colt
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posted August 31, 2012 04:27 PM
thinking of maken a trip
Get my licence back in couple of days thought I'd make a 800 mile round trip to go see family is that to far most miles in a day on this 14 is bout 150 would any of u go this far I mean I have a car lol
  
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Beondwacko
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posted August 31, 2012 04:50 PM
Go explore and enjoy your freedom. Most miles I've put on the 14 in a day is about 460.
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posted August 31, 2012 05:48 PM
 Edited By: Quarter Pounder on 1 Sep 2012 01:49
Ride...only way to find out if you like it or not. Don't puss out and take the cage.
I've taken trips in the 4-6k mile range camping along the way. Best way to see this country IMO
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posted August 31, 2012 05:52 PM
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Ride...only way to find out if you like it or not. Don't puss out and take the cage.
I've taken trips in the 4-6k mile range camping along the way. Best way to see this country IMO
Yep.
800 miles a day is a pretty good bit in one day. If you had a single man tent and camped one night it would be cake
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eklipse636
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posted August 31, 2012 05:54 PM
It would probably be a 15+ hour day
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posted August 31, 2012 06:26 PM
he said 800 round trip...so that's an easy 400 mile day.
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posted August 31, 2012 07:12 PM
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he said 800 round trip...so that's an easy 400 mile day.
Lol ok, I was thinking 800 mile one way...
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posted August 31, 2012 07:17 PM
Most I've done on the 14 is about 600 in a day. That was a nice ride. Take the bike and enjoy the trip.
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colt
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posted August 31, 2012 08:46 PM
Yea 6 hour trip in a car is cake I have always wanted to make the trip on one of my bikes but the outher 4 I was just dreaming the did not have comfort the 14 does I'm a big ride prob the biggest you will see on sport bike my other bikes made my back and legs hurt just going to work 60 miles dragging my legs too eas pain LOL. And hand numness on 14 back and legs don't hurt hand num is still there I mean it falls all the way asleep but I guess I'm in no hurry make stops what kind of miles to a tank yall getting
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posted August 31, 2012 09:02 PM
Edited By: KoflaOlivieri on 1 Sep 2012 05:03
Just out of curiosity, how old are you? Do you mind posting pictures of your bike?
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posted August 31, 2012 09:17 PM
Yep anything over 200 miles and your gonna be sore. I did a 500 mile weekend on my 14 recently and I was sore. It's bearable though with Tylenol. Don't forget your throttlemeister!
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colt
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posted August 31, 2012 09:21 PM
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Just out of curiosity, how old are you? Do you mind posting pictures of your bike?
Kofla
 and I'm 25 in 7 days lol
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colt
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posted August 31, 2012 09:23 PM
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Yep anything over 200 miles and your gonna be sore. I did a 500 mile weekend on my 14 recently and I was sore. It's bearable though with Tylenol. Don't forget your throttlemeister!
. throttlemeister what's that ?????
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posted September 01, 2012 03:11 AM
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Copied straight from their web site.... http://throttlemeister.com/
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A Bar End Mechanical Cruise Control for Motorcycles
Machined from Billet Stainless Steel & Ampco Bronze
Eliminates rust and corrosion. Maintains a lasting beauty.
Sealed by "O" Rings to Keep out Dirt and Water
Will maintain its smooth and solid operating feel for years. No maintenance. No need for lubrication.
Easy to Use
Engage by turning in the same direction as opening the throttle. Disengage by turning in the same direction as closing the throttle. Can be operated wearing heavy gloves. So simple to use that there's no need to leave it engaged when it is not needed.
Doesn't Take up Grip Space
Since we mount our Throttlemeister where the existing end weights mount you don't lose precious real estate on your hand grip, unlike the competition's. quote:
I run them on my 14 and love them. This is the first time i have ever had them and i dont know why i waited so long to pick up a set. They are a god send for long trips, helps stop the hand from falling asleep and allows you to be able maintain speed easily when you want to rest your hand for a minute. And very easy to shut the throttle if you run into that oh shit moment as well.
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posted September 01, 2012 03:16 AM
Edited By: LeoVinceZX14 on 1 Sep 2012 11:17
colt:
Your trip distance is well within the capabilities of the 14. The question that comes to mind is..gear because that makes all the difference on a road trip being enjoyable or not. Do you have rain gear if you ran into a shower?
As stated before, traveling by bike is an "adventure" far more interesting then by car. I'd add, stop as frequently as you need to be "fresh" and stretch your legs, etc. Lastly, I am off on a 2,000 trip on my 14R in 10 days so you can definitely do 800 miles so long as you go at the pace that suits...you.
Ride safe and enjoy,
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TH1RT3EN
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posted September 01, 2012 03:30 AM
here is a set on e-bay, they are listed here for the same price as throttlemeisters website.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Throttlemeister-Cruise-Control-Heavy-1987-2012-Concours-ZG-1000-1400-Kawasaki-/140785432782?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item20c77738ce&vxp=mtr
the part number for the zx14 is (FH & AK1-H) all the H stands for is Heavy. You can also run (FT & AK1) which fit various other bikes. The only difference is the FT versions are not as big and heavy as the stock bar ends. I found a good deal on a set of the lighter ones and i am running them with no issues.
HTH
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posted September 01, 2012 03:41 AM
instead of a throttle miester, pic up a Throttle Rocker Original version. I have found that to be a much better deal to use. Trying to lock down the throttle on a 14 is almost impossible to modulate since it takes so little throttle movement to increase/decrease your speed. It allows you to relax both of your hands and still maintain consistant speeds.
Take back roads too...slabbing it sucks unless you just gotta make time.
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posted September 01, 2012 05:49 AM
I rode straight through from NY to Florida in my early 20's..... Back then I didn't have an ache in my body. Ride the bike man, you'll be fine. On the 14r I have gone 400 in 1 day so far and I'm 44, no soreness the next day.
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posted September 01, 2012 10:11 AM
Buy a cheap rain suit and RIDE.
I say a cheap rain suit because LDR may not be your thang,lots of people don't like it,lots do.
I love it. I'm leaving the 12th for a 2,500 mile trip on the 14R. Texas to Blood Mtn,Ga. and back.
About halfway through the first tank of gas,all your BS/cares/worries are Gone.
It's just you,the bike and the horizon. 400 miles is a good ride to find if you like it or not.
Your young,do this stuff now while you're able and the world is yours to own.
Don't be like some of us and be creaking when ya swing off the bike,lol.I've rode everything from a H2 to a Sporty then a Shovelhead to a ZZR12 and a C-14 across this land and now have a 14R.
GO,don't sit there,Ride!
See ya out there.
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colt
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posted September 01, 2012 10:49 AM
I don't own gear its hard to find in my size and I'm just going to use a back pack what kind of miles to a tank are you geting
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posted September 01, 2012 02:58 PM
Cycle gear will.have gear in your size..get the gear if u talking about riding period
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colt
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posted September 01, 2012 06:03 PM
I hear u my boyz been talkin Shit for years that's all I hear cause I only wear helmet 50 mile or more trips and too track. Yea I'm a poor ass w hite boy do u know how much a 7x will cost that's a lot of cows lol
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