I have a zx12r now but I used to have a 2000 zx9r an I absolutely loved it, never missed a beat, handled great and never had a problem keeping up with the more modern sports bikes. The zx9r was an underrated bike, I was gutted when I sold it on
Nice video! Still have my ZX9R E1 WITH 86 thousand miles on it, most done by myself. At 30 though I put an Ohlins rear shock on, which made it handle unbelievably, highly recommended. It will make you smile like a Cheshire cat. Nice to hear one at full chat again.
86 thousand is impressive, but then again one must remember that that company build aircraft engines and aircraft before it started building bikes, and that tradition of excellent engineering and high built quality needed in that business was continued in their bike (over engineered was a term ofter used to describe kawasaki products) manufacturing operations.
D7 zzr1100 is heavy ,not going fast ,but when U static,engine turned off ,tryna ta move ta thing ,way too heavy for me ,kwak engine is a legend ,I need a zx9
I bought a 1998 ZX9r brand new and it was a beast , I loved the way the ram air sounded when you opened it up. This bike taught me the meaning of throttle control.
From Denmark, Hi there, cool MC, I myself have a ZX9R from 1994, the first model. It has driven 39,000 miles and runs fine. I regret that I didn't know the difference between the first ones and those that came in 1998, From 1998 it will be completely rebuilt and lose 32kg+ many other improvements are being made. Had I known, I wouldn't have bought a 1994 model. I have tried a 1999 model and it is a completely different MC to ride than my old tank. Have now had it for 7 years and never want to get rid of it. Mine is green and black, and with a black frame, so it's very nice.
Absolutely love this bike! I’m a first time rider and just bought a 2000 ZX9R. Learned to ride on this bike a week ago and it’s super comfy, fast, and super easy to ride!
I’ve got an “04 plate” in silver, it was a one owner 10,000 mile bargain that I paid £1600 for! I’ve had it since 2018 and it’s not going anywhere, more than enough power to keep up with the modern stuff and really comfortable for a super bike! An underrated bargain to be had! 😀👍
love these bikes i had a c1 about 7 years ago and love ever second of it so I have just bought a 2003 f1 zx9r having it delivered this week and can't wait love the video
Thanks Chris. I’ve seen a fair few comments like that on other videos - people who owned a ZX9R years ago and wish they’d never sold it! Enjoy the new bike!
Great video, thanks for sharing. I'm currently restoring an E1 that I picked up fairly cheap recently. I haven't ridden one yet, but having watched this I'm even more excited to get it finished.
On my third of these over the years, very capable road bike, fast , reasonably comfy and if you have the will power to wind it down a bit, pretty economical too, a lot of bike for the money. Great review.
I’m getting around 38mpg on average at the minute, and that’s riding pretty quick too. If you keep coming back to them then stop getting rid of them haha!! Thanks mate 👍👍
I still own a 2001 zx9r, same color but more white details. By my standarts it does everything well. I love the power, handling and the sound ohhh pops, crackles. I agree in all your Comments. I think it is the most underestimated bike out there. Enjoy the riding.
Got an E1 myself just 24k on the clock,had 18 k when I got it three years ago, I've upgraded the brake hoses with a total caliper refurb,K&N filters ,Powerbronze screen, Renthal sprockets and decent rubber ..... There's nothing I'd swap it for 😎
Spot on review, I bought a two year old one in 2001, kept it for two years and sold it on. After owning other bikes including a Blade and a Gixer, I tracked down another mint 99 C2 in 2017 which is now a permanent fixture in my garage. A Kawasaki dealer once said that a ZX9R, is a VFR with Attitude, and he was right!! Enjoy yours, you won't regret it!👍
Awesome review! I used to own a 99 '9R c2 and loved it, it would pull on my mates similar era 900 Blade all day long, as you say the power above 8k is addictive! Im going to look at a 2002 '9r on Monday (tomorrow) to scratch that itch again.
I've shortlisted the ZX9R along with the Suzuki TL1000R which I've previously owned and regret selling! something about this era of bikes, so much bang for your buck, no gizmos just a raw machine. loved the review thanks! :)
I have a 90 zx10 and this seems like a good replacement if that time ever comes. These bikes sit in a category that doesn't seem to exist now, which I call the good real world sportbike category. An "old" sport bike with a bit of weight and comfort and balance to handle bumps on lousy roads or take advantage of great roads all while getting decent great mpg. I rode my zx10 across the U.S. (back in 1996)and got 45mpg cruising at 115mph.
@@fourleafrider7470 I don’t get on tracks, that’s why I love the 9 it’s a great hooligan bike. Don’t misunderstand me one of them hit over 170 last week. 12’s are heavy and way overrated imo. Great if you like traffic lights but be honest when was the last time you seen a 12 at the lights?
@@russellswift9844 You make me think I should maybe keep this bike as a bike for life. I’ve heard so many people say they regret selling their ZX9R, I may just keep this one to start a garage collection. Triumph street triple 955i next - any opinions on it?
@@fourleafrider7470 I’ve not had a street triple but I have owned a 955 Daytona. Sounded great as you know. I sold that I’ve still got the ZX9R C2 and bought a F2 to accompany it. I hope that answers your question 😉
I love mine! An 01 E2 converted for drag racing at the track. The perfect entry level drag bike. Lots of low end torque. Without doing engine modifications and still relying on foot shifting, it does 10 seconds flat at the 1/4 mile. That's with over 100,000 km on it. If you own one for the street, don't ever give it up!
I've got a 97 zx9r and it's just a monster,you can push against a gsx 11 no joke you race an 11 and your all over it on the zx9r honest best 1000 I Ever spent
Former 2003 F2 in silver owner here from the USA. I put 30,000 miles on the bike blasting around the local mountains and all over California and nearby states of Nevada and Oregon. For a larger guy myself (tall and lanky), it really fit the bill after a few smaller 600cc sports bikes. What a beaut in so many ways.
Good video, I have one of these bikes in the kawasaki green colour and had it for a little over a year now! I love it, also doesn't feel that much slower compared to my zx10r I had.
Hi did you ever change the brake pads on the zx9 or do you know what bike they came off of? I have this bike currently and want to put new discs and pads on it but unsure with the caliper change,thx
Excellent video with lots of good information about the bike. I'm looking at a 1999 year ZX9R that has been stored for the last 14 years. It will have to go to the bike shop for a check-over. Any specific concerns? I image there is no service history. The seller mentions a race tire on the front. I think it may haver been raced. Definitely will be checking that out as I would not want a bike that has been raced. Subscribed!
I bought a '00 ZX-9 today with 32k on it. Having it shipped from Wisconsin. I could only dream about owning this machine back in the '90's. The insurance would have cost more than my rent....It's far more bike than I can justify owning, but after a 25 year wait, I'm ready to ride this mechanical masterpiece. Thanks for sharing this quality video - 💪
I have an E1 it’s perfect for U.K. roads. But I must say, get a ride on a mk1 busa (no electronics) with power commander and a full exhaust system (mine had a titanium Yoshimura full system I had to order from the states). It’s the last word in brutality for the road. Will keep my 9 forever❤. Great review👍.
Great review, just bought an excellent condition C1, spending time getting used to the bike now coming up from a fazer 600, I could not believe how comfortable the machine is, looking forward to some touring on it.
I know what you mean - surprising how comfy it is when you first get on it! I've done about 1.5k miles on mine now, sometimes riding for up to 3 hours at a time and it's grand! Thanks for the comment!
Great review!! I have a blue one all original....1500€!! All you say is true! Get one when they are still cheap. Fast ...very fast...(same test say less than 10' the 400 meters!!!comfy and frugal on gas.! And i ride it hard!! A very well build machine. No way I will spend 3 o 4 more money...on something else...that give me less,🤣 Enjoy your Kawasaki,💪
Parabéns pela tua aquisição 💚 tenho uma igual só é verde comprei nova e tenho sempre estimada foi a mota dos meus sonhos não a vou vender. Adoro rodar o punho nela atinge facilmente a velocidade máxima divertimo andar nela, dois em um, passeio e desportiva, desejo-te muitas alegrias na tua bike ZX9R.
@12:58 "Nothing has given me as much joy as this bike, not even close." Sums up the ZX-9R C/E/F series. I too have taken quite a few new bikes for test rides, those short rides onto public roads the manufacturers put on in groups at race tracks. You step off one of their bikes and onto another. The newer bikes don't have this or that or are weird or jerky or uncomfortable or too small too large, what did they do here and why? etc.... but the ZX-9R just fits and ticks all the boxes pretty handily. I think you may have found our forum (incredibleidiot) member's video review. ruclips.net/video/24d3UQJxARg/видео.html Much like yours, his was fun to watch too.
Completely agree! Yep thats the review I referenced in the video who said he was shaking when he got off it the first time 😂. Great bike, hard to beat!
I haven’t done any carb syncing yet as the carbs were fully serviced and synced about 2k miles ago. To be honest, come the time when they need looked at again I’ll probably pay to get it done. I can do fluids and brakes no probs but engine and carbs are a bit beyond what I’m comfortable with!
I daily one of these in Australia. It's only my 2nd bike after my ZR7 got sandwiched. I can feel the weight difference between this and a colleges 2nd gen Hayabusa. I am 60kg and set my forks to hard as it seemed too wollowy when I bought it. I find it's happiest tootaling no lower than 3500rpm.
A ZX9R and a Hayabusa should definitely feel different no doubt! There’s about 40kg difference i think. Do you commute on it? At 60kg you’re about half my weight. Based on my limited knowledge I’d imagine that adjusting the preload on the shock would make the biggest difference to suspension feel rather than damping and compression adjustments - have you played around with sag? .I’ve heard people say different things low rpm on this bike, some say happy at 2000rpm, some say not happy untill 4000rpm. I reckon the difference probably due to fuelling set up and carbs. Mine is happy from 3000rpm, but tbh i rarely ride below 4000rpm.
@@lajosnagy6356 I think you are right. The bike runs fine but feels closer to 100bhp than the original 140. Also, it has a high idle - nearly 3k. Makes for an interesting experience when coming up to a stoplight....I'll fiddle with the carbs when things warm up a little and these fierce New Mexico winds have calmed down
I've just sold my Aprilia Mille for a 2003 ZX9R 15k for £3000, had a mille for 2 years and another for 2 years. I'm 53 with a dodgy crushed disc. Fed up with the riding position and feathering the heavy clutch. On a test ride I noticed how wide the tank is, it parts your legs more. Mirrors work well. Brakes are lacking tho. No fuel light, just a tap. Vibration is noticeable. Unlike the Aprilia. otherwise those are the only negatives. ps. I won't be going as fast as you!!! 😂
Thanks for the comment mate. I wasn't familiar with the Aprilia Mille until I looked it up just now but looks like a nice bike. Luckily the brakes on my ZX9R were swapped out from the 6 pot callipers to 4 pot callipers before I bought it and I believe they're quite a bit better. The brakes on mine are plenty strong. Vibration is noticeable yes, but not as noticeable as on the Honda VFR 800 I had before with its big V4 engine! Enjoy your new bike and safe riding!
Cheers, good review btw, yeah, mine has the 4 pots but it's had 11 owners in 15,000 miles so I doubt it's been serviced well if much. I expect they've just sold it on. It'll be getting a big service very soon. I do agree with you on the great power delivery in any gear. It's a brilliant all rounder. I did look at loads of other bikes, the VFR like you had. loads of midrange bikes. I was to sell my two bikes and spend £4k but decided on £3100 for one and keep two bikes.
@@fourleafrider7470I've had the carbs stripped and cleaned, would you believe it, all the valves needed shimming! All closed up. Oil wasn't nice. Front brakes need new seal kits fitting this week. It's very off beat and gruff for a 4 cylinder engine but once I pull away it smooths out and growls like a banshee. Did a trip to Belgium in late July with luggage and I found out that it doesn't like super unleaded AT ALL. To the point it feels like it's going leave me stranded. Once I'd put a few tanks of ordinary unleaded through it was fine. I have tried this a few times now. My mates who do my servicing also found this out while refilling the tank after sorting the carbs. Even putting a little super unleaded into the tank of unleaded found it contaminated the unleaded and it wouldn't run!
Great bike I wouldn't call it a beast. Had to rev the crap out of it to get it really moving. I was more impressed with the Gsxr 1000 from same time period.
I have a zx12r now but I used to have a 2000 zx9r an I absolutely loved it, never missed a beat, handled great and never had a problem keeping up with the more modern sports bikes.
The zx9r was an underrated bike, I was gutted when I sold it on
I have now my second zx9r e1. After 20 years away from bikes I'm back on the seat. Raw power. Like the Lambo of bikes.
Nice video! Still have my ZX9R E1 WITH 86 thousand miles on it, most done by myself. At 30 though I put an Ohlins rear shock on, which made it handle unbelievably, highly recommended. It will make you smile like a Cheshire cat. Nice to hear one at full chat again.
Thanks mate! 86k wow! Just goes to show what looking after them can do! My rear shock feels great at the minute but will bear that in mind, cheers!
Bullet proof engines! My 99 C2 has only 5000 miles on her she's my second bike tho I need to ride her more!
86 thousand is impressive, but then again one must remember that that company build aircraft engines and aircraft before it started building bikes, and that tradition of excellent engineering and high built quality needed in that business was continued in their bike (over engineered was a term ofter used to describe kawasaki products) manufacturing operations.
Great video ,I have a zzr1100 ,I would love the lighter kwak ,with more or less d same power,I need this bike
D7 zzr1100 is heavy ,not going fast ,but when U static,engine turned off ,tryna ta move ta thing ,way too heavy for me ,kwak engine is a legend ,I need a zx9
I bought a 1998 ZX9r brand new and it was a beast , I loved the way the ram air sounded when you opened it up. This bike taught me the meaning of throttle control.
From Denmark, Hi there, cool MC,
I myself have a ZX9R from 1994, the first model. It has driven 39,000 miles and runs fine.
I regret that I didn't know the difference between the first ones and those that came in 1998, From 1998 it will be completely rebuilt and lose 32kg+ many other improvements are being made.
Had I known, I wouldn't have bought a 1994 model. I have tried a 1999 model and it is a completely different MC to ride than my old tank.
Have now had it for 7 years and never want to get rid of it.
Mine is green and black, and with a black frame, so it's very nice.
Absolutely love this bike! I’m a first time rider and just bought a 2000 ZX9R. Learned to ride on this bike a week ago and it’s super comfy, fast, and super easy to ride!
I’ve got an “04 plate” in silver, it was a one owner 10,000 mile bargain that I paid £1600 for! I’ve had it since 2018 and it’s not going anywhere, more than enough power to keep up with the modern stuff and really comfortable for a super bike! An underrated bargain to be had! 😀👍
love these bikes i had a c1 about 7 years ago and love ever second of it so I have just bought a 2003 f1 zx9r having it delivered this week and can't wait love the video
Thanks Chris. I’ve seen a fair few comments like that on other videos - people who owned a ZX9R years ago and wish they’d never sold it! Enjoy the new bike!
Great video, thanks for sharing. I'm currently restoring an E1 that I picked up fairly cheap recently. I haven't ridden one yet, but having watched this I'm even more excited to get it finished.
I love my f2p they are the best all round sports bike ever made in my opinion.
Ridiculously fast with beautiful handling and comfort.
I also currently have VFR 800 and I'm thinking to get ZX9R.
True the zx9r is a absolute Beast I love my zx9r ❤️
On my third of these over the years, very capable road bike, fast , reasonably comfy and if you have the will power to wind it down a bit, pretty economical too, a lot of bike for the money. Great review.
I’m getting around 38mpg on average at the minute, and that’s riding pretty quick too. If you keep coming back to them then stop getting rid of them haha!! Thanks mate 👍👍
I still own a 2001 zx9r, same color but more white details. By my standarts it does everything well. I love the power, handling and the sound ohhh pops, crackles. I agree in all your Comments. I think it is the most underestimated bike out there. Enjoy the riding.
Got an E1 myself just 24k on the clock,had 18 k when I got it three years ago, I've upgraded the brake hoses with a total caliper refurb,K&N filters ,Powerbronze screen, Renthal sprockets and decent rubber ..... There's nothing I'd swap it for 😎
Spot on review, I bought a two year old one in 2001, kept it for two years and sold it on.
After owning other bikes including a Blade and a Gixer, I tracked down another mint 99 C2 in 2017 which is now a permanent fixture in my garage.
A Kawasaki dealer once said that a ZX9R, is a VFR with Attitude, and he was right!!
Enjoy yours, you won't regret it!👍
Awesome review! I used to own a 99 '9R c2 and loved it, it would pull on my mates similar era 900 Blade all day long, as you say the power above 8k is addictive! Im going to look at a 2002 '9r on Monday (tomorrow) to scratch that itch again.
I've shortlisted the ZX9R along with the Suzuki TL1000R which I've previously owned and regret selling! something about this era of bikes, so much bang for your buck, no gizmos just a raw machine. loved the review thanks! :)
I installed a 930cc Wiseco high compression kit on my 98 9R! It’s an absolute beast, keeps up with newer litre bikes😀
I had a 98 green and a 99 blue zx9r I bought them new back in the day. LOVE them bikes ❤
I have a 90 zx10 and this seems like a good replacement if that time ever comes. These bikes sit in a category that doesn't seem to exist now, which I call the good real world sportbike category. An "old" sport bike with a bit of weight and comfort and balance to handle bumps on lousy roads or take advantage of great roads all while getting decent great mpg. I rode my zx10 across the U.S. (back in 1996)and got 45mpg cruising at 115mph.
Hey James, please make a video of your 90 zx10. I have the 88 zx10 B1. Hard to find any good videos of our bikes. Thanks.
Great video. I’ve got 2 ZX9R’s and a Gen 2 ZZR1400, I’ve also had a ZX12R and the ZX9R by far is the best all rounder and always leaves me smiling.
Thanks for the comment - why do you have two ZX9Rs? Is one a track bike? I’d love to test ride a ZX12R but haven’t had a chance yet.
@@fourleafrider7470 I don’t get on tracks, that’s why I love the 9 it’s a great hooligan bike.
Don’t misunderstand me one of them hit over 170 last week.
12’s are heavy and way overrated imo. Great if you like traffic lights but be honest when was the last time you seen a 12 at the lights?
I’m always going to have a ZX9R on the drive, in a shed or in pieces in my mate’s garage. There will always be one.
@@russellswift9844 You make me think I should maybe keep this bike as a bike for life. I’ve heard so many people say they regret selling their ZX9R, I may just keep this one to start a garage collection. Triumph street triple 955i next - any opinions on it?
@@fourleafrider7470 I’ve not had a street triple but I have owned a 955 Daytona. Sounded great as you know.
I sold that I’ve still got the ZX9R C2 and bought a F2 to accompany it.
I hope that answers your question 😉
I love mine! An 01 E2 converted for drag racing at the track. The perfect entry level drag bike. Lots of low end torque. Without doing engine modifications and still relying on foot shifting, it does 10 seconds flat at the 1/4 mile. That's with over 100,000 km on it. If you own one for the street, don't ever give it up!
I've got a 97 zx9r and it's just a monster,you can push against a gsx 11 no joke you race an 11 and your all over it on the zx9r honest best 1000 I Ever spent
I had an 01 an I sold it a few months back to get my dads bike. I do miss it, I absolutely loved it such an amazing bike.
Former 2003 F2 in silver owner here from the USA. I put 30,000 miles on the bike blasting around the local mountains and all over California and nearby states of Nevada and Oregon. For a larger guy myself (tall and lanky), it really fit the bill after a few smaller 600cc sports bikes. What a beaut in so many ways.
Good video, I have one of these bikes in the kawasaki green colour and had it for a little over a year now! I love it, also doesn't feel that much slower compared to my zx10r I had.
Hi did you ever change the brake pads on the zx9 or do you know what bike they came off of? I have this bike currently and want to put new discs and pads on it but unsure with the caliper change,thx
Excellent video with lots of good information about the bike. I'm looking at a 1999 year ZX9R that has been stored for the last 14 years. It will have to go to the bike shop for a check-over. Any specific concerns? I image there is no service history. The seller mentions a race tire on the front. I think it may haver been raced. Definitely will be checking that out as I would not want a bike that has been raced. Subscribed!
Had my blue one for 7 months now ,a 1998 c1 model .
Replaced the chain and sprocket to a gold one …bikes fantastic
Regards
Dave from Scotland
I bought a '00 ZX-9 today with 32k on it. Having it shipped from Wisconsin. I could only dream about owning this machine back in the '90's. The insurance would have cost more than my rent....It's far more bike than I can justify owning, but after a 25 year wait, I'm ready to ride this mechanical masterpiece. Thanks for sharing this quality video - 💪
Thanks for the honest straightforward video, great stuff! Safe ride!
i enjoyed that it was a thorough test
Ty for the review. I like your set up of the go pro and color grading
I have an E1 it’s perfect for U.K. roads. But I must say, get a ride on a mk1 busa (no electronics) with power commander and a full exhaust system (mine had a titanium Yoshimura full system I had to order from the states). It’s the last word in brutality for the road. Will keep my 9 forever❤. Great review👍.
Fantastic review
I’m looking at getting one it’s made my mind up 😀
Cheers
Dave from Scotland
I have a 14R but i'm seriously thinking of buying one of these for the exhaust note -.- Maybe for next winter....
Great review, just bought an excellent condition C1, spending time getting used to the bike now coming up from a fazer 600, I could not believe how comfortable the machine is, looking forward to some touring on it.
I know what you mean - surprising how comfy it is when you first get on it! I've done about 1.5k miles on mine now, sometimes riding for up to 3 hours at a time and it's grand! Thanks for the comment!
@@fourleafrider7470 I`ve done approx 50,000 miles on mine and have toured France and Scotland on it. A superb machine
Love my zx9r
I’m 6’3” would I fit without looking goofy ? What about other options still in sportbikes sector
I have a blackbird XX 1100 but more I see the zx9r it's making me want to buy one
Mine 9 is the purple silver & black, awesome bikes
With the turquoise streaks going up the side of the fairing and tail unit?... If so, I have the same colour scheme on my 2000 e1 9r.
awesome content!!! i love my 89 zx9r my first bike and last bike lol
Great review!! I have a blue one all original....1500€!!
All you say is true! Get one when they are still cheap.
Fast ...very fast...(same test say less than 10' the 400 meters!!!comfy and frugal on gas.! And i ride it hard!!
A very well build machine.
No way I will spend 3 o 4 more money...on something else...that give me less,🤣
Enjoy your Kawasaki,💪
I just bought a 98 zx 9 and it's pretty cool
Brilliant video.
always liked them, last of the big carbed big sports bikes.
Nice video, and a great looking late registered E1, ride safe 👍
Thanks mate - some machine!
I’m 6”2 would the bike be okay for long distance travelling?
Im 6”1 and it’s perfect for me
Parabéns pela tua aquisição 💚 tenho uma igual só é verde comprei nova e tenho sempre estimada foi a mota dos meus sonhos não a vou vender. Adoro rodar o punho nela atinge facilmente a velocidade máxima divertimo andar nela, dois em um, passeio e desportiva, desejo-te muitas alegrias na tua bike ZX9R.
fico feliz em ouvir isso. obrigado pelo seu comentário. espero que você mantenha seu ZX9R por muitos mais anos 👍
@12:58 "Nothing has given me as much joy as this bike, not even close." Sums up the ZX-9R C/E/F series. I too have taken quite a few new bikes for test rides, those short rides onto public roads the manufacturers put on in groups at race tracks. You step off one of their bikes and onto another. The newer bikes don't have this or that or are weird or jerky or uncomfortable or too small too large, what did they do here and why? etc.... but the ZX-9R just fits and ticks all the boxes pretty handily. I think you may have found our forum (incredibleidiot) member's video review. ruclips.net/video/24d3UQJxARg/видео.html Much like yours, his was fun to watch too.
Completely agree! Yep thats the review I referenced in the video who said he was shaking when he got off it the first time 😂. Great bike, hard to beat!
100%
perfect review, thanks!
I was thinking about one, what has worried me is the carb sync, is it worth dealing with?
I haven’t done any carb syncing yet as the carbs were fully serviced and synced about 2k miles ago. To be honest, come the time when they need looked at again I’ll probably pay to get it done. I can do fluids and brakes no probs but engine and carbs are a bit beyond what I’m comfortable with!
Hello, and how is the availability of parts for this motorcycle?.
As far as I know parts are fairly easy to get. I recently found a generator and a regulator online very easily.
@@fourleafrider7470 would you share me the websites please
I daily one of these in Australia. It's only my 2nd bike after my ZR7 got sandwiched. I can feel the weight difference between this and a colleges 2nd gen Hayabusa. I am 60kg and set my forks to hard as it seemed too wollowy when I bought it. I find it's happiest tootaling no lower than 3500rpm.
A ZX9R and a Hayabusa should definitely feel different no doubt! There’s about 40kg difference i think. Do you commute on it? At 60kg you’re about half my weight. Based on my limited knowledge I’d imagine that adjusting the preload on the shock would make the biggest difference to suspension feel rather than damping and compression adjustments - have you played around with sag? .I’ve heard people say different things low rpm on this bike, some say happy at 2000rpm, some say not happy untill 4000rpm. I reckon the difference probably due to fuelling set up and carbs. Mine is happy from 3000rpm, but tbh i rarely ride below 4000rpm.
Just bought a 2000 E1, 18k miles in green, absolutely mint condition £1800 with a good few extras and i love it
I live at nearly 7,000 feet and we have pretty cold winters. Can the carbs handle that altitude and low temps?
No idea to be honest, you’d need to ask someone who knows more than me mechanically! 👍
You will need to adjust the carb.
If not it will loose a lot of power at that altitude.
@@lajosnagy6356 I think you are right. The bike runs fine but feels closer to 100bhp than the original 140. Also, it has a high idle - nearly 3k. Makes for an interesting experience when coming up to a stoplight....I'll fiddle with the carbs when things warm up a little and these fierce New Mexico winds have calmed down
I have an E2 model. Great bikes.
I've just sold my Aprilia Mille for a 2003 ZX9R 15k for £3000, had a mille for 2 years and another for 2 years. I'm 53 with a dodgy crushed disc. Fed up with the riding position and feathering the heavy clutch.
On a test ride I noticed how wide the tank is, it parts your legs more. Mirrors work well. Brakes are lacking tho. No fuel light, just a tap. Vibration is noticeable. Unlike the Aprilia.
otherwise those are the only negatives.
ps. I won't be going as fast as you!!! 😂
Thanks for the comment mate. I wasn't familiar with the Aprilia Mille until I looked it up just now but looks like a nice bike. Luckily the brakes on my ZX9R were swapped out from the 6 pot callipers to 4 pot callipers before I bought it and I believe they're quite a bit better. The brakes on mine are plenty strong. Vibration is noticeable yes, but not as noticeable as on the Honda VFR 800 I had before with its big V4 engine! Enjoy your new bike and safe riding!
Cheers, good review btw, yeah, mine has the 4 pots but it's had 11 owners in 15,000 miles so I doubt it's been serviced well if much. I expect they've just sold it on. It'll be getting a big service very soon.
I do agree with you on the great power delivery in any gear. It's a brilliant all rounder. I did look at loads of other bikes, the VFR like you had. loads of midrange bikes. I was to sell my two bikes and spend £4k but decided on £3100 for one and keep two bikes.
@@fourleafrider7470I've had the carbs stripped and cleaned, would you believe it, all the valves needed shimming! All closed up. Oil wasn't nice.
Front brakes need new seal kits fitting this week.
It's very off beat and gruff for a 4 cylinder engine but once I pull away it smooths out and growls like a banshee.
Did a trip to Belgium in late July with luggage and I found out that it doesn't like super unleaded AT ALL. To the point it feels like it's going leave me stranded. Once I'd put a few tanks of ordinary unleaded through it was fine. I have tried this a few times now. My mates who do my servicing also found this out while refilling the tank after sorting the carbs. Even putting a little super unleaded into the tank of unleaded found it contaminated the unleaded and it wouldn't run!
I have a 99 Zx9r with 48,xxx mikes and she purrs like a kitten still.
Ride it just as much if not more than my Zx10r and FZ10
Should have got a Black bird if u want torque and power with all day comfort 4 a good price
Have an 97 agree with all said!!!😁
Great bike I wouldn't call it a beast. Had to rev the crap out of it to get it really moving. I was more impressed with the Gsxr 1000 from same time period.
Ive road these zx9rs too and ive got a 02 gsxr 1000 its way more advanced, these zx9rs were quick but gixxer from same will eat it up
e1 is the 2000 model
I have exactly the same model n colour bike. Needs TLC but handles and runs sweet as a beat on the meat 🥩
Mines Green and Purple, no navy.
Stunning bike, but never forget. The police breaking laws is old now, they are all currpt and never stop for them