Kawasaki GTR 1400 / Concourse brutally honest Review

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Jonny Lee

Jonny Lee

Күн бұрын

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@michaelrandle4128
@michaelrandle4128 4 ай бұрын
I’ve had one for six years, love it, put 45 thousand on and not let me down once, I’m 75 years old and have no problem with weight, enjoy it pall.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Yeah I love this bike it’s pretty perfect. Thanks for watching mate .
@kenshienalam8072
@kenshienalam8072 4 ай бұрын
Is it good in corners?
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
@kenshienalam8072 very very good
@johnnykawakid
@johnnykawakid 4 ай бұрын
Great video dude. After 12 years of zzr 1400, and 62 years old geezer, I decided to get gtr 1400, and absolutely love it. Great review. Keep them coming.👌
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Cheers mate and thanks for watching
@sytov-px300ln
@sytov-px300ln 3 ай бұрын
Купил два месяца назад этот аппарат. Это просто космос, паровозная тяга на протяжении всего хода ручки. Пригнали из Японии в отличном состоянии. Это просто ракета, спасибо за видео.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching
@dadstablet-q3u
@dadstablet-q3u 2 ай бұрын
I'm picking up my 2014 model today, I hope I like it too.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 2 ай бұрын
@dadstablet-q3u I’m sure you will , let me know what you think of it .
@paulboyall6591
@paulboyall6591 Ай бұрын
Great review, I'm 54 and have a 09 GTR. Was thinking of changing it but cannot justify it !!! The GTR is so nice to ride, comfy, powerful and can put a smile on my face. I'm 6 ft 4 " so it's big enough not to make me look silly. Will defo look at risers for the handlebars as do get wrist pain
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
Let me know if you get them fitted . Thanks for watching.
@scottastell9415
@scottastell9415 4 ай бұрын
Bought the older ZG1000A17 (GTR1000/ Concours) instead as was cheap as chips from a mate who had it for 15 years. Knew its history and love it. But heart says I need a GTR1400 when older. I'm only 69!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Gotta ride what works for you
@rjung_ch
@rjung_ch 5 ай бұрын
Hi Jonny, I'm totally for having a sports tourer, nothing else for me. Also a nice range like I have on my st1100, that's what I enjoy. It's old though, 20 years older than yours is. I wish you many fun miles and enjoyment on it! Thanks for taking us along. Cheers 👍💪✌
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate, I’ll always love the ST1100 , great bike .
@rjung_ch
@rjung_ch 5 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist Thanks Jonny!
@jaapbruijn1300
@jaapbruijn1300 3 ай бұрын
I had 2 ST 1100. Ioved them.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
@jaapbruijn1300 Yep great bikes
@justhtip
@justhtip 2 ай бұрын
Thats one of the greastest bikes ever build. I love the pan europeans. Enjoy it, rinde safe
@CBRboy1717
@CBRboy1717 Ай бұрын
I’ve owned a candy green 2015 model since 2021. Best bike I’ve ever owned. Only wish it had standard cruise control like the FJR.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
I agree it needs cruise control
@8tavian999
@8tavian999 5 ай бұрын
Coming from 8 year "marriage" with a 1000 Vstrom from 2002. Im drolling over this bike so bad, zzr 1400 also. Planning to get one in the future but im still on the fence with them 2, probablly ill get the zzr1400 because i never had a sportbike. But GTR it really hides its weight really good, shaft drive and power is like no other.... Such a underrated bike and low profile one ( to the coppers). Ride safe God bless!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree , either the zzr or GTR will make you smile . Thanks for watching. Stay safe 🙏
@ColdWarVeteran-r2j
@ColdWarVeteran-r2j 26 күн бұрын
I have a Vstrom 1000 and a Connie. Both are great bikes. I find myself getting on the Connie for street rides.
@svenwhothehell5980
@svenwhothehell5980 3 ай бұрын
😂 Couple of years older than you and can totally relate to this review, like your sense of humour. I’ve hit my eye on one of these or FJR1300, can’t make mind up yet! Subscribed
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for being here mate I appreciate it. I tried the FJR and didn’t like it . The GTR is better for me .
@NateChoate
@NateChoate 4 ай бұрын
Absolutely loved the review! Including poking fun at us Americans 😂 long time Gtr rider myself. I specialize in accessory weather protection. Love to see a review.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@stephanelibert4481
@stephanelibert4481 23 күн бұрын
Congratulations from France ! I have a GTR 1400 (Year 2014). Sorry in advance for my poor english... Like all the french people lol ! :-) I am surprised by your consumption : you should really try the eco mode. With my GTR, I consume only 5 liters per 100 kilometers. To turn it on, simply press the button (range, temperature, etc...) for 2 seconds. Like you, I appreciate its comfort (I measure 1 meter 97), its power, its protection (the screen does not protect the helmet enough) and my friends almost all ride GS... :-) But I think I'll keep it for a long time because it's a very accomplished bike and without too much electronics. Have good trips with your magnificent GTR! With my friend on GS 1300 and me on my GTR, we are preparing to go to the north cape ! ;-)
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 23 күн бұрын
Excellent! Let me know how the trip goes and thanks for watching .
@cbrblade2705
@cbrblade2705 5 ай бұрын
I blame you jonny for me buying a gtr1400 lol,, admittedly I was already looking at them before I made the jump from my cbr1100 blackbird, ive still got the bird as well for now, great review as usual.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Ha haa ! Sorry dude 😂
@cbrblade2705
@cbrblade2705 5 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist all good mate, i did get it on a good deal, a shop got it in as part ex, needed to much work for them to sort out, so me being ex bike mechanic thought, i will take a chance, all it needed was a new gear position switch and a good service, new tyres.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
@@cbrblade2705 winner! That’s awesome mate
@jamespayne9422
@jamespayne9422 5 ай бұрын
Great review.thinking of swapping my mt 09 for gtr1400 so can go touring.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Do it mate , you won’t regret it .
@luckyphil6486
@luckyphil6486 5 ай бұрын
I’m a proud owner of a 68 plate ZZR 1400 PS but was just looking at the same bike to add to it. I missed out on one exactly the same as yours so may just wait now until the right one comes along .
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Yeah it’s awesome , I loved my zzr, this just makes more sense to me on the road . Let me know if you find one 😎
@jeevespreston4740
@jeevespreston4740 3 ай бұрын
Just bought an ‘09 yesterday with only 10k miles on it. Looking forward to some real fun!!!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Have fun!
@RRRRefuelRideRace
@RRRRefuelRideRace 5 ай бұрын
A well done review. Never rode it. :) Did you try the FJR? What do you think about it?
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Thanks mate , yes I tried an FJR , good bike , this is just a better bike for me .
@RRRRefuelRideRace
@RRRRefuelRideRace 5 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist I see. OK. Thanks for the answer.
@brandynborsi4748
@brandynborsi4748 4 ай бұрын
I have a 2013 concours and my friend has an 07 fjr. Power wise the concours is quite a bit more powerful, pulls away in every gear. Plus has 6 gears vs 07-14 fjr with 5 gears. Biggest difference is rev rang. Fjr red lines at 9k while concours revs to 11k. Concours is smother with clutch, suspension, shifting and braking. Seat isn’t super wide like the fjr. I turn rider aids off especially the linked brakes feature. Traction control can’t be turned off even though it has the ‘option’😢 unless you rip out abs which I don’t necessarily like anyways. Heated grips, adjustable wind screen, informative dash modes like outside temp, range, mpg, voltage, tire pressure, storage cubby, charging port are a few creature comforts concours has. I haven’t ridden the newer fjr1300 with six speed yet but I would think those are closer to a concours now.
@RRRRefuelRideRace
@RRRRefuelRideRace 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for this first hand experience. Appreciate it. I was thinking to get the 2020 FJR. Will see. Now I am on the Tracer 9. You can check my content when you can. Cheers. Take care.
@kjmdrumz3
@kjmdrumz3 3 ай бұрын
@@brandynborsi4748Only thing missing (forever) is cruise control. That’s literally the only thing that has ever kept me from pulling the trigger on the Concours.
@oldeconey
@oldeconey 26 күн бұрын
The GTR 1400 is a truly outstanding bike, I've owned 4 since their introduction, I have a lighter bike now which is better for me to manage If you'v e already ordered a replacement screen it may be too late to suggest a Laminar Lip which makes a big difference to the GTR's comfort, I fitted the Laminar Lip to my latest GTR and it was a big improvement Thanks for your review Rog
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 26 күн бұрын
Yeah I love this bike , new screen I got was the Puig tourer - it’s not to bad .
@oldeconey
@oldeconey 26 күн бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist Just found out that the Laminar Lip may not be available anymore ....😳
@mansolo1756
@mansolo1756 5 ай бұрын
Very nice bike, beautiful seat. Try Michelin Road 6 GTs for great tire life. I have a 2014 Connie, love that bike. Great review by the way!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Cheers mate, yeah I’ll keep them tyres in mind on the next change .
@markhilken7026
@markhilken7026 5 ай бұрын
Just put new ones on my Concours today. 11,000 miles on the rear
@ronaldpretlove3109
@ronaldpretlove3109 5 ай бұрын
My 2008 Connie has 173,837Km and has not missed a beat in 16 years. Absolutely love it and living in Aus, we need Intercontinental Missiles. Currently running Road 6 GTs and at 14,000km they are still great.
@f.f.s.d.o.a.7294
@f.f.s.d.o.a.7294 4 ай бұрын
Michelin Road 6 GT is a game changer, even staying at 190/50 stock rear. Bike tracks neutrally through turns now: no longer trying to stand up, no longer getting yanked around by ruts. Previous were Pirelli Angel GT 2, which were not right for this bike.
@nickvinten7803
@nickvinten7803 Ай бұрын
Enjoyable review 👍 Been ummimg and erring over the GTR, heard a few unpleasant things re the keyless ignition being a pain in the proverbial, shaft and swing arms seals being made of chocolate ??
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
The Gen 1 had those problems but not all of them - the Gen 2 2011 onwards are perfect .
@ColdWarVeteran-r2j
@ColdWarVeteran-r2j 26 күн бұрын
I have a 2020 Connie. Bought it with only 1,000 miles. Installed a Sargent saddle, Michelin Pilot tires and California Scientific wind screen. Its perfect...
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 26 күн бұрын
Excellent modifications!
@turnersky
@turnersky 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for making me smile. Love the commentary as I decide if this is to be my next bike or not. PS what brand of gloves are you wearing?😅
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Cheers mate - the gloves “ Knox Handroid” . Best gloves I’ve used .
@alexandrehenri9508
@alexandrehenri9508 18 күн бұрын
Hi Jonny, How's the power compared to the zzr1400? I'm still in two minds about whether I should get the gtr vs zzr. I'm 6,2" and I'm afraid I'll get tired of a more sporty position. At the same time, I don't wanna be bored out of my mind one year in. Is filtering okay on the gtr in the city? Thanks!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 18 күн бұрын
It’s a way better bike and plenty powerful.
@alexandrehenri9508
@alexandrehenri9508 18 күн бұрын
@JonnyLeeguitarist appreciate it, thanks ♥
@colinm1325
@colinm1325 5 ай бұрын
Great thoughts about the gtr14 Johnny. What are they like compared to the st13?
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
It definitely has more power than the ST13 , the engine is more refined and smoother and I find this a lot easier to manoeuvre than the Honda . Thanks for watching mate .
@robertkollath8929
@robertkollath8929 15 күн бұрын
Nice review, how does it compare to the pan 1300?
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 15 күн бұрын
Pan is great , less power , but you’re never gonna have the GTR flat out anyway . Both just as comfy as each other , I find the GTR easier to slow manoeuvre than the pan .
@paulcon8710
@paulcon8710 Ай бұрын
Heh Mate ,,, Enjoyed your review , agree with everything you said , i just bought myself a 2016 same color has yours , 2 questions ,, What screen do you have more paticuly what the top lip , i find the only and biggest problem is windnoise its horrific , spoils the ride thinking a lip may fix it but can't find one , also the phone holder whats that and where from no one around me has a quad lock that wil fit and theres that many on the net i don't know which to choose from cheers
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
Hi mate , the screen I have now is puig touring , I also got the extension from Amazon that attaches to the top - the sat nav holder is just a ram ball mount , but I also have a ball mount that attaches to the brake reservoir bolt
@paulcon8710
@paulcon8710 Ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist Thanks for the answer ,, what year is your bike and does the Puig stop the terrible windnoise ,, on my bike screen up its bad screen down its really bad , But i do like the wind on my chest , no buffeting just loud windnoise , i can only find screens that fit up to 2014 mines a 2016
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
Mines a 2017
@stevenpearson7793
@stevenpearson7793 5 ай бұрын
Hi , Jonny, Just wondering how you are getting along with the GTR and if there's any more vids to come . Did you get a new screen? I went for the puig touring which is great
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Hello mate , I love it , I sold my GS , bought the Puig touring screen ( light tint ). I’ll definitely do more soon
@stevenpearson7793
@stevenpearson7793 5 ай бұрын
Great stuff , awesome bikes , I've just put a set of the Bridgestone T32's on mine and they feel great. Looking forward to more vids 👍🏼
@atp1130
@atp1130 4 ай бұрын
There’s a guy in Florida called “shoodaben engineering” the reflashes the ecu on these and versys 650 to mellow the jagged edges of the fueling and make more mid range torque
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
I think this one has already been flashed , my mate has one that’s a bit jerky , this one is very very smooth .
@duckieduck3287
@duckieduck3287 2 ай бұрын
They stopped making these because of the emission regulations of Europe. In Europe they made them until 2016 or 2017 and then outside of it they kept producing and selling until 2022 before it stopped worldwide. I own one myself, model year 2011, very low mileage for a 13 year old bike, loving every second of it. I also own a brand new 1250 GSA of this year but I'm thinking of buying a second GTR somewhere in the future.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 2 ай бұрын
Yep they’re pretty epic
@evilwestsidefan9249
@evilwestsidefan9249 Ай бұрын
Never really understood that because it's emissions are less than a car. You would think they could figure that out plus Kaw was still making the ZX 1400 which holds it's own against the H2 there's no replacement for displacement
@ColdWarVeteran-r2j
@ColdWarVeteran-r2j 26 күн бұрын
Europe's emission standards are stupid.
@duckieduck3287
@duckieduck3287 26 күн бұрын
@@ColdWarVeteran-r2j yep
@evilwestsidefan9249
@evilwestsidefan9249 24 күн бұрын
@@duckieduck3287 that was Europe for the GTR 14 and ZX14, but they still sell the ZX14 in the USA so why not the Concours 14 too.
@allenlong7205
@allenlong7205 4 ай бұрын
What brand is the seat? I like the look.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
It’s from a company called - Top Sellerie. They have a load on eBay
@luckyphil6486
@luckyphil6486 3 ай бұрын
Good video 👍. I have been an owner of 5 ZZR 1400 and still have my 68 plate Performance sport but I’m very tempted to buy one of these. It’s just finding one that’s a good clean example with not too many miles on. How many miles did you have on yours from superbike factory? I think in U.K. / Europe they stopped after 2017 so it’s trying to get a good one from maybe 15-17 plate . Anyway thanks for your vid
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
This had 16,000 on it , it’s currently now 17,987 . I was lucky to find a low mileage one . It’s been perfect 👌🏻. Thanks for watching and let me know if you get one.
@luckyphil6486
@luckyphil6486 3 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist thanks Johnny . Looking at a later one around 16,-20 k miles at the moment . Just had an operation so can’t ride now for a while so if I get one it’ll be SORN till into next year . That’s the problem of do I get it now or wait till April? 🤷🏻‍♂️🤣. Are you based in Liverpool? I’m just south of Manchester
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
@@luckyphil6486 I’m based on the Wirral 5 minutes from Liverpool . This one of mine could be up for sale soon due to a Harley purchase .
@luckyphil6486
@luckyphil6486 3 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist ok im based in Sale not far from Manchester airport . Maybe keep me posted .
@luckyphil6486
@luckyphil6486 3 ай бұрын
I’ve had a few Harley’s too lol
@brianmaclennan561
@brianmaclennan561 7 күн бұрын
Cruise control?
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 7 күн бұрын
Nope not on this
@douglasgrosch228
@douglasgrosch228 5 ай бұрын
did you get the IVAN or shooodaben ecu tune ?? which one ?
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Not sure
@f.f.s.d.o.a.7294
@f.f.s.d.o.a.7294 4 ай бұрын
I got the Shoodaben "Mountain Runner Premium" tune late last year. I haven't confirmed the top speed limiter removed (but good to know I have the option if needed). I do like: 1) the extra mid-range torque 2) the option to run 89 octane in a pinch (just stay below 50% throttle) 3) the more precise control over small throttle inputs, making smoother shifts both up and down 4) the efficiency when riding smoothly: I no longer bother switching to ECO mode except maybe when on very slippery surfaces
@dendirty
@dendirty 3 ай бұрын
I get about 170 - 200 miles out of a full tank on E5 depending on how hard I ride it. I love mine it’s a monster.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
That’s great Mileage !
@dendirty
@dendirty 3 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist did from Warrington to ponderosa then Betws y coed via the A483 all back roads, then extremely quickly home via the A55. Did 172 miles and got one notch above ‘E’ when I got home. The range changes all the time depending on throttle position. I just don’t care as riding it is just pure pleasure. I also changed to a gel seat at great cost and ended up going back to the factory seat. I’m only 5.8 tall. Original seat is more narrow.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
@dendirty yeah I’m thinking i might go back to the stock seat .
@evilwestsidefan9249
@evilwestsidefan9249 Ай бұрын
I took a swing at a horse fly buzzing me and did the lean of death in my garage on mine decided to add the engine and case guards after that because the plastic didn't like my garage floor, so she is a little top heavy and yep eats tires best I found are Angel GTs 10k plus miles
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
Ouch 😩
@MartinQuigley-b5s
@MartinQuigley-b5s 2 ай бұрын
That Kawasacki G, t looked similar to my Fjr Yamaha 1300 great bike plenty of power and excellaration but a heavy machine to move round in a garage, while out on the open road one doesn't notice that weight, a great touring bike also,, Martin. Q
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 2 ай бұрын
Yeah I liked the FJR, I just preferred the GTR . Both great bikes .
@raulbarsan8582
@raulbarsan8582 4 ай бұрын
American accent on point. Subscribed.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Thanks dude !
@Musicdhara
@Musicdhara 5 ай бұрын
THIS IS CALLED REAL LIFE..❤ ENJOY LIFE IN YOUR OWN WAY..🤘🏻
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Exactly 😎
@sdavey10
@sdavey10 2 ай бұрын
Fantastic review, thank you.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 2 ай бұрын
You’re welcome mate thanks for watching
@thecrowfliescrooked
@thecrowfliescrooked 4 ай бұрын
The fuel range thing is called a "guessometer"...all electric vehicles have them too
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Guessometer ! I like it
@aIuisious
@aIuisious Ай бұрын
Love mine. Scouse accent? Liverpool? I'm from Liverpool....Ohio.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
Yes mate I’m in Liverpool 😎
@Bok2022st
@Bok2022st 3 ай бұрын
G'day mate your English roads are truly terrifying. I hope you get some good sales after service but a sweet ride man. that would go great in Australia your roads are too small and narrow but I totally get the bad back pain from the sports bike's so I think good choice I hope there's no ghost in the machine AKA the wiring. Stay safe brother, Ride Free💯✌️🇦🇺🦘🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👍
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Yeah our roads our shocking . Thanks for watching dude
@Bok2022st
@Bok2022st 3 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist it was a pleasure what a bike and what an awesome Paddy the baddy accent love it.💯👍🇦🇺🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿✌️
@trevb1922
@trevb1922 Ай бұрын
Dangerously smooth “ is exactly right.. easiest and smoothest bike at 125 I’ve ever been on.. no fuss, just glides. 👍🏻
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
It definitely is 😎
@douglasgrosch228
@douglasgrosch228 5 ай бұрын
concours 14 the best bike i ever had period keeper !
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Yep 😎
@brandynborsi4748
@brandynborsi4748 4 ай бұрын
Just changed the factory rear brake pad at 30k miles. Fronts original pads are still at least 50% life. Engine braking helps slow this pig down very well.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Yep 😎
@brandynborsi4748
@brandynborsi4748 4 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist I started on a cbr600rr and still have it. I ride my concours like a super bike not so much a touring bike. I got a tune and governor delete to really get the most out of it. Saving up for a Yoshi full system for gen 1 zx14 now then re tune after install. Also gonna get the copper dog sport screen for better aroes at top speeds. So far I’ve hit 175 with just a tune and K&N air filter. I weigh 140 lbs but the bike feels light to me. Love the GTR1400!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
@brandynborsi4748 sound like great mods !
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
@brandynborsi4748 yep it’s an absolute weapon .
@pipersall6761
@pipersall6761 4 ай бұрын
Great review. Thanks!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
No problem thanks for watching!
@Domingo338
@Domingo338 4 ай бұрын
I`ve had four of them, good bikes 👍
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Yes they are!
@kevinroark5815
@kevinroark5815 3 ай бұрын
That was a great impression
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Thanks mate
@garrywilson8982
@garrywilson8982 5 ай бұрын
Had one for 6 years,great bike but in the end the weight got to much ,my versys 1000 feels like a 250 compared to the gtr especially two up ,
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Yeah I need to try a Versys . They looks awesome ..
4 ай бұрын
Chain is a no no for many...
@infantryboyz09
@infantryboyz09 2 ай бұрын
gonna do 7k miles from alabama to california hahaha that accent on point!!!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 2 ай бұрын
Thanks mate
@renaudcharlet
@renaudcharlet 3 ай бұрын
I drive her everyday for 120 km mostly on the highway. She s perfect for that!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Yep they’re awesome 🙌
@bufftankington7349
@bufftankington7349 3 ай бұрын
I owned a 2020 Gs Adventure and I used it for touring and it was not a nic experience. Yeah the bike is fantastic, it handles well and the 1250 cc engine is amazing, but the stockseat is a medieval torturedevice. I havent tried the gtr so I can't say what that's like to tour with but for me the gs with that stockseat was not it
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree the GS is not comfortable at all. Stock GTR seat is great, I honestly just preferred the look of this one .
@bufftankington7349
@bufftankington7349 3 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist Yeah, I think the gs could be a fantastic ride but for the money you spend on it and BMW has to know that 99 % of owners will never go off-road, that stockseat is a crime. A shame really cause the bike is perfectly balanced, it goes from side to side very easily but it just doesnt work for me on long distance. Could be an issue with me as I found most stockseats bad
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Try a GTR you’ll love it
@bufftankington7349
@bufftankington7349 3 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist Might just do that, but I cur rently own a 2006 Suzuki M1800R and a brand new Kawa Vulcan S so not sure Im looking for one right now
@alq1967
@alq1967 5 ай бұрын
Hhh you reminded me of when I used to warm up my Ducati M900 in the morning...
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Funny how we mature 😂
@mikeleis4033
@mikeleis4033 Ай бұрын
The video sums the bike up well. I’ve had a bunch of busas and a couple zx14’s. Moving over to the C14 was a good move for us, most of my riding is with a passenger.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist Ай бұрын
Yeah the deal with a pillion perfectly
@AvengX22
@AvengX22 3 ай бұрын
You prefer it to a FJR1300.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Yes definitely
@MartinQuigley-b5s
@MartinQuigley-b5s 2 ай бұрын
Were u going too fast early in video I could see slow signs on the road and u seemed to be excellaration and moving a bit too fast. Martin. Q
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 2 ай бұрын
Nope
@patrickdumont8670
@patrickdumont8670 2 ай бұрын
Got a 2012 Full black ABS GTR1400 😊 mint condition full Delkevic exhaust. Made a 350km trip the next day. It is wonderful to ride. I also Have a 2018 DL650XT full and a Bandit 2008 1250s. The GTR might be the bike i ride the most now. Ride safe and thanks for the video. The eco badge can light up is you ride good. If you hold the MODE button 3 sec on left handlebar it will change FUEL map to a toned down one that blasts the mileage when you're on highway. Cruising.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 2 ай бұрын
Yep this bike is doing everything for me , Cheers for the ECO information.
@michaeljames63
@michaeljames63 5 ай бұрын
NIce Alabama/John Wayne accent there, lol You must practice that
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
Most of my friends are American so I get a supply of great accents thrown at me all the time 😂
@LarryMusgrave
@LarryMusgrave 4 ай бұрын
The fuel range thing is an instantaneous range that only considers your actual current throttle position (fuel lbs/hr being put out by the injector nozzle) along with rpm (injection pulse rate) and fuel remaining in the tank. With each minor change of the throttle, the Calc is effected in a large way. So that whole range screen should have been deleted and never seen. Instead, they only needed the instant and the average economy. The data is in the ECU to look at average economy vs. fuel remaining to extrapolate a rough range estimate based on how the driver has been driving the bike. Why they decided to put this completely useless window as an option is baffling to say the last.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Great info ! Yeah I agree it’s baffling
@illuminaut9148
@illuminaut9148 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for review. This is my next bike. I am still using Kawasaki Versys 650, that bike just can't die, I don't know how to get rid of it... It just works. But I do 3000km a month, so this is it. If I want to change my bike, when my Versys 650 will be gone, I will probably have to wait a decade... 😂😂 I vote only for Japanese bikes!
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
You’re gonna love the GTR ! 😎
@nickranger8706
@nickranger8706 10 сағат бұрын
chains all that shittery love it
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 10 сағат бұрын
Nobody needs all the shittery 😎
@Prufrock888
@Prufrock888 5 ай бұрын
Good common sense bike for the riding you have in Europe.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
I completely agree 👍
@atp1130
@atp1130 4 ай бұрын
Good American accent but that ride from Alabama to California is like 1200 miles
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
My math is wrong 😜
@timorr6507
@timorr6507 3 ай бұрын
Just like my own in USA indiana....thanks
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching 🙏
@nickbenfell4327
@nickbenfell4327 5 ай бұрын
Nope - the Triumph Tiger 1050 is.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
I’ve had 4 of them
@nickbenfell4327
@nickbenfell4327 5 ай бұрын
@@JonnyLeeguitarist I am onto my third.
@boxxjumper82
@boxxjumper82 5 ай бұрын
​@@JonnyLeeguitarist can't decide on 1050, fjr, Connie or sT 1300. 5'11 185 lbs . 42 years old Haven't ridden in 7 years, previous bikes were gsxr 1k, zx 14, zx 10, gsxr 750, zx7, zzr 600 and 5 MX bikes mixed in. 50/50 mix of touring and mountain riding. Leaning towards 1050 but the Connie is calling me. Help 🤔
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
@boxxjumper82 the 1050 is great but the Connie is better
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 5 ай бұрын
@@boxxjumper82 Connie for the win 😎
@PaulWalton-g1p
@PaulWalton-g1p 4 ай бұрын
Zzr for me all-day
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
Great bike
@PaulWalton-g1p
@PaulWalton-g1p 4 ай бұрын
I got rid of a vfr 1200, good bike but did not like the noise of it. Its just does not compare to the ZZR, it will potter about or go mental. Nice route you were on.
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 4 ай бұрын
@user-yz4zn9ow3m i will probably have another ZZR in the future ,
@elviscollector
@elviscollector 3 ай бұрын
Forget the bike go fight for yout country ""mate"
@JonnyLeeguitarist
@JonnyLeeguitarist 3 ай бұрын
👍
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