bonester wrote:Ridden previous Busa. Great engine. My GPZ and ZRX steer heaps quicker and consequently more fun.
billwest wrote:ZRX and ZX14 - chalk and cheese.
ZX14 is an advanced ZX12. Handling is very good on these, and they're very quick, quicker than the ZRX.
Touring - the ZX14 may be less tour-friendly than the ZRX, perhaps if touring is your thing, a GTR1400 may be what you're after.
Hayabusa - fugly.
I've had my ZRX for 18 years - won't get rid of it.
Same with my ZZR1200.
I have also owned a ZX12R.
My ZRX is my favourite ride. It has done Perth - Phillip Island and back with ease a number of times.
My 2c.
pah wrote:Some have suggested the 1400GTR but it's out of production now isn't it? I guess that means buying one second hand? Is there a 1400GTR equivalent available new today?
dutchy wrote:White bikes are awesome
BrettZZR wrote:I also like the idea of a GTR. I'm quite over fcuking with the chain and all the mess that goes with it. I understand that the ZX14 cams drop straight in and are a significant upgrade. I would also fit an (exxy but awesome) C14 screen, but that's just me.
dutchy wrote:White bikes are awesome
pah wrote:...................
Bill: Thanks for the info. If the ZX-14 is LESS tour friendly than a ZRX1200 I'll cross it off my list. I rode my ZRX from Sydney to Melbourne once and that was enough. I started out cursing the 250km tank range but quickly looked forward to the next servo because the ZRX saddle almost kills me. Since then I've duct taped high density foam over the factory saddle and it helps. But I'm far from impressed with the 250km tank range. It means stopping at EVERY servo on the highway. Saddle comfort and touring range are the two annoyances for me. You suggest that the ZX-14 MAY be less tour friendly. Is there a ZX-14 owner who can toss in a few thoughts? Having moaned about ZRX range and comfort I'm happy enough with the way it corners. And it quicker than anybody really needs especially with a bit of a rev. I wouldn't mind a bit more instant grunt at 3000 rpm for quick bursts without having to change gears.
Some have suggested the 1400GTR but it's out of production now isn't it? I guess that means buying one second hand? Is there a 1400GTR equivalent available new today?
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