FalconofFreedom
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New zx14 will put down 185+ Rear Wheel H.P. for 2008!
http://www.bikeland.org/story.php?storyID=34443
http://www.bikeland.org/story.php?storyID=34443
New zx14 will put down 185+ Rear Wheel H.P. for 20
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forceofnature
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Still needs a more HP to get to 200mph with those aerodynamics.
Nice bike but I like the hayabusa better.
Nice bike but I like the hayabusa better.
07bluebusa
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i like this at the end of the report...............
Every champion knows sustained dominance is only possible with constant improvement. Such is the case with Kawasaki’s Ninja® ZXâ„¢-14. Since its debut in March of 2006, this motorcycle has ruled the open class sportbike roost with nearly non-stop magazine comparison victories. Even though the 1352cc Ninja ZX-14 won lavish praise for its massive torque, effortless power, agile handling and comfortable ergonomics, Kawasaki engineers were not willing to leave the door open to potential challengers.
Every champion knows sustained dominance is only possible with constant improvement. Such is the case with Kawasaki’s Ninja® ZXâ„¢-14. Since its debut in March of 2006, this motorcycle has ruled the open class sportbike roost with nearly non-stop magazine comparison victories. Even though the 1352cc Ninja ZX-14 won lavish praise for its massive torque, effortless power, agile handling and comfortable ergonomics, Kawasaki engineers were not willing to leave the door open to potential challengers.
orrentidwell
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Suzuki has always been gear around speed. Kawi has always tried to spin off of other companies best and make their product better. Kawi sucks! (and their ugly as sin)
It is really hard to build anything that does not have a "dated" look.
Suzuki did everyone a big favor by designing a body kit that was for function rather than eye appeal. When builders do the "eye" candy thing, they end up with looks that grow old quickly. Form follows function in my book and stuff that works, always looks good... go figure
I think the looks on the kawi are dated, much like the square looks the supra had and many of the other "psuedo street rods" had in the early 90's. (Enter the Dodge laser)
Am glad that Suzuki left the basic bike alone and chose only to mutilate the tail a bit. Classic speed with classic lines...
Suzuki did everyone a big favor by designing a body kit that was for function rather than eye appeal. When builders do the "eye" candy thing, they end up with looks that grow old quickly. Form follows function in my book and stuff that works, always looks good... go figure
I think the looks on the kawi are dated, much like the square looks the supra had and many of the other "psuedo street rods" had in the early 90's. (Enter the Dodge laser)
Am glad that Suzuki left the basic bike alone and chose only to mutilate the tail a bit. Classic speed with classic lines...
COLDSTONE1298
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Not sure about 185hp claim (didn't see it on that page, just torque reading) but it is a improved and quieter package and still has that comfortable seating. And I actually like the looks. Face it the bike is as unique looking as the busa. I'm in LOVE with their new special edition paintjob!
The Big Red One
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I don't think its going to put down quite that much lol..................but it and the new busa are going to be neck and neck in most every department prolly. What are we gonna do when we don't have one clear winner to lord over the other side with? This could destabilize life as we know it.............and frankly I'm a little skeered
Absolutely nowhere does it state any numbers, there will be a very minor tweak in overall power gains and I sincerely doubt the bike will dyno at 185 to the rear wheel.
It is possible after 'the usual' mods that there will be a little more than the '06-'07 bikes, but it will be a while before those numbers float out of the aether.
It is possible after 'the usual' mods that there will be a little more than the '06-'07 bikes, but it will be a while before those numbers float out of the aether.
Between the two bikes the winner will be based on who's has the biggest ballz, not what weapon you choose to ride.(The Big Red One @ Sep. 25 2007,20:11)I don't think its going to put down quite that much lol..................but it and the new busa are going to be neck and neck in most every department prolly. What are we gonna do when we don't have one clear winner to lord over the other side with? This could destabilize life as we know it.............and frankly I'm a little skeered(FalconofFreedom @ Sep. 25 2007,17) New zx14 will put down 185+ Rear Wheel H.P. for 2008!
http://www.bikeland.org/story.php?storyID=34443
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I was reading about the zx10r and its weight and HP isnt much different than the older Busa ,,but hows it compare to the new GSXR 1000? Suzuki has always been my favorite , But Kawasucki is really doing well....
What a joke...If anything the zx14 was ripped on low end torque.
The ZXs questionable "dominance" comes after almost a decade of the undisputed king's reign.
"not leave the door open to potential challangers"
Aside from the article, and regardless of the "claimed" hp from the new model...the ZX is a fine machine on it's own and I do think that limited edition paint is tight
Should the claimed hp be correct, that is exactly my reason for being PO's at Suzuki for not kicking out a 1400/1500cc 200hp kick arse Busa, kill a flea with a sledge hammer philosophy.
After a decade of suzuki putting forth zero dollars in research and development and putting all the busa dollars into zuki's pocket...how do they reward the loyal Busa faithfull...by taking the cheap way out and slightly torquing up a 10 year old motor...wooo....hooo
I'll belive it when I see it. Imagine how pizzed off the owners of the first models are going to be.
hayabusa john
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I just love the looks of the Busa over the Kowasuckie. If I want to go faster, there's hundreds of speed mods for the Busa, that will blow the doors off of a ZX14. And if body work is'nt important, get a new Suzuki "B-King". That thing is crazy fast.
Amen Brother....
ZX14's are lined up at the dealers in record numbers. NO ONE is buying them! Busa's are flying off the shelf....
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