NinjaNick
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'08 ZX14 (Blue)
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posted October 05, 2007 02:54 PM
 Edited By: NinjaNick on 14 Oct 2007 06:17
2008 K8 released now!
Specs
Engine: 999cc,4-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, TSCC
Bore Stroke: 73.4 x 59.0mm
Compression Ratio: 12.5:1
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Lubrication: Wet Sump
Ignition: Digital/transistorized
Transmission: 6-speed, constant mesh
Final Drive: #530 chain
Overall Length: 2045mm (80.5 in)
Overall Width: 720mm (28.3 in.)
Overall Height: 1130mm (44.5 in.)
Seat Height: 810mm (31.9 in.)
Ground Clearance: 130mm (5.1 in.)
Wheelbase: 1415mm (55.7 in.)
Dry Weight: 172 kg (379 lbs.) CAL 173 kg (381lbs.)
Suspension Front: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, high & low speed compression and rebound damping
Suspension Rear: Link-type, gas/oil-damped, fully adjustable spring preload, high & low speed compression and rebound damping
Brakes Front: Dual hydraulic disc
Brakes Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Tires Front: 120/70-ZR-17
Tires Rear: 190/50-ZR-17
Fuel Tank Capacity: 17.5 liter (4.6 gal.)
Color: Blue/White, Black/Gold, White/Silver
Engine Features
999cc 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine for increased power, torque and acceleration with forged aluminum alloy pistons, chrome-moly shotpeened connecting rods, hollow camshafts, and a secondary balancer shaft for reduced vibration
Compact fuel injection system features the Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve System (SDTV) - with twelve smaller holes for maximum fuel delivery and steeper angle for secondary injectors
Idle Speed Control (ISC) system for improved cold starting, consistent idle quality and reduced emissions
High volume Suzuki Advanced Exhaust System (SAES) with equal length head pipes feeding a unique under engine chamber leading to two compact aluminum/titanium mufflers on each side
The mid-pipe includes a Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) system for maximum torque throughout the rpm range and an oxygen sensor used by the engine management system and combined with the under-engine catalyzer for reduced emissions
48mm ventilation holes between cylinders reduce pumping losses
Self adjusting hydraulic clutch uses and minimzes changes in clutch feel over a long race
Back-torque limiting clutch allows smooth downshifts, plus a rack and pinion operating system provides a positive clutch feel
S-DMS (Suzuki-Drive Mode Selector) system allows the rider to choose from three engine settings to match track conditions with a handlebar mounted switch
Radiator utilizes a trapezoidal shape seen on works race bikes. The oil pump is larger for increased capacity and performance.
Chassis Features
Aluminum alloy twin-spar frame is built using five castings for lightweight, unmatched handling and performance, increased production precision, and reduced weight.
Die-cast aluminum-alloy swingarm is more rigid and features an innovative new link system which pivots on the swingarm itself for increased traction and reduced side loads.
DLC coated 43mm forks and rear shock feature high and low speed compression damping along with adjustable rebound and preload settings
Forks feature larger 56mm outer tubes below the triple clamp for increased rigidity.
Electronically controlled steering damper uses a solenoid valve to move a tapered needle reducing or increasing oil flow to adjust damping force.
Adjustable rider footpegs can be moved into three different positions to suit rider preferences
310mm front brake discs are attached to the carrier with 10 floating mounts instead of 8 for improved heat transfer away from the disc
Rear disc works with a single piston caliper and is mounted above the swingarm for reduced braking effect on the rear suspension
Wind tunnel developed bodywork features an aggressive style, reduced frontal area and a tall windscreen for optimum aerodynamic performance
Vertically stacked headlight features a compact projector bulb and when combined with the sleek bodywork and tailsection offer maximum rider mobility and unmatched styling
An easy-to-read instrument cluster includes a step motor controlled analog tachometer, digital LCD speedometer, dual tripmeters, clock, convenient gear position sensor, rpm indicator light and a new LCD S-DMS mode indicator displaying which performance setting has been selected by the rider
Close-ratio six-speed transmission with an adjustable back torque limiter for smoother downshifts.
Bridgestone radial tires mounted on cast aluminum wheels featuring thin spoke design with optimized wall thickness to reduce unsprung weight.
Source: suzukicycles.com
  
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Gary B
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posted October 08, 2007 04:18 PM
You forgot the all black one! Look again!
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dubious
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posted October 09, 2007 08:27 AM
MMMM ... black!
YES!
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NinjaNick
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'08 ZX14 (Blue)
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posted October 14, 2007 05:18 AM
Edited By: NinjaNick on 14 Oct 2007 06:18
quote:
You forgot the all black one! Look again!
What are you talking about? It's there, 2nd one down.
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Gary B
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posted October 15, 2007 04:06 PM
Zipped right past it.....LOL
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NinjaNick
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'08 ZX14 (Blue)
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posted October 16, 2007 01:22 PM
quote:
Zipped right past it.....LOL
You must own a Kawasaki; if so, that can happen sometimes brother. 
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Gary B
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posted October 16, 2007 03:38 PM
A Kawi? How DARE you speak to me like that!! LOL
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robthorn
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posted November 26, 2007 09:25 AM
Still only the blue and white is available. Got our deposits on #1 and 2 in black.
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stevewfl
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posted November 26, 2007 10:25 PM
NICE BIKES!!!
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2010 Concours14
'08 R1 YAMAHA
ZX14 gone!
CBR600RR track bike
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NinjaNick
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'08 ZX14 (Blue)
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posted December 06, 2007 05:50 PM
Uhhhhhhhhhhhg! I WANT THAT WHITE ONE!!
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stevewfl
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posted December 06, 2007 09:56 PM
tonytooth has got the sweet black one ordered
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NinjaNick
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'08 ZX14 (Blue)
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posted December 06, 2007 10:56 PM
Do these '08 gixxers have traction control like the 10 Steve???
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stevewfl
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posted December 09, 2007 07:28 PM
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Do these '08 gixxers have traction control like the 10 Steve???
I dunno, other than the graphics I don't think they changed from '07. Tony and Rob would know.
The Honda has traction control for '08
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'08 R1 YAMAHA
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robthorn
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posted January 08, 2008 06:05 PM
colors are the only changes I know of. Maybe they fixed the recalls.
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hotrod360
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posted January 16, 2008 09:25 PM
the white i like
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robthorn
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posted January 17, 2008 01:24 PM
Here's mine
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dubious
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posted January 18, 2008 05:57 PM
quote:
Here's mine
sweet lil bike bro... very smooth looking...
like the taylormade exhaust too.... lookin good 
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robthorn
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posted January 18, 2008 07:48 PM
much appreciated. Don't worry the front reflectors are gone. I was waiting for replacement bolts. Only a couple minor things left and it will be finished. Can't wait so I can buy a new helmet.
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stevewfl
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posted January 18, 2008 10:28 PM
ROB!!! WOW your bike looks GREAT!!!
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2010 Concours14
'08 R1 YAMAHA
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CBR600RR track bike
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robthorn
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posted January 19, 2008 10:24 PM
thanks steve you might have to see it in person sometime.
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stevewfl
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posted January 21, 2008 08:15 PM
you're right!!! I'm typing that as i sit here and pack for Ft Myers FL lol
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'08 R1 YAMAHA
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Sticks_n_Stones
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posted January 23, 2008 12:55 PM
Do they even bother to put the size of the bike on the fairings anymore?? Remember the day you could just look at a bike and read what size it is?? Now they all look the same, and they dont even bother putting it on the fairings.
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'06 zx14
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PCIII w/ Muzzy map
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robthorn
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posted January 23, 2008 01:24 PM
Mine says 1000 on the top of the tail section. Thats it. Might be someone using their brain if we are lucky. With the number of deaths on fast bikes and young riders increasing all the time. Maybe it's good they don't print it to see. I know a lot of guys remove the number so people don't know it's a 600 or 750. Peer pressure possibly?
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Sticks_n_Stones
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posted January 23, 2008 01:50 PM
Total peer pressure. Guys insecure with the size of his .... bike. I dont know why, the newer 600's are so damn fast that only a newer 750 or 1000 is faster. Put a '07 R6 up against a mid 90's or earlier 1000 in a rollon and there will be some surprised riders out there.
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PCIII w/ Muzzy map
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robthorn
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posted January 24, 2008 04:10 AM
yeah I just got my wife on my old 06 636 and last night she was complaining that it's not fast enough. She wants to do a wheelie. She has no clue and has never given the bike more than half throttle. Half throttle is only about 30-35% of the power on that bike and when you get into higher rpms you get a big kick. I told her hell no is she getting a bigger bike while we are married. Everyone we ride with has 1000's or busa's and 14's.
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