zx10r sold out

jafo · 06-22-2004, 2:26 AM

from rrw-

Kawasaki has sold out of the ZX-10R at the wholesale level and no more 2004 models are scheduled for production or delivery to dealers.there are examples of the ZX-10R still on various dealer floors around the country, and that Kawasaki is encouraging dealers to use the company's unsold bike locater service to find machines for their customers.

The Sook · 06-22-2004, 2:45 AM

Boat anchors. That's what Kawasaki's are. Now what's the point of a ligter boat anchor? It's like carbon fibre wheel weights, there's no point. hahaa

FuTAnT · 06-22-2004, 2:47 AM

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Originally Posted by The Sook

Boat anchors. That's what Kawasaki's are. Now what's the point of a ligter boat anchor? It's like carbon fibre wheel weights, there's no point. hahaa

Bah, come on, you know you're full of ****! They make ****en good boat anchors if that's what they are.

If Kwaka make boat anchors, Honda make mutiple container ship in one anchors. Oh yeah, with shitty paint and ****ed suspension

deez · 06-22-2004, 3:59 AM

See what engine lasts longer

The reason it is sold out is because it makes 3 more HP than the next competitor, and the phucktards want to be able to brag that their bike is kingshit. Nevermind that it will chunk you, or the fact that it is hellaunstable at speed, as long as it makes the most HP right?

ratter · 06-22-2004, 6:22 AM

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Originally Posted by The Sook

It's like carbon fibre wheel weights, there's no point. hahaa

So a technical question

Which is heavier (1) a 20 gram lead wheel weight or (2) a 20 gram carbon fibre wheel weight

matt232 · 06-22-2004, 6:54 AM

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Originally Posted by ratter

So a technical question

Which is heavier (1) a 20 gram lead wheel weight or (2) a 20 gram carbon fibre wheel weight

Is there a third option?

colryn · 06-22-2004, 8:12 AM

My freind bought a ZX10R last month. He has 1000 miles on it so far. He also has been to the shop to get things fixed three times in the last month as well. He just informed me that it is going back to the shop tomorrow to get the speedo fixed. Also, some hoses keep dissconnecting by themselves. Now, I am no fan of Kawasaki. It just seems that the quality of product that Kaw puts into their machine is suspect. He traded in his ZX9 for this new bike. His ZX9 seemed to have something go wrong all the time. I do not think it is his fault. He takes care of his bikes. I wish his bikes could take better care of him.

I say you can't go wrong with Honda quality.

FuTAnT · 06-22-2004, 8:40 AM

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Originally Posted by colryn

My freind bought a ZX10R last month. He has 1000 miles on it so far. He also has been to the shop to get things fixed three times in the last month as well. He just informed me that it is going back to the shop tomorrow to get the speedo fixed. Also, some hoses keep dissconnecting by themselves. Now, I am no fan of Kawasaki. It just seems that the quality of product that Kaw puts into their machine is suspect. He traded in his ZX9 for this new bike. His ZX9 seemed to have something go wrong all the time. I do not think it is his fault. He takes care of his bikes. I wish his bikes could take better care of him.

I say you can't go wrong with Honda quality.

Yeah, I guess it just depends. I mean I had three ZX6Rs over the years and never had single problem with it at all! This was from the early '96 ZX6R up until the '00 ZX6R. Having said that, I wouldn't be buying ANY brand new model in it's first year. You're bound to have fettling problems.

I know Honda traditionally makes a solid dependable bike, and this has been proven but they aren't without their faults. Horses for corses I guess. Anyhoo, I'll wait n see what happens next year.

brian48130 · 06-22-2004, 12:00 PM

I met a guy on a brand new zx-10r the other day. He said he loves it because it's a vicious beast, which to me is understandable. What's wrong with a bike with some personality? I felt the same way when I rode a buddy's zx-11r. It's just a interesting experience.

I was much happier going back to my 929, though. It feels weightless compared to the zx-11.

SuperDave · 06-22-2004, 1:41 PM

Whether you care for the new ZX10R or Kawasaki's in general, you have to hand it to them. They've come from the basement of the top 4 manufactures to (I'm assuming) top honors in some publications and sales. I think it's great that Kawasaki stepped to the plate and hit a homerun (for now anyways).

slowpoke · 06-22-2004, 1:49 PM

I wouldn't mind taking one for a spin.

zenblader · 06-22-2004, 5:06 PM

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Originally Posted by SuperDave

Whether you care for the new ZX10R or Kawasaki's in general, you have to hand it to them. They've come from the basement of the top 4 manufactures to (I'm assuming) top honors in some publications and sales. I think it's great that Kawasaki stepped to the plate and hit a homerun (for now anyways).

Yeah, good looks, slipper clutch, good ergos, best power to weight ratio, not surprising people are snapping them up. I would join others in waiting for bugs to be ironed out, if ever, but then rework the suspension, throw on a steering damper and blast off.

CBRjack · 06-22-2004, 5:56 PM

I'd trade my 954 for a ZX10 in a heartbeat. The 954 is my first Honda in 20 years and I am disappointed. None of my Kawis ever failed me. Z1, KZ1000, ZX6 and a ZX9R. I posted a thread about it before. Has anyone else seen their camshafts in their 954s or is mine the only one that lost the hard surface on the cam lobes before the first valve service?
It does handle way better than my last tank of a Kawasaki.

colryn · 06-22-2004, 6:29 PM

I was not saying that Kaw's are bad. I think the zx10 looks awsome. I can't wait until my freind lets me ride it. It just seems that I hear more than several stories about the fit & finish of kaw's. I am sure all of the major manufacturers have problems. Maybe since it is a first generation thing, they have not ironed out all of the bugs.

Jungleboy · 06-22-2004, 7:16 PM

From what Ive heard I actually dont mind the ZX10R, but one things for sure I would never call it a good looking bike, actually I would have to say its one of the ugliest sportsbikes Ive seen in recent times

that said I still would mind taking one for a ride sometime

jafo · 06-22-2004, 8:10 PM

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Originally Posted by CBRjack

I Has anyone else seen their camshafts in their 954s or is mine the only one that lost the hard surface on the cam lobes before the first valve service?

I have never heard of this,except on ducati cam components.What kind of oil were you using at the time?Did you live at redline or did the bike overheat?Defective cams?More info please,me curious.

FuTAnT · 06-22-2004, 8:40 PM

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Originally Posted by zenblader

Yeah, good looks, slipper clutch, good ergos, best power to weight ratio, not surprising people are snapping them up. I would join others in waiting for bugs to be ironed out, if ever, but then rework the suspension, throw on a steering damper and blast off.

Yup! that's my plan exactly. I figure like most bikes, the stock suspension needs to be modded to make the bike handle properly and will mostly likely get some good stability out of it as well. Put on a steering damper (the rest come with one anyway!) and I'd say it'l be a real weapon. Much more stable, easier to ride but still ludicrously quick.

CBRjack · 06-22-2004, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by jafo

I have never heard of this,except on ducati cam components.What kind of oil were you using at the time?Did you live at redline or did the bike overheat?Defective cams?More info please,me curious.

I started noticing some minute metal particles in the filter after only a few thousand miles. I have a Scotts stainless steel filter so it was visible early on. I use Golden Spectro never redline it and never had any mechanical troubles. The valves were all in spec too. I love the bike but I hate to see stuff like that when I open it up. If I decide to keep it past the next valve service I'll probably have the cams welded up and reground. I do not imply that this is a problem with all 954s infact I have only talked to one other with this problem. But I know a lot of people don't do their own service and may never actually see this part of their bike.

HPower · 06-23-2004, 1:02 PM

Well... I guess it is time to come out of the closet.
After my RC was stolen about 6 weeks ago I was offered a test ride on a 10r and was very impressed.
Then, when we started talking price the Kawi was going to be a good $1,500 less than the 1000RR and $2,500 less than a new RC.
Up here in Canada Kawasaki was giving a $900 rebate so that, with the magazine numbers, has them almost sold out up here also.
I am now into my 3rd week as a black ZX10r owner and can not say that I have any complaints, but I still do miss that V2 thing.
It handles great, maybe a little light in the front but I installed an Ohlins damper and now feels near perfect.
The power has to be experience to really beleave (unbeleavable)!
The Sato slip-on that I also just installed now gives it a little extra character in the sound department.
Looks wise, I like it and in the all black that I have, I love it.
Being a die hard Honda guy (dead man walking) I will say that Honda still has the upper hand as far as fit and finish goes, but not by as much as in the past.
As far as reliabilaty goes, only time will tell.

Smitty929RR · 06-23-2004, 6:51 PM

A guy in our club works at a local dealer, and he said that they had some that had already shipped and Kawi recalled them. some kind of motor problem they are having. He said its true their store will get no more this year.

FuTAnT · 06-23-2004, 8:07 PM

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Originally Posted by HPower

Well... I guess it is time to come out of the closet.
After my RC was stolen about 6 weeks ago I was offered a test ride on a 10r and was very impressed.
Then, when we started talking price the Kawi was going to be a good $1,500 less than the 1000RR and $2,500 less than a new RC.
Up here in Canada Kawasaki was giving a $900 rebate so that, with the magazine numbers, has them almost sold out up here also.
I am now into my 3rd week as a black ZX10r owner and can not say that I have any complaints, but I still do miss that V2 thing.
It handles great, maybe a little light in the front but I installed an Ohlins damper and now feels near perfect.
The power has to be experience to really beleave (unbeleavable)!
The Sato slip-on that I also just installed now gives it a little extra character in the sound department.
Looks wise, I like it and in the all black that I have, I love it.
Being a die hard Honda guy (dead man walking) I will say that Honda still has the upper hand as far as fit and finish goes, but not by as much as in the past.
As far as reliabilaty goes, only time will tell.

Go team Green! I've still gotta wait till next year for funds though, I only hope they continue with the beautifull black colour scheme. I'll be pissed if I miss out on a good looking bike. Seems Kwaka come out with good colours the first year, then **** it up for the 2nd generation colours. Arhgh!

Zeeman · 06-23-2004, 8:17 PM

This debate just reminds me as to why my next bike will be an MV1000. the HP, wieght and other wars will no longer matter. I'm not going to be the fastest at the track anyway, so people may as well have something pretty to look at as a get overtaken by everyone else. And when it breaks down, well, I can stick it in my lounge room and call it art

Z...

Serial Thriller · 06-23-2004, 8:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeeman

And when it breaks down, well, I can stick it in my lounge room and call it art

Z...

hmmm...seen any good deals on a Duc 916 lately?

600rrluvr · 06-23-2004, 8:56 PM

I actually read a post and the guy stated his 10R handled better than his 600RR? Could that be true?

I do agree with the statement that bikes need character....feeling built into the thing that stirs emotion!!! All I read about the 1000RR is how refined...even too refined the thing is! I would get bored...and then the dude on the 10R would blow my doors off on the back wheel!!!

My 600RR is mostly seeing track duty...but after the gearing change is plenty of bike for the street.

FullForce · 06-24-2004, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Jungleboy

From what Ive heard I actually dont mind the ZX10R, but one things for sure I would never call it a good looking bike, actually I would have to say its one of the ugliest sportsbikes Ive seen in recent times

that said I still would mind taking one for a ride sometime

i was beginning to wonder if i was the only person who thought the bike looked like ass

aussie_929 · 06-24-2004, 3:29 AM

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Originally Posted by FuTAnT

Go team Green! I've still gotta wait till next year for funds though, I only hope they continue with the beautifull black colour scheme. I'll be pissed if I miss out on a good looking bike. Seems Kwaka come out with good colours the first year, then **** it up for the 2nd generation colours. Arhgh!

Can someone please ban Futant for making these statement?? !

FuTAnT · 06-24-2004, 3:34 AM

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Originally Posted by aussie_929

Can someone please ban Futant for making these statement?? !

Oh come on ... nothing like a bit of rivalry! The blade is great, don't get me wrong, just something about the Kwaka that is rather delicious.

aussie_929 · 06-24-2004, 3:37 AM

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Originally Posted by FuTAnT

Oh come on ... nothing like a bit of rivalry! The blade is great, don't get me wrong, just something about the Kwaka that is rather delicious.

Traitor!