Kawasaki Z1000 First Ride And Review 2016

[@Gawun]

I was out testing the MT-10, GSX-S 1000 and Z1000 today. For me the Z1000 wins in the end, it is the bike that will give me the most fun.

[@eggsaladactyl]

Picked up a '14 model that was already modified last year. Had always loved the look of the Z1000 and the newest gen models are just gorgeous. I took my bike on one test ride, threw down some money to hold it overnight, and bought it the next day. Hope you pick one up and enjoy it!

[@MrEnglishman6969]

I have one of these best thing i did was change the rear shock to a Nitron. transforms the ride. This is one of the best bikes I have had. just love it.

[@MK-wt2sp]

Bought brand new 2020 z1000 r edition today can’t wait till Friday!

[@chris_rides_kawasaki]

Good on you. I went for a 2020 z900 in May as it was cheaper. Just about to have the 1st service.

[@InteractiveIdea]

This bike is truly underrated imo. I had been riding it for about 5 months and Fucken blown away by how awesome it is. I had 09 cbr600rr before that and it got nothing on this one. Its the best in the twistis. Its nimble and powerful and raw!

[@willyfincher3038]

Just got mine yesterday Absolute BEAST!

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

I have mine now since April, love it ! One thing to consider though.....I changed my sprockets to 16/40 and that made a nice bike a real lovely bike. Other changes, bar end mirrors, crash bars and tale tidy. Safe ride to all bikers out there !!!!

[@Ghostriderg41]

I really enjoyed the video. I just bought a 2014 Z1000 new, leftover stock. The 2014 on had ABS and I don't think the 2016 changed anything. I love the bike so far. Tons of torque, handles very well and has fantastic brakes. BTW I appreciate your video. Really liked it. Your impression of the bike is pretty much the same as mine. Ride Safe. :-)

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

The only color scheme I liked was the '15 with the green along the top and black on the bottom. I bought one and love it. Really hoping it isn't discontinued forever. I love this bike.

[@InteractiveIdea]

Steve Protoss I Fucken love it too...

[@1990-t1j]

Very attractive bike. Good review, too. I like to see a bike ridden enthusiastically.

[@robertrowlandson7552]

Very good video mate. proper road test on how a bike performs.. top marks. Just ordered mine waiting to be picked up..

[@clevelandrider7501]

Congrats on the order. I love my z. Your going to love it

[@Kodreanu23]

Lovin' your videos! Like that relaxed way of talking you do and the style of riding you do. Keep it up! More nakeds, sportbikes, sport tourers and supermotos please hahahaha :)

[@alecv4622]

I have Size 11 Uk boots. I Ride on the ball of the feet mostly and if Im being a bit lazy my heel does rest on the exhaust now and then. But usually I have my heel more in the air, then its no problem for me.

[@rodpollard6998]

Great review bud any chance you could review the Z800 as I have just bought one would like to know what you think ride safe.

[@ThrillsOfLife]

rod pollard - I should be able to arrange that for you soon. Thanks for the comments

[@rodpollard6998]

cheers mate keep the videos coming 👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

[@parchy6464]

This is great to know this will be my 3rd bike in 18 months just traded in my 2016 gsxr 750 moto GPS awesome bike but the bike doesn't like me lol .at 53 and long rides I come home in bits and hard to ride slow if i was 20 years younger I would keep it's mental

[@clevelandrider7501]

That's my baby.. love that bike, great review. Just subbed and liked

[@Rocknium1]

Awesome, I'm really into naked bikes more than super sports. Nice video.

[@streetthugza2531]

I totally agree with the throttle comment. It is almost so light, that the slightest bump in the road affects the throttle movement. Almost too sensitive. I own one and love it, but that is a bit of a bug bear.

[@lord1999ful]

I would love to see a z1000 with a ninja 1000 dash on it. That would be my crazy mod.

[@racheleschannel2392]

I agree with you on that, the 4th gen Z1K IMO needed a better dash

[@aussiesoldier0177]

"If your gonna go really slow..piss off" haha lol :-) subbed

[@shinobi_ryder]

Ufff I'm so torn between this or the ninja 1000sx 😔. They're not in the same class but each brings its own strengths.

[@chrisgreen8128]

Top video great bike just buy one I nearly did but bought the z1000 sx instead 👍

[@samuels4130]

is that good bike for beginners?

[@garytheg6875]

defenetly not for beginners :D a ninja 300 or any 250cc bike will do it for a beginner :P

[@ryangordon3798]

If a naked bike is what you like, I would highly recommend a Yamaha FZ8, they're a great bike, have good amounts of power and good handling and with some mods can really waken the bike up. Had one for my first bike and still miss it.

[@ignoranceisstrenght1984]

Yes and remember that its a naked bike, so dont use any protective gear when riding.

[@samuels4130]

Attack Helicopter ok ignorant

[@The_Unintelligent_Speculator]

Pick up my new Z1000 this sat 😁

[@richardx4456]

Great review, just curious how tall are you btw?

[@ThrillsOfLife]

Yaren Red I'm 5ft 4

[@richardx4456]

I am 5 ft 8, do you think this bike is heavy for me, I have been thinking about gsx1000 and z1000

[@racheleschannel2392]

The 4th gen Z1K has a stock wet weight of 487 lbs. but carries it's weight really low. Removing the stock mirrors for bar ends, a tail tidy and putting on light weight exhaust(Urban Brawlers) maybe a lightweight battery would shave about 20 lbs off the bike. The GSXS1K is 464 lbs stock wet weight. I'm the same height as you 5 ft 8. Both of these bikes would fit you fine. The 3rd gen Z1K is 481 and the same mods would get closer to about 461-463 lbs wet.

[@anarchyreins]

bought mine last october....pure fun!!

[@BHPBikesuk]

I am riding one of these tomorrow... I loved the MT10 so looking for this to compare it too :D

[@jvera718]

I know it’s old but what did you end up going with. I’m undecided between the 2

[@BHPBikesuk]

@@jvera718 I bought the s1000xr!!..... I wont make that mistake again :D

[@blister4walken]

great video. Just need to level that camera mount a tad, my neck was starting to ache while watching : ) I can sense your wallet burning with anticipation at making that purchase!

[@roadrevz4820]

Not a fan of tilled angle... But good review

[@lord1999ful]

Does anyone knows why Kawasaki stopped the z1000 in USA?

[@ryangordon3798]

Poor sales due in part to lack of color options

[@lord1999ful]

Ryan Gordon i love my. I sat on a z900 and tank feel small.

[@InteractiveIdea]

lord vass I didn't know they did. But probably coz of low sales numbers... People just don't know what they are missing...

[@ONEBADZ]

The Z can really get after it once you uncork em' 🙄

[@2Dads2017]

hehehe foot size of 1 million or sommin"