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Keep the Z man, I just recently picked up a z125 and it's a compliment bike to my Ducati 899. It's perfect for hooning around and grabbing groceries, having a bike that doesn't take itself so serious is amazing.
Now that I have the Ninja 400, I don't put as many miles on it, but I love knowing it's there. It's a great bike for different reasons than a big bike. I think you just have to own one to really understand it.
I'm debating getting my first bike this and the Grom. It's my first bike. I'm pretty sure dude and will drive after work to school. Whis is only a few blocks away.
After several decades of motorcycle hiatus, I decided, at age 73, to buy for myself a motorcycle for my 74th birthday (I'm 75 now). After MUCH research, I bought a 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400, KRT edition (lime green and black - very "purdy"), and I've been LOVING it. Now the smaller bikes are fascinating me, and I've decided, thanks to you (and many others) to purchase the Z125, after all, when I receive my stimulus money, I need to stimulate a Kawasaki dealer. Kawasaki Kid (the only sport bike/crotch rocket rider in my motorcycle club - I'm not old enough for a Harley ...)
I worked for a Harley dealership for a short time and rode my Z125 to work on a few occasions. The other employees would always say "When are you going to get a real bike?" to which I would reply "I prefer bikes that can make it to 40K miles without repairs for 1/10th the price"
Solid review. Usually, I don't much care for a "life story" part in a review, as I find it's usually inane but it worked well as an introduction in this video. Keep up the good work! 😀
I've always been very transparent about my riding skill level, and I've been filming the experience since day 1. So I felt like re-capping the last year not only offered my perspective and experience of the bike, but also all of the history of the channel. Glad you enjoyed it! More to come soon!
#notagrom It definitely added to the review and was certainly relevant information. I've seen other reviewers just throw in stuff to hear themselves talk and I'd always find myself thinking "good God, get to the point." So, yeah, you've earned a sub from me. It's also nice that you take time to respond to comments.
Awesome, thanks. I actually enjoy conversing with people, even if we disagree. I don't let the few negative comments deter me from interacting with my subs.
You handled the panic stoplight stop great actually. You stopped way before the line, didn't lay the bike down. You are actually suppose to practice such a stop from time to time and its on the driving exam in some states (most). Good job. From my understanding, skidding the rear wheel is allowed on the test and you will still pass.
I was lucky though, in the fact that I had no idea what I was doing. While I did a decent job, it was purely by accident that I did all of the right things. Lol
I love this video!! So informative!! I’m wanting to buy my first bike and this was in fact for sure the first bike I want to get, perfect for beginners and seems like a lot of fun to have and do! Sincerely, future Z125 pro rider c,:
I’m in a very similar situation. I’ve always wanted a bike but growing up I wasn’t aloud but now I want a Z125 or Grom to learn on. I definitely wanna go back and watch your vids to get your perspective as a beginner. All the other videos I’ve watched have been from experienced riders
I just sold my way bigger bike... I've kinda been thinking of picking one of these up, as 99.9% of my riding is in town/city riding. I like the idea of it not taking up room if I'm not using it...
Yes i did it, i bought the green 2017 this past weekend. Yay me ! The first night i put on the hindle exhaust.. It came with the led flush mount front signals, rear fender eliminator, sesquintial blinker/tail light and the green shorty levers for $2800 :)
Just got my 1st bike which is a z125. I didn’t like the green when I first was seeing pictures of it but it grew on me also, it’s visible towards other drivers and has a biker, you want to be visible
I looked at these hard but ended up with a rebel 250 for half the price. I don't care about stunts or speed and the rebel just seemed like an overall more practical choice. Ride safe!
every bike iv ever owned hated going from top gear or even close to top gear to first at lights. the trick is to engage the clutch lightly in each gear as your going down them.
They are great bikes. I just released a couple new videos of me riding this one in Austin Texas. Be sure to check those out, and thanks for the support!
wow, never heard anyone downplay taking MSF course, but I know not everyone can afford it. That being said in the U.S. motorcycles are a luxury for the most part so I feel having gear and taking courses makes sense. Although my libertarian side doesn't like this being made mandatory :) Surprisingly in CA, MSF course is not required! Anyway, I'm starting w/ the Ninja 400 b/c I want the power for Highway speeds.
Just food for thought.. If bikes were meant to downshift into first gear they would have put neutral below first gear. Think about it... why even apply all that torque to your gearbox? Yes I know it can be done properly but it’s completely unnecessary. I’ve been driving stick/manual cars for over 20 years I’ve downshifted into 1st gear maybe twice. Downshift into 2nd, ride the RPM’s down low then shift into neutral while braking.
Z125 Pro I’ve had mine for 10 months,I bought it cause I was a beginner and it’s great and forgiving to any riders of levels. What I hate is the mirrors keep loosing up, the delay of shifting at times (I have the bike in neutral and it cuts off) then downshifting it’ll show (-) and just having to shift to 4th gear in seconds. The throttle is sensitive,if not enough gas it’ll cut off too when starting. But what I like is the body style and it rides nicely. What’s funny is that I rode a Honda Grom and it felt better riding and using the shift. I’m looking to get my bigger bike this year can’t tell if Kawasaki or Suzuki. But definitely gonna give the Z125 5/10
It's the CEL. I think the AR developed a leak over time. Somewhere around the 2500 mile mark, the CEL came on and stayed on. 100 miles or less after installing the Empire exhaust, the light went off and hasn't come back on since.
I don't even like shifting down to 1st while coming to a light in traffic because it's too easy to go into neutral while shifting back into second. I found it easier to just take off from second to avoid the accidental neutral shift. What do you think about that? Z125 is my first bike too.
Mine stopped doing that after switching to Royal Purple 10w-40 Max Cycle. I never hit neutral going up, but on rare occasion it will slip into neutral when going down from 2nd to 1st. Which isn't near as big of a deal.
^This is true, I recently saw some local dealers selling brand new 2017's for $2400. I'd imagine in larger cities where there's more competition, they can get even cheaper.
Awesome review bro! it was very informative. I am currently looking at Z125, this review helps! Not sure if you run into this problem or not. I've heard taller people have issue with the handle bar hitting their knee when they are doing sharp turns.
I'm 6'3" and I haven't had that problem, but I've had aftermarket bars from day 1. You can easily and inexpensively replace the bars and rearsets, which will give you more leg room. I'm actually going to be upgrading to taller, wider bars in a few days. There will of course be a video of that install as well! Stay tuned!
#notagrom I was wondering how many miles you have on yours now I just got one with 1000 miles and I want to know if I’m going to run into any problems soon
Depends on what you plan on doing with it. If you're wanting it just to learn on so you can buy a bigger bike later, then you might as well buy a Ninja 400. Riding a Z and riding a big bike are two totally different types of riding. That said, if you actually want a mini because you think it's cool and plan on keeping it even after you get a big bike, then yeah. I'd get it first. That's what I did. I'd never get rid of my Z125. If anything, I'd get rid of my big bike before I got rid of the Z125.
I've heard a lot of bad things about Lucas oil. I would try RP and see if it helps: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000E2D6PK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
There isn't really a "transmission issue". That's just how Kawasaki's are. Ninja 400 is the exact same way. You get used to it and eventually learn how to deal with it.
Ninja 400 is faster, lighter, cheaper, and gets better MPG than the Honda 500's. Check out Motorcycle.com's lightweight bike shootout. They compare the Ninja 400 and CBR 500 (Same engine)
I got a Kawasaki z125, Yamaha r3 & r6. I get questioned more on the z125 than any of my Yamaha. I get looks on the Yamaha but people are more willing to talk to you in the z125.
If you think this transmission is clunky, you should ride some Yamahas. lol! Also, I wish mine was green... it would match my Connie 1400. I have the grey and it's a little drab.
If it's a downward push from nutral, then I have that down because of the Yamaha dt80 lc, you just press the shifted down like eight times, but I am also the idiot who didn't learn the muscle memory for the back brake pedal and bucked myself off it a couple of times. I'm looking at buying a Kawasaki z125 eventually because it's not as expensive as a Honda dual purpose bike, which would be similar to what I'm used to with the Yamaha I ride at my grandparents house.
In terms of oil, I've always been using Penzoil Platinum Plus on my car, one of the moat affordable synthetics out there. I did a fair amount of research & that was my conclusion, but it was all automotive based. Does anyone know if I should stay away from certain oils for motorcycles? Or as long as it's the right viscosity it's good?
I usually do what Tom said. Worked well in my Yamaha that I've put 47k miles on. However, I've got a Kymco Spade and can't find manufacturer specific oil for it easily. What I can say is to go by the API and weight rating the manufacturer recommends and use motorcycle specific oil compatible with a wet clutch. Many car oils are not.
You basically forced me to subscribe. I'm in the exact same position with family saying a bike is forbidden. I'ma just move out in a couple years and buy this bitch. Thanks for the insight!
If you are having shifting problems, you might try switching to a synthetic oil. Shifting from second into first is never real smooth on any motorcycle. It's kind ofn the nature ofnthe beasts. I had a new 2001 Kawasaki KLR250 dual sport bike long ago. That thing had an issue with the 1st to 2nd gear shift. If I didn't do a very slow and deliberate shift, it would either not leave 1st gear, or it would go into neutral. I tried switching to a Mobile One 10W-40, and never had that problem again. But try a modern motorcycle specific oil. In the old days synthetic oils did not use "friction modifiers" like many do today. You don't want any oil with those additives because, with the wet clutch on your Z125, you could ruin your clutch. Any motorcycle synthetic oil, say a 10W-40 will not have those additives. Give it a try if you haven't already. What do you have to lose?
They come with synthetic oil from the factory (Which is garbage). Replacing it with Royal Purple synthetic 10-40 seems to solve MOST of the problems though.
Did you just like your own comment? Sounds like something some salty bitchmade grom owner would do. It's okay. You can trade your shitty grom in for a Zed.
I noticed your check engine light stays on when you turn on the bike. Just bought one and it started to stay on after a couple of miles. Did you get it addressed or just rode it anyway. Id rather buy some gear then pay another bill. Any advice ?
@@Rt046553 That's because it was originally designed in Japan for Asian markets only. So the stats are all metric. Meaning that's 100KMH (62mph). Which is an accurate GPS measurement. It will read 67mph on the dash, but a radar gun or GPS will show 62mph. (100Kmh)
@@InfamousInternetVillainJackSix Right on, about to pull the trigger still debating on which one man I love Kawasaki But do like the styling of the Honda .... I've been looking at mods for both so many options
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Just got my Z125 today. I love it.
Carl Wilson you still like the Z125 homie?
Keep the Z man, I just recently picked up a z125 and it's a compliment bike to my Ducati 899. It's perfect for hooning around and grabbing groceries, having a bike that doesn't take itself so serious is amazing.
Now that I have the Ninja 400, I don't put as many miles on it, but I love knowing it's there. It's a great bike for different reasons than a big bike. I think you just have to own one to really understand it.
I have z125 for two years now . Love it.
I'm debating getting my first bike this and the Grom. It's my first bike. I'm pretty sure dude and will drive after work to school. Whis is only a few blocks away.
After several decades of motorcycle hiatus, I decided, at age 73, to buy for myself a motorcycle for my 74th birthday (I'm 75 now). After MUCH research, I bought a 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400, KRT edition (lime green and black - very "purdy"), and I've been LOVING it.
Now the smaller bikes are fascinating me, and I've decided, thanks to you (and many others) to purchase the Z125, after all, when I receive my stimulus money, I need to stimulate a Kawasaki dealer.
Kawasaki Kid (the only sport bike/crotch rocket rider in my motorcycle club - I'm not old enough for a Harley ...)
I worked for a Harley dealership for a short time and rode my Z125 to work on a few occasions. The other employees would always say "When are you going to get a real bike?" to which I would reply "I prefer bikes that can make it to 40K miles without repairs for 1/10th the price"
Solid review. Usually, I don't much care for a "life story" part in a review, as I find it's usually inane but it worked well as an introduction in this video. Keep up the good work! 😀
I've always been very transparent about my riding skill level, and I've been filming the experience since day 1. So I felt like re-capping the last year not only offered my perspective and experience of the bike, but also all of the history of the channel. Glad you enjoyed it! More to come soon!
#notagrom It definitely added to the review and was certainly relevant information. I've seen other reviewers just throw in stuff to hear themselves talk and I'd always find myself thinking "good God, get to the point."
So, yeah, you've earned a sub from me. It's also nice that you take time to respond to comments.
Awesome, thanks. I actually enjoy conversing with people, even if we disagree. I don't let the few negative comments deter me from interacting with my subs.
It's not so must dangerous driving a motorcycle it's other driver's round around you that's what makes it dangerous
50 50 I've seen people crash in motorcycle class and they still got license
To some it’s true,I rode with some 20 year old and he wanted to put himself in danger by racing and stunts. I don’t do that shit.
I’m going back and forth between this and a grom. Both awesome bikes!
Which did you go for?
@@user-zd9fc4vs4q Ruckus
Grom all day
You handled the panic stoplight stop great actually. You stopped way before the line, didn't lay the bike down. You are actually suppose to practice such a stop from time to time and its on the driving exam in some states (most). Good job. From my understanding, skidding the rear wheel is allowed on the test and you will still pass.
I was lucky though, in the fact that I had no idea what I was doing. While I did a decent job, it was purely by accident that I did all of the right things. Lol
I love this video!! So informative!! I’m wanting to buy my first bike and this was in fact for sure the first bike I want to get, perfect for beginners and seems like a lot of fun to have and do! Sincerely, future Z125 pro rider c,:
great video...informative, unbiased, humble opinions describing the z125, comparing to the grom, etc. Thanks for this content.
I’m in a very similar situation. I’ve always wanted a bike but growing up I wasn’t aloud but now I want a Z125 or Grom to learn on. I definitely wanna go back and watch your vids to get your perspective as a beginner. All the other videos I’ve watched have been from experienced riders
Considering buying a used 2017 Z125Pro, this was very useful. Thank you!
I just sold my way bigger bike... I've kinda been thinking of picking one of these up, as 99.9% of my riding is in town/city riding. I like the idea of it not taking up room if I'm not using it...
Kawasaki should use and pay you for that video. LIKED & SUBSCRIBED !
I like how honest you are. Keep it up.
Thanks! I do my best!
@@InfamousInternetVillainJackSix no problem brother.
Yes i did it, i bought the green 2017 this past weekend. Yay me ! The first night i put on the hindle exhaust.. It came with the led flush mount front signals, rear fender eliminator, sesquintial blinker/tail light and the green shorty levers for $2800 :)
c0uchsl0uch you still like the bike buddy?
This is my favorite bike (I'm super young) so when I can drive i want this bike
coingamer same
Just don’t die Sport 😂
Hey dude I was more leaning towards a grom but after this video I’m buying one z tomorrow morning
Thank you for the review
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
How is it bro? Might get one tomorrow
Wish they made a 2stroke model of this bike
PERFECT REVIEW.!
Thankssss!
Just got my 1st bike which is a z125. I didn’t like the green when I first was seeing pictures of it but it grew on me also, it’s visible towards other drivers and has a biker, you want to be visible
This was the exact reason I chose the green over the black, because back in early 2017 that was the only colors available.
The also made the rear set out of metal instead of brittle pot metal like the grom.
I like your review for this amazing mini kawasaki
I looked at these hard but ended up with a rebel 250 for half the price. I don't care about stunts or speed and the rebel just seemed like an overall more practical choice.
Ride safe!
every bike iv ever owned hated going from top gear or even close to top gear to first at lights. the trick is to engage the clutch lightly in each gear as your going down them.
Got my Z125 for my 16th
Green is the best, or the krt.
Good vdo, plan to get mine at the latest in september.
I have a 2019 orange Z125. Fuckin love it..... The color too.
Great video!
THanksssssss
Love this review
What mirrors are those
@@superjavi9820 Just some cheap eBay ones. I found some better ones on eBay more recently that look like the Ninja 400 mirrors.
You should really buy the blue Z125! I really like how the gold looks against the blue!
I have a plan similar to this .. New paint scheme is coming. Not sure when, but it's on the table
I’m trying to save up for one! I’m moving to Indiana next month but once I get on my feet up there this will be my first purchase
They are great bikes. I just released a couple new videos of me riding this one in Austin Texas. Be sure to check those out, and thanks for the support!
wow, never heard anyone downplay taking MSF course, but I know not everyone can afford it. That being said in the U.S. motorcycles are a luxury for the most part so I feel having gear and taking courses makes sense. Although my libertarian side doesn't like this being made mandatory :) Surprisingly in CA, MSF course is not required! Anyway, I'm starting w/ the Ninja 400 b/c I want the power for Highway speeds.
Damn it! Now I want a cheeseburger. Thanks for the info.
Im still picking a grom over the kawi, but still not a bad little bike. Great vid
This is going to be my first bike too 😎👌👍💪 Great video
THanksssssss
How many miles can a z125 motor handle? Let's say without wheelies and just normal riding
it dosn t need much to be happy i love small cc bikes
Royal purple is great but no the best. Get motul 100% synthetic 7100 series and I guarantee you no more issues will arise.
mega0876 agree
That's what I'm using in my 400. It's the best oil.
Thumbs up buddy super video fantastic looking bike
Just food for thought.. If bikes were meant to downshift into first gear they would have put neutral below first gear. Think about it... why even apply all that torque to your gearbox? Yes I know it can be done properly but it’s completely unnecessary. I’ve been driving stick/manual cars for over 20 years I’ve downshifted into 1st gear maybe twice. Downshift into 2nd, ride the RPM’s down low then shift into neutral while braking.
Z125 Pro
I’ve had mine for 10 months,I bought it cause I was a beginner and it’s great and forgiving to any riders of levels. What I hate is the mirrors keep loosing up, the delay of shifting at times (I have the bike in neutral and it cuts off) then downshifting it’ll show (-) and just having to shift to 4th gear in seconds. The throttle is sensitive,if not enough gas it’ll cut off too when starting. But what I like is the body style and it rides nicely. What’s funny is that I rode a Honda Grom and it felt better riding and using the shift. I’m looking to get my bigger bike this year can’t tell if Kawasaki or Suzuki. But definitely gonna give the Z125 5/10
Have you tried using high grade synthetic oil? Using Royal Purple solved those issues for me.
#notagrom
I used Castro synthetic motorcycle oil. It works fine. I wanted royal purple but they were out.
@@deathtroopers4345 You might try Mobil 1 4T Racing. Needs to be designed FOR motorcycles. Not just for cars.
#notagrom
I bought it from the Kawasaki dealership. But I understand.
Cool bike, is the front tyre the wrong way round ?
What is the orange light to the right of your insturment cluster? It appears to be illuminated
It's the CEL. I think the AR developed a leak over time. Somewhere around the 2500 mile mark, the CEL came on and stayed on. 100 miles or less after installing the Empire exhaust, the light went off and hasn't come back on since.
I don't even like shifting down to 1st while coming to a light in traffic because it's too easy to go into neutral while shifting back into second. I found it easier to just take off from second to avoid the accidental neutral shift. What do you think about that? Z125 is my first bike too.
Mine stopped doing that after switching to Royal Purple 10w-40 Max Cycle. I never hit neutral going up, but on rare occasion it will slip into neutral when going down from 2nd to 1st. Which isn't near as big of a deal.
Great video with lots of info! And I'm biased toward the Grom too. I might buy a Z now.
You can get them cheap on Craigslist now. There's a guy here that has one for $2300 OBO.
Check your local dealer many of them have dropped the price on 2017 Z125s to $1,999.00 after getting the 2018 models in
^This is true, I recently saw some local dealers selling brand new 2017's for $2400. I'd imagine in larger cities where there's more competition, they can get even cheaper.
#notagrom
Vegas dealerships selling 2019s brand new right now for $2189.
Should you get if you your like 13,14 ?
Yeah! This would make a great first bike for a teenager. I wish they would have been around when I was a kid.
what kinda cell phone holder is that?
Ram Mount X-Grip
Z125 has gear indicator (grom doesn't!) which is VERY helpful!
Isn't the z125 quicker than the Grom, but the Grom has a higher top speed? Easily one of the best videos on the z125.
Y this man sound like Chris Pratt? good vid man
Awesome review bro! it was very informative. I am currently looking at Z125, this review helps!
Not sure if you run into this problem or not. I've heard taller people have issue with the handle bar hitting their knee when they are doing sharp turns.
I'm 6'3" and I haven't had that problem, but I've had aftermarket bars from day 1. You can easily and inexpensively replace the bars and rearsets, which will give you more leg room. I'm actually going to be upgrading to taller, wider bars in a few days. There will of course be a video of that install as well! Stay tuned!
#notagrom thanks for the info. I just picked up my z125 today :) drove it home and I am very happy with it.
Great vid
Awesome.
When come in india..this bike..I love..
Hey man, I wanna buy a z125 this week. It looks so fun, what do you think about the bike
I have 4 bikes now and it's still my favorite!
#notagrom I was wondering how many miles you have on yours now I just got one with 1000 miles and I want to know if I’m going to run into any problems soon
@@baileyesola4038 Around 5k on mine, but we have members with 30K+ on stock motors in our group
Good vid bud !
Thanks!
Hello, can you do 75mph on one stock without modifying it?
No
Longview!!! I’m about to buy one maybe I’ll see you
You'll have to come to Texarkana! Though I do visit Longview sometimes
I'm intrigued by the Z. All motorcycle transmissions are gonna be clunking if u arent moving and are in 4th gear lol, my grom did the same exact thing
Bro is this Longview TX where you almost had that accident at the red light. I’m from Longview and just got a z125
Sure is, though I live in Texarkana. We rode them there to meet a friend that lived there, that day
My parent think same but when i moved out i got any deferent one
Check out that check engine light tho #notagrom 😂😂😂
Selling mine green 2017 only 486miles on it 1600$ its yours
Is it still for sale?
Prob to buy a grom lmao
I had a honda xr 1999 125cc and some guy traded me for this green one
I’m a new rider should I get a z 125 I really want it to learn the fundamentals of a motorcycle
Depends on what you plan on doing with it. If you're wanting it just to learn on so you can buy a bigger bike later, then you might as well buy a Ninja 400. Riding a Z and riding a big bike are two totally different types of riding.
That said, if you actually want a mini because you think it's cool and plan on keeping it even after you get a big bike, then yeah. I'd get it first. That's what I did. I'd never get rid of my Z125. If anything, I'd get rid of my big bike before I got rid of the Z125.
#notagrom I’m getting because it’s cool and I want to custom it to make it my own. Definitely keeping would never get ride of it
My grom doesn't shift well after about 100 miles of riding when it warms up.
What oil are you using?
Ive been using lucas synthetic. only because I dont like motol. I have never seen the royal purple here in California.
I've heard a lot of bad things about Lucas oil. I would try RP and see if it helps: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000E2D6PK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
How is your clutch adjustment?
Same thing in my grom, after like 25 miles it gets clunnky and harder to shift
Great informative review, and kept it interesting ;)
I'm a Benelli TNT 125 rider, from the UK. I wonder how these two would pair up? :)
Sean Dyer don't they have the tnt 135cc also?
Dude! Is this Hot Springs Virginia?
Hot Springs, Arkansas :P
Do you know if they fixed the transmission issue in the 2018?
There isn't really a "transmission issue". That's just how Kawasaki's are. Ninja 400 is the exact same way. You get used to it and eventually learn how to deal with it.
#notagrom thanks for clearing that up. I think this will be my first bike to learn then some more money for next season and pick up a cb500f
Ninja 400 is faster, lighter, cheaper, and gets better MPG than the Honda 500's. Check out Motorcycle.com's lightweight bike shootout. They compare the Ninja 400 and CBR 500 (Same engine)
#notagrom that’s impressive with the 100cc difference. I do like the naked look of the Honda though
Maybe we'll get lucky and Kawasaki will release a Z400. Haha
the only attention I got was people trying to steal my bike 👌
Do u need a license for this
Yes, as it's 125cc. You could own one and not ride it on the street without one though.
Who makes those mirrors?
Got them on eBay. Just cheap Chinese ones. I think they are $15 shipped. They've been good to me though!
I got a Kawasaki z125, Yamaha r3 & r6. I get questioned more on the z125 than any of my Yamaha. I get looks on the Yamaha but people are more willing to talk to you in the z125.
Hey i just order the same bike and im curious which mods i shld get that will help my top end and top speed.
Add a bigger front sprocket about $10 and a 5 min. Install add 8 to 10mph on top end
If you think this transmission is clunky, you should ride some Yamahas. lol! Also, I wish mine was green... it would match my Connie 1400. I have the grey and it's a little drab.
Clunky but reliable. I will say that!
problem is.... when you get hit by a car it hurts more and you may have a limp and stop trying to keep up with your friends
If it's a downward push from nutral, then I have that down because of the Yamaha dt80 lc, you just press the shifted down like eight times, but I am also the idiot who didn't learn the muscle memory for the back brake pedal and bucked myself off it a couple of times. I'm looking at buying a Kawasaki z125 eventually because it's not as expensive as a Honda dual purpose bike, which would be similar to what I'm used to with the Yamaha I ride at my grandparents house.
I won't sell mine either. But I will bet a highway-capable bike.
Should have waited for the Binelli tnt 135. Puts this and the grom to shame.
In terms of oil, I've always been using Penzoil Platinum Plus on my car, one of the moat affordable synthetics out there. I did a fair amount of research & that was my conclusion, but it was all automotive based. Does anyone know if I should stay away from certain oils for motorcycles? Or as long as it's the right viscosity it's good?
only use OEM recommended oil, if not clutch will slip,trust me stick with whats recommended by kawasaki
I usually do what Tom said. Worked well in my Yamaha that I've put 47k miles on. However, I've got a Kymco Spade and can't find manufacturer specific oil for it easily. What I can say is to go by the API and weight rating the manufacturer recommends and use motorcycle specific oil compatible with a wet clutch. Many car oils are not.
You basically forced me to subscribe. I'm in the exact same position with family saying a bike is forbidden. I'ma just move out in a couple years and buy this bitch. Thanks for the insight!
If you are having shifting problems, you might try switching to a synthetic oil. Shifting from second into first is never real smooth on any motorcycle. It's kind ofn the nature ofnthe beasts. I had a new 2001 Kawasaki KLR250 dual sport bike long ago. That thing had an issue with the 1st to 2nd gear shift. If I didn't do a very slow and deliberate shift, it would either not leave 1st gear, or it would go into neutral. I tried switching to a Mobile One 10W-40, and never had that problem again. But try a modern motorcycle specific oil. In the old days synthetic oils did not use "friction modifiers" like many do today. You don't want any oil with those additives because, with the wet clutch on your Z125, you could ruin your clutch. Any motorcycle synthetic oil, say a 10W-40 will not have those additives. Give it a try if you haven't already. What do you have to lose?
They come with synthetic oil from the factory (Which is garbage). Replacing it with Royal Purple synthetic 10-40 seems to solve MOST of the problems though.
I’d like to stunt, but I don’t have any health insurance.
Bro, you sound just like Dave Ramsey hahaha
I'm not THAT old. C'mon now! Lol
More reliable? Far from it the grom is way more reliable
Did you just like your own comment? Sounds like something some salty bitchmade grom owner would do.
It's okay. You can trade your shitty grom in for a Zed.
Holy crap is this longview lol
There's a few clips in there from the few times we rode to Longview. There are other videos on the channel that the whole video was in Longview.
“Reliable”
... annnd here we are at the end of 2019 and it's still the most reliable bike I've ever owned.
you can’t shift down from fourth gear to first in a dead stop like that😂. that’s not the bike g that’s just you.
Don’t like the green? GET A WRAP! something so small should be cheap to wrap.
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I noticed your check engine light stays on when you turn on the bike. Just bought one and it started to stay on after a couple of miles. Did you get it addressed or just rode it anyway. Id rather buy some gear then pay another bill. Any advice ?
I rode it anyway for a while, but eventually switched to a higher quality exhaust and it went away. Not sure why that fixed it though.
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On paper the grom top speed says 62
Z125 says 100
So how is the Honda Grom faster?
I'm not sure where you read that. The Z125 maxes out at 67mph and the Grom maxes at 70mph. Though neither are GPS accurate.
@@InfamousInternetVillainJackSix If you google z125 pro top speed it says 100MPH so strange
@@Rt046553 That's because it was originally designed in Japan for Asian markets only. So the stats are all metric. Meaning that's 100KMH (62mph). Which is an accurate GPS measurement. It will read 67mph on the dash, but a radar gun or GPS will show 62mph. (100Kmh)
I hadn't had my coffee yet when I replied the first time. So it didn't dawn on me at first. Haha
@@InfamousInternetVillainJackSix Right on, about to pull the trigger still debating on which one man I love Kawasaki But do like the styling of the Honda .... I've been looking at mods for both so many options