The Ninja 1000's rev limiter is soft. Meaning the engine is able to over-rev slightly, even gracefully one may say, and there is no sudden drop off in power as typically happens when you bounce off the red zone. Anyone who's hit the limit through a corner should appreciate this little piece of tech
it would be aggressive riding. but if you are midturn and very close to the rev limiter the last thing you want to do is hit it when accelerating out of a turn early.
it would be aggressive riding. but if you are midturn and very close to the rev limiter the last thing you want to do is hit it when accelerating out of a turn early.
I've looked at the Kawasaki website and see a considerable difference between the seats on the 2019 (and previous) model years compared to the 2020 model year. My 2020 has the seats that are pictured on the 2019! I checked with a Facebook member in Australia and he informed me that his 2020...
As the header states talk about your ride, was it solo... with buddies or maybe even more special and with a loved one..... or two. I find very little bike related today more interesting then reading about someones adventure. It sparks the imagination and gives ideas.
So short or long with...
I have enjoyed my 2013 more than I anticipated. Didn't expect to have it this long or for it to be such a competent touring bike. That said, I'd like a newer model that has the more integrated bags. Plus, mine isn't ABS and I'd like to have that.
I haven't kept up on the new generations out...
Anyone have problems with their ignition key being inserted into the bike's ignition ?
I've noticed its been getting more difficult throughout the summer. Then, at times, when I go to turn it to start the bike, it won't turn as easy as it use to. Almost have to pull up on it ever so...
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