zx14ryder
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posted August 12, 2008 09:27 PM
2008 zx14 vibration
Just got my zx14 and I love it! It's really great to have a site dedicated to this cycle. Just a question, seems that there is a vibration on the right clip-on quite a bit more than the left one. Is this normal? Almost makes my hand go numb! I've only got 500kms on this thing, so I know it's not completely broken in, but any thoughts are greatly appreciated!
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Superman T
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posted August 13, 2008 05:56 AM
At what speed are you getting your vibration? My 06 is smooth as butter even at high speeds and has always been that way straight out the crate. Have you taken the bike back to the dealer and have it inspected?
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Sticks_n_Stones
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posted August 13, 2008 06:09 AM
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At what speed are you getting your vibration? My 06 is smooth as butter even at high speeds and has always been that way straight out the crate. Have you taken the bike back to the dealer and have it inspected?
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Same smooth ride here on my '06- which is identical to yours except for a few minor engine updates and smog crap. You got a problem that you should take care of NOW while its still new and under warranty, the longer you wait the harder it will be to get the dealer to jump into it in order to keep you happy with your purchase!
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BobC
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posted August 13, 2008 06:33 AM
That's not normal, get it checked out by your dealer.
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zx14ryder
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posted August 13, 2008 08:41 AM
I'm gonna take it to the dealership and let them take it for a spin. Seems more prevelant around 4000rpm. I'll keep you guys informed. Any further ideas as to why this vibration is happening is greatly appreciated!
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Superman T
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posted August 13, 2008 09:04 AM
Good luck zx14ryder- Be extra safe in the interim of getting it checked out...
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zx14ryder
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posted August 13, 2008 04:29 PM
Thanks! Its kinda like putting your wrist on a shaver. More vibration at certain rpms. Gonna head to the dealership tomorrow and find out what's wrong!
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fastestbusaaround
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posted August 13, 2008 04:37 PM
You sure you bought a ZX14 and not C14? 
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zx14ryder
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posted August 13, 2008 05:51 PM
Ha ha! Pretty sure its a zx14. Gonna try another zx14 at the dealership and see if its the same.
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fastestbusaaround
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posted August 13, 2008 07:19 PM
Dude, maybe it was built on a Friday aft, cuz they don't vibrate, at all
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zx14ryder
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posted August 13, 2008 07:20 PM
My apologies, what's the difference to a zx14 and a zx14 C? And how can I tell, and which one is better?
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bigdtd
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posted August 13, 2008 07:21 PM
it is the smoothest ride i've owned get it checked
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Hurricane
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posted August 13, 2008 09:00 PM
My hand was going numb after I got my 14. With the wrist positioning it turned out to be carpal tunnel. All better after operation. No vibrations in my bike.
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zx14ryder
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posted August 13, 2008 09:49 PM
I thought it might be my wrist as well, but I've tried putting the strain on my left hand and the vibration is still there. Gonna find out tomorrow what the service dept thinks and I'm going to take out another 14 for a spin and see if it's the same. I'll keep you all up to date! Thanks again for all the replies!
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Smooth_G
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posted August 14, 2008 04:52 PM
i have an 2006 fjr 1300 n it isnt near as smooth as the zx14,,sportrider magazine said it was the smoothest 4 cylinder jap bike they have ever tested,,,n i believe that,,for a machine to have that much power,n go that fast,,n be that smooth is amasing
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GTMan
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posted August 14, 2008 05:01 PM
I have a 2008, and Its silky smooth....Something is not right with your scoot...I would definitely have it checked out.
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zx14ryder
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posted August 22, 2008 10:30 AM
Its all good. Some harmonics which is to be expected, but totally normal. I took out another zx14 to compare and it actually had more "vibrations" than mine! Thanks again for the input!
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stevewfl
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posted August 22, 2008 12:56 PM
mine had a slight vibration that started between 160-165 MPH, and I complained the the guy that mount my CT2's.
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Neverknow
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posted August 22, 2008 07:00 PM
Has anyone measured their level of vibration with a vibration analyzer? I would assume Kawasaki has a mean value they use as a standard.
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