Gorgeous beast, I own a ZXR 400 and love it. It's great to see that your age is not stopping you from going for this kind of bike. It's never too late, congrats!
It's just my opinion, but you see always dsee old, and young guys on a Harley/cruiser, but you seldom see a ( young at heart) old guy on a sportbike. I love it! Almost 50 here, and I'll keep sportbiking till i cant. And if I cant...well i'll still have one in the garage to reminisce . :)
I'm with you on that one Jeremy...the 90's bikes had more of a rawness and hooliganism about them!!...and I really regret getting rid of my ZXR750 H2 a few years ago...
Beautiful bike. I have the J1 1991 version, even today these bikes are still near the top of a lot of riders' "most liked" list of bikes. My carbs need rebalancing though, running very rough with an uneven idle. Also runs worse when hot due to excess air....
I've since spent some time refining the carb setup. It now runs cleanly all the way up to the red line and howls like a P51 Mustang at about 8000. Love it
@@nigelburch9388 Absolutely.. I have had 3 over the years. I bought one new all the back in 1990.. where does the time go?? 🙈 This'll be my 5th bike in the garage - space is getting tight! 😄👍
i have a first generation zx6r 1996 f2 stainless steal headers, micron race can ,jetted, k and n air filter still on the road ,the rare green and white colours, dyno jet stage 2.
Your K1 is very similar to my old bike which I regrettably PX'd in 1998 i only say that because mine also had a blue seat which i haven't seen on any other K1. My old K1 reg was A2XRR . Has the callipers been changed or painted on your bike because UK standard K1's had gun metal grey colour twin pots on the front and same colour single on the back.
Could be, who knows!? That original rego would like have been sold before I got it. Yes, calipers should be gunmetal, but they were in a shocking state and a)I didn't have any grey paint and b) I like the gold look!
@@garyprior6995 i've just looked up your old rego and it still exists on a ZXR750R. Last MoT was in 2010, so sitting quietly somewhere slowly deteriorating, I guess
@@nigelburch9388 Don't know if your aware the K1 has a smaller battery then the normal J1 in that it is fiscally smaller and is only 8Amph instead of 10 as the J1 has. This means it only ever just about keeps a charge when you run the bike and go's flat quick if you don't run it. I'm mentioning it because i saw you had a bit of trouble starting in your vid. Kawasaki did this to save weight and space under the seat as the bike was meant for racing most racers had more than one battery. The only down side is if the battery does not have sufficient volts/Amps the bike wont run well because when the throttle is open past 3/8 of a turn or 5000 rpm the fuel accelerator pump doesn't work correctly. The pump runs a fuel enrichening circuit to the flat slide carbs.
Its a European thing.... 1991-92 we got the K1/J1 they got the J2/K2 same paint scheme but the way you tell is ZXR is Euro NINJA is North American..... this one is a J/K model K is the Homologation superbike with the factory hot rod stuff, aluminum tank, 6 speed close ratio, flat slides, J is you run on the mill ZX line that not your hot rod gitty up rig
I want one of these. is beautiful the problem is. I am 16 yo and I have no experience with motorcycles. not even being a passenger What I can do? I do not want a 125 even knowing that it is the most obvious and least stupid option. Can I have a 125 to learn and have one of these as secondary motorcycle? what dou you recommend? thanks to whoever reads this
dont do it, its way to much bike for you. Get a cbr500 or something like that to practice on and still have fun. Don't get the end game bike while you don't know anything about them.......................
You must learn on an easy bike, you'll better focus on what it takes to stay healthy when riding. Pick up a Honda cbr500 as suggested. It's a cool bike that you just may want to keep forever. Even a big cc scooter can teach you the ways of the road. You're young and have all the time in the world. Don't rush motorcycles.
@@nigelburch9388 Hello.I own K1.Also original look only runs on full race Akrapovic .It seems like the keihins need to be synced.Maybe i am wrong,but it doesnt sound well.Mine needs to be synced too and it doesnt sound like that.Other than that nice bike.Congrats.If you need Keihin rebuilt parts,check on ebay.Not OEM but still work and very good price.Take care.
@@elvisverko that vid is from a while ago now. I did balance the carbs last summer and it does sound much better now. I love the way it howls on full gas in 3rd and 4th 😍
@@nigelburch9388 That's great.Nice to hear that.Yes.It does sounds great.I ride it like i stole it.So with venturi tubes and Akrapovic it gets really loud.What is your airbox setup?Do run original airbox,or venturi tubes?
@@elvisverko I've kept it as original as possible, so OEM airbox and exhaust. I have however wired up a momentary switch to the fuel pump so that I can prime the carbs with the ignition on, but without touching the starter. Useful after a long layup
Absolutely gorgeous! Where's the love button? I plan to be your age and still rockin' a sports bike! I'm 50 and still ride my R1 daily.
I am 55 and ride a Fireblade 👍👍👍
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Ah the classic wiggle and push the key in a 90s Japanese bike to get it in the run position! 🧡 Gorgeous bike!
When you know you know 😀
Gorgeous beast, I own a ZXR 400 and love it. It's great to see that your age is not stopping you from going for this kind of bike. It's never too late, congrats!
Yes, I also have an L3 400
Beautiful Bike! Like old bikes, and special Kawasaki Ninja ZX7R/ ZX6R.
I have owned 2 like this one. We call it ZXR 750 RR.
Their carburetors are different than basic ZXR models
It's just my opinion, but you see always dsee old, and young guys on a Harley/cruiser, but you seldom see a ( young at heart) old guy on a sportbike. I love it! Almost 50 here, and I'll keep sportbiking till i cant. And if I cant...well i'll still have one in the garage to reminisce . :)
I do like the old zxr750 90s bikes love them
I'm with you on that one Jeremy...the 90's bikes had more of a rawness and hooliganism about them!!...and I really regret getting rid of my ZXR750 H2 a few years ago...
@@gordy4459 yes I have sold some nice one that I wish I hadn't build quality paint work was lot better than and carbs and no cats!!!
Ever since I clapped eyes on my red black grey 750H1 I have been in love with Hoover pipes 😁👍🏻
Good to see a older man still riding rockets
Beautiful bike. I have the J1 1991 version, even today these bikes are still near the top of a lot of riders' "most liked" list of bikes.
My carbs need rebalancing though, running very rough with an uneven idle. Also runs worse when hot due to excess air....
She’s beautiful mate, I really miss my L1 and think I’m gonna have a to find another 🙋♂️
I'll have one for sale if you're interested
grandpa is a badass lml
Nice ride...I miss mine.
I've since spent some time refining the carb setup. It now runs cleanly all the way up to the red line and howls like a P51 Mustang at about 8000. Love it
She’s a beaut mate.. I have just purchased a ZXR H2 in gwb, due for delivery (hopefully) at the end of the week 💚🤞🏼
You'll love it. They are very engaging on the road
@@nigelburch9388 Absolutely.. I have had 3 over the years. I bought one new all the back in 1990.. where does the time go?? 🙈 This'll be my 5th bike in the garage - space is getting tight! 😄👍
@@woooster17 same problems here 🤣
@@nigelburch9388 😂👊🏼
Sounds like it could do with a carb jet service
i have a first generation zx6r 1996 f2 stainless steal headers, micron race can ,jetted, k and n air filter still on the road ,the rare green and white colours, dyno jet stage 2.
Beautiful bike, love it is so original 👍🏻👍🏻. Sir, if you would ever think f selling please let me know. Greetz from Holland 🇱🇺
Thank you. I will do so
I had that one I miss it like crazy
Ha! It's a very engaging bike to own and ride
Bety Nice bike granpha
Beautiful bike.
Thanks
Unreal
Un buen trasto .pero ya pasó su tiempo .y tuve una .pero muy rompe muñecas y espalda
I like to buy one on this year in California
Your K1 is very similar to my old bike which I regrettably PX'd in 1998 i only say that because mine also had a blue seat which i haven't seen on any other K1. My old K1 reg was A2XRR . Has the callipers been changed or painted on your bike because UK standard K1's had gun metal grey colour twin pots on the front and same colour single on the back.
Could be, who knows!? That original rego would like have been sold before I got it. Yes, calipers should be gunmetal, but they were in a shocking state and a)I didn't have any grey paint and b) I like the gold look!
@@nigelburch9388 I will try to find some old photos.
@@garyprior6995 i've just looked up your old rego and it still exists on a ZXR750R. Last MoT was in 2010, so sitting quietly somewhere slowly deteriorating, I guess
@@nigelburch9388 Or nicely polished in someone's dining room or man shed, I hope.
@@nigelburch9388 Don't know if your aware the K1 has a smaller battery then the normal J1 in that it is fiscally smaller and is only 8Amph instead of 10 as the J1 has. This means it only ever just about keeps a charge when you run the bike and go's flat quick if you don't run it. I'm mentioning it because i saw you had a bit of trouble starting in your vid. Kawasaki did this to save weight and space under the seat as the bike was meant for racing most racers had more than one battery. The only down side is if the battery does not have sufficient volts/Amps the bike wont run well because when the throttle is open past 3/8 of a turn or 5000 rpm the fuel accelerator pump doesn't work correctly. The pump runs a fuel enrichening circuit to the flat slide carbs.
Nice
Best American
But it's not American!
Looks good. I’ve always wonder why you guys got zxr’s and we got Zx7r across the pond.
Its a European thing....
1991-92
we got the K1/J1
they got the J2/K2
same paint scheme but the way you tell is ZXR is Euro
NINJA is North American.....
this one is a J/K model
K is the Homologation superbike with the factory hot rod stuff, aluminum tank, 6 speed close ratio, flat slides,
J is you run on the mill ZX line that not your hot rod gitty up rig
@@CaptDesmo UK had J1. UK also has zx7r
Bella! 😍 Me la vendi?
Doesn't sound right at all!
Carbs need balancing
Full throttle set up all the time..😁
@@robertking1032 I was going with blocked idle jet 🤣
I want one of these. is beautiful the problem is. I am 16 yo and I have no experience with motorcycles. not even being a passenger What I can do? I do not want a 125 even knowing that it is the most obvious and least stupid option. Can I have a 125 to learn and have one of these as secondary motorcycle? what dou you recommend? thanks to whoever reads this
i got a 750cc as my first its all about practice drive around your block for a while
dont do it, its way to much bike for you. Get a cbr500 or something like that to practice on and still have fun. Don't get the end game bike while you don't know anything about them.......................
You must learn on an easy bike, you'll better focus on what it takes to stay healthy when riding. Pick up a Honda cbr500 as suggested. It's a cool bike that you just may want to keep forever. Even a big cc scooter can teach you the ways of the road. You're young and have all the time in the world. Don't rush motorcycles.
non è realmente in vendita, ma se desideri acquistarlo il prezzo per te è di € 10k
How much do you want for the bike?
Not really for sale, but if pressed, north of £10k
it you call this completely rebuild carbs, than they did not do their job properly
😂
😘
格好いいわぁ
hahaha, flat battery 🤣
You are too old for this bike
But at least I can afford it
@@nigelburch9388 it's nothing personal. I am just honest. I mean watching you on this bike looks just ridiculous.
@@brat1324 if you don't like it, then don't watch it. Simple
@@nigelburch9388 oh i like it. The bike is legendary but watching an old man on it looks wrong. If you know what I mean.
Nothing personal, but comments like this are embarrassing. What's more, this old boy would leave you for dead on track.
I'm guessing the carb floats are or were sunk, needed to be replaced.
Every bit of rubber had perished or gone soft. Cost a small fortune to source and replace everything
@@nigelburch9388 Hello.I own K1.Also original look only runs on full race Akrapovic .It seems like the keihins need to be synced.Maybe i am wrong,but it doesnt sound well.Mine needs to be synced too and it doesnt sound like that.Other than that nice bike.Congrats.If you need Keihin rebuilt parts,check on ebay.Not OEM but still work and very good price.Take care.
@@elvisverko that vid is from a while ago now. I did balance the carbs last summer and it does sound much better now. I love the way it howls on full gas in 3rd and 4th 😍
@@nigelburch9388 That's great.Nice to hear that.Yes.It does sounds great.I ride it like i stole it.So with venturi tubes and Akrapovic it gets really loud.What is your airbox setup?Do run original airbox,or venturi tubes?
@@elvisverko I've kept it as original as possible, so OEM airbox and exhaust. I have however wired up a momentary switch to the fuel pump so that I can prime the carbs with the ignition on, but without touching the starter. Useful after a long layup