Kawasaki Concours Forum
The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => Accessories and modifications - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: 1 wheel peel on December 10, 2012, 05:44:24 PM
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Greetings from East Texas! New to the Big K family, always owned Yamaha, Suzuki and Honda. Traded my FJR plus cash for this `09. It was bought new from the dealer in June 2011 by a 62 y/o who did not get to enjoy it much. I got it last Wed and have only managed about a hundred miles so far.
Been lurking about for a couple of months gathering info here and on other Kawi forums. Saved my "official newbi post" till I picked one up. I've gained a lot of info here, hope to be able to add some back in the future.
My wife and sons all ride as well so that makes for some good family time.
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(http://i304.photobucket.com/albums/nn181/1wheelpeel/Concours%2014/130.jpg)
On a short outing last Sunday.
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congrats looks like you found a clean one owner,you will love it
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Purdy bike ya got 'dere 1 wheel. Welcome......
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Nice scooter. Man, I love mine! I grin like an idiot when I just look at it.
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Congrats and welcome 1WP! :chugbeer:
Now please lose that massive potato launcher... :)
(http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/nopotato.jpg)
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Welcome!
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Welcome.
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Congrats, love that color.
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Congrats and welcome 1WP! :chugbeer:
Now please lose that massive potato launcher... :)
Don't listen to ZG... the stock muffler is just fine. And don't start painting the bike black, either!
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Don't listen to ZG... the stock muffler is just fine. And don't start painting the bike black, either!
:battle:
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Welcome! :)
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Welcome!! Don't let your riding partners test out your Connie. 1 - you might not get it back, or 2 - you'll be looking at getting 2 more Connie's
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Don't listen to ZG... the stock muffler is just fine. And don't start painting the bike black, either!
Welcome One!
Max like's 'em big you know...
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Don't listen to ZG... the stock muffler is just fine. And don't start painting the bike black, either!
Keeping the stock muffler is like 'Taking One For The Team'. :stirpot:
(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll112/tomdvaughan/emoticons/team.jpg)
And black is faster.... nuff said ;D
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Welcome out. Nice bike. Enjoy.
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Thanks for the kind words folks, and you to Gumby...... that's not a team I want to be a member of !!! :o
I was actually able to pick up an `06 ZX14 header that was pulled at 500 miles the same day I picked up the bike. So I'm workin on it guys. ;D I have enough in my garage that are loud this one will remain quiet at least for now. I also picked up a pretty rough pair of stock ZX cans for free (I know heavy , cats and restricted, thats ok, that's what I want) that will alow me to get things fitted. I'm in the market for some undented/unscratched ones.
Also if anyone knows of a thread that is still functional regarding the installation of the stock ZX cans please post a link. Some say the left mid pipe must be bent to use the center stand, some say it dosn't. I have read a lot of opinions about what it takes but have yet to find a thread on the stockers being installed, seems like they were all lost at the other site or have been erased. Lots of info on after market slipons.
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(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll112/tomdvaughan/emoticons/team.jpg)
:yikes:
Is there a guy under her??
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Keeping the stock muffler is like 'Taking One For The Team'. :stirpot:
(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll112/tomdvaughan/emoticons/team.jpg)
And black is faster.... nuff said ;D
:yikes:
Is there a guy under her??
Not for long, I think that she's eating him, starting with his face.
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Welcome!
Great bike. Loads of fun. You'll love every minute on it.
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Thanks for the kind words folks, and you to Gumby...... that's not a team I want to be a member of !!! :o
I was actually able to pick up an `06 ZX14 header that was pulled at 500 miles the same day I picked up the bike. So I'm workin on it guys. ;D I have enough in my garage that are loud this one will remain quiet at least for now. I also picked up a pretty rough pair of stock ZX cans for free (I know heavy , cats and restricted, thats ok, that's what I want) that will alow me to get things fitted. I'm in the market for some undented/unscratched ones.
Also if anyone knows of a thread that is still functional regarding the installation of the stock ZX cans please post a link. Some say the left mid pipe must be bent to use the center stand, some say it dosn't. I have read a lot of opinions about what it takes but have yet to find a thread on the stockers being installed, seems like they were all lost at the other site or have been erased. Lots of info on after market slipons.
Welcome!
The pad on the center stand doesn't clear the left side mid pipe, so you need to make changes for things to fit. You can just extend the arm of the center stand around the pipe (what I did), remove the center stand (I would not), or buy a custom (like Muzzy's) modified center stand.
There's also no left side muffler mount location, so that requires a fix. Many go with the Muzzy's left bracket, so it looks (mostly) factory. I didn't...
And as for the pic Gumby posted, there just isn't enough alcohol to even consider joining that team. :yikes:
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....The pad on the center stand doesn't clear the left side mid pipe, so you need to make changes for things to fit. You can just extend the arm of the center stand around the pipe (what I did), remove the center stand (I would not), or buy a custom (like Muzzy's) modified center stand.
There's also no left side muffler mount location, so that requires a fix. Many go with the Muzzy's left bracket, so it looks (mostly) factory. I didn't........
Those things I am aware of, but does the mid pipe require any modification? Sorry if this sounds stupid but I have not started on mine yet and I have not been able to find any pictures depicting that area.
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WELCOME fellow East Texan! Kinda partial to that color myself! ;) Hope to see you soon at some local gatherings.
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Those things I am aware of, but does the mid pipe require any modification? Sorry if this sounds stupid but I have not started on mine yet and I have not been able to find any pictures depicting that area.
Mine didn't...
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Welcome to the club. You found a cherry for sure.
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Those things I am aware of, but does the mid pipe require any modification? Sorry if this sounds stupid but I have not started on mine yet and I have not been able to find any pictures depicting that area.
I found the donut gasket where the mid connected to the header was thick enough to allow for slight manipulation of the midpipe to allow clearance around the hardparts. As C1x did, I modded the center stand to fit. The side stand contacted the mid slightly so I spotted a weld bead on the pad where the stand makes contact in the folded position. Went with Muzzy left side bracket.
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WELCOME fellow East Texan! Kinda partial to that color myself! ;) Hope to see you soon at some local gatherings.
Hey Skip!! This is all your fault! >:( ;D Yours was the first I had ever seen in that color.
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Mine didn't...
I found the donut gasket where the mid connected to the header was thick enough to allow for slight manipulation of the midpipe to allow clearance around the hardparts. As C1x did, I modded the center stand to fit. The side stand contacted the mid slightly so I spotted a weld bead on the pad where the stand makes contact in the folded position. Went with Muzzy left side bracket.
Thanks guys that Helps a bunch.
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Welcome, friend! If you have any questions regarding protection for your purty new bike (from any manufacturer, really. I'm rather versed on the subject.), don't hesitate to ask!
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(from any manufacturer, really. I'm rather versed on the subject.)
Really? Your avatar and signature suggest otherwise. ;) J/K Ryan, glad to see you are looking out for the new comers. :)
There are many of us here that would highly recommend the Canyon Cages and side bag protection from MCEnterprises. :thumbs:
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Really? Your avatar and signature suggest otherwise. ;) J/K Ryan, glad to see you are looking out for the new comers. :)
There are many of us here that would highly recommend the Canyon Cages and side bag protection from MCEnterprises. :thumbs:
Hahahaha Oh Gumby! I do work for MCE but that doesn't mean I can't have an objective view on protective equipment, regardless of manufacturer! Although, I may be a taaad biased. :D
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........If you have any questions ....
Great, Thanks! As a matter of fact I do have a question. :) Part #1400-410 is shown for the 2010-up only. Is that style of bar available for the 08-09's? I'm not a big fan of the #1400-100 I'm sure they would do a great job in the event of a tip over but I just can't see them without thinking of Ronald McDonalds shoes. :-\ I know, I know I have a strange way of thinking. :-[
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Great, Thanks! As a matter of fact I do have a question. :) Part #1400-410 is shown for the 2010-up only. Is that style of bar available for the 08-09's? I'm not a big fan of the #1400-100 I'm sure they would do a great job in the event of a tip over but I just can't see them without thinking of Ronald McDonalds shoes. :-\ I know, I know I have a strange way of thinking. :-[
We do indeed! The part number is #1400-400. It's a similar design although it does look different than the #1400-410 because the bike itself is slightly different. The Canyon Cage for the 2008-2009 Connie is actually slightly cheaper at $275 than the #410's are at $300 as well. Anyhow, here are some photos:
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(http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g43/rnvanquish/Concours08-091400-400001.jpg)
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Wow! Much better, thanks.
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Wow! Much better, thanks.
You're welcome! If you'd like to order or have any further questions regarding these parts, don't hesitate to call, email, or PM me!
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Congrats from Houston!
Great color by the way! Must be the color to have in east Texas!!
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You got rid of the cleanest Blue Pretty FJRs I've ever seen! Does this mean we are doing a CCS install this summer?
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You got rid of the cleanest Blue Pretty FJRs I've ever seen! Does this mean we are doing a CCS install this summer?
Summer?! I already have the system, better make that early spring. :chugbeer:
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(http://i286.photobucket.com/albums/ll112/tomdvaughan/emoticons/team.jpg)
This is how you welcome people around here? Sheesh!
Man, that bike is clean and just broke in. Mine has 187 miles on it and I need to finish breakin so I can rip it. I have been bad and it has seen 6k and I can tell it was just starting to get fun.
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This is how you welcome people around here? Sheesh!
Go back and look at the context of this picture. I was poking fun at Max.
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Good luck with the new bike and welcome to the group.
Fred
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Also new to the Concours and in East Texas. Hope to see you on the road somewhere. Congrats
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Also new to the Concours and in East Texas. Hope to see you on the road somewhere. Congrats
What part of ET? I'm close to Palestine.
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I am about halfway between Tyler and Canton. I love taking 314 and 315 up your way when I can. I would love for you to pass on any roads that you think are worth a look. I am always looking for new opportunities. Ride safe.
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Most any of the FM rd's around Edom or Further south around New York had good surfaces last time I was up that way. The guy that was over TxDot in Anderson County retired He always did a pretty good job on keeping or FM rds in good shape. I was out the other afternoon and found a spot patched with lose asphalt, not like they paved it and had not sweped off the lose but like old crumbled up recycled stuff. :o It might not be looking to good in our back road future round here. >:(
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Well there is always Tennessee and North Carolina. And Akansas for the weekends I guess.