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Old 12-14-2009, 02:23 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 Review

Okay, we've now ridden the all-new Z1000, and it brings to the sportbike table big grins, liter-class performance, a wide range of capabilities and a wicked appearance, all at an MSRP less than some 600cc sportbikes.

Now, the question yet to be answered is whether the American market will continue its bone-headed aversion to any sportbike without a full fairing. If they do, they will be missing out on one of the best performance bargains available.

I once had a first-gen Z1000 as a long-term project bike, which gave me plenty of time to learn its strong points and its deficiencies. Its distinctive styling and hooligan demeanor gave it an enthralling personality, but those positive attributes were countered by an unbalanced suspension and a vibey motor. The old Z had its fans, but there weren't enough of them. A 2007 revision calmed the annoying vibes and had midrange-enhancing tricks to go along with its freshened cosmetics, but continued slow sales caused it to be dropped from Kawi's 2009 lineup.

No matter, because the 2010 model is new from the ground up. Improvements are so vast that comparisons to the previous iteration are pointless. It's a well-engineered street-fighting machine that will be difficult to humble by any of the illustrious naked sports bikes from Europe.

More: 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 Review on Motorcycle.com
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Old 12-15-2009, 04:23 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Good review...kinda confirms what we already thought, but I still want a full test with #'s of 0-60, roll-ons, 1/4 miles, gas mileage etc. Makes me want to go get one anyway. Here's another test on motorcycle usa....they were positive but not quite as impressed with the motor, why hmmm
2010 Kawasaki Z1000 First Ride - Kawasaki Street Bike Motorcycle Review - Motorcycle USA
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Old 12-17-2009, 02:29 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Good review...kinda confirms what we already thought, but I still want a full test with #'s of 0-60, roll-ons, 1/4 miles, gas mileage etc. Makes me want to go get one anyway. Here's another test on motorcycle usa....they were positive but not quite as impressed with the motor, why hmmm
2010 Kawasaki Z1000 First Ride - Kawasaki Street Bike Motorcycle Review - Motorcycle USA
I really am considering that Z1000 for my next bike, dude. I don't care what Motorcycle-Usa has to say, but that shit will be a blast in the twistes!
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I am really onto this new ride. Looks like fun as well.
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Default 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 is WICKED!!!!
We have our new 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 and LOVE it!!! We have some very cool things happening with it. Stay tuned as we work our project "Streetfighter" over the next couple months to bring out the ultimate Z1000 Streetbike!


Also please let us know what parts you would like to see us make. We always welcome public opinion.
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We have our new 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 and LOVE it!!! We have some very cool things happening with it. Stay tuned as we work our project "Streetfighter" over the next couple months to bring out the ultimate Z1000 Streetbike!


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Fender eliminator, anyone?
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How about a underbelly exhaust?
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How bout a kit to make it look like the 03-06'model? The new batcycle look isn't bad imo, but if it looked like the original omg I'd be selling my car to get one.
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Here's another review. they loved it btw
2010 Kawasaki Z1000: MD First Ride
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There are also reviews online on the Cycle World and Sportrider magazine websites.
Also a short review on Cycle Canada magazine website.
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