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Picked up my Ninja 1000 in North Carolina Saturday. Six hour drive each way but worth the deal. Was in the market for a lightweight sport touring bike to ride through the N. Georgia and Carolina mountains and rolling hills. Love the bike so far and find it easier to ride than my Versys 650. Only negative is that it's a bit more busy sounding than I wanted.
I'm 58 and a relatively conservative rider. I plan for my front tire to stay on the ground...at least that's the plan. I'm already thinking about mods to bring it more on the touring side. Proposed:
Full windshield. V Stream Touring maybe
Gearing - I'm going +1 in front and maybe -2 in back
Heated grips...I ride year round and a lot in the cold shaded mtns
Possibly a foot peg lowering kit. I had one on my Versys and appreciated the extra space.
I'm looking forward to sharing thoughts and ideas.
I'm 58 and a relatively conservative rider. I plan for my front tire to stay on the ground...at least that's the plan. I'm already thinking about mods to bring it more on the touring side. Proposed:
Full windshield. V Stream Touring maybe
Gearing - I'm going +1 in front and maybe -2 in back
Heated grips...I ride year round and a lot in the cold shaded mtns
Possibly a foot peg lowering kit. I had one on my Versys and appreciated the extra space.
I'm looking forward to sharing thoughts and ideas.