JDC
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posted September 01, 2009 08:54 AM
Poll Question:
If you are going to obey speed limit laws, it it really worth it to have a bike like the 14?
If you are going to obey speed limit laws, it it really worth it to have a bike like the 14? discuss...
Poll Results:
 42 votes (76%)
Yes
13 votes (24%)
No
  
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bigtallguy
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posted September 01, 2009 09:11 AM
Most any bike, or car for that matter, can break the speed limit. I usually don't speed, but when I do I'm very happy that I'm on a 14.
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BobC
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posted September 01, 2009 09:26 AM
 Edited By: BobC on 1 Sep 2009 17:27
Yes of course it's worth it. I didn't buy it to go flat out on the highway, I bought it for top speed competitions.
Anyone answering "No" please tell us what you ride/drive and why you aren't trundling around in an electric cart.
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gsxrassassin
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posted September 01, 2009 11:20 AM
If you are going to obey speed limit laws, is it really worth it to have any modern sportbike - including a 600?
I just got back from MotoGP in Indianapolis. I rode the 14 from Chicago to Indy and back. The bike ran like a dream. I took my '05 Gix 1000 there a couple years ago for a drag racing event and the difference between the two bikes is night and day! The 14 was actually roomy! I never felt like I was balled-up or crumpled onto the seat.
To me the ZX-14 is a sport-touring machine that's leaning more toward performance than anything else. It does everything really well - don't sell it short as merely a point and shoot land missile (although it does that really well too).
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zxbob
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posted September 01, 2009 11:37 AM
Just about everything made out there will break the speed limit .........
I just want to do it faster than everyone else 
Bob
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INTIMIDA2OR
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posted September 01, 2009 11:44 AM
" If" I was to obey the speed limits I would still have the 14!
And sometimes I do obey
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Bluebyyou
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posted September 01, 2009 11:51 AM
Edited By: Bluebyyou on 1 Sep 2009 19:55
I said no. I doubt if I have ever taken it out and not busted limit multiple times, I bought it strictly to ride fast, no other reason. I rarely ride that I don't get well into triple digits numerous times. I usually don't even look at the limit signs unless I'm in a town. You've got a bike that will break any speed limit in first gear. If I were going to commute at or under speed limits I would buy a cruiser or a scooter. Riding a 14 like an old fart makes no sense to me, why would I??
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INTIMIDA2OR
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posted September 01, 2009 12:12 PM
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I said no. I doubt if I have ever taken it out and not busted limit multiple times, I bought it strictly to ride fast, no other reason. I rarely ride that I don't get well into triple digits numerous times. I usually don't even look at the limit signs unless I'm in a town. You've got a bike that will break any speed limit in first gear. If I were going to commute at or under speed limits I would buy a cruiser or a scooter. Riding a 14 like an old fart makes no sense to me, why would I??
I agree , this machine has a purpose and it ain't for doing 65mph all day long
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nydhags
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posted September 01, 2009 12:18 PM
IF, I obeyed the speed limit I still would want to get to that limit as quickly as possible.
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INTIMIDA2OR
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posted September 01, 2009 12:22 PM
Ditto lol. Its hard to not keep going way past that limit though lol.
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Flyboy
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posted September 01, 2009 12:22 PM
Bikes are like Breasts. Two large breasts are just as functional as two small breasts. The only difference is with large breasts- you get all the looks and admirers--
And you know they can get you laid faster... if that's what you want to do.
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gilberjj
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posted September 01, 2009 02:00 PM
Just to ride on the street........ no
Riding on the street and able to take it to the track..... yes
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LOCK 2121
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posted September 01, 2009 02:47 PM
NO if you only ride arround a tight city,it's overkill !!
YES if you love low end tork , ride in the coutry, live in the western united states, live in a large urban area , YES every time I take it out try to get trippel dig, sevreal wheely's, maybe a dirt road, zx14's will climb up a damn steep jeep trail to boot, out of 23 motorcycles,it's my favriot, traded a zrx1200 and tl1000 for it and was well worth it !
That is why this site is so interisting , people modifying, a bike with so much power in the first place, ya think they would find time to use what it came with,and people here beat the shit out of those 14's , so ya allready know it's one hell of a bike!!
zx14's work very well on really rough backroads, like rideing motocross at speed !!
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Douglas Home
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posted September 01, 2009 03:18 PM
I can't ride to save my life , but with a 14 my ego and balls are huge to all who dont see me race!!!
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Tool Man
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posted September 01, 2009 03:31 PM
Sold mine...Too many tickets 
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BIG BLUE_ZX14
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posted September 01, 2009 07:42 PM
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I said no. I doubt if I have ever taken it out and not busted limit multiple times, I bought it strictly to ride fast, no other reason. I rarely ride that I don't get well into triple digits numerous times. I usually don't even look at the limit signs unless I'm in a town. You've got a bike that will break any speed limit in first gear. If I were going to commute at or under speed limits I would buy a cruiser or a scooter. Riding a 14 like an old fart makes no sense to me, why would I??
I agree , this machine has a purpose and it ain't for doing 65mph all day long
+1
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Flame On
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posted September 01, 2009 09:56 PM
Very smooth bike good steady mirrors no fuzz I love having get up & go power to get away from lame drivers.
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INTIMIDA2OR
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posted September 01, 2009 10:45 PM
The zx14 is the only bike that matters period.;D
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Superman T
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posted September 02, 2009 04:20 AM
Yes, You can have this bike and obey the speed limit... The look and nostalgia have captured some hearts and that's good enough. I like to compare it to a Lamborghini or Ferrari owner, how many times do you see them breaking the speed limit( in actuality, not TV)? Most of the times when I see those vehicles, the owners are just cruising, enjoying, and respecting the beast. Just because you have the power doesn't mean you have to abuse it.... You still own it!! I still believe that most motorcyclist that owns Big Bore bikes run the sh*t out of them, reviving them at a stand still until the motor spits back in the exhaust. This is why I will only purchase my bike new.... That way I know what I'm getting and can keep my since of quality and integrity!!! I'm amazed when I see some post their bikes in the classified/ebay as "pampered miles". Yeah, Right!!
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Fifty Thousand
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posted September 02, 2009 04:37 AM
I bought mine for the WOW factor, Lol
Oh and I ride my zx14 for its superb PASSING GEAR
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posted September 02, 2009 05:25 AM
I don't know how to shift so I needed a bike that could drive cross country in 1st gear.
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Flame On
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Fuel Air & Spark
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posted September 02, 2009 06:46 AM
A ninja 250 can is capable of getting a speeding ticket on the freeway but isn't very capable of enough power to accelerate away from a dangerous situation making less powerful bike in this aspect more unsafe.
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dubious
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posted September 02, 2009 07:32 AM
quote:
I said no. I doubt if I have ever taken it out and not busted limit multiple times, I bought it strictly to ride fast, no other reason. I rarely ride that I don't get well into triple digits numerous times. I usually don't even look at the limit signs unless I'm in a town. You've got a bike that will break any speed limit in first gear. If I were going to commute at or under speed limits I would buy a cruiser or a scooter. Riding a 14 like an old fart makes no sense to me, why would I??
+1
Its about function, not looks for me
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Flame On
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Fuel Air & Spark
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posted September 02, 2009 10:38 AM
Its about function, not looks for me
Hmmm I guess I like to eat ice cream & cake. Function is most important.
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INTIMIDA2OR
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posted September 02, 2009 05:05 PM
I think the poll is speaking clearly right now. YES!
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