M.Martin
Well-Known Member
I don't know of it's engine performance as of yet as I am still under break in but I have brought it to 8k and the intake makes a real neat loud howl. The suspension is very rigid and with the 190/50 rear tire I had no problem getting rid of the chicken strips without any effort. The bike feels very light and flickable. The throttle is super smooth with NO glitches what so ever. Low end torch is effortless as it will just pull out of a corner without even a little sound of stress at 2k RPM. Seating position is comfortable but the seat is a bit harder than the FZ was (my butt or the seat will break in though). My toes want to point down and I like to ride on the balls of my feet so standing on the pegs to readjust the boys feels a little off leaning forward. The handlebars are high, wide and comfortable making me feel comfortable with my elbows up. No buzzing or vibrating anywhere. I hav'nt been over 75 mph but at that speed the wind has not been a problem at all (no buffeting) I will know more when break in is complete and I run it up to 80 or so. The overall build quality feel is outstanding with a bunch of little details that Kawasaki added. The styling is incredible and I don't plan to change a thing on it. So far I have no complaints and am in love with my Valentine day purchase <3