Kawasaki Z900RS First Ride Review - I've Fallen in Love | Tall Rider Review

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I am a lucky creature. Honestly never thought in a million years I'd get to ride all the bikes I do and this one was a special one! I've liked them since they were first announced and I got to not only ride one, but ride it for a few hours AND make a video so I can look at the bikes loveliness...forever! Anyway....did I actually like riding the bike? Watch the video to find out :)
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@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

What's your favorite class or style of bike? I know ADVs are huge now but I personally love the retro stuff, and sportsbikes....a retro sportsbike would be very cool!! Anyway if you want this bike have a look at the for sale ad here: www.donedeal.ie/motorbikes-for-sale/2018-kawasaki-z900-rs/28802536?campaign=6 Also have a look at the photos I took of the bike on my Instagram, if you buy it and want any of the photos in full resolution let me know and they're yours for free :)

@colmh9699 2 года назад

If everyone could have one from each style of bike I think the world would be a better place. I love retro too but mostly when I look at bikes I picture where I could go on them and so sport tourers always tickle me in a way that no other bikes do. But then a nice bike is a nice bike so why can't I just have them all?

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

A much happier place, and end to wars and anger! Yeah I'm the same really, it's why the CBF is the main bike and gets to do so much, they're just the handiest style of bike for what I do :) Haha we can't have them all because the lotto is a fickle beast and won't just accept that I won it.

@peterfallows6802 2 года назад

Is not having a number plate allowed ❔

@vincentdavidson755 Год назад

Yes my ph mess up I only buy new bikes that way I know the maintance and condition

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

@@vincentdavidson755 that's fair enough. I doubt I'll ever be in the position to be able to do that sadly :)

@sjk8273 2 года назад

I bought one in April '21. It was the bike that got me back on 2 wheels after 30+ years away. My last new bike purchase was a GPZ900R A2 in '86! It's all an old man could ever wish for.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ah nice!! Haha it's definitely a bike I can see drawing people back in :) Especially people with an interest like yourself :) Hah brilliant, I hope it gives you many happy years motoring!

@richardmorris7063 2 года назад

I'm 65 & haven't ridden in 40 yrs.Had a 1000 Ltd back in the day,if they made an Ltd w/ Goodyear white letters & chrome is b tempted too!

@nevillebroadbent1601 2 года назад

It's the bike that got me back into it too. My last roadbike was an H2C believe it or not . Absolutely loving my RS.

@Sparky245 29 дней назад

I’m gonna get me a candy brown & orange one of them;)

@plumcrazyswede Год назад

This i very cool. I'm 203cm tall and a bit on the fat side. I've never been able to fit in a bike like that. I have a Yamaha Dragstar 1100 and a Honda Varadero XL1000 now. But always wanted to try a "classic" motorcycle like that. It's awesome to see you videos because you are the same size. Keep up the good work!

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't say it's the roomiest bike for folks our size but it's certainly tolerable and worth it for the bike :) Yeah one of them plus a nice retro classic would be the job, two nice bikes!! :) Thanks amigo, that's why I started making the reviews :)

@Dara-ih6jq 2 года назад

Very refreshing to see a fellow large man reviewing bikes. Most bike reviews are done by woman sized people and it’s so hard to tell if a bike is fit for a rider over 6 foot and over 200lbs.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Haha I wouldn't say sized like a woman man just a different sized person 😂 But it's one of the reasons I tried getting in to the reviews was doing videos for larger sized people!

@chadkline4268 Год назад

Well, I agree. I am sick and tired of reviews by short people complaining the seat is too high. I've never seen such a bike. They're always far too small and short. We need more reviews of bikes by men your size. 15% of men are over 6ft, 1 in 6. That's not a small number.

@2mkholley Год назад

Woman sized really?

@bajo 2 года назад

Have one myself! Great for upright rider fans (I’m 6ft). I just couldn’t get comfy on anything else in this range except for the MTO9. Put a throttle tamer on it which I recommend if you can’t do an ECU remap. Honestly one of the prettiest bikes out there.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ah very nice! Yeah anyone who likes a naked upright bike and a nice open seat would love one for sure. Throttle tamer is a great idea, definitely more budget friendly! It is indeed, lives in my head, I just wish I could afford one :D

@jean-pierrefernandez2460 Год назад

recommend ivans performance, over here in carolina, blue marble did too, check my channel, doing it step by step

@EpicAdamMotovlogs 2 года назад

This has been one of my favourite bikes since its release. I love everything about it. Nice review mate. A mere mortal like me at 5ft 11 will sit comfortably on it.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

As soon as it was announced I had a bit of a love for it and now after riding it I'm even more in love :) Thanks amigo :) Itd honestly fit you perfect!

@Brisco1983 2 месяца назад

I’ve always had vintage dual sport bikes. I had it in my mind that I was going to get a cruiser. Went to the Kawasaki shop to look at dirt bikes. Set on this bike and my mind was changed immediately. I’m 6’2 with a 34 inch inseam. It was extremely comfortable. Now I have to change my whole mindset.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 месяца назад

Haha I wish you all the best with it, I actually ended up buying one myself :) I got a 2019 Z900RS last June for myself for my birthday, I still love it, probably more now :D

@brianw338 2 года назад

I love your enthusiasm. Wow! I own one of these bikes and I just really enjoy it. I swapped the Dunlop’s for Michelin‘s 5s and had the ECU flashed. Two of the best things I could have done to it. This thing has boo-koo torque and I love how it handles. Thank you for the review.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Haha thanks! Ah glad to hear it, I'd love one still! Ah both are good sets of tyres, good to hear the ECU flash worked :) Thanks for watching!

@OrgzmicFear Год назад

Who did you get your ecu flashed by?

@KODEGREY 2 года назад

I can see why you like that bike so much!! It is a very cool looking bike! Powerful enough to have fun with too! Good review G!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Plenty powerful enough to have some fun! And one you'd sit down with in the evening to look at 😂 Thanks man!

@shotshotrod3487 2 года назад

What a great review, man!! Thank you!!!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Thanks, glad you enjoyed it :)

@regulatorg573 2 года назад

Glad I found the video! Loved it! I’m with you….I’m smitten with this bike! I too am a tall guy at 6’4” 240lbs. Even though I look large on it, I don’t care! Kawi knocked it over the park with this bike! Thanks!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

It's one of the bikes I've ridden over the last few years that I think about a lot :D They really really did knock it out of the park, and as I always say I can't see myself on a bike so why should I care how I look :D

@Nick_R_ 2 года назад

I'm 6' 5" and found the z900RS to be very comfortable, with good legroom for my 36" inside leg. Great review.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

And youve a longer leg than me so that's good to hear :) Thanks! :)

@sander16v11 2 года назад

Glad to hear your comfy. I’m 6’ 1 so I’m super excited to look at these.

@JesusIsLord7773 2 года назад

Bro this is one of my dream bikes! looks so cool!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

It's a beautiful bike :)

@TrustyZ900 2 года назад

Late post, but that's ok. Picking up a '22 blue model on Friday. Bought a Z900 abs 4 months ago. Love these bikes. Enjoy watching your enthusiasm. The RS is probably a little more comfortable than the Z. Can't wait. Thanks for the great video.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Hey the videos don't expire so I don't think there's such a thing as a late comment :) Ah excellent, best of luck with the bike! Having ridden a few Kawasakis since I do think the retro style seat is very comfy, glad you liked the video, thanks :)

@richardmorris7063 2 года назад

Boy Kawasaki really hit it out of the park w/ these.On paper there are more impressive machines but look at this thing!Really captures the spirit of the original Z.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I agree! They're definitely not built for out and out performance, but how they look and feel...perfect really for what they are and were meant to be :)

@I-Am-That 2 года назад

It's gorgeous bike. Gotten that exact model hardly 2 weeks old. With 5' 11" it's a perfect fit 👌🏼

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ah nice! Best of luck with it and I am only a little jealous 😂

@I-Am-That 2 года назад

Thank You. It just came at a right time unexpectedly and I fetched it at a good deal. One year old, 7k km & still under warranty for another year. I'm more envious seeing you having variety of ridings Subscribed 👌🏼

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

That's the job :) And warranties are always a bloody nice to have! Ah sometimes all the hard work pays off eh 😁😁 I do love all the bikes I get to ride! Thanks!

@stuartshone1740 2 года назад

at the end there you kept saying I really love it and i don't want to give it back. well thinking of it, you summed up just exactly the way i feel....

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Haha I will admit it was on of the toughest bikes to hand back I've ever reviewed. I reaaaallly liked it 😂

@SteveBlancoMusicianWarrior Год назад

Beautiful bike. Kawasaki rules my world. Thanks for the video!

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It is an absolute stunner :) Thanks for watching!

@denislafrance84 Год назад

Just love the way you'v been taking about this bike, i'm 69 years old and I do own a Z900 RS Cafe 2019 and your right It,s a cool bike, sound good handle good and....

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

Thanks! :) Ah nice!! I'd love to own one someday, really is a bike that left an impression with me. It has it all as a road bike imo! :)

@hachewie 2 года назад

I love this bike. One of my favourite looking modern retro bikes.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

You should get one :) Keep the Chewie family Kawasaki :)

@hachewie 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker I'll ask the wife.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Oh ho keep me out of it 😂😂

@DISCO_o7 2 года назад

love the color and your set up. nice ride man!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

It's a beautiful bike!! I wish I owned it :)

@jaredmkofficial 9 месяцев назад

Just picked up a 2022 with 1,500 miles. LOVE IT!

@TheGorillaBiker 9 месяцев назад

Nice!! Congrats!

@crumblymal8479 2 года назад

I luv em sooo cool and OMG it's another one I want even the original ones still look current I wanted one then and I want one now I only had the Z650 back then but I luved that too great review always a good watch cheers Michael : )

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Hahaha you'll have a list as long as me if you're not careful :P I think you'd love this so! Really not overburdened with tech and lovely to ride :) Thanks Malcolm!

@2shane493 2 года назад

Haven't passed my das yet but I sat on one today and I've falling in love already stunning bike with a super comfy seat

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

The seat is bloody brilliant on them! You going to get one? :)

@2shane493 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker its on my list ;)

@motogspot 2 года назад

I do like the retro looking bikes, that is a good example for sure 😀👍

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

It's so pretty 😍😍😍

@flibbertigibbet6200 4 месяца назад

I have just brought back to life a 2003 GSX 1400 with 8k mls on her, blue/and white and looks show room condition now. Was never really into classics but since working on my bike and riding it I have fallen for it hard and other retros, Hence why I am loving these 900rs bikes. Great Vid You can also get great PCP deals on these 900rs bikes. it's like £1500 deposit then £130 ish a month.

@TheGorillaBiker 4 месяца назад

Oh nice!! Beautiful bike I hope it serves you well :) I actually since this video moved to the US and bought a 900rs. like it even more now. Thanks! :)

@CagedMcChildren Год назад

That paint looks great. You really sold this bike. Still thinking of a Z900 but now considering this bike. I'm 6'2. Love that metal bar comin around back of it too. Kicks up that trim just right.

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

I wish I could have bought it myself tbh, I've been looking at them for sale ever since. I've ridden the Z900 as well and it wasn't as comfortable, a bit more oomph but I'd 100% go for this over it. It's an absolutely beautiful bike.

@theaustralianconundrum Год назад

@@TheGorillaBiker I just bought mine a month ago and it's genuinely decent quality out of Kawasaki's Japanese factory. I'd even say it's probably better than the recent ZX10-R's but it is not as good fit and finish as my 2006 ZX10-R. However compared to the 1974 Z 900 I owned as a young lad it's obviously better in every single respect except outright looks. But it's amazing how it takes me back to being 16 again with such a similar sound and look. Cheers from Australia.

@ThePonkster 2 года назад

very nice looking bike - makes me feel old when bikes looking like ones from the 70/80 and called retros now 😂

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Hahaha yeah that's fair....at least most people seem to like retro stuff :P We could also go with the modern classic, that's sounds better :D

@ThePonkster 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker Yes far better - I consider Myself as a Modern Classic 🤣

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Hahaha perfect, I think that'd be a great t shirt :P

@1702din Год назад

Thank you so much for the video, i will get one verry soon. Its super nice bike

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

I hope you do manage to get one and enjoy it :)

@iananderson1422 2 года назад

Micheal. You're a bike hoor. But then so am I have had 9 bikes in the last 5 years. Thanks for the tip on the Suzuki GSX S1000GT. They are not yet available here in Canada but I really want to test ride one. That Z900RS is a beautiful bike. I fully understand what you're saying about it. Really a bike you buy with your heart and not your head. Just stunning. Really hoping for a visit home to Ireland in the spring. Take care till the next video Cheers👍

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I'm am. And unashamed about it 😂 I want to buy one tbh, that's very likely my next big bike purchase. It'd tick all the boxes for me :) It's stunning man, absolutely heart bike and you'd never get sick of it, even just looking at it every day would be nice! Oh really? If I'm around give me a shout :) Thanks! Sorry for the delay on responding I'm currently touring Scotland :)

@ducatimale 2 года назад

There are sooo many home-grown bike reviewers out there now, posting all sorts of things on the Tube, and very, very seldomly are they any good and I don't even know why the heck I click on them. Especially the American ones where someone's testing out a bike going down endlessly long straights and not giving away any kind of useful information. So, it's lovely when you find a gem every once in a while. Hat's off to you mr Gorilla!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Haha you have to keep clicking to find anything good eventually :) I am very glad you did keep clicking and thought mine wasn't terrible, love hearing people like them :) Thank you!! :)

@boxinggloves6834 Год назад

Maan this bike looks just sick with this paint. So classy and clean in the same time. 👍🤙

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It's honestly still one of my favourite bikes you can buy new currently, such a well executed design.

@RRRRefuelRideRace 2 года назад

First comment. Really a nice bike, from the first day they introduced it. :)

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

It actually shows up that Brad beat you to it, must have been seconds in the difference :D It is a beauty, me too! I remember going through al the release media stuff, very cool bike!

@RRRRefuelRideRace 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker Yes, it somehow happened. Can check my content and sub, if you like it. I am your sub from the times you were riding a 600cc Honda. :) You now the model name, right? :)

@vtwindad1549 2 года назад

I love my brand new VN900 Custom and for the same money new I could have bought this.. it's a great looking bike that obviously outperforms my bike in everyway except maybe style and comfort. Great looking bike! Just needed a Vtwin in my life!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ah very nice!! The VN900 custom is a badass bike too, I would think it outperforms in style etc depending on the person, but it would possibly sound better, nothing like a thumpy v twin :) This is genuinely very comfortable! I might have to find a VN900 to compare :D

@vtwindad1549 2 года назад

You should! I must admit my goal was to basically have the opposite of my last bike (SRAD750) and I think I achieved that with the VN900. Plenty of space (I'm 6'1 and 130kgs) with the forward controls and seat

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I'll do my best :) Haha they are definitely very very opposite :) A good switch I think, nothing like swapping styles! That's the job man, I hope it serves you well for a long time :)

@OttavianoAugusto2011 2 года назад

Beautiful, gorgeous bike.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

It is indeed :)

@sickmick8846 2 года назад

I prefer sports tourers/ Nakeds. Absolutely love those Z9's. I think that particular one needs the fairing, front guard and "900" writing to be green too.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

That's fair enough! I'd personally take the fairing off altogether and that'd be it done for me :)

@byDanimal 2 года назад

In love at first frame, what a beautiful bike. I have to agree the yellow colorway is the best. It's right in the style I love for motorcycles. Would love to have one in the garage :)

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I saw it again today....I remain in love :'( Well you know what to do then, move to Ireland and buy it :D

@byDanimal 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker Oh, it's tempting let me tell you!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

@@byDanimal Or just buy one :P

@byDanimal 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker It's like you don't want me to move to Ireland or something. If it's distance you need I can move to France, or the Netherlands or Belgium since I can speak those languages.

@LaminarSound Год назад

I think thats the best looking paint scheme on ANY other model years of the 900 or 650RS. I love the larger "900".

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

I do think it's absolutely beautiful, every time I see one I still want it :D

@MonkeyButtRides 2 года назад

It totally is stunning!!! I love it! I think that color scheme is my fav. The digital monochrome screen is fine, love that it has a fuel gauge. I would totally tour on that but I'm weird touring on ZX10R. Great review. Buy a Kawasaki.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Me toooo 😭😭 It's beautiful man that's for sure. I wouldn't be unhappy with any of the colours except the black one! I like it that it's not overdone and simple, and yes fuel gauges are the job :) Haha I'd just be crippled you see, I'm too big to tour on a lot of things! Thanks man! I probably will fairly soon :)

@MonkeyButtRides 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker oh yeah totally, on tour that would be super tough at your dimensions. How us the tour of svottlamd going on the cbf?

@Srgthe 2 года назад

real nice bike, that colour is class on it but i do have a soft spot for the xsr 900 in the red and white, god its gorgeous

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

The xsr 900 is gorgeous, but there are a few bits I'd want to change on it whereas that bike is honestly ideal the way it is :)

@33rudedude 2 года назад

Great review and i love the colour ! any idea what the difference between a 2018 model to the 2022 as you've convinced me it's the bike for me but i love that colour combo and they don't seem to make a 2022 version but i can get a 2018.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Thanks, me too absolutely stunning colour :) Honestly from what I could see very little, I think they tweaked the fueling a bit and the usual stuff, other than that it was colour releases as far as I know. Nothing you couldn't update yourself really :)

@Zedinator593 Год назад

I bought one just like that, unseen, preloved and coming soon . I didn’t like the Matte Green in photos but it pops a little more in the daylight. The other bike I compared it to was a Triumph but it has a silly small tank and for me I like the total package on the rs. I think it will be a keeper.

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

Nice!! Congrats :) The RS is honestly one of the few bikes I still look at daily that I'd like to buy! Lives in my head so it does :) Triumphs are lovely bikes, I'd be the same though, the RS just checks a lot of boxes!

@stratolestele7611 Год назад

Exactly what I did just today. I haven't even heard it running, let alone ridden it. I just knew that I wanted it and will love it. Owned Yamaha, Honda in my youth, then went to Harleys for the next 30+ years. So tired of them. I'm ready for some great fun!

@ralfybaby 2 года назад

Nice review! Another old git here at 59 and on the taller side at 188cm 105kg. My legs don't fit the typical sports bike. The UJMs from the 70s just fit ... My last bike was a 1978 Z1000 in the exact colour scheme as this year's blue one with the yellow striping..... am I tempted??? You bet!! Have not ridden for 30 years .... not sure if this is the bike to jump back on.with all that power ....

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

59 isn't old :D Yeah I get that, I CAN fit on sports bikes but it's in no way comfy. Yeah anything with that older "fit everything" design, or even a nod to it like the 900rs just fits a hell of a lot better. Don't mind any of that, do it!! Go buy one and just take your time, you're old enough to have the sense to control the right hand :) This is a bike that still lives in my head tbh, I'd love one.

@pietrovardi9583 2 года назад

..those chucks and the socks.., oh boy :) Apart from those, a great positive review

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I'm a fashion icon ok, just no one else has realised it yet :D Thanks!

@pummyy Год назад

this color is really awesome

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It is! :)

@dwsr8426 2 года назад

I am lucky enough to own one of these but 2018. With a few tweaks it’s a superb bike for everything.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ah nice :) I'm only moderately jealous :P I'd believe it, but I don't think it'd ever be properly suitable for me for touring as I'm a bit big!

@dwsr8426 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker yes I’m another 5-11” lol. I am heavy though unfortunately

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Haha I'm more jealous of that tbh 😂😂 5'11 would be perfect for sportsbikes 😂 Ah sure look. Food is too nice it's not our fault 😂

@HS99876 2 года назад

good review, I think the most important thing about this bike that no one talk about is the Handlebar and it's height, this is naked bike with higher handlebar, it is the same engine as z900 with adventure touring ergonomics. just look at the handlebar, that is why riding this bike is so comfortable, you are seating upright .

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Thanks! I agree...to a degree, I certainly wouldn't call the ergonomics adventure touring, I'd call them more classic than that. A lot of the old CBs had a seating position very very similar to this, they're the only older bikes of this style I've ridden hence my comparison. But I think the entire style contributes to the comfort for me, the flatter seat with room to move, the lowish pegs, the highish bar, the overall rider triangle. It all contributes to the comfort I think :)

@HS99876 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker Unfortunately they don't make this classic style, not many out there. I watch lots of reviews on different bikes, most miss the ergonomics, It would be nice to see the reviewer seat on the bike in front of camera and grab the handlebar, check mark Pulling. Thanks

@V742 2 года назад

I've been partial to ADV bikes for the longest time with my size, but I took my mate's CBR500R for a ride last night and I'm really leaning towards getting a sports tourer. I don't really go off-road enough and other than neck pain (because of the clip-ons he's installed) it wasn't THAT uncomfortable. Hell, my knee angle is almost the same on my V-strom 650. He's currently considering a Z900, and now it seems I'll need to look at one, too.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I get that, they're definitely the most roomy for us larger folk! Ah very nice!! I'm extremely partial to sports tourers myself :) Haha yeah clip ons and comfort don't really go together :D That's the funny thing, ADVs and such are taller and roomier, but often designed for the same leg length so your legs are often in exactly the same position! You should definitely try get one out for a test ride at the least I think everyone who likes bikes would enjoy this one :)

@EnterTheBoyaa 2 года назад

Should consider a MT-09 tho. 2,03 meter here and I ride the MT09 with pleasure

@markmullen1852 Год назад

Goodness. You make that bike look like a 250. You're a big fella. You need a Yamaha Raider. Im 6'5" and my Raider is awesome for tall ppl. This z900 cafe will be my next bike. Its amazing!

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

Nah I'll stick with bikes of a style I like, no matter what others think I look like on them :) I'll eventually get one myself when I can afford to!

@Viper6-MotoVlogger 2 года назад

It is indeed a very sexy bike mate. Awesome lines 👍

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Agreed man, I was just oogling the thing for ages when I was taking photos of it :D

@waynester71 2 года назад

I remember when Kawasaki played this retro card before with their Zephyr range in the early 90s. My neighbour bought one of these this year.. he doesn’t ride it much, probably because he also bought himself a 2019 Audi R8 V10.. Jealous much..moi? 😄👍🏼

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ahhh the zephyrs are also beauuuutiful 😂😂 Oh man he has a bloody fine collection of toys then eh 😂😂😂 Add me to the list of not jealous people :P

@rodrigoafonso1995 11 месяцев назад

Awesome review from the tall perspective! How do you compare with the 2022 yamaha xsr900 or the r-nine T and maybe a speed triple from 2007 in terms of ergonomics for tall people? Thank you

@TheGorillaBiker 11 месяцев назад

Thanks! Sadly since I'm just a small channel doing this myself I don't get that many bikes! I haven't ridden the XSR900 very far(I got like 10 minutes on a friends bike) and never rode the R9T. In comparison to the speed triple though I find this more comfortable, and I just bought one!

@The9meister 2 года назад

You actualy fit it well ergonomicaly for your size, it is like me on a 80cc bike.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Not sure is that a dig or not :D

@Ringer1982 2 года назад

You can turn off traction control, two levels and "off" are available. As I can see in the video the preload on the back is in almost softest position, so I think it can be adjusted to your weight. It's quite a pain in the ass to adjust though...

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ah when I was cycling through it it kept going to 1 or 2, I didn't see an off like the other kawasakis I'd seen! Honestly I doubt it, I'm way out of the range of the average rider, no bike is adjustable to my weight without being rock hard and not pleasant after

@Ringer1982 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker I think when the bike is moving the "off" is not available. I think I tried to switch it off once while riding and couldn't.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ahhhh that might be it so! Silly me :)

@aleksanderasenov7491 2 года назад

OMG that's my dream bike.I really would like in the future to own one.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Good bike to have as a goal :) I hope you manage to get one at some point :)

@aleksanderasenov7491 2 года назад

To ride one , maaaan you lucky dog you.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Haha turns out the 1000s of hours of videos and editing are paying off 😁😁

@skinnydipper3493 2 года назад

Love this bike... reminds me of the movie "STONE". Excellent Aussie biker movie from the awesome 70's.👍👍. Also Kawasaki seem to do retro bikes better than the other Japanese manufacturers.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I have never seen it, but I'll look it up!

@skinnydipper3493 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker cheers.. i reckon you'll enjoy it.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

If it has bikes I likely will! And only seeing your edit now, I'd agree Kawasaki do retro bikes really really well in comparison to a lot of others!

@Chainsawbiatch 2 года назад

Great review! 👍🏼 It is truly a beautiful bike! 🤩😍 I am the same height as you, but as a beginner I am afraid that this is is a little bit too powerful and expensive for me. So I wanted to ask you the following. What do you think of the smaller model, the 650rs? Can I/we fit on it with 6ft 7? 😅 Thank you and best regards from Europe, Croatia

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Thanks :) It is indeed :) Expensive fair enough, they're actually not mad powerful and lurchy so it'd be manageable either :) I think they're also a beautiful bike, still plenty powerful too :) I haven't ridden one, only sat on one, and they're pretty similar size wise, definitely ever so slightly more cramped maybe. Whatever you choose best of luck with it :)

@Chainsawbiatch 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker Thank you so much for the fast answer! I have to try both of them out to see how they fit. Thanks again 😊👍🏼

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Not at all and best of luck 😁

@ReluctantBikerNYC 2 года назад

Nice review. Man, I am beginning to like this bike more and more. My one concern is the one you and other reviewers have raised about the throttle. One question: Why don't you think that this can be a touring bike?

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

The throttle can be Veeeeery easily fixed with a tune, it's just a mapping thing for emissions, if that's the only thing putting you off then go for it :) I meant that as more for me, I'd rather something like my CBF for touring with all the luggage!

@Ringer1982 2 года назад

It's certainly not as comfortable for touring as touring bikes, but among naked bikes it's one of the best for touring. It has a seat without a slope, and on which you can move (some bikes have seats which push you forward balls to the tank or forces you to seat in one spot). It has points to which you can attach a net to strap some cargo on the back seat (many bikes don't have them and you'll have to carry a backpack on the back). Also SW Motech mounts for the side bags don't spoil the look that much (you can see how they look in one of my videos). Yesterday I did 400 km on it, and several weeks ago I did 900 km in 2 days. Around 500 km per day is alright for me, but I never did trips which lasted for more than 3 days... Fairing even a small one like this is highly recommended, you'll be more tired without it after a long journey.

@ReluctantBikerNYC 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker Thank you for your reply. I currently ride a Guzzi V7, and it is a mellow bike, but the Z90RS seems to beat it in a numbers of areas, especially the comfort department.

@ReluctantBikerNYC 2 года назад

@@Ringer1982 Sounds like you are really having a good time on yours, Ringer1982. Thank you for your feedback!

@elevationmoto6208 2 года назад

I have a 2021 z900rs. Have taken several 400+ mile day trips and one of 541 miles. So I could see myself taking a multi-day 1000+ mile tour. I just drop my elbows a bit if the wind is bothering me at 80+ mph. Good bike for many roles.

@2shane493 2 года назад

Lovely bike

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

It is indeed :)

@aeror115 2 года назад

the paint job looks amazing!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

It looks even better up close! I put a few photos up on Instagram as well one is a close up of the tank, it's suuuch a nicely finsihed bike

@user-we2rg4xx1c 3 месяца назад

I like it. Does Kerker 4 into 1 pipes stil exist. Those were the pipes for these tipe off bikes in the day!Nice sound and breathes a bit better.

@TheGorillaBiker 3 месяца назад

I liked it so much I bought one 😂 Kerker was bought by supertrapp I think, I've not seen a supertrapp exhaust for these. Ah modern bikes generally are fairly well balanced once you get rid of the bread box. I just bought decat delkevic headers and a k&n filter so won't need more than that.

@wolffury5019 Год назад

I am in an Eternal Love with my prestinely maintained Yamaha RX-135,5-speed-Two Stroke Motorcycle!( year 2000 Model) This Kawasaki is SO Handsome except for the Headlight fairing. And Exhaust could have been more Retro ! Love from India 🇮🇳

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

Very nice! I'm glad you like your bike :) I don't mind the headlight fairing, I don't know would I buy one from Givi but it looks ok :) The exhaust is the same to me, as a rule most new exhausts are hideous as they have all the emissions stuff in them, this one was actually reasonably good looking :) Thanks bud :)

@wolffury5019 Год назад

@@TheGorillaBiker I am truly a YAMAHA MAN but I concede this Retro Kawasaki is really Exotic! I love the Exhaust pipe design of the 1980's Suzuki Katana! And love Twin shocks in the rear. I am really frightened when you drove through single lane country roads. Your work is ARUMAI!( In Tamil language it means AWESOME)

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

The retro stuff that's coming out is very very cool at the minute! I like the look of twin shocks but they're mic worse performance wise! Haha why? Those roads are my favourite 😁😁😁 Ah well thank you, or "go raibh míle maith agat" in Irish :)

@baz5806 2 года назад

Everyone bangs on about the brown/orange one being the one to buy, but i think this green version looks amazing.. want one so bad but don't have the cash!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

The one I said was my favourite? I have seen it in person and to be fair it pops, but that said I'd equally have this colour or that one. They're both beautiful! Same :'( I'd actually love one

@baz5806 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker same, i can get my pension money in a few years.. there's a yellow/black "SE" (yellow ball model) coming out in 2022 I believe, with ohlins front and rear with gold anodised wheels and forks.. absolutely gorgeous!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I've seen the photos of it, not sure if they're official actually or just fan renders but either way it'd be a properly nice colour scheme. Love the Kawasaki are emulating the old colours. That'd be pension money well spent!

@stephencartwright5046 2 года назад

Proper bike. Proper seat. Have to throw the silly fairing away though. It is the essence. I have been sadly disappointed with the Honda offerings in this dept. Bikes from the 80's were great. What you need is what this Z sled has, modern brakes, modern suspension, Fuel injection. I am sure you could hussle this around the track, just need to work harder than you do on the GSXR. Might need straight bars to. But back in the day this was your commuter, your tourer, your racer, your despatcher. Now the manufacturers, reviewers, and RU-vidrs would have us all with a fleet of bikes so we can do these things, and only go out on dry sunny weekends..... OK rant over. I would love to own one, but not here lol. Good review. Paint the Magna Kwacker green . . . . would that help your cravings?

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Have to say I don't get why more bikes don't just stick with bench seats. So much handier, easier to upholster, strap things to, I can move around on them etc. I do like the new CB1000 but that's not really retro to me tbh. Haha the 80s remain my favourite period of bikes :) Yep agreed, the lack of all the usual extras actually endeared me to it, just a pity you can't turn off the traction control completely! I definitely could, but what I more meant was I couldn't in it's current form, the bars are ok but the suspension needs work, it just got too out of sorts being hustled in to corners :) To be fair to the manufacturers and us youtube peoples I do think that the "specialised" bikes do a better job at the 1 thing, but that's it. I honestly think a bike of this style will be in my future and be used for absolutely everything....I'll always have a fleet tho...that's more my own mental issues than anything else tho :D The sunny weekends thing tho.....drives me mad! Enjoy your bikes :) I'd love to own one...I just need to somehow convince a bank to give me many monies! Thanks Stephen! Hahaha it just might :D

@Baldhills 2 года назад

I think the fairing looks great on the bike.

@xclent1975 2 года назад

Just added the Givi Cafe Windshield on this bike to my 2022 z900rs … I want to have it painted to match … the bike is very comfortable and is so very quick

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Very nice! It does really suit the bike :) That shouldn't be too difficult, hopefully you can get it sorted :) It's a beautiful machine :) Best of luck with it!

@xclent1975 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker thank you , keep up the great videos :)

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Thanks I'll try :)

@colmh9699 2 года назад

Great review of a very nice bike. Plus the Gorilla Biker gets his lady subscribers all hot and bothered with some sock flashing. Thanks for the upload !

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Thanks :) Hahaha I mean they are christmas socks so they should get everyone all hot and bothered :D Thanks for watching :)

@st4849 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker Ah, I'm not the only one on the planet who only finds Christmas socks in the wardrobe all year round? :) ...except for Christmas eve which is when I didn't find any... Fact...

@louieryan737 2 года назад

Thanks for that review some bike needs a belly pan to finish it off, love the old school look 👌 👍👍👍

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Not at all thanks for watching :D Ohhh a nice satin black belly pan would be lovely actually!

@jimmyhamm6041 2 года назад

Some say you have to have the ECM retuned in order to truly enjoy these newer retro bikes.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

A lot of newer bikes yeah, they're all a bit choked from factory. Honestly didn't feel that was too bad on this bike tho. Perfectly rideable as is.

@mpampispinakis738 2 года назад

Ωραία μηχανή μοτοσυκλεταρα, είναι και η αγαπημένη μου μάρκα, πολύ μου αρέσει ο γνήσιος ήχος 👍👍🥰🥰

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Είναι ένα υπέροχο ποδήλατο, μακάρι να μπορούσα να το είχα αγοράσει :D Θα το κρατούσα λίγο στοκ νομίζω, είναι σχεδόν τέλειο :) Συγγνώμη για το google translate μου!

@JayShermanFJC 2 года назад

How can you not fall in love with Kawis? I personally love this bike as well and it's unfortunate that my local dealership won't let you demo it unless you are serious about purchasing it as they are with all new bikes. I never see used ones in the dealership so have yet to ride one hence jealous of the gorilla man again. Cheers and go dry your wet arse off and have a pint or ten. Next up, how about a geezer glide, Goldwing standard non DCT model? It's on my purchase list for next year. My local dealership only gets in DCT since they think there's nothing better and they're too old and don't want to worry about shifting anymore.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I am finding it difficult not to like all of them :D Ah man that is a huge pity, I understand not every bike can be a proper test ride bike but one of these would definitely be worth putting a few miles on, how else do you get people serious buying them after all!! Haha I had many pints the weekend after recording this :) I'd absolutely love to try on of the new Goldwings man, if one was to become available I'd be straight on it! That's a pity! I have heard the DCT on them is amazing, but I'd be the same as you and at least want to TRY the manual before I buy.

@JayShermanFJC 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker I've heard the DCT is amazing but takes a few hundred miles to get used but my concern is low speed handling without that clutch. My driveway is a nightmare on the HD but a piece of cake on there KLR. Takes lots of clutch work, throttle, and rear break pressure to maneuver it safely. Because of it I totaled my Versys trying to get it parked, damn gravel and ruts.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ahhhh that makes all the difference then, slow speed I found was definitely not as good with the DCT, I can't imagine it's be much better on the Wing due to the weight. Fair call even more so in that case, sounds like you definitely need a manual!! We have gravel here too, the whole yard is big stones and I have to move a lot of my friends bikes when they visit! It's definitely a workout!

@gouppy Год назад

Absolutely gorgeous 💯💯💯✌️

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It is indeed :)

@patrickwalsh9662 Год назад

Which exact model is this? I love the painted 900 on the side battery cover or whatever that part is, as opposed to the physical badge that I see on a lot of the other models

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It's the base model Z900RS from 2018. The issue with paint etc is they were limited in numbers so you might find it difficult to find this exact one.

@irish-thinker4429 2 года назад

Il have one someday, just 11 grand is out of my price range ,but il wait till they come down a bit

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

That's fair, I'd be in the same boat as that 😂

@irish-thinker4429 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker great channel lad , Hey you asked about going yo Australia before ,look at what's happening there now ,you dodged a bullet man

@TopshelfJunior 2 года назад

SV650 owner but, thinking about this bike as an upgrade and my second bike purchase ever....

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I think you'd like it, much different engine out on the road :)

@joehain83 Год назад

Fair warning I’m autistic and mildly crazy but… UJM and Cali Clubstyle are my two styles I like most I’m 6’4” and want this bike made to look like a WestCoast ClubStyle Dyna with the fairing mxt raked 15” bars and hard bags I’d go as far as to get corban to do a bcm “Widowmaker” or “the wall” seat made for this bike and then go full American and max out every aspect I can of the performance without effecting the club theme I love the art hate the ride so I love I-4 Japanese L bikes or close to so ten gallon Heinrich tank made to house a marine gps that also has a rear view camera Goals Man goals

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

Only mildly? You're better than a solid 90% of the population so including me :) It's not something I'd do, but I will say I would absolutely love to see it done and how the dream turned in to reality :) So I hope you get to do it one day! Especially since starting track riding in definitely more about the ride than the rest! :) Have to have goals and dreams!

@gorrion.pr.600 2 года назад

that specific motorcycle 900rs nice retrosport look, they don't bring much to Puerto Rico

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I don't think they made many of them anywhere to be honest, I've seen very few of them here too. Stunning bikes tho!

@liveyourbestlife3785 2 года назад

I wonder if the traction control can be defeated by unplugging a ABS sensor. Can't know it's spinning if it's not connected

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

That'd definitely be worth a test, apparently it can be turned off too you just have to be fully stopped as someone in the comments said afterwards :)

@nicholaskemp2451 Год назад

It is gorgeous. I definitely want one but I already have a great road bike & I cannot justify another. To those who think the throttle is a little snatchy, this is called character. The S1000RR is a brilliant bike but, like many Hondas, it does everything so well I found it boring. May I suggest that if this bike is too much anything for you, perhaps a smaller bike is best.

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It is indeed, what do you ride yourself? It's always my issue as well is justifying a change when I already have a bike that does all my things. Ahhh I dunno would I call it character tbh, if it was caused by carbs etc and the way they were set up to fit a frame fine, but it's something that's literally fixable with a tune, an issue caused by a tune to pass emissions etc in the first place. Different type of thing imo. A lot of newer BMWs are a bit surgical, amazing all the same.

@nicholaskemp2451 Год назад

@@TheGorillaBiker Fair enough. I put a PC5 in my old '06 ZX-10R for the same reason and it was so much smoother and safer, particularly on throttle from low revs in 1st. I have a '22 CRF300L for dirt adventures and a '14 SDR for the bitumen. I never thought I'd ever be in a position where no other bike is as good (for me) as the one I own. It's possible I'll have it forever and change the dirty in a few years if my skills improve enough to warrant it. Are you fortunate enough to have found your dream bike?

@vincentdavidson755 Год назад

U can get heated grips ,ecu flash,and a brighter tail light,sliders 🙂⚡

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

You can get those on any bike to be fair :)

@clubstyleridahd4695 2 года назад

Is that front fairing a quick detach mount or is it bolted In place? Also how's the wind protection from it?

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

From what I remember it was bolted in place. I didn't pay a huge amount of attention to how it was attached. Pretty good in comparison to a fully naked front end with a single headlight. I haven't ridden a Z900RS with no fairing so couldn't directly compare.

@clubstyleridahd4695 2 года назад

@@TheGorillaBiker cool thanks. I really like the look of the naked one . I'm not a fan of bubble fairings. I think the zrx1200 fairing looks better. But nothing beats wind protection!

@vincentdavidson755 Год назад

The best all around bike to have it eats up Harleys will out last them and handles way better I know bikes been driving sence 1970 🧝⚡🏴‍☠️🌴💃

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It's a beautiful bike, and I'd still love to own one one day, that said I'm not sure I'd be comparing it to any Harley in existence, not really in the same realm of bike!

@vincentdavidson755 Год назад

@@TheGorillaBiker yes I like a bike on how it handles on the freeway the street bob Harley 114 is. Nice 95 hp. But the kaw 900 rs is 190 lbs lighter with 110 hp. And will last a life time . Kaw even run better in the heat and harlys have issues often running hot in the heat and people spend a few thousands dollars on them to boast up the power and the kaw is light enough to handle if I go off road the lighter weight saved the tires and moter🧝⚡🌴

@thebigempty_5792 Год назад

This must be a euro or UK version? I haven't seen one like this for sale in the U.S.

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

You haven't seen a Z900RS or just the colour? The RS is definitely over here in the US but the colours are limited per year so it might not have been a colour released here.

@johnflenaly6322 2 года назад

First time on the channel, if you don't mind what us your height and weight? I'm trying to get a visual comparison to myself.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I cover that at 1:55 of the video. Give watching it a chance :D 200cm/6'7 and about 128/130kg

@johnfabular5230 Год назад

Your rs900 is very beautiful color... Color similar to vulcan s....

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It's not mine sadly, but it is beautiful!

@joshharrison2657 Год назад

You don’t need a remap to solve the throttle problem. I solved the problem adequately with a G2 Throttle Tamer on my z900rs

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

I've read about them since and they definitely look like a good option, a lot cheaper than a remap!

@andrewnichols1240 2 года назад

I live in mid Wisconsin gots a kaw dealer 30 miles away I've tried 3 times in last 5 years to order me a Zed Lester bike with no luck. Availablity? Who's to blame limited production? O well I bought a 50 horse Kabota instead but this Zed 900rs really news inside. Like my Yamaha a 1977 from my just out. Of HS. So I'm gonna try again as soon as irs refund arrives? If power pac can land one?

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Yeah that's a bloody pity, I've no idea why they make this stuff in such limited quantities. Maybe a time thing with the custom paint or something. Mental they couldn't get you one in that time tho. I hope you do manage to get your hands on one!!

@varmintmaster 2 года назад

Plagiarism . . . You said everything I've been thinking since I bought mine 😃 I wound down the rear preload and added bit to the front too as I'm a heavy git and it transformed the handling. Perfect bike alright

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Haha it's my long distance bike thoughts mind reading abilities you see. :D AH that's good to hear that the stock stuff can be made to work for larger people, it's always a headache getting stuff rebuilt to suit!

@jetsparrow3171 Год назад

So what are the main differences as a rider between how this one and the Cafe Racer feel?

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

I haven't ridden the cafe version

@wiskkid 2 года назад

I really like the bike except for the grabby throttle. I recently demo'd the model. They would sell a lot more of those if they would have learned from the aftermarket of re-mapping the bike. It's really dumb ....other motorbike manufactures would have updated it to make the live wire throttle smoother. It's sad when a company like Triumph has surpassed a rice burner in terms of smoothness. Thx. Stuart, USA

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I honestly don't think it's that bad, like with smooth throttle application it's barely noticeable it's only if you're banging the throttle on and off that it shows itself really. Honestly I've found a lot modern throttle by wire bikes a bit snatchy, the MT10 was another one that suffered from it. For me I'd probably want to put a nice exhaust on and map the bike anyway so it'd be a non issue. But I do agree it's something that SHOULD have been sorted at factory. I wonder did it show up in test! Thanks for watching Stuart!

@pjeng1 2 года назад

I don't consider the throttle response is grabby or abrupt. In fact, I thought the bike is very responsive to my throttle input. You probably have owned other bikes in the past that have slower response kind of throttle characteristics, relatively speaking.

@Nickbaldeagle02 2 года назад

6`7“? Why didn't you stop growing at 6 foot? What were you thinking?

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I know. Silly really, just thought at the time it'd be cool....

@Superfangelo 9 месяцев назад

I'd really like to know what model number that windscreen is.

@TheGorillaBiker 9 месяцев назад

I've never been able to find it sadly. I recently bought a z900rs myself so was looking!

@ribalderr6052 2 года назад

Im pist some a the paint jobs i see the UK gets we dont!, and they still get a Z1000 also!

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

I think we get all the paint jobs they get in Ireland now, but they're limited releases, one set a year as far as I know!

@jean-pierrefernandez2460 Год назад

bro your an absolute monster, crank that preload down on both ends till your sag is only 20-25mm, youll be amazed, that bike comes set up for a japanese test rider like 160lbs soaking wet

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

If it was my bike or I'd had it for longer I would have went messing with preloads. Not ever going to mess with a bike that isn't mine tho.

@jean-pierrefernandez2460 Год назад

@@TheGorillaBiker its still a decent comment, especially for a "tall rider review" thats the right numbers and i have a walk thru how to do it for z900 on my channel

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

Never said it wasn't! I think(made this a long time ago) that I made reference to the fact it was undersprung for me! I have no doubt with a proper setup, for me that'd be new springs at minimum, it'd handle a lot better :)

@jean-pierrefernandez2460 Год назад

@@TheGorillaBiker thats what i wanted to talk about, i havent had to put a spring unless its a very very small rider, the stocker has only 2 or 3 threads showing, so much room for increasing the weight

@thinkdunson 2 года назад

10:40 wider tires don't really help get more power down to the road. the whole idea for wider tires on more powerful bikes is that they simply wear out slower than thinner tires because there's more rubber to spread the heat and wear across. with thinner tires you get pretty much the same amount of traction because a smaller contact patch will have proportionally higher weight per area. if you're in a race car going around a track trying to shave off 0.5 seconds, then yes wider tires can make a difference. otherwise, no.

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Without going in to it you're right and wrong tbh. There's obviously a good zone where the tyre is the right width, providing more traction while also being able to maintain heat. If you throw a 120 on the back you're going to have a bad time. I don't remember exactly what I said but I know my tyres, I work in rubber, and there's a good bracket for the right balance between heat and grip etc. But to say that wider tyres don't help get grip down to the road is also a false statement as is saying that they do too broadly :)

@danieloconnor6594 8 месяцев назад

Jaysus yer a big hoor, I'm not as tall but trying to find a good fit bike for a bad back.

@TheGorillaBiker 8 месяцев назад

For a bad back just make sure you can sit upright, leaned over will wreck you fairly quickly

@karlbratby4349 Год назад

Does anyone know what the fly screen is fitting to the bike ???

@TheGorillaBiker Год назад

It was a givi screen, you might find it on their website.

@mricho22 2 года назад

Would you have to tune the bike if you replaced the headers?

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Only the headers and not the exhaust? If you mean doing a full system I would tune it yeah.

@mricho22 2 года назад

I've seen a lot of people going for the akra' headers and the stock muffler

@TheGorillaBiker 2 года назад

Ahhh ok I getcha, to be honest in that case the stock map adjustments might be able to account for the change, it'd be worth seeing how it feels and check the spark plugs you'd know fairly quick then :)