lucky14
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posted August 23, 2006 07:25 PM
New ZX-14R on the way soon?
Forget all the other rumors and photoshops by Raptors and Rockets!
We've all been scammed by Kawasaki!!!
There is no touring bike coming in 2007 - it is already here!
The dream bike we bought actually IS the touring bike. It replaced the ZZR1200. After all, it's called a ZZR1400 in some countires. This is clue #1.
Clue # 2: There is NO "R" on the end of the name. No matter how many sites are selling parts for the 06 ZX-14R, there is no "R".
Clue # 3: It's only a 1352 cc motor, but they called it a 1400. Kawasaki always does this with the "lesser" bikes. The ZZR1200 and the ZRX1200R were only 1164 cc. The ZX-12R was at the full 1199 cc, as big as it could be without going over 1200.
Clue # 4: Many people complained that the 14 did not look like a sportbike, that the ZX-12R represented much better in the sportbike looks department. That's because we bought the touring bike, to get the bugs out of the new design.
Clue # 5: The 14 is heavier than the sportbike people wanted, and it was detuned to allow lesser riders to be able to handle it. The throttle bodies are too small (smaller than the "little motor" busa) and limit high rpm power, the secondaries limit low end torque, and the dual exhausts add weight.
2007 will bring THE KING - the ZX-14R at a full 1399 cc, with a 4-into-1, dry weight of 200 kg, with 200 HP at the wheel and it will run a verified 200 mph and 8 second quarters! It will look like a cross between the ZX-10 and the ZX-12R and it will be offered only in Kawasaki Green. A turbo will be offered as a dealer installed option.
Now..........................where is that stirring-the-pot smilie? 
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GUNNER
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posted August 23, 2006 07:35 PM
Step back away from the Crack Pipe!
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lucky14
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posted August 23, 2006 07:49 PM
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Step back away from the Crack Pipe!
Thanks for the kind words!
That was much nicer than any reply I expected! LOL!
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BlackMagic14
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posted August 23, 2006 09:16 PM
Yeah I think you are dreaming I think the 2007 will be more restricted than this one
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TJ
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posted August 23, 2006 09:32 PM
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fastestbusaaround
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posted August 23, 2006 10:06 PM
 Edited By: fastestbusaaround on 23 Aug 2006 23:06
 to bm14 and lucky14
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Agelos
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posted August 24, 2006 03:16 AM
2007 Models
I don't think there will be a ZX14R for next year...
Confirmed models for next year:
1) Z1000 (photos already released to the press)
2) Versys 650 (photos already released to the press)
3) ZX6R
4) GTR1400 (Available in spring 2007)
5) Z750 (updated/facelift)
and maybe another 1 or 2 surprise models released in Jan-Feb 2007.
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Mano 2
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posted August 24, 2006 03:57 AM
We wish
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zerMATT
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posted August 24, 2006 06:33 AM
There will never be a ZX-14R.
GTR-1400? Maybe. Z1400? Maybe. ZX-14R? No.
And they will never paint it green, because then it would be eligible for their racer rewards program and they'd have to start paying out cash for every joe-bob who took his 14 to a drag strip and won.
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TJ
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posted August 24, 2006 06:44 AM
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And they will never paint it green, because then it would be eligible for their racer rewards program and they'd have to start paying out cash for every joe-bob who took his 14 to a drag strip and won.
1) That didn't stop Kawi from offering the 12 in green.
2) The racer rewards program is limited to certain events. Unless a drag event contingency is announced by Kawi, they don't have to pay anyway. Also, contingency payouts are not limited to stock colors. If you buy a black ZX10R and paint your race bodywork green you will still qualify.
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hotzxrod
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posted August 12, 2007 11:10 AM
i,ll make it green....
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NinjaNick
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posted August 12, 2007 08:37 PM
Looks like 2007 proved you wrong...lol 
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V2K_CCTX
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posted August 13, 2007 05:03 AM
One can only ride whats out there now. And KHI needs the 14 in green!!!
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2007 ZX-14 Ebony Black (his) -- Leo Vince exhaust/flies out/PC3 mapped/SS brake and clutch lines/helibars/Competition Werkes GP pegs F&R/Puig Carbon Fiber Windscreen/Bikelites fender eliminator/custom CNC frame sliders & fork sliders
2007 CBR600RR Pearl White/Silver (hers)
2007 GV650 Avitar (hers)
2007 Vulcan 2000 LT (his) Muzzy Drag Pipes/Kuryakyn ProR Hypercharger/PC3 mapped/Chrome everywhere/everything
2007 Ninja 250R Silver (daughters) w/ Muzzy SS Exhaust
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lucky14
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posted August 13, 2007 05:29 AM
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Looks like 2007 proved you wrong...lol
OK, ya got me there! 
Let me go ALL OUT for my predictions on the much-improved 08 ZX-14RR.
1. BNG (is it OK to use a Busa term?). 
2. Dual cooling fans.
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posted August 13, 2007 08:37 AM
For '08 I would like to see traction control on the beast, slipper clutch, 20 pounds less weight and improved lean angle, better aerodynamics, and 1,000 less on the sticker price.
OK I woke up and am back in reality now 
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Kountry Kawboy
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posted August 13, 2007 08:54 AM
How about a digital speedo, no secondary flys, (3) selectable on the fly pre programed maps, and more underseat storage. While we're at it we may as well throw in a factory stabilizer.
Also after 2 years it's time new paint schemes altogether including the team green flavor for our race fans and minor cosmetic changes that will allow for stevewfl's improved aeros.
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dutchzx14
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posted August 13, 2007 09:43 AM
Forget it......! they are not gonna change the 14 for two years.... like the zzr1100 zzr1200....
the most you will get is a other color...............
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Ninja_Knight
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posted August 13, 2007 10:41 AM
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For '08 I would like to see traction control on the beast, slipper clutch, 20 pounds less weight and improved lean angle, better aerodynamics, and 1,000 less on the sticker price.
OK I woke up and am back in reality now
You forgot to mention the improved seat.
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Kountry Kawboy
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posted August 13, 2007 12:03 PM
Really, I wish KHI would just stay on top of and in front of that "Hay Bus" no matter what it looks like!
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hotzxrod
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posted August 13, 2007 04:33 PM
gotta filling the 08 might come in green .but they do sell a green kit for big $$$$ I got mine last oct. it,s a been a hit everywere we go.pics@photobucket.com ROK took a boatload of pics at laguna seca .it looks very stock.so keep hope alive.
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hotzxrod
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posted August 13, 2007 04:38 PM
OH YEAH its not a kit bike. the kit came later
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RyuNinja14
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posted August 13, 2007 11:52 PM
Only thing needs to be done to the 14 for '08 is some good paint schemes (no more "HOT WHEELS" flames please). Seriously i don't see the new busa being huge leaps and bounds over the 14 in power in stock trim and who knows after pipe and map. If the new busa has a soft cam, gains won't be fantastic. 14 looks to still have the edge in comfort. Have to wait and see but the 14 is a spot on bike as it is.
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V2K_CCTX
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posted August 14, 2007 06:37 AM
And it needs to have an unbreakabel frame
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2007 ZX-14 Ebony Black (his) -- Leo Vince exhaust/flies out/PC3 mapped/SS brake and clutch lines/helibars/Competition Werkes GP pegs F&R/Puig Carbon Fiber Windscreen/Bikelites fender eliminator/custom CNC frame sliders & fork sliders
2007 CBR600RR Pearl White/Silver (hers)
2007 GV650 Avitar (hers)
2007 Vulcan 2000 LT (his) Muzzy Drag Pipes/Kuryakyn ProR Hypercharger/PC3 mapped/Chrome everywhere/everything
2007 Ninja 250R Silver (daughters) w/ Muzzy SS Exhaust
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stevewfl
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posted August 14, 2007 08:30 AM
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And it needs to have an unbreakabel frame
LMAO
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mike1024
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posted August 14, 2007 09:00 AM
you all like to dream and say stupid shit.
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