@Grannys Gusset I mean, if they see you, just bolt out of there. Most of the time they won't even bother, when you think you're far enough away just enter the first out you see and from there it's all about knowing where to go.
@Grannys Gusset damn Grandma... you're getting old .. when I see the cops behind me, coming towards me , passing me or looking at me I just drop a gear and disappear
I heard the ‘14 had the most insane throttle response. So I bought one. Moved up from a xz6r 636 and a triumph sprint st. There is nothing else like this bike. Comfortable. Fast. Incredible looking.
That was my transition....600 Triumph, Triumph Sprint 955....traded the Sprint in for a brand new in the crate never test rode red 2006 zx14 and loved it and kept it for 12 years and 70000 kms and then bought another
@@arturama8581 My zx14 got full system Yoshi and ecu flash. So it's fully unlocked. The throttle response is still very easy and smooth, just don't poke it with the stick.
@@arturama8581 .....I bought mine new in 06, it was weak as water in the first 3 gears until I removed those pesky flies. I immediately got a pc3 and a Brocks gen3. I put zx10 wheels on it and a few years later put a Brocks alienhead on it and mapped it for e85. It made 195 hp and 113ftlbs .
Covered 156,000 miles on these bikes i own two,a gen1 with 140,000 and a gen 2 with 16,000 miles - toured USA,Alaska, Mexico and all over Europe - great bikes!!!
I bought my 2020 because I had gotten bored from riding cruisers for more than 30 years. The ZX-14R will make you feel young again...but your age (wisdom) will keep you safe. I also recently purchased a YZ250 2-stroke for a little fun off-road.
Maybe that's the answer for safely riding a bike like this then? Age? I was 45+ yrs when I bought the zx14. Wisdom comes with years, they say. On the other hand, I've got these 2 riding friends that are older than me. One (64yrs) kisses the tarmac at least once a year. Right now he's recovering from a (bad) runaway Zero (e-bike) accident. The other one is pushing 70 and goes absolutely berzerk on his HP4. So maybe it isn't age after all and some people just have more selfdisciplin? One thing I'm sure of: if I hadn't worn real good (Dainese) body protection when I crashed the ZX, I would have been off much worse. My right side knee, shoulder and elbow caps were all broken in half and I was only doing some 50mph when my flying lesson started. The flight was good btw. The landing was a bit less pleasant. Rubber side down guys.
I have a 2019 ZX14R and absolutely LOVE IT!! She’s equipped with a Brocks Titanium exhaust system (single right side muffler), a Sprint air cleaner and an ECU flash from Don Guhl. Also put a GPR steering stabilizer on as well…for added safety. She’s a very gentle lady…or…a WITCH if you want to open her up…STUPID FAST/QUICK..HANG ON TO THE BROOMSTICK!!!! However, at 70-75 mph and a mellow wrist, I’ve been getting 39.8 mpg while cruising the highways or country roads!! I’m VERY HAPPY with that kind of mileage from this bike!! I truly believe she’d get 40 plus mpg if the ride was 100% highway with no stop signs and cruising at 75-80 mph. This is a wonderful bike but deserves THE UTMOST RESPECT and I WOULD NOT recommend it to anyone that has little experience on motorcycles!!! She WILL KILL YOU if you DON’T respect her!!! Safe travels and Peace n Smiles!! 🙏😃
I keep reading where people are only getting 39-41 mpg. I get 44-46 mpg on mine but I’m running low power also. I see no need for high power unless I’m racing. You would leave 90% of cars in low power
I took mine to the drag strip and talk about poor fuel mileage I happened to look down at my MPG meter and at 137 in 3rd gear I was getting 5.3 mpg. and had three gears left to go.
The best bike I’ve ever owned.. 2007 ZX14 now with 80,000 kms just came back from an 8 day road trip. GIVI side and top cases and your good to go. Love love this bike
I agree. Name any performance bike or car that returns great MPG. That's not why you buy one. I loved my 2012. I lost it in a fire, and will buy the last 2022 year model. In the US, they are $17K out the door. Not an expensive bike for the pedigree. I just hope they don't announce a supercharged ZX15R for 2023 ; )
@@tvdinner325 I think ZZR is in it's end of life era. I'm about 99% sure that it'll be replaced with the H-series. Which is of course isn't a bad thing.
ZX 14 owner here in the U.S . I totally agree with you on everything , I am 54 and have mine for 2 years .Best bike I have ever owned and it’s well worth, the weight , the expenses, the speeding tickets , because when you twist that throttle….men!!
Good to hear from a rider like myself , You listen to a review like this blokes Says , and think bullshit , just because Your scared to ride , doesn't mean I Have to give up rideing , my 14r is 2013 I brought it in 2015 , and have 58,000 km On it now , I Had a car accident and Spent 8 months recovering, my legs were Smashed , don't have the same strength In them , the point I am makeing is , that How well Balanced bike they are , to Heavy people go , I am 60 years old , Ride it hard , G.K Have you had young Blokes ask you how he'll do you ride like That . So Quick in the corners , I say To them just because you get Older Doesn't mean you forget how to ride You given me a Boost , I only a young Bugger , another 10 Years on the left On the old Girl
Just a update , I sold the Old Girl And he right to much of a bike For Old Blokes , Bullshit, I brought The Limited Edition with OHLIN'S Suspension , it Maped 209HP at back This one with the Suspension ( took a couple Days to Dial it in for the roads ) had to soften It up was hard as a bullet . It one Quick bike I was rideing it in the wet , Full power range No problems , just short shift and nothing Changed if your to Heavy on the throttle It light back wheel up , traction control Kick in and this one has a better back Brake , had it lock up , no problem Anti- Lock kick in , you see the advantages Of a modern bike you don't have to be Scared , you forget we were rideing bikes With no Aids at one stage , but I like the Modern aids , they make it safer , and our Brains might be a bit tired 😫 , but we all Know one that comes with age is wisdom Don't Respect it , will bite you , I love this Style of bike , Busa are also a great bike
Have a 2012 with 13k miles,flashed with full Akrapovic,Ohlins rear,booster. Graphs, 215 rwhp,and 127ft/lb. So 225 rwhp with ram Air. Guess I'll keep this one. Beast....
I agree with all your points ... but I've had my ZX14R since 2014 and it's the best bike I've ever owned 🙂 I'm always looking for something to replace it with, and while some do a couple things better / different, there's still just nothing better than the big ZX.
Had zx14 for 12 years then upgraded to the zx14r 3 years ago. 110,000 kilometres....thats with other vehicles . I think thats a world record for length of ownership. They spoil you for other bikes. The motor pulls you up if you go too hard in a corner. Tyres are $A 650 a pair. Ive done over 10,000 kms on a rear.Iridium Plugs last 30,000 kms and are very awkward to replace. Drive chain lasts for years. Brakes last because of the strong engine braking. The handling is amazing but the adjustment is fiddly. They handle dirt and gravel and poor quality road surfacing. I fitted a higher screen and heli Bar risers. I can now sit upright at 140. The foot pegs are high. Though at high speed the pegs are good and the bars too high. As 200+ is not an average speed thats fine. They are reliable , well made, comfortable machines, one of the best motorcycles of all time. I get 38 mpg average. Thats open road use, nothing like Southern England , with a village every 5 miles, and congested towns. Average, 140 to 180. The zx14 i had would dip to 25 mpg if you push it to 250. The zx14r is more economical and also has eco mode. They are a Premium machine not a basic commuter so expect it to cost you a lot but not at a ridiculous level, like a v8 . Wait there's more. There is no tedious travelling, no winding down the road. Just dial the horizon towards you. Hang back behind a car or line of cars and accelerate....in 6th....as soon as theres a place to overtake. Restrain yourself from exploiting limited oppurtunities to overtake. The grunt takes a while to get used to, just make sure you are ready for rentry. The bike runs on auto pilot or minimum input. It never heads forvthe verge should you sightsee for half a minute.
I agree, bought a 2016 PS model a couple of months ago - still getting use to it. However what a machine quick & comfortable - just have to control the right wrist!!!
@@iantaylor2789 I got used to the acceleration in time...but not the full high speed....public roads are not safe and no Autobahn....lucky if the road is sealed. I found early on if I had gone in too fast on a corner that the engine pulled me up....so drama always composed...even on uneven secondary country roads in Australia, which are all chewed up by road trains
Thanks for the good info. I own GTR 1400 and would like to trade to ZZR gen 2, Performance Sport 2016 (Brembo, Öhlins, Akrapovic). Insurance is much more expensive and riding position more sport, so maybe not good for my neck and hands. ZZR is about 50 kg lighter and more powerful (+60 hp) which is very good. ZZR is more expensive as well. Anyway, I probably go for it... :)
@@herkko61 its not a full sports bike anyway, its not like a 600 that you can only ride for an hour. Higher screen and bar risers are cheap and increase the comfort. The stock seat is tilted forward. Modifying so its flatter this helps again.
@@buddhastaxi666 Maxing out ZZR is pretty damn scary on normal roads. I've done it few times and I still remember the first time. Full on from 100. Next time I managed to glance speedo it showed about 260, which was my previous max speed ever and it felt almost no time at all from that "the sound, what happened?" glanced the clocks again and realized it's not going to go faster. After that I stopped and began to wonder the distance it all happened to braking back to 100 and I realized that it was something like maybe less than 3km's in total. After that the respect for the bike and the thought "This is definitely not good idea to try to do constantly or I'll be in coffin within very short time" 😀
Just got mine , it was used 2019 , I have it on low power as a new rider , I Fear the bike and Respect! the power Had a V star 1300 , then a Gsxr 600 , then I saw a channel called the busa killer! It's Amazing! , the power! , yet you can just Cruise on it! My Gsxr demands power! Once you ride a ZX14 R you won't want Anything Else! Enjoy brothers , im 52 and if I can do it , so can you , my bike came with handle bar rizers , much more Comfortable 😊
I've had a couple Blackbirds and really loved them, those needed bar risers as well but a great bike, I've just hit 50 and was recently looking at this ZZR1400 bike only to be told it's discontinued, I don't want full on sports but these are my inbetween before I'm too old for proper fun, time for some shopping.
It's a good bike, I had the 2014 se model but no way near to be the best for me. it's a bit bland and lacks character I got bored riding it. I prefer the r1 or tuono 1100 over zx14.
@@Fearless154 That's why they make so many different bikes :) I once owned a stripped Mitsubishi Pajero. That car had character. Because of the lack of weight in the back, the back always tried to overtake the front cornering. But, if you timed it well, stepped on it just before the corner, it drifted perfectly and quite fast through the corner. What people call 'character', are most commonly design faults, quircks or even defects in a vehicle, that you turn into a quality.
It is expensive my rear tire cost me over 230$ not installed and my insurance is pretty high worth it to ride such a beast! Mine is a 2007 has full brocks exhaust, power commander, knn air filter, and stainless steel brake lines. The brake lines are a must especially if you have the crossover to the second caliper makes braking much better!!! I’ve gone over 160 feels great!!!
Been riding a ZZR1400 2009 for 10 yrs. Maintenance isn't really that expensive. It largely depends on how you ride it (and doing some things yourself helps). Pulling wheelies at every light will demolish your chain in no time, but that's a general. It's a heavy bike but it will lift it's front wheel even in 3rd with ease without using the clutch. I did about 50.000km with my first chain. Second was to be replaced soon. Tyre wear is more dependend on cruising speeds. High speeds eats tyres. Especially on heavy bikes. But I did over 12.000km with the rear and double for the front. Michelin Road Pilot GT (rear) set me back some €180 and the front plain Road Pilot was €130-€140. Totall loss end of 2019 :(
@@jonasbaine3538 Long story short: I f*cked up. I was in traffic on the highway, watching a guy in a car behind me in my mirrors (he had tried to be my duo with his car several times) and when I looked in front of me, there was a car standing still some 4ft in front of me, while I was doing 45mph. I managed to get the bike to the left (closest) side and it more or less grazed the car, instead of hitting it full on. I got a free flying lesson and the bike somehow (debris?) got a 1/2"hole punched in the engine block gliding over the highway. A piece of metal from that hole broke off into the gears with the engine still running. Amazing how much damage a small piece of aluminium can cause. I only broke some ribs. But luckily my suit did what it was made for: right side shoulder-, elbow- and kneecaps all broke in half, but my shoulder, elbow and knee were 100% OK.
@@arturama8581 Thank you for sharing your story. This was something basic but we always forget about the basics and this is so important to share with us that, at the end it always help so we can be always slert. Take care Art! Thanks again! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😉
@@jacobreqps4760I'm 6'3 260 no problems. Raise the handlebars up with some risers and you're good to go. Your back will thank you. You still getting aggressive stance if you want doesn't affect it at all.
i actually started on this bike 😂 before you ask i had tried many other bikes after i got some experience and time on the ZX14R but still i would choose this bike over any other bikes. but that's just me.
I started with ZX9R and then went for ZZR1400. Latter is kinda easier to ride to be honest. They're really tame unless you purposely feed it. I also taught my girlfriend to ride with ZX9R. She had only ridden moped like 15 years ago for few km's 😊
As a long time owner, this list is pretty well spot on. Though if you have the discipline to not over use the power, you can also avoid getting tickets. On a side note, Bridgestone makes a sport touring tire T30 that is available in a GT spec for the heavier bikes. They last nearly twice as long as stock tires and I found they do very well in the wet and handle great for normal street riding.
Been riding for 42 years and have owned 2 ZX14's. A 2007 and currently have a 2012 14R. You hit the nail on the head. Respect this bike and its power or you're dead. That simple. But, it is an absolute "E" ticket ride every time you throw your leg over. I don't find it to be that heavy, I guess it depends on what you do with it on a beautiful weekend ride. What I find more of a problem anymore is not with this bike or any other bike you ride, it's these cagers who want to play lane jockey or can't put the damn phone down and drive. Anyway, be safe out there rider.
Spot on with the cager's my man. Riding in metro area's will get ya killed, even IF you ride safe. I ride Aggressive Defensive. I get to the lead of the pack and clean air, then relax.
I started on a 2012 zx14r full bolt on, lowered and stretched, learned how to drag race to.. been riding for 8 years now. Anyone that is interested in a zx14r. GET ONE.
I have a 13 zx14-r (states), bought new now having 23,700 miles on it. I am not the typical straight liner this bike has an unfortunate reputation as. I like the scrape the pegs. And I realize that in no way this bike can out handle a lightweight supersport in the hands of a experienced track rider, but on the street and even on the track, this bike is quite capable of strong and satisfying performance as far as taking turns. It's quite humorous when on occasion I run into a squid on their 600 only to find me passing them on the inside of a corner at 90mph. And I'm not saying this happens all the time, or I'm some magnificent rider, but the fact is, and we all know it, today's lightweight supersports are so far beyond what average street riders are capable of using, that the zx-14r is something more like the liter bikes of the 80s and 90s. Yes, it's heavier (you can drop quite a bit of weight just by replacing the exhaust) but it's not any heavier than the "supersports" of those eras which all were around the 550-600lb range. I run sport tires, such as M7RRs, Rosso IIs, Q3s, and S20s (S20 EVO 2s or other Bridgestone's NOT recommended based on my experience). I typically get around 3-5k miles out of a set of tires, and am most satisfied when the sides are as used up as the center tread. This is a super fun bike and easy to have fun with. And if one is inclined, and doesn't get it in their head that this is only a "drag bike" or good for a "200 mph cross country jaunt" this bike is quite capable of boogey woogeying through turns. As mentioned, if I could magically change anything about it would be of course lower weight, and perhaps thinner lowers. If you scrape the pegs you will find scuff marks on the lowers. But that's OK, that's what touch up paint is for.
I had a yamaha VMAX, and it was heavy, and I would go through tires quick! One time I put a car tire in the back, and it lasted a very long time! (Like they used to do it in the 1960's) I'd take it to the dragstrip, and it had so much traction, that I would run 11's, popping wheelies on every gear!..lol..!!
ZZR1400 is indeed fairly nimble bike. I had '98 ZX9R and after that I went for ZZR1400. When I first went to test ride it I was bit skeptical that would it be fun bike, but pretty much immediately, like within first km of riding I got that "holy shit, this is almost more nimble than my previous bike". Sure ZX had more so-to-say aggressive steering and it kinda almost wanted to throw itself leaning, but ZZR really isn't that far off. On the other I was almost bit scared to test ride it as I thought engine could be quite intimidating, but it's much more easier to ride than the ZX was. I had the ZZR for sale at one point and one guy called me that is it way too much for 600 rider with few years of experience and I was like "Absolutely not, unless you whip the thing on purpose". Thing on ZZR is that, albeit it's indeed quite heavy bike, it's center of gravity is really low. My friend who owns GS test rode my bike and he was astound how "low weighted" bike felt to him. He had owned ie. GSXR before, so not only GS.
@@mikethebike7372 Don't know what you're after. That's not really what I said, but that HAS happened. My point is even a "big" or "drag" bike like 14R can go around turns a lot better than ...well people like you...think.
@@rimfire2642 You have a good sport touring bike with a lot more giddy up than turning ability , same with the Hayabusa. I have a ZX-10 w/180 @ the wheel but it turns though not nearly as comfortable as your bike. Ride with a quick group have qtr mil. miles some on the track. Anyone who passed on the inside of a corner would not ride with us again that's what a Squid does. No more comment from me.
I''ve owned two ZX14's, a 2007 and a 2012 and the bike never felt big to me. Even at low speeds around city. The ZX14R has been out for 11 yrs now and it's still a phenomenal bike.
@@Topnikko Yea, I capice. But, some of the features were not fully deployed until 2013, though the first 2 years of it they were still developing stuff.(Meaning the 2nd gen stuff) Just AX me how I know. And some of the really newer version 2021+ got better software.
Love the video. Great advice for the big bikes. I have a 2011 BMW K1300s. It gets better mileage in that I have gone 220 miles (354km) on one tank keeping out of the throttle. 180 miles or 289km if it’s a spirited ride. I prefer shaft drive to chain. I would love to own the zzr1400 just for fun, for the long winding roads of Colorado. Have fun on that bike guys!
I am on my second Super Blackbird. 1998 back in 2006 and just got another 1998 few months ago. Two Bros slip on 33 Kmiles. 😀 Wiik get ZX14 or zx 12 but this I will also keep my Bird. Too powerful Super friendly 🚀😂😂😂👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😉
I have a fast gen 1 and it's the best I've ridden. It's comfortable as a lazyboy, it handles great, it has great brakes and its fast af . I can only imagine how a gen 2 would be, I'd love to have one
Toured all off Europe and averaged between 160miles to 180 to a tank if your only getting 120 either your doing alot off stop start,or pinning it everywhere 👍
I ride mine back and forth to work (all highway) and I routinely get 180 per tank with still more than a gallon left. It's all about wrist control...something that isn't always easy on these beasts.
@@imabeliever244 the only need for wrist control when riding a high power bike is to maintain a low speed that is far beneath the capabilities of the bike. Which is pointless and cumbersome during long rides or for daily commute. By buying a low cc bike like the Grom or the MT15, you can run the bike at optimal performance while not having to worry about going to fast, thus ensuring a relaxed and pleasurable commute for the rider.
@@hassanjamal4212 Again, define "slow". I don't think you fully understand what my comment said, but I'll just have to assume that it's because your ego gets in the way of cognizant thought processes.
Another good video. They are big not much fun in heavy traffic. But they are a bike to get on and do a lot of comfortable milage on .I've got a jen 1 and get 200 miles on a tank the jen2 is fueled heavier to give more grunt at lower revs which you will not get 40 to the gallon. My jen 1 is an absolute dream to ride at low speed or at high speed if your brave enough. Twist that throttle and watch every thing behind disappear. That engine is the gift that just fills you with excitement every time you put a leg over it.
And which bike is fun in heavy traffic??? Heavy traffic is heavy traffic- nobody has fun in heavy traffic. But if can handle traffic not worse than any other bike
Every reason not to purchase outlined in this video is precisely why I DID purchase mine. You sir undervalue discipline and skill. The bike does ride the rider.
Even after that im STILL going to buy a 2016 ZZR 1400 I just LOVE the look and shear power (on tap if wanted) my only concern was the very good point about filtering a very valid point. I think i will just have to put up with that though.
I am on my second Super Blackbird. 1998 back in 2006 and just got another 1998 few months ago. Two Bros slip on 33 Kmiles. 😀 Wiik get ZX14 or zx 12 but I will also keep my Bird. Too powerful Super friendly 🚀😂😂😂👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😉
I started riding earlier this year and bought a 2022 Kawasaki Z650 in February and by the time March ended I had a 2007 ZX14. I love it so much and ride it everyday.
Wednesday getting closer delivery day for my 2018 performance sport. Insurance isn't bad got quoted £230 but I've a 2010 so going multi bike which is £440 for both and keeping it at a garage which isn't my address so happy.
I Absolutely Love my 2006 ZX14 Bought it as a left over in 2007 and never looked back. Power Commander mapped to a Muzzy exhaust. Unbelievably Scary at times! I've been riding like 40 years now and still maintain a certain level of Fear & Respect for that Beast. Always wear my gear. Looking forward to seeing how the 2012's and up feel. Stay safe everyone and have a Great riding season!
2013 and up to be more precise. But if ya ever get a shot to hop on an H2 or even worse an H2R do not even think about passin on that. The THRILL will never leave your soul.
My dad has one and even being on the back is really comfortable there really good bikes with a decent price range. My dad says the only problem is the fact his hands go numb after a while.
Couldn't agree more with all the positive comments! It has the ability to behave and go slow, but it's mind-blowing when you open it up. It's a totally different bike with the full Brock's Pentacarbon exhaust! Dropped 42 pounds and sounds amazing, WAY better handling (it handled really well stock)! I also went up on the rear tire to a 55 (Michelin Road 6) and now the handling is quite sharp, not the razor blade of a 600, but VERY responsive. Love my bike!
Had my 14 for ten years, as of today just 500 miles shy of 60000 miles, still going strong, not sure why he said clutch is heavy. Fells like others to me. Oh well. Yes tires wear out quickly, but need the best traction possible.
my 2014 zx14 ,if ridden at normal highway speeds, would get 50 mpg. with a 5.8 gallon tank i could easily go 200 miles before filling up.where do you get 130 miles from?
I LOVE my ZX14R ABS SE! Best Bike I ever owned. I've had numerous Bikes over my 58 year Riding Adventures. This is the ONLY Bike I ever had where I wasn't thinking about what to get next.
I myself call my 2010 ZX14 "the violin". Violins hv achieved the perfection we see today, in the late XVIIs. Rare things could be improved on both. On this ZX, the horn, that died at 25k km and needed handlebar raiser due to my 190cm hight. That's all. Fuel consumption 16km/L pays the pleasure in riding this 200hp engine. Very good breaks. As a rider since 12yo, now 70, I never paid bike insurance, which fee I consider as a theft, so this is not an issue. Hv Fun!
I have one, and yes, it is the best in the world. So stable and powerful ! I live in Greece, and the insurance is only 110 € / year ! The expenses (gas, maintainance…) depend where you live. And it is true, it is not a bike for everybody, expensive but when you love, you make sacrifices. If you want a cheap, slow and agile in city, 2 wheels, buy a moped ! 😉
2020 ZX-14R. When I first got it and barely hit the throttle and my head snapped back...I almost took it back to the dealership...(Insert Bill Cosby's 200mph joke here). My cousin who hadn't ridden a Bike in a very long time and nothing as powerful as mine, wanted to ride it. Our older cousin who is an experienced veteran rider said "No Cruz, you don't want to get on this one. Trust me, it'll kill you or hurt you, if you're not used to the throttle on this thing. It's a monster. Don't get on that bike". Lol...
Bought mine new 2014 ohlins suspension. Will be my last bike. 160ks to work and back, on one of the best motorcycle roads I have riden. Weather only allows a few dozen commutes per year. Great bike.
Really good video, nice to get all the useful info without all the noise that's typical of so many bigger channels. I ride a Super Tenere with 38.5" bars and have very little trouble filtering anywhere, I can't imagine a zzr is that bad for beating congestion. If I thought I could afford an extra bike I wouldn't let the zzr's width put me off.
Yes they are fast. 6 points to prove it lol. Cop said he was doing 130 and I was pulling away from him. Prosecuted for 90 in a 60, not all cops are bad, and I was Guilty. But the 14,, yep, brilliant, does everything, even through winter. I use my bikes for 20mile trip to work. Look after it, it will look after you. 👍😎🐢
Germany 🇩🇪 France 🇫🇷 and Norway 🇳🇴 are very friendly country's for these bikes, if u want to do the tourdee France and enjoy the bike to its full' potential!" U will have a great' time without any unnecessary hassles ha haha 😄 ,,for me this is still' the best around bike in the world!"""
Just took delivery of my zx14. The bummer is it is just before Christmas and now I have to wait several months to get her out on the road. But hey I can visit with her every day at work as she is stored in an nice warm and safe place!
Hello, I am the president of the ZZR 1400 Italia club. It is difficult to support the theses I saw in the video but everyone is free to think as they see fit. The ZZR 1400 is a fantastic project, born to counter the dominance of the Busa (after the zx12r) and gradually became the representation of a special driving model: very fast tourism. It is one of the motorbikes with which you can do quiet tourism in two with a very charged bike but also remove the paint on the steps of the supersports. Obviously it was not born for the track or for touring like a BMW GT. however, it is a motorcycle that manages to reconcile many of these aspects. Unfortunately it is condemned by Euro 4, Kawasaki's new compressed engine course does not appeal to me nor to the members of my group, in fact only two people have switched to the H2Sx. I can only say long live the ZZR, as long as there are some left.
I own ZZR1400 (2009), a Hayabusa and two Blackbirds. I think that the ZX14R is the most expensive one. But when it comes to valve level adjustment, for all bikes it will cost a lot. The ZX14R is a beautiful bike. Some maintenance activities, will take longer as for some other bikes.
I'm 50, have a Suzi 750 commuter tho have mostly ridden Katanas (81&83) which I love. Always thought I'd get a Busa but I'm picking up a 2014 today. The power is a concern but I'm sure looking forwards to some mod cons eg a new braking system. Katana brakes lol..... Thanks for your vid.
Congrat for the 6 fair warnings. I am the owner one zzr 1400 since quite a number of years. I shall not sell it although many times people offer me nice prises. If one respects these characteristics you mentioned you might not get in trouble. I am to old and experienced to try out the limits of this machine on the public road since I can feel it widely outranges mine as a skilled (but realistic) driver and motor instructor.
Surprisingly the price wasn't as high as I'd thought. If I'd sat on one last week then id probably own one but x4 40th anniversary bikes purchased this week and we're meant to be buying a house so there's no hope atm. This is definitely a bike I'll own soon. I didn't realise 1000+cc bikes were street rideable.
The best bike I've ever owned and rode ! I'm not 1 as 4 bullshitting but after a life of bikes with a small break in the midst I'm now 68 and I'm looking 4wards 2 I hope many more years on the most amazing bike wether old or young this bikes exhilarating and intoxicatingly p4mance yet with a hell of a good range of those safety aspects that are designed 2 look after you ? It does and 2 ride it this will be what you find ! Me I'd say divvent hesitate if you're in the main experienced and wanting the sort of feeling you get from excitement 🤗🤔😜😉👍
Here is my review of the review XD. 1... I love to pin the throttle and also turn 30 this year...Still kickin'. 2... Got mine for $3k. Cheaper than most bikes you'll see. And they go at a pretty decent price now days anyway. It cost the same for maintanance as my missus zzr600... Same spark plugs, Filter and oil. Tyres get around the same kms too unless I'm powerskidding more than usual. 3... 7.2l/100km and I thrash it. But when I ride nicely, I get about 350km to a tank. Its about the same as the misso on the 600. Bigger tank (24L)but still worth it. And still cheaper than a car. 4... Yes... Its heavy on paper... But its also very well balanced and the weight is nice and low so it does not feel as heavy. It has suprised myself and anyone I get to sit on my 14 how light it feels compared to reviews that talk it up. I dropped mine in a friends driveway once when the ground under the stand was too high. It was noticibly heavy compared to say the 600 or definitly 250's but still easy enough to pickup by myself. 5... Yes again... Its wide for sure. Though my brother has a ZZR1200 and that is far wider. I still filter and ride throughout the city quite often but if you're in a city with narrow traffic lanes, it might not be ideal for you. 6... I would usually say the same... But I had a 125 cagiva for a few weeks and almost lost my license. I have had my zx14 for over 3 years and I don't think I have recieved 1 ticket for it yet... Best part yet, they can ticket what they cant catch XD
2015 performance sport, bought new; ex Kwak uk show bike; can’t imagine being without it; does anything I want from commuting to annihilating all comers four wheels and two - - - but you really do have to watch the speed - - - simply awesome bike.
I was truly being picky about it in this one, echoing you're exact comment, none of the issues I listed were reasons I wouldn't buy another one in a heartbeat. But at the same time, I know some people may find the points I made to be valid concerns, especially around the whole city riding issue. Just trying to be honest with everyone 🙂 thank you for the feedback. The ZZR1400 is the best motorcycle I have ever ridden!
I’ve owned two. Lovely bikes. But eventually you realise that you just can’t use all the performance (or half of it for that matter) for the reasons you covered and because there are more comfortable and manageable ways to ride at ‘normal’ speeds, so you sell and move on. One thing you have to take into account on a bike such as the ZZR is the abundance of terrible drivers on the roads, they just don’t see you because they are not concentrating. Overtake a line of cars at your peril……
Totally agree - sold my ZZR14 and got a Pan Euro. This seems like a bizarre choice but speed cameras are popping everywhere and removal of one's licence was inevitable even for minor throttle infringements (5,000 rpms and already just over 100mph). The Pan Euro gives a slightly different thrill in that you never quite know if it is going do a little 'Pan weave' and try to kill you :)
ZZR is quite comfortable, but that power is deadly tempting thing on it. Like my friend who test rode my bike said after on "Nice, you can feel it wanting to be fed constantly" with grin. I'm likely going to buy ADV as next bike and been planning to sell my ZZR1400, but I've come into conclusion that it delivers that performance that I'd begin to mourn after immediately, so I'll likely keep it even after getting another bike ❤
Your last point is relevant to all motorcyclists and drivers. My riding instructor told me "Always assume that everyone else on the road is trying to kill you". With over 10 years of riding and driving without having any accidents, that advice has saved my bacon countless times both on a motorcycle and in a car.
@@snipey14 Like the bug in the Men in Black movie, Physics does not lie, nor does the subconscious perceive the bike and rider as a threat or be wary of. But then again there are folks who miss and duel with tractors and trailers.
Reading comments and started to laugh, this is were i knew it, all one's of zx14 would make comments. Me too love her, with all upgrades, to a point that I'm not at the drag strip. There fantastic for any rides though long straights to windy mountain's. Found Diablo coursa 2 or the battlelax s22, are the best out of all for her. I had her since new 2013.
i own a zx14r got it two months ago, its a really fun bike, i want to turbo it but thats gonna cost alot. but yes $2,300 USD for a year on full coverage very expensive to ensure, thats mainly how kawiasakis are in the US at least.
I am happy to live in a country where police doesn't give a fuck about speeding motorcyclists. At all. Was really surprised to know that you can get a speeding ticket on a bike in other countries.
To late, I got one, and I totally love it
It’s a travel friend,and it is just awesome.
@Grannys Gusset I mean, if they see you, just bolt out of there.
Most of the time they won't even bother, when you think you're far enough away just enter the first out you see and from there it's all about knowing where to go.
@Grannys Gusset (not condoning speeding, just in case you didn't know you were going too fast)
@Grannys Gusset damn Grandma... you're getting old .. when I see the cops behind me, coming towards me , passing me or looking at me I just drop a gear and disappear
You just gave me 6 reasons to go buy one
Agree!
7th Reason, I need it to breathe right.
I heard the ‘14 had the most insane throttle response. So I bought one. Moved up from a xz6r 636 and a triumph sprint st.
There is nothing else like this bike. Comfortable. Fast. Incredible looking.
That was my transition....600 Triumph, Triumph Sprint 955....traded the Sprint in for a brand new in the crate never test rode red 2006 zx14 and loved it and kept it for 12 years and 70000 kms and then bought another
Maybe older models. I own a 2014 se model and it doesn't get more friendly than that. Even a new rider can manage the throttle on this bike.
@@Fearless154 Until you remove or electrically activate the second flies. Then it turns into The Tasmanian Devil.
@@arturama8581 My zx14 got full system Yoshi and ecu flash. So it's fully unlocked.
The throttle response is still very easy and smooth, just don't poke it with the stick.
@@arturama8581 .....I bought mine new in 06, it was weak as water in the first 3 gears until I removed those pesky flies. I immediately got a pc3 and a Brocks gen3. I put zx10 wheels on it and a few years later put a Brocks alienhead on it and mapped it for e85. It made 195 hp and 113ftlbs .
Covered 156,000 miles on these bikes i own two,a gen1 with 140,000 and a gen 2 with 16,000 miles - toured USA,Alaska, Mexico and all over Europe - great bikes!!!
Mind blown. Wow
I bought my 2020 because I had gotten bored from riding cruisers for more than 30 years. The ZX-14R will make you feel young again...but your age (wisdom) will keep you safe. I also recently purchased a YZ250 2-stroke for a little fun off-road.
Maybe that's the answer for safely riding a bike like this then? Age? I was 45+ yrs when I bought the zx14. Wisdom comes with years, they say. On the other hand, I've got these 2 riding friends that are older than me. One (64yrs) kisses the tarmac at least once a year. Right now he's recovering from a (bad) runaway Zero (e-bike) accident. The other one is pushing 70 and goes absolutely berzerk on his HP4. So maybe it isn't age after all and some people just have more selfdisciplin? One thing I'm sure of: if I hadn't worn real good (Dainese) body protection when I crashed the ZX, I would have been off much worse. My right side knee, shoulder and elbow caps were all broken in half and I was only doing some 50mph when my flying lesson started. The flight was good btw. The landing was a bit less pleasant.
Rubber side down guys.
I have a 2019 ZX14R and absolutely LOVE IT!! She’s equipped with a Brocks Titanium exhaust system (single right side muffler), a Sprint air cleaner and an ECU flash from Don Guhl. Also put a GPR steering stabilizer on as well…for added safety. She’s a very gentle lady…or…a WITCH if you want to open her up…STUPID FAST/QUICK..HANG ON TO THE BROOMSTICK!!!! However, at 70-75 mph and a mellow wrist, I’ve been getting 39.8 mpg while cruising the highways or country roads!! I’m VERY HAPPY with that kind of mileage from this bike!! I truly believe she’d get 40 plus mpg if the ride was 100% highway with no stop signs and cruising at 75-80 mph. This is a wonderful bike but deserves THE UTMOST RESPECT and I WOULD NOT recommend it to anyone that has little experience on motorcycles!!! She WILL KILL YOU if you DON’T respect her!!! Safe travels and Peace n Smiles!! 🙏😃
I keep reading where people are only getting 39-41 mpg. I get 44-46 mpg on mine but I’m running low power also. I see no need for high power unless I’m racing. You would leave 90% of cars in low power
You need to respect it like a chain saw without a chain brake. 38 years experience and id be cautious
I took mine to the drag strip and talk about poor fuel mileage I happened to look down at my MPG meter and at 137 in 3rd gear I was getting 5.3 mpg. and had three gears left to go.
The best bike in the world for me.
Me too
Mine always puts a smile on my face
Wouldn't swap mine for anything!
Agree, they are fantastic!!! I’ve owned them all & the 14/14R cant be beat.
Same here love mine
The best bike I’ve ever owned.. 2007 ZX14 now with 80,000 kms just came back from an 8 day road trip. GIVI side and top cases and your good to go. Love love this bike
I love my ZX14R, yes all the points you mentioned can be an issue, but with some discipline, is a dream to ride literally all day.
I agree. Name any performance bike or car that returns great MPG. That's not why you buy one. I loved my 2012. I lost it in a fire, and will buy the last 2022 year model. In the US, they are $17K out the door. Not an expensive bike for the pedigree. I just hope they don't announce a supercharged ZX15R for 2023 ; )
@@tvdinner325, I don't think they will. The RUclips videos that are going around aren't true.
@@tvdinner325 I think ZZR is in it's end of life era. I'm about 99% sure that it'll be replaced with the H-series. Which is of course isn't a bad thing.
ZX 14 owner here in the U.S . I totally agree with you on everything , I am 54 and have mine for 2 years .Best bike I have ever owned and it’s well worth, the weight , the expenses, the speeding tickets , because when you twist that throttle….men!!
I'm 64 and feel just like a 20 Y.O on mine. It's like a youth time machine. Strap in and zoom zoom to your new adrenalin rush.
2012 ZX14R - 216rwhp with full Akro system and tune. There is no other “Sports tourer”
Oh …. I’m 68 😵💫😵💫
Good to hear from a rider like myself ,
You listen to a review like this blokes
Says , and think bullshit , just because
Your scared to ride , doesn't mean I
Have to give up rideing , my 14r is 2013
I brought it in 2015 , and have 58,000 km
On it now , I Had a car accident and
Spent 8 months recovering, my legs were
Smashed , don't have the same strength
In them , the point I am makeing is , that
How well Balanced bike they are , to
Heavy people go , I am 60 years old ,
Ride it hard , G.K Have you had young
Blokes ask you how he'll do you ride like
That . So Quick in the corners , I say
To them just because you get Older
Doesn't mean you forget how to ride
You given me a Boost , I only a young
Bugger , another 10 Years on the left
On the old Girl
Nice one mate I'm approaching 60.. these kids have no idea :)
I'm 22 absolute love it I'm 6'3 r1 zx10 was uncomfortable for me so went with the zx14 best decision ever
Just a update , I sold the Old Girl
And he right to much of a bike
For Old Blokes , Bullshit, I brought
The Limited Edition with OHLIN'S
Suspension , it Maped 209HP at back
This one with the Suspension ( took a couple
Days to Dial it in for the roads ) had to soften
It up was hard as a bullet . It one Quick bike
I was rideing it in the wet , Full power range
No problems , just short shift and nothing
Changed if your to Heavy on the throttle
It light back wheel up , traction control
Kick in and this one has a better back
Brake , had it lock up , no problem Anti-
Lock kick in , you see the advantages
Of a modern bike you don't have to be
Scared , you forget we were rideing bikes
With no Aids at one stage , but I like the
Modern aids , they make it safer , and our
Brains might be a bit tired 😫 , but we all
Know one that comes with age is wisdom
Don't Respect it , will bite you , I love this
Style of bike , Busa are also a great bike
Have a 2012 with 13k miles,flashed with full Akrapovic,Ohlins rear,booster.
Graphs, 215 rwhp,and 127ft/lb.
So 225 rwhp with ram Air.
Guess I'll keep this one.
Beast....
I agree with all your points ... but I've had my ZX14R since 2014 and it's the best bike I've ever owned 🙂 I'm always looking for something to replace it with, and while some do a couple things better / different, there's still just nothing better than the big ZX.
Very interesting.
Had zx14 for 12 years then upgraded to the zx14r 3 years ago. 110,000 kilometres....thats with other vehicles . I think thats a world record for length of ownership. They spoil you for other bikes. The motor pulls you up if you go too hard in a corner. Tyres are $A 650 a pair. Ive done over 10,000 kms on a rear.Iridium Plugs last 30,000 kms and are very awkward to replace. Drive chain lasts for years. Brakes last because of the strong engine braking.
The handling is amazing but the adjustment is fiddly.
They handle dirt and gravel and poor quality road surfacing.
I fitted a higher screen and heli Bar risers. I can now sit upright at 140. The foot pegs are high. Though at high speed the pegs are good and the bars too high. As 200+ is not an average speed thats fine.
They are reliable , well made, comfortable machines, one of the best motorcycles of all time.
I get 38 mpg average. Thats open road use, nothing like Southern England , with a village every 5 miles, and congested towns. Average, 140 to 180. The zx14 i had would dip to 25 mpg if you push it to 250. The zx14r is more economical and also has eco mode.
They are a Premium machine not a basic commuter so expect it to cost you a lot but not at a ridiculous level, like a v8 .
Wait there's more.
There is no tedious travelling, no winding down the road. Just dial the horizon towards you.
Hang back behind a car or line of cars and accelerate....in 6th....as soon as theres a place to overtake. Restrain yourself from exploiting limited oppurtunities to overtake.
The grunt takes a while to get used to, just make sure you are ready for rentry. The bike runs on auto pilot or minimum input. It never heads forvthe verge should you sightsee for half a minute.
I agree, bought a 2016 PS model a couple of months ago - still getting use to it. However what a machine quick & comfortable - just have to control the right wrist!!!
@@iantaylor2789 I got used to the acceleration in time...but not the full high speed....public roads are not safe and no Autobahn....lucky if the road is sealed.
I found early on if I had gone in too fast on a corner that the engine pulled me up....so drama always composed...even on uneven secondary country roads in Australia, which are all chewed up by road trains
Thanks for the good info. I own GTR 1400 and would like to trade to ZZR gen 2, Performance Sport 2016 (Brembo, Öhlins, Akrapovic). Insurance is much more expensive and riding position more sport, so maybe not good for my neck and hands. ZZR is about 50 kg lighter and more powerful (+60 hp) which is very good. ZZR is more expensive as well. Anyway, I probably go for it... :)
@@herkko61 its not a full sports bike anyway, its not like a 600 that you can only ride for an hour. Higher screen and bar risers are cheap and increase the comfort. The stock seat is tilted forward. Modifying so its flatter this helps again.
@@buddhastaxi666 Maxing out ZZR is pretty damn scary on normal roads. I've done it few times and I still remember the first time. Full on from 100. Next time I managed to glance speedo it showed about 260, which was my previous max speed ever and it felt almost no time at all from that "the sound, what happened?" glanced the clocks again and realized it's not going to go faster. After that I stopped and began to wonder the distance it all happened to braking back to 100 and I realized that it was something like maybe less than 3km's in total. After that the respect for the bike and the thought "This is definitely not good idea to try to do constantly or I'll be in coffin within very short time" 😀
Just got mine , it was used 2019 , I have it on low power as a new rider , I Fear the bike and Respect! the power
Had a V star 1300 , then a Gsxr 600 , then I saw a channel called the busa killer!
It's Amazing! , the power! , yet you can just Cruise on it!
My Gsxr demands power! Once you ride a ZX14 R
you won't want Anything Else! Enjoy brothers , im 52 and if I can do it , so can you , my bike came with handle bar rizers , much more Comfortable 😊
I'm 53 brother,sure there's a good bit older about.
I’m 5’9 but I’m 15 years old 😐
I've had a couple Blackbirds and really loved them, those needed bar risers as well but a great bike, I've just hit 50 and was recently looking at this ZZR1400 bike only to be told it's discontinued, I don't want full on sports but these are my inbetween before I'm too old for proper fun, time for some shopping.
Where you able to practice cornering and sharp turns without mishaps? I'm 63 and haven't ridden in a long time.
@@liverdelove if there’s a local track, or been like an empty parking lot
I have the zzr1400 and I disagree with most of what is said. If you can afford this bike then you can run it.
Best bike I have ever owned
It's a good bike, I had the 2014 se model but no way near to be the best for me. it's a bit bland and lacks character I got bored riding it. I prefer the r1 or tuono 1100 over zx14.
@@Fearless154 That's why they make so many different bikes :)
I once owned a stripped Mitsubishi Pajero. That car had character. Because of the lack of weight in the back, the back always tried to overtake the front cornering. But, if you timed it well, stepped on it just before the corner, it drifted perfectly and quite fast through the corner.
What people call 'character', are most commonly design faults, quircks or even defects in a vehicle, that you turn into a quality.
It is expensive my rear tire cost me over 230$ not installed and my insurance is pretty high worth it to ride such a beast! Mine is a 2007 has full brocks exhaust, power commander, knn air filter, and stainless steel brake lines. The brake lines are a must especially if you have the crossover to the second caliper makes braking much better!!! I’ve gone over 160 feels great!!!
Been riding a ZZR1400 2009 for 10 yrs. Maintenance isn't really that expensive. It largely depends on how you ride it (and doing some things yourself helps). Pulling wheelies at every light will demolish your chain in no time, but that's a general. It's a heavy bike but it will lift it's front wheel even in 3rd with ease without using the clutch. I did about 50.000km with my first chain. Second was to be replaced soon. Tyre wear is more dependend on cruising speeds. High speeds eats tyres. Especially on heavy bikes. But I did over 12.000km with the rear and double for the front. Michelin Road Pilot GT (rear) set me back some €180 and the front plain Road Pilot was €130-€140.
Totall loss end of 2019 :(
how did total loss occur? Nice quick review
@@jonasbaine3538 Long story short: I f*cked up.
I was in traffic on the highway, watching a guy in a car behind me in my mirrors (he had tried to be my duo with his car several times) and when I looked in front of me, there was a car standing still some 4ft in front of me, while I was doing 45mph. I managed to get the bike to the left (closest) side and it more or less grazed the car, instead of hitting it full on. I got a free flying lesson and the bike somehow (debris?) got a 1/2"hole punched in the engine block gliding over the highway. A piece of metal from that hole broke off into the gears with the engine still running. Amazing how much damage a small piece of aluminium can cause. I only broke some ribs. But luckily my suit did what it was made for: right side shoulder-, elbow- and kneecaps all broke in half, but my shoulder, elbow and knee were 100% OK.
@@arturama8581 Thank you for sharing your story. This was something basic but we always forget about the basics and this is so important to share with us that, at the end it always help so we can be always slert. Take care Art! Thanks again! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😉
Would it be good for a big tall guy
@@jacobreqps4760I'm 6'3 260 no problems. Raise the handlebars up with some risers and you're good to go. Your back will thank you. You still getting aggressive stance if you want doesn't affect it at all.
I bought one today after test riding it.
2 mins into the test drive i knew i needed it in my life.
I will miss my cbf600 but this was another level.
i actually started on this bike 😂 before you ask i had tried many other bikes after i got some experience and time on the ZX14R but still i would choose this bike over any other bikes. but that's just me.
I chose it to, I got one ,and want change it to any bike yet.
I started with ZX9R and then went for ZZR1400. Latter is kinda easier to ride to be honest. They're really tame unless you purposely feed it. I also taught my girlfriend to ride with ZX9R. She had only ridden moped like 15 years ago for few km's 😊
As a long time owner, this list is pretty well spot on. Though if you have the discipline to not over use the power, you can also avoid getting tickets. On a side note, Bridgestone makes a sport touring tire T30 that is available in a GT spec for the heavier bikes. They last nearly twice as long as stock tires and I found they do very well in the wet and handle great for normal street riding.
You ONLY get a ticket IF YOU WANT to accept the ticket. Cops have no chance against this bike.
2019 Zx14r owned from brand new, 20,000kms later no issues, best bike I've ever ridden 😍
Been riding for 42 years and have owned 2 ZX14's. A 2007 and currently have a 2012 14R. You hit the nail on the head. Respect this bike and its power or you're dead. That simple. But, it is an absolute "E" ticket ride every time you throw your leg over. I don't find it to be that heavy, I guess it depends on what you do with it on a beautiful weekend ride. What I find more of a problem anymore is not with this bike or any other bike you ride, it's these cagers who want to play lane jockey or can't put the damn phone down and drive. Anyway, be safe out there rider.
Spot on with the cager's my man. Riding in metro area's will get ya killed, even IF you ride safe. I ride Aggressive Defensive. I get to the lead of the pack and clean air, then relax.
Just bought a 2023 ZX14R. I recommend it.
I started on a 2012 zx14r full bolt on, lowered and stretched, learned how to drag race to.. been riding for 8 years now. Anyone that is interested in a zx14r. GET ONE.
I have a 13 zx14-r (states), bought new now having 23,700 miles on it. I am not the typical straight liner this bike has an unfortunate reputation as. I like the scrape the pegs. And I realize that in no way this bike can out handle a lightweight supersport in the hands of a experienced track rider, but on the street and even on the track, this bike is quite capable of strong and satisfying performance as far as taking turns. It's quite humorous when on occasion I run into a squid on their 600 only to find me passing them on the inside of a corner at 90mph. And I'm not saying this happens all the time, or I'm some magnificent rider, but the fact is, and we all know it, today's lightweight supersports are so far beyond what average street riders are capable of using, that the zx-14r is something more like the liter bikes of the 80s and 90s. Yes, it's heavier (you can drop quite a bit of weight just by replacing the exhaust) but it's not any heavier than the "supersports" of those eras which all were around the 550-600lb range.
I run sport tires, such as M7RRs, Rosso IIs, Q3s, and S20s (S20 EVO 2s or other Bridgestone's NOT recommended based on my experience). I typically get around 3-5k miles out of a set of tires, and am most satisfied when the sides are as used up as the center tread.
This is a super fun bike and easy to have fun with. And if one is inclined, and doesn't get it in their head that this is only a "drag bike" or good for a "200 mph cross country jaunt" this bike is quite capable of boogey woogeying through turns.
As mentioned, if I could magically change anything about it would be of course lower weight, and perhaps thinner lowers. If you scrape the pegs you will find scuff marks on the lowers. But that's OK, that's what touch up paint is for.
I had a yamaha VMAX, and it was heavy, and I would go through tires quick!
One time I put a car tire in the back, and it lasted a very long time! (Like they used to do it in the 1960's)
I'd take it to the dragstrip, and it had so much traction, that I would run 11's, popping wheelies on every gear!..lol..!!
ZZR1400 is indeed fairly nimble bike. I had '98 ZX9R and after that I went for ZZR1400. When I first went to test ride it I was bit skeptical that would it be fun bike, but pretty much immediately, like within first km of riding I got that "holy shit, this is almost more nimble than my previous bike". Sure ZX had more so-to-say aggressive steering and it kinda almost wanted to throw itself leaning, but ZZR really isn't that far off. On the other I was almost bit scared to test ride it as I thought engine could be quite intimidating, but it's much more easier to ride than the ZX was. I had the ZZR for sale at one point and one guy called me that is it way too much for 600 rider with few years of experience and I was like "Absolutely not, unless you whip the thing on purpose". Thing on ZZR is that, albeit it's indeed quite heavy bike, it's center of gravity is really low. My friend who owns GS test rode my bike and he was astound how "low weighted" bike felt to him. He had owned ie. GSXR before, so not only GS.
So you pass 600's on the inside of corners huh , and at 90 M.P.H. too. Put down the pipe bub.
@@mikethebike7372 Don't know what you're after. That's not really what I said, but that HAS happened. My point is even a "big" or "drag" bike like 14R can go around turns a lot better than ...well people like you...think.
@@rimfire2642 You have a good sport touring bike with a lot more giddy up than turning ability , same with the Hayabusa. I have a ZX-10 w/180 @ the wheel but it turns though not nearly as comfortable as your bike. Ride with a quick group have qtr mil. miles some on the track. Anyone who passed on the inside of a corner would not ride with us again that's what a Squid does. No more comment from me.
I''ve owned two ZX14's, a 2007 and a 2012 and the bike never felt big to me. Even at low speeds around city. The ZX14R has been out for 11 yrs now and it's still a phenomenal bike.
11 years? nah try 16 years and counting bruh.
@@anonimous2451 No, bruh. The ZX-14R is the second gen revision that came out in 2012. I've had both the first and second generations. Capeesh?
@@Topnikko Yea, I capice. But, some of the features were not fully deployed until 2013, though the first 2 years of it they were still developing stuff.(Meaning the 2nd gen stuff) Just AX me how I know. And some of the really newer version 2021+ got better software.
@@anonimous2451 What are you smoking?
@@Topnikko My tires. And You?
“6 reasons you shouldn’t get one” “if you get one you’ll join an elite class of motorcyclists and realize it’s the best thing to ever happen to you”
Love the video. Great advice for the big bikes. I have a 2011 BMW K1300s. It gets better mileage in that I have gone 220 miles (354km) on one tank keeping out of the throttle. 180 miles or 289km if it’s a spirited ride. I prefer shaft drive to chain. I would love to own the zzr1400 just for fun, for the long winding roads of Colorado. Have fun on that bike guys!
Best bike I have ever owned! I'm wanting to get the supercharged zx15 if it will ever exist
Thanks for the video, can't wait to get one
xcellent video thankyou
regards from Australia
I love my 21 ate the last ones .speeding is eady but it's all about self control.
My favourite bike is honda blackbird so smooth no vibes but it's just to old now shame .though .
I am on my second Super Blackbird. 1998 back in 2006 and just got another 1998 few months ago. Two Bros slip on 33 Kmiles. 😀 Wiik get ZX14 or zx 12 but this I will also keep my Bird. Too powerful Super friendly 🚀😂😂😂👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😉
Which most bikers like myself don't have much of :D
I have a fast gen 1 and it's the best I've ridden. It's comfortable as a lazyboy, it handles great, it has great brakes and its fast af . I can only imagine how a gen 2 would be, I'd love to have one
Toured all off Europe and averaged between 160miles to 180 to a tank if your only getting 120 either your doing alot off stop start,or pinning it everywhere 👍
I ride mine back and forth to work (all highway) and I routinely get 180 per tank with still more than a gallon left. It's all about wrist control...something that isn't always easy on these beasts.
@@imabeliever244 if you want to eide slow why not just buy a scooter or a small cc bike?
@@hassanjamal4212 What do you mean by "slow"? Surely you're not as stupid as your comment would lead one to believe?
@@imabeliever244 the only need for wrist control when riding a high power bike is to maintain a low speed that is far beneath the capabilities of the bike. Which is pointless and cumbersome during long rides or for daily commute. By buying a low cc bike like the Grom or the MT15, you can run the bike at optimal performance while not having to worry about going to fast, thus ensuring a relaxed and pleasurable commute for the rider.
@@hassanjamal4212 Again, define "slow". I don't think you fully understand what my comment said, but I'll just have to assume that it's because your ego gets in the way of cognizant thought processes.
I have a 2015 ZX-14R. It has been tuned and is the fastest motorcycle I have ever touched, I love it!
Another good video. They are big not much fun in heavy traffic. But they are a bike to get on and do a lot of comfortable milage on .I've got a jen 1 and get 200 miles on a tank the jen2 is fueled heavier to give more grunt at lower revs which you will not get 40 to the gallon. My jen 1 is an absolute dream to ride at low speed or at high speed if your brave enough. Twist that throttle and watch every thing behind disappear. That engine is the gift that just fills you with excitement every time you put a leg over it.
And which bike is fun in heavy traffic??? Heavy traffic is heavy traffic- nobody has fun in heavy traffic. But if can handle traffic not worse than any other bike
Every reason not to purchase outlined in this video is precisely why I DID purchase mine. You sir undervalue discipline and skill. The bike does ride the rider.
Even after that im STILL going to buy a 2016 ZZR 1400 I just LOVE the look and shear power (on tap if wanted) my only concern was the very good point about filtering a very valid point. I think i will just have to put up with that though.
Absolutely love this bike got a 08 with a stage 2 turbo and built short block. Nothing else like it and comfortable!
Best bike I’ve ever owned. 30k trouble free adrenaline filled miles later and I’m still just as happy as the day I bought it
I am on my second Super Blackbird. 1998 back in 2006 and just got another 1998 few months ago. Two Bros slip on 33 Kmiles. 😀 Wiik get ZX14 or zx 12 but
I will also keep my Bird. Too powerful Super friendly 🚀😂😂😂👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😉
This is all + for me. Thanks for the video I'm getting it for sure
I started riding earlier this year and bought a 2022 Kawasaki Z650 in February and by the time March ended I had a 2007 ZX14. I love it so much and ride it everyday.
Going to pick my 2013 up next week. Can't wait!
Wednesday getting closer delivery day for my 2018 performance sport. Insurance isn't bad got quoted £230 but I've a 2010 so going multi bike which is £440 for both and keeping it at a garage which isn't my address so happy.
2010 R1 I mean not 2 zzr1400's that would be silly
I Absolutely Love my 2006 ZX14 Bought it as a left over in 2007 and never looked back. Power Commander mapped to a Muzzy exhaust. Unbelievably Scary at times! I've been riding like 40 years now and still maintain a certain level of Fear & Respect for that Beast. Always wear my gear. Looking forward to seeing how the 2012's and up feel. Stay safe everyone and have a Great riding season!
2013 and up to be more precise. But if ya ever get a shot to hop on an H2 or even worse an H2R do not even think about passin on that. The THRILL will never leave your soul.
I got one!! Best bike I have owned 👌 😎 🙌
My dad has one and even being on the back is really comfortable there really good bikes with a decent price range. My dad says the only problem is the fact his hands go numb after a while.
Best bike I ever owned lighter than busa more comfortable better brakes lighter handlebar way better headlights and of curse much better windshield
Couldn't agree more with all the positive comments! It has the ability to behave and go slow, but it's mind-blowing when you open it up. It's a totally different bike with the full Brock's Pentacarbon exhaust! Dropped 42 pounds and sounds amazing, WAY better handling (it handled really well stock)! I also went up on the rear tire to a 55 (Michelin Road 6) and now the handling is quite sharp, not the razor blade of a 600, but VERY responsive. Love my bike!
Had my 14 for ten years, as of today just 500 miles shy of 60000 miles, still going strong, not sure why he said clutch is heavy. Fells like others to me. Oh well.
Yes tires wear out quickly, but need the best traction possible.
Bought one in 2012. Loved it.
my 2014 zx14 ,if ridden at normal highway speeds, would get 50 mpg. with a 5.8 gallon tank i could easily go 200 miles before filling up.where do you get 130 miles from?
I LOVE my ZX14R ABS SE! Best Bike I ever owned. I've had numerous Bikes over my 58 year Riding Adventures. This is the ONLY Bike I ever had where I wasn't thinking about what to get next.
SOOO.. I want one even more now after watching your video. I go pick mine up in a few days.
It's also zx14 in Australia.
I'll never get rid of my John Warrington tuned zzr1400 absolute beast
He has also done mine ! Makes the standard model feel slow
@@GaryspudTaylor loved the 1.5hrs ride home afterwards 😂
Interesting video. Yes I still want to buy one. However I'm in my 40s and have been riding since I was 13.
I myself call my 2010 ZX14 "the violin". Violins hv achieved the perfection we see today, in the late XVIIs. Rare things could be improved on both. On this ZX, the horn, that died at 25k km and needed handlebar raiser due to my 190cm hight. That's all. Fuel consumption 16km/L pays the pleasure in riding this 200hp engine. Very good breaks. As a rider since 12yo, now 70, I never paid bike insurance, which fee I consider as a theft, so this is not an issue. Hv Fun!
I have one, and yes, it is the best in the world. So stable and powerful ! I live in Greece, and the insurance is only 110 € / year ! The expenses (gas, maintainance…) depend where you live. And it is true, it is not a bike for everybody, expensive but when you love, you make sacrifices. If you want a cheap, slow and agile in city, 2 wheels, buy a moped ! 😉
This is the reason I will be buying this bike thank you
"... the Power", yeah, you convinced me, I'm getting one
I'm 22 from Australia just picked one up from my local dealer yesterday he said I'm the youngest person he has sold one to absolutely stoked with it
2020 ZX-14R. When I first got it and barely hit the throttle and my head snapped back...I almost took it back to the dealership...(Insert Bill Cosby's 200mph joke here).
My cousin who hadn't ridden a Bike in a very long time and nothing as powerful as mine, wanted to ride it. Our older cousin who is an experienced veteran rider said "No Cruz, you don't want to get on this one. Trust me, it'll kill you or hurt you, if you're not used to the throttle on this thing. It's a monster. Don't get on that bike". Lol...
Thank god for rider aids
Bought mine new 2014 ohlins suspension. Will be my last bike. 160ks to work and back, on one of the best motorcycle roads I have riden. Weather only allows a few dozen commutes per year. Great bike.
Really good video, nice to get all the useful info without all the noise that's typical of so many bigger channels. I ride a Super Tenere with 38.5" bars and have very little trouble filtering anywhere, I can't imagine a zzr is that bad for beating congestion. If I thought I could afford an extra bike I wouldn't let the zzr's width put me off.
Long term rider, old git, spot on summary, well done
Yes they are fast. 6 points to prove it lol.
Cop said he was doing 130 and I was pulling away from him. Prosecuted for 90 in a 60, not all cops are bad, and I was Guilty.
But the 14,, yep, brilliant, does everything, even through winter. I use my bikes for 20mile trip to work.
Look after it, it will look after you. 👍😎🐢
Picking my 08 zx14 up this week
Germany 🇩🇪 France 🇫🇷 and Norway 🇳🇴 are very friendly country's for these bikes, if u want to do the tourdee France and enjoy the bike to its full' potential!" U will have a great' time without any unnecessary hassles ha haha 😄 ,,for me this is still' the best around bike in the world!"""
Just took delivery of my zx14. The bummer is it is just before Christmas and now I have to wait several months to get her out on the road. But hey I can visit with her every day at work as she is stored in an nice warm and safe place!
I feel your pain 😞
I moved to my zx14r from a zx10r, it was like whoa, im home!! Incredible motorcycle, just ordered a new one.
Love this bike one of my favorite Zx10r is my top choice then this bike.
Hello, I am the president of the ZZR 1400 Italia club. It is difficult to support the theses I saw in the video but everyone is free to think as they see fit. The ZZR 1400 is a fantastic project, born to counter the dominance of the Busa (after the zx12r) and gradually became the representation of a special driving model: very fast tourism. It is one of the motorbikes with which you can do quiet tourism in two with a very charged bike but also remove the paint on the steps of the supersports. Obviously it was not born for the track or for touring like a BMW GT. however, it is a motorcycle that manages to reconcile many of these aspects. Unfortunately it is condemned by Euro 4, Kawasaki's new compressed engine course does not appeal to me nor to the members of my group, in fact only two people have switched to the H2Sx. I can only say long live the ZZR, as long as there are some left.
I own ZZR1400 (2009), a Hayabusa and two Blackbirds. I think that the ZX14R is the most expensive one. But when it comes to valve level adjustment, for all bikes it will cost a lot. The ZX14R is a beautiful bike. Some maintenance activities, will take longer as for some other bikes.
Really am thinking about selling my beloved VFR800 and get this green monster:D
I'm 50, have a Suzi 750 commuter tho have mostly ridden Katanas (81&83) which I love. Always thought I'd get a Busa but I'm picking up a 2014 today. The power is a concern but I'm sure looking forwards to some mod cons eg a new braking system. Katana brakes lol..... Thanks for your vid.
I'm on my 3rd one, just love the ZZR, I hope Kawasaki comes with a new one soon
Thanks ❤️👍🏼
You're the man 👍
I owned a 2011, 2012, wonderful machines.
Congrat for the 6 fair warnings. I am the owner one zzr 1400 since quite a number of years. I shall not sell it although many times people offer me nice prises. If one respects these characteristics you mentioned you might not get in trouble. I am to old and experienced to try out the limits of this machine on the public road since I can feel it widely outranges mine as a skilled (but realistic) driver and motor instructor.
Surprisingly the price wasn't as high as I'd thought. If I'd sat on one last week then id probably own one but x4 40th anniversary bikes purchased this week and we're meant to be buying a house so there's no hope atm. This is definitely a bike I'll own soon. I didn't realise 1000+cc bikes were street rideable.
The best bike I've ever owned and rode ! I'm not 1 as 4 bullshitting but after a life of bikes with a small break in the midst I'm now 68 and I'm looking 4wards 2 I hope many more years on the most amazing bike wether old or young this bikes exhilarating and intoxicatingly p4mance yet with a hell of a good range of those safety aspects that are designed 2 look after you ? It does and 2 ride it this will be what you find ! Me I'd say divvent hesitate if you're in the main experienced and wanting the sort of feeling you get from excitement 🤗🤔😜😉👍
I mis mine. I put risers on and rode all over, long road trips, went to tail of the dragon on it, some 1200 miles round trip.
However your forgot the NUMBER 1 reason to own one... it's a zx14r 😁😁😁
Here is my review of the review XD.
1... I love to pin the throttle and also turn 30 this year...Still kickin'.
2... Got mine for $3k. Cheaper than most bikes you'll see. And they go at a pretty decent price now days anyway. It cost the same for maintanance as my missus zzr600... Same spark plugs, Filter and oil. Tyres get around the same kms too unless I'm powerskidding more than usual.
3... 7.2l/100km and I thrash it. But when I ride nicely, I get about 350km to a tank. Its about the same as the misso on the 600. Bigger tank (24L)but still worth it. And still cheaper than a car.
4... Yes... Its heavy on paper... But its also very well balanced and the weight is nice and low so it does not feel as heavy. It has suprised myself and anyone I get to sit on my 14 how light it feels compared to reviews that talk it up. I dropped mine in a friends driveway once when the ground under the stand was too high. It was noticibly heavy compared to say the 600 or definitly 250's but still easy enough to pickup by myself.
5... Yes again... Its wide for sure. Though my brother has a ZZR1200 and that is far wider. I still filter and ride throughout the city quite often but if you're in a city with narrow traffic lanes, it might not be ideal for you.
6... I would usually say the same... But I had a 125 cagiva for a few weeks and almost lost my license. I have had my zx14 for over 3 years and I don't think I have recieved 1 ticket for it yet... Best part yet, they can ticket what they cant catch XD
2015 performance sport, bought new; ex Kwak uk show bike; can’t imagine being without it; does anything I want from commuting to annihilating all comers four wheels and two - - - but you really do have to watch the speed - - - simply awesome bike.
Gee my bike is wider than a 600 and 125 who'd of thought that. I've had mine since 2014 don't have any of the 5 reason not to buy.
I was truly being picky about it in this one, echoing you're exact comment, none of the issues I listed were reasons I wouldn't buy another one in a heartbeat. But at the same time, I know some people may find the points I made to be valid concerns, especially around the whole city riding issue. Just trying to be honest with everyone 🙂 thank you for the feedback. The ZZR1400 is the best motorcycle I have ever ridden!
Lets see you do a better video then instead of sarky comments.
@@Markycarandbikestuff I did give Goblin Rides a thumbs up for his comments to my reply. We're just being honest so sarcasm intended.
I like that you say a negative then BUT the real thing. Love my new ZX14R!
Well well put!
Do you know what the pass button does, that's on the back side from the horn button?
It's insane, too fast from big K.love it!♥️♥️😎
I got the first model from 2006 and I haven't seen any bike in the market since which make me want to swap. Simply the best bike ever
I’ve owned two. Lovely bikes. But eventually you realise that you just can’t use all the performance (or half of it for that matter) for the reasons you covered and because there are more comfortable and manageable ways to ride at ‘normal’ speeds, so you sell and move on. One thing you have to take into account on a bike such as the ZZR is the abundance of terrible drivers on the roads, they just don’t see you because they are not concentrating. Overtake a line of cars at your peril……
Totally agree - sold my ZZR14 and got a Pan Euro. This seems like a bizarre choice but speed cameras are popping everywhere and removal of one's licence was inevitable even for minor throttle infringements (5,000 rpms and already just over 100mph). The Pan Euro gives a slightly different thrill in that you never quite know if it is going do a little 'Pan weave' and try to kill you :)
ZZR is quite comfortable, but that power is deadly tempting thing on it. Like my friend who test rode my bike said after on "Nice, you can feel it wanting to be fed constantly" with grin. I'm likely going to buy ADV as next bike and been planning to sell my ZZR1400, but I've come into conclusion that it delivers that performance that I'd begin to mourn after immediately, so I'll likely keep it even after getting another bike ❤
Your last point is relevant to all motorcyclists and drivers. My riding instructor told me "Always assume that everyone else on the road is trying to kill you". With over 10 years of riding and driving without having any accidents, that advice has saved my bacon countless times both on a motorcycle and in a car.
As a former Hayabusa owner and current f4i owner, I endorse this message.
@@snipey14 Like the bug in the Men in Black movie, Physics does not lie, nor does the subconscious perceive the bike and rider as a threat or be wary of.
But then again there are folks who miss and duel with tractors and trailers.
I'm definitely going to buy one :)
rear tyres wear out quicker from burnout's but lack of front tyre wear balances this cost out
Reading comments and started to laugh, this is were i knew it, all one's of zx14 would make comments. Me too love her, with all upgrades, to a point that I'm not at the drag strip.
There fantastic for any rides though long straights to windy mountain's. Found Diablo coursa 2 or the battlelax s22, are the best out of all for her. I had her since new 2013.
i own a zx14r got it two months ago, its a really fun bike, i want to turbo it but thats gonna cost alot. but yes $2,300 USD for a year on full coverage very expensive to ensure, thats mainly how kawiasakis are in the US at least.
Yes ! you are right really that six reasons ...But all kind of Mega-sport jist like this !!!
I am happy to live in a country where police doesn't give a fuck about speeding motorcyclists. At all. Was really surprised to know that you can get a speeding ticket on a bike in other countries.