, who needs a super charger
Great review, I also have this bike and the ZH2. Unfortunately I've been spoiled by the cruise control, and quick shifter on the ZH2. I still think the ZX14R is a great bike, but at 65 years old I can ride the other bike longer without wrist problems.
Fortunately for me, I find my ZZR600 to be very comfortable as a sport tourer, even after hours of riding, as their riding position is nowhere near as aggressive as the ZX supersports.
I'm no spring chicken but this bike is and has been ,since it's gen1 the best sports tourer ever ! I've a gen2 now had it around 6years and can't bare the thought of gettin shot of !!! I'm 68 and was on a full change of hips knees till the Tory party put paid 2 the full set of operations but where there's a will ,as they say ? this bike is irreplaceable even allowing 4 bias ,the lad talking about the bike has got it reet ! Carefull and unobstructed thinking at all times taking the comfort and power in2 consideration what it is and listen 2 the lad riding it ! He's reet 👍👏😁😉
The best sounding motorcycle is the aprilla rsv4, hands down. Listen to that beast. Second runner up is the 1980 honda cbx1000, old bike, but man, listen to that roar. lmk how you like em.
I have a 2017 Z1000SX but I’m in love with the 2008 ZZR14…possible business in view for 6200€.. I’m little undecided.. looking for answers… any advise ?
Isent your own bike the best bike? I have 2. 1 nice one and 1 project bike. Both are different but they are mine. They are THE BEST bikes. Same counts for you. YOUR bike is the best bike. Just love the bearings out of it!!
Honest question for anybody who has tried this, but how does the ergonomics compare against a ZX12R B model? I'm looking to chop in my Fazer Thou and R1 for a sports tourer, but the R1 holds too much of a sentimental value to me, whereas the Fazer was always a winter hack. I lusted after a 12R for some time, but may look into the ZZR1400
Just picked up a mint 2020 model (not easy to find now). Shame they killed this bike under euro emissions. Thanks for your content I’ve been binging it. Had hayabusas for years but they are getting a bit uncomfortable for me.
I really enjoy my 2011 C14. As fast as any on the street, where 10 thousand plus rpm blasts aren't practical. It'll come out from under you if you're not careful, wheelies in 3rd gear at 30 mph. It's a great bike... just saying.
Had them all you wont want any other bike after riding these .since had mine I dont take my other bikes out .theres only one u need zzr1400 top bike nothing touches it in comfort smile factor and looks
How long do you think people will still be able to find good, used ZZR1400s? Context: new rider, trained on MT-07s at bike school, and my dream bike to work towards (once I rack up enough years and ride time) is a ZZR1400. Was gutted to find out it has been discontinued. (Note: will get something like a Z650 or an MT-07 as my first bike)
The ZZR has a cable throttle, right? It all comes from there. Smooth as the rider, predictable, DIRECT. What more could we ask for? Exactly the same on my CB650R, by the way (except like half the power). No need for electronics (AND LATENCY) where they don't belong.
Quackin' booshit I tell you. I have an MT09 and I'm hankering for a rocket again. However, I live in the states so we can actually use the power occasionally. Busa IS a great bike also, disappointed in the new one though. Best sounding engine is the cp4 yamaha puts in R1 and MT10. Put a good exhaust on it and NOTHING sounds better.
Earlier this summer I decided it was time for another bike so I’ve been looking the right one to show up I’ve had a super naked on my mind something like a mt10/9 superduke gsxs1k and one day I come across a nice low mileage black 06 zx14. The 14 hadn’t crossed my mind until then it was close to home so I hopped on my bike and went to look at it and was able to take it out for 25 min or so and that’s all it took to become absolutely hooked. It does everything well with one complaint how hot they run and how much radiant heat they put off in traffic other than that I can only say good things about the big Kawasaki. Oh yea one last complaint I found that I couldn’t stop saying things like damn it holy shit that thing is fast.
Over 8 years on my ZX14R 2012 Gen II and still going strong.
those machines are awesome
I'm 71 and have a 2011zx14. 1st bike was a mach 3 in 1972. Still have the need for speed!
My 2022 zx14r is the best bike I've owned., love it!!!!
My 2018 model is the best. I also have 2018 zx10r and the comfort level is non comparable. The only thing I wish the 14r had was cruise control. But for the record I love your content. Keep putting it out here. Zx14r by far is the best SPORT BIKE on the market.
I've got a green 2018. I can ride till the fuel gets low. Where asy old R1 and SP1 and SP2. I could only ride till my bum would last.
@MrBrentles some thing wrong with you bum then ?
For Australian Roads it needs a Turbo Kit. Like on my 1800 Corolla-
I have a 2013 ZX 14 and it's by far the best bike I've ever had
You nailed it, it will always be the busa killer by miles!!
Yah ok sure..
I like this bike but I prefer Suzuki Hayabusa 🤷. Both are great bikes anyway
Always has been the Busa killer ever since it came out…
@@liv0003 Same here! I've always wanted a gen 1 Busa, I think they look great, and c'mon they're Iconic, but after doing some research I went with the ZZR (ZX-14R) because it checks some personal boxes better than the Busa- More low end torque, comfort, and less unwanted attention. They're also usually cheaper, less owners, better taken care of/ better condition, and unmolested by eBay parts (not stretched and slammed scraping on the ground) I also found out that, for some weird reason, it's around a quarter of the price of my 05 Gixxer 1K to insure. That might be a fluke though.
Damn right busa killer!!!
Have now done 16000 miles on my 2020 ZZR1400. Last week 868 mile ride from The Cotswolds to Edinburgh & return. No Motorways. 2-nights accommodation. 21-Hrs in the saddle. AWESOME machine, roads & scenery. ❤ my ZZR1400. Previously owned a 2014 ZZR1400 & 2-ZZR1100’s
ZX14R is one of most reliable bike. Owned 2007 model and it does get even single rust. It is amazing that there is no any leakage on 15 years old bike.
Just picked up a 2023 Zx14R because of this channel can't tell you how much I already love this bike, everything you have said about this bike is true.................Thank you.
Was 2023 the last ever model year for the ZX-14R? Did they discontinue it?!
@@mustafashulqamy1844 there will be a 2024 Anniversary edition (lime green, white & blue stripes) in America. $17,200
I also have a 2018. I recently traded my ZX6R in so I could get it and I thought I would miss my 6R a lot more, but the 14R really does handle SO well for its size! I daily drive my bikes and I'm really enjoying the whole experience so far.
I definitely agree this bike should get more attention and credit. I knew almost nothing about them before I bought mine.
Past my test in April 21 and had a GSX1250 FA sat waiting. I had it for about 3 months then instantly traded it in for a ZZR1400. Covered around 15,000 miles and this bad boy ain't going anywhere. What a machine.
I've had 13 years of riding the zzr1400 and have both gens 1 and 2 they're such a great all-rounder it's hard to find anything else that comes close they're an awesome bike.
Can you please tell me what is the diference between zzr 1400 gen 1 and gen2?
@Ninja Zx10R the Gen 2 has an increased engine capability to 1441cc , traction control, slipper clutch, twin cooling fans slightly longer wheelbase and they do a performance sport model which includes olhins rear shock and front brembo brakes with braided brake lines and the front end styling changed from separate lights on the gen 1 and the side engine fairing for ventilation probably missed something but they're both great bikes
@@paulknowleszzr thx bro 😃
Had my ZZR1400 for 2 years now and can't think of any other bike I'd swap it for. It looks menacing, goes like the clappers and i can ride all day every day without any aches or pains! You have to give it a a lot of respect though as things happen very fast on it, 100mph feels like 50mph!
Had one then got a 2020 H2 SX SE, just better all round, sold it after 3 yrs from new and picked up a ZX12R, thats one you should look at tbh. ZX11 I have will be kept forever :)
RZ 350 is quite nice 😂😢-
I’ve enjoyed my hayabusa these last 5 years, but time to try a zx14r.
Absolute Legend. Got one and love every ride.
Great bike. The best is it wasn't built to be a street legal race bike. Ergos are great. Seat on my 2009 is fantastic. Hours in the saddle and you will not have a problem. The zx14 is very docile to ride as long as you have the ability to be careful with that right hand. There is no need for power modes since this is very predictable. Had not been riding for over 20 years and my last bike was a yamaha fz600. No problems with getting back to riding with the zx14. And so happy to have proper displays... No digital garbage. There is no replacing in seeing those needles sweeping away. Street riding is fantastic. You always have power no matter the gear or speed you are going. No reving the hell out of the bike to get into the "power band". Living where there tends to be a fair amount of wind in the foothills of the rocky mountains the weight and size of this machine is most welcome. One word to describe the zx14 would be "perfect".
Absolutely this bike deserves the credit you give it!! Congrats on the video!! Keep it up!!
Recently own a ZZR. It's a dream bike to me. Can't stop riding with this beast! Love every single moment with it!
I owned 2 Zxr14r , there simply a
Fantastic bike , I rode all the 1000cc
Not owned , because there all to
Small , don't like Bumpy roads , I
Rode 400 km , on Sunday on the
14r , it one of the best , if not the
Best , end of story
Ps Harley Davison don't even
Get a mention 😉
There will come a time, maybe only a year or two from now, where the ZX14R/ZZR1400 will not be available. And people won't believe that a Sportbike/Hyper-Bike was available with an engine that large.
And those who wait will lament not having bought one new.
This has been my dream bike, since the 2nd Gen. was released in 2012. I was able to buy mine brand new, last year, and it's everything I was expecting (and more!) Should there be a 3rd Gen. ZX-14R, I will be on the waiting list! Can you imagine a supercharged 'ZH-14R'?
Alas, it is probably not to be. This is probably the end for the great 'King of the Quarter Mile'.
The ZX-14R is the equivalent of the Shelby Mustangs, the Camaro SS and other muscle-cars in the late 1960's, just before the gas crisis hit, and all cars got anemic 4 and 6 cylinder engines! Look around you. It's happening right now!
Get one while you still have a chance!
I owned a 2007 ZX14 that had all the extra go fast bits 😈 Few bikes later im on a ZH2. Both awesome bikes, but if i had both and had to get rid of one, the ZX14 would be staying 👍
Will be purchasing one in the next couple of weeks, been riding nigh on 35 years so I've been through all sorts of retro and contemporary mega beasts, so I'm really looking forward having one of these steeds. Great vids, they were instrumental in my decision. 👌
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I just bought the 2022…. Worth every penny man
@@idk_bud cheers, my budget won't allow me to buy new but I'm certainly in the ball park for a low mileage gen 2, got my eye on a few. Let the money elves work their magic post haste!!
Owned 2 zzr 14 now looking for my third..😉
Another great video. all people want to go on about is the new stuff but at the end of the day these bikes still knock the socks off of most bikes. Personally there are a lot of bikes out there which are now very quick but i find my zzr does everything so well .but that power and torque is just epic .
I own a 2008 zx14 and i dont ever want another bike . They are like you say ,the total package !🤜👍
I had a 2007. Best bike I ever owned. Now i ride a 170cc scooter but i still miss that bikel.
Just a minute - why you ride a 170 scooter ?😢
Order from her indoors ?
I have always love Kawasaki motorcycles, having own 5 of them, as a small guy at 5'4", there is not 1 that I do not enjoy. Eliminator 250, ZX-7RR, Vulcan 800, Ninja 400 & Ninja 1000 SX, not 1 too heavy or too big & they all have good ergonomics 👍
I m surely gona checkout this ZX-14 at the dealer soon
it does deserve the hall of fame, i know as i have one
I was looking to buy one,only few available in uk though. Noone is selling.
Hi Goblin.
Yammie noob, doesn't pay the beast with the respect it deserves, because he's a BUSA BOI...
The fractions controls do make a difference, I will need to watch your video to see what happened, put your power mode on Hi and turn the traction off, ride it hard... Then, put your power mode on low and traction on 3 try and ride it hard ..the excelleration is awful..
Keep up the content, I love it..
Zzr1400.. The best all round bike.
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Went to Oulton Park bsb yesterday, what an event.. Speaking to a zzr1400 owner, had his 4 years, will never get rid of his bike.. Still loves
It.. People who own these bikes, you can see the pride in their eyes..
I see the problem. You listened to Yammie or whatever his handle is.
I watched him and his sidekick do a review of the gen3 busa. They appeared to not know what downshifting and a powerband is. I seen some other nonsense that I know wasn't correct on his site.
@@muhammadsteinberg Hi there,
He's not really a fan of the gen 3 Busa.. Personally, I think it's the better looking out of all the Busas, as normally, they're ugly as hell.
I do watch and listen to a lot of bike channels, whether I agree with them or not, boils down to what they say. I don't agree with everything Yammie says, but he does put out some good content, every other channel speaks high of the zzr1400, same as I don't agree with everything said in this channel, doesn't make it a bad channel. In fact I love this channel, as it specialises in my favourite motorbike.
@@snakeman9902 Having once owned a 78 Kz1000 and 86 gsxr1100 I have no choice but to like the busa and zx14. They're both great bikes. Kind of disappointed in how kawasaki did the engine case on the zx14 though.
@@muhammadsteinberg I like most large sport tourers, prefer then to look more sport than tourer though. If you're looking at the fastest sport tourers then I agree, however, the gen 1 and 2 Busas in my opinion are just ugly, the bikes have to have a certain look as well as being able to do their job for me..
So. I try to get a good all rounder, in my opinion comfort. Speed. Handling and looks is what the zzr1400 covers.
Truly an awesome bike I’ve been lucky to have ridden 2 i still have my 2017 sports performance she’s amazing
🤣🤣🤣🤣 love the intro....me still a Busa man, having owned 09 Busa...but I would still love to own the ZZR1400, its beautiful and powerful...cant go wrong with either a ZZR or a Busa...agreed it's still a Busa killer by a fraction and its definitely more comfortable than a Busa
Just picked up my 2022 model 2 April. I have not strung together so many religious words and curse words together in a very long time inside of my helmet. Im in love all over again. Now for her list of upgrades......
Yep, got one, it's fantastic, had a cbr1000rr for 10years, great bike but power delivery on zzr1400 is something else, cbr was good but you had to work it. Great channel.
I agree man.
Have a 2007 Fireblade which is enough for me, but if i was going to get something bigger, id probably get one of these, second hand prices are very fair for what you get.
No TFT display?
AWESOME !!!!!
I much prefer an analogue display.
For me it's one of, if not the greatest modern motorcycle ever made. However I also love the Hayabusa, and the Honda Blackbird, amongst others.
If you're buying used be sure to consider an older year because face it, with over 200 horsepower and over 100 Ft-Lbs torque you're going to be going VERY fast before you notice the difference. I think the Busa is simply cooler, but when it came to buying one I quickly changed my mind and got the Kawi. Much better deals to be had on nicer, lower mile, old guy owned bikes versus a Busa of the same year which usually have been beaten half to death, dropped, and poorly rebuilt and modded by some 20 year old squid. With the ZX-14R (ZZR) being faster and cheaper than a Busa on top of everything (very comfortable too) it really was a no brainer. It's practically my first street bike, and hopefully the last one I need.
I own a 07 Hayabusa. Love it. And still I have the utmost respect for this machine. ZZR1400 is a legend too.
Same here, i have a 2006, love it, everything he said, handling, performance, experience etc could be applied to the Busa. Both awesome bikes.
I also have a 07 busa. Would love to pick up a ZZR 1400 also but would never get get rid of my busa.. Just would love to have BOTH top dawgs..
I say mine is a sport touring bike with the emphasis heavily on sport. I've ridden it from Michigan to Texas for the MotoGP races. Ridden 600 miles to get to great roads, then tore em up for a couple days and rode home. Have saddlebags and a trunk and I can put in 12 hour days in the sadlle no problem. All I did was the small risers, a corbin seat, and a taller windscreen for comfort. A tire change makes all the difference in handling in the world on these - the stock tires were horrible. I run Michelin Road 5's and they transformed the bike.
100% this is an expert only bike - I've been riding for 40 years and had my ama road racing license back in the 80's. This is the only bike I've ever ridden that takes my breath away if I'm away from it for even a couple weeks. But as long as you have the experience it's easy to ride. You just have to have a plan before you pull that trigger because the rate of acceleration at WOT can easily get ahead of you. Unleashing the beast is not to be taken lightly!
As always, your video commentaries are spot on 👍👍👍🏅🏅🏅
Love this bike, but I'm a Kawasaki fan boy. Ninjas, Zs, H2s I love them all.
🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣took a s#+t and put 2 wheels on it LMFAO hahahahaha!! Great vid mate!
Yes Sir.
I had a all Black 2016 ZX14R SE. I was riding mini bikes at a very young age and street bikes at 16 yrs old. But the ZX14R SE . Would even scare me at times going at hyper speed. Nothing could run with it. Or catch it. I have a 2017 Concours now .. But I really miss the ZX14R. AND Love the 2024 40th Anniversary Edition ZX14R.. The color is really race looking ready.
This bike really perks up with a few mods: aftermarket exhaust of your choice, race air filter, Michelin Road 5s, and a good flash of the ECU. Healtech quick shifter is the icing on the cake!
This will be my next bike. I currently have been commuting on a ZZR 1200 for about 5 years and I am looking for an upgrade
The legendary beast so glad to own one
Another excellent episode
love the Goblin clone and arguing with yourself. *Classic* :) You should keep him around... He makes some good points :D
Most riders on 1000cc’s give Zx14r a bad reputation, I think first because the have never ridden one and second because they have been probably humiliated by a zx14r at one point ..as my friend paulkmaster (youtuber) who owns a zx14r says , nothin can catch you on the streets with a zx14r … the way it puts power to the ground … nothing compares to it …
Some noob in a ferrari wanted to race a ZZR1400 :)).....Safe to say that it couldn't :))
Very few people talk about Kawasaki's...... Probably because they aren't in fashion as other bikes they obliterate.
Seen one this sunday and it was roaring like crazy ....lovely sound, but my ears are going to take a beating on touring (better than touring with some harley's at least).
Well, some of the so-called bike enthusiasts today really don't impress me, nor am I taking any advice as well, I was riding MC when I was 6, and I've seen firsthand the problems with them, Hondas weren't bad, but Kawasaki was the leader in performance, comfort, reliability, handling with the fastest bikes around, triples 500, 750 H2,
900, 1000, & 1100, I've owned them all & did all the tricks & making them faster, the 750 H2 stock would eat the 900 stock light to light & to this day I consider the Kawasaki # 1 from any bike today, yes I've owned Norton, BSA, Pan, Shovel & Triump but the Kawasaki is my best favorite & I think that most people don't nor Will admit it, I'm have 62 years riding & will continue on ❤😊
Stunning bike, I'm sooo close to buying one :))
Yamaha R6 and R1M sound very good also. R6: Smooth, even and pleasing to the ears. R1M: BRUTAL!
I had a 2009 special edition ZX14 and it was the best bike I ever owned to date!
Looking at getting the 40th anniversary ZX14, as I don’t currently have a bike 😢
Fast motor bikes and white powders have for decades always shared some common features. Nothing changes.
Literally stuck in between the 14 and a 10 and s1k 😭 don’t know what to get. Already test rode a s1k and was pleased but not kawasakis yet
In my mind for those three:
Best street rider: ZX-14 (Most usable torque and comfort, but lacking in tech, will feel heavy at slow speeds)
Best track bike: SK1 (Screaming engine, loads of race tech, most lightweight)
More reliable track bike: ZX-10 (Screaming engine, loads more tech then the ZX-14)
Honestly, it really depends on what you want to use it for. If it's only street riding, then the ZX-14 will be the way to go. If you plan to do some track days, then it has to be one of the other two.
Although I will note the torque feeling from the ZX-14 will totally blow the others out the water.
I hope that helps, let me know what you think after test riding the 14 and 10 👍
The best all round road bike ive owned ,doubled my time in the saddle before getting tired, full set of panniers and ive got a great touring bike with misses on the back in comfort ,take the panniers off and it time to play and laugh like a insane man into my helmet as the revs rise .the only sport bike ive had that doesnt mind if you just want to cruise ,tour or really piss off super cars ,its not a monster unless you want it to be and the misses thinks it was the sensible option,, who needs a super charger
Yes indeed it’s the best bike I’ve owned. On my second 14R and have its fat brother the GTR1400
For me the best sounding is the Honda cbr 1000 rr Fireblade. The sound of the zzr 1400 is nearly equal to the gtr 1400.
Yeah, I cant get enough of it
I have a 2018 Zx-14R with shorty voodoo slip ons and removed the baffles lol. It is insanely loud.
Great review, I also have this bike and the ZH2. Unfortunately I've been spoiled by the cruise control, and quick shifter on the ZH2. I still think the ZX14R is a great bike, but at 65 years old I can ride the other bike longer without wrist problems.
RCW588 is definitely the best sounding bike I've heard!
Yes, we only really need to discuss whether to have the golden green one or the sombre black version
I own a concours 08 and it is a beast I can’t imagine the zzr 1400. Also I owned a zzr 1200 and that was crazy
The ultimate obnoxious exhaust is HD iron 883 with Vance and Hines 😂. Picked them up as soon as I could afford.
Had gen2 hayabusa but my 21 plate zzr1400 is a better bike and you feel it has a big powerful presence when you are out on it 😁
Fortunately for me, I find my ZZR600 to be very comfortable as a sport tourer, even after hours of riding, as their riding position is nowhere near as aggressive as the ZX supersports.
2023 in America I can still buy it new 2023 zx-14r and I totally see a day, not too distant, when it will be worth double what I can buy it for today.
This has always been my dream bike but for some reason I bought a Hayabusa. Now I'm a lowlife Busa Boi 😔
I'm no spring chicken but this bike is and has been ,since it's gen1 the best sports tourer ever ! I've a gen2 now had it around 6years and can't bare the thought of gettin shot of !!! I'm 68 and was on a full change of hips knees till the Tory party put paid 2 the full set of operations but where there's a will ,as they say ? this bike is irreplaceable even allowing 4 bias ,the lad talking about the bike has got it reet ! Carefull and unobstructed thinking at all times taking the comfort and power in2 consideration what it is and listen 2 the lad riding it ! He's reet 👍👏😁😉
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Out of 30+ bikes,, by far the best I've owned. Speed demon
i need this in my life, i just wish their paint schemes looked better like the busa
The best sounding motorcycle is the aprilla rsv4, hands down. Listen to that beast. Second runner up is the 1980 honda cbx1000, old bike, but man, listen to that roar. lmk how you like em.
I own ZX 14 R Kawasaki Ninja 2019 ..I love my beast
Love it
my dream bike since 1990 💚🖤
Yeah my dream to i got my last month is a great ride that my baby
I have a 2017 Z1000SX but I’m in love with the 2008 ZZR14…possible business in view for 6200€.. I’m little undecided.. looking for answers… any advise ?
What year is the one in this video? Gotta Luv Green!
totally agree
Imo my favorite sounding motorcycle is the Yamaha R1m
Isent your own bike the best bike? I have 2.
1 nice one and 1 project bike. Both are different but they are mine. They are THE BEST bikes. Same counts for you. YOUR bike is the best bike. Just love the bearings out of it!!
Superr
The only other motorcycle sound that I enjoy as much as my ZX-14R is my YZ250...because BRAPPPP!
I think the 14 is a good investment
For the price may go up for one in the future
Honest question for anybody who has tried this, but how does the ergonomics compare against a ZX12R B model? I'm looking to chop in my Fazer Thou and R1 for a sports tourer, but the R1 holds too much of a sentimental value to me, whereas the Fazer was always a winter hack. I lusted after a 12R for some time, but may look into the ZZR1400
I learned to ride on a 2021 Electra glide. Honestly do y’all think I can handle this bike or should I start with a ninja 1000sx?
Just picked up a mint 2020 model (not easy to find now). Shame they killed this bike under euro emissions. Thanks for your content I’ve been binging it. Had hayabusas for years but they are getting a bit uncomfortable for me.
I really enjoy my 2011 C14. As fast as any on the street, where 10 thousand plus rpm blasts aren't practical. It'll come out from under you if you're not careful, wheelies in 3rd gear at 30 mph.
It's a great bike... just saying.
Had them all you wont want any other bike after riding these .since had mine I dont take my other bikes out .theres only one u need zzr1400 top bike nothing touches it in comfort smile factor and looks
That intro..😂
How long do you think people will still be able to find good, used ZZR1400s? Context: new rider, trained on MT-07s at bike school, and my dream bike to work towards (once I rack up enough years and ride time) is a ZZR1400. Was gutted to find out it has been discontinued. (Note: will get something like a Z650 or an MT-07 as my first bike)
The ZZR sounds ok but NOTHING beats the sound of a Honda CBX 1100 or a Kawasaki GPZ 750 Turbo. I've owned both and NOTHING compares.
After everything, the only thing this bike actually needs is cruise control. Other than that shes perfect
The ZZR has a cable throttle, right? It all comes from there. Smooth as the rider, predictable, DIRECT. What more could we ask for?
Exactly the same on my CB650R, by the way (except like half the power). No need for electronics (AND LATENCY) where they don't belong.
That first pass you did in the video should of been faster on a ZX14R, MUCH FASTER!!! I can't take you seriously otherwise
Quackin' booshit I tell you. I have an MT09 and I'm hankering for a rocket again. However, I live in the states so we can actually use the power occasionally. Busa IS a great bike also, disappointed in the new one though. Best sounding engine is the cp4 yamaha puts in R1 and MT10. Put a good exhaust on it and NOTHING sounds better.
The best sounding bike ever is a Suzuki TL1000R. Nothing can match an old school v-twin.
Earlier this summer I decided it was time for another bike so I’ve been looking the right one to show up I’ve had a super naked on my mind something like a mt10/9 superduke gsxs1k and one day I come across a nice low mileage black 06 zx14. The 14 hadn’t crossed my mind until then it was close to home so I hopped on my bike and went to look at it and was able to take it out for 25 min or so and that’s all it took to become absolutely hooked. It does everything well with one complaint how hot they run and how much radiant heat they put off in traffic other than that I can only say good things about the big Kawasaki. Oh yea one last complaint I found that I couldn’t stop saying things like damn it holy shit that thing is fast.
Zx10r i zx14r 🏋♂️🤴
In which country this video was shoot?
UK
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