2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Test Ride (FAVORITE BIKE IVE RIDDEN????)

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

I just picked up a '15 with no miles for $9,000. The dealer was essentially begging me to take it. Little did he know it was the exact bike I was wanting and would have paid full price! I installed Vance and Hines Urban Brawlers, took off those ugly mirrors for bar ends, put in a moto dynamic integrated tailight/turn signals, moto dynamic feder eliminator, and am waiting on my windscreen. Later, I intend to put on headers, get my ECU flashed and get a juice box. This is one pissed off ninja turtle. Very powerful. Very easy to handle. I've ridden sport bikes my whole life. I am now 37 and think this is my favorite one. I've had R6's, CBR's and one Gixxer. And this toasts them in comfort and aesthetics.

[@squishypitbull]

I just got rid of my cruiser and picked up a 2010 with almost no miles for 7k. Im not getting another bike.......IM in love.

[@jacob914k]

Hi Steve, could you please let me know where you bought the bar end mirrors that fit this bike? I have a '14 model. Thank you!

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

Jacob K Cycle Gear. Also get rid of those nasty ugly, heavy exhaust cans! www.cyclegear.com/parts/speedmetal-billet-folding-bar-end-mirror

[@bamafreak323]

Agreed! Once you change the exhausts it sounds MEAN!! not to mention the significant weight reduction. I did a full titanium 4-1 single exit with a race can and Oh man it's crazy!

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

Moto Kombat Definitely need to put new headers on her. Get rid of that box underneath. But then I'll need a power commander and a dyno run. $$$$$$$$. It's in the works though. Can't wait. When I put my pipes on, it leaned it out a bit. Not unmanageable but the throttle isn't nearly as smooth as it was. And she pops a little when downshifting.

[@kriswigginsvideo]

I've had the 2016 Z for about 4 months and your reaction at 8:30 is the same reaction I get every time lol

[@desertrat6788]

I bought a 2010 Z1000 from this shop in early 2010. Probably the first sold in TX, one of the first in the US. I have 25,000 miles on it, have ridden it in 14 countries on 3 continents and love it! The 2014 was an improvement on appearance and handling. If anyone is considering buying this bike, do it. You’ll love it!

[@clevelandrider7501]

I just picked up a 2016 Z1000 about 4 months ago and I still get a kick out of the raw power of this bike! It is in my def a "muscle bike". It kind of blows my mind how this bike doesn't sell that well. I believe that most people go with the most popular bikes and this could be why. I know they only made about 250 of these beauties. This is the only bike I wanted and still love. I take it to bike night and it gets a lot of attention and most bike enthusiast have no idea what is... I love it! Great video and I just subbed!

[@AndresGarcia-nk3jv]

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[@mathias6423]

you mean 250 000 of these beauties ? :P

[@kawkx500]

I bought a 2015 Z1K in February of 2018 ... the bike was 3 years old and it only had 409 miles on it, yes, you read that right .. picked it up for $7800 .. I'm 41 years old and have been riding street bikes since I was 17 .. by far the most favorite bike I have ever owned .. it now has, aftermarket exhaust, tail eliminator, tail light with integrated turn signals, flush mount front signals, and bar end mirrors .. looks great!!

[@comfysofa1549]

Scandalous!! ive got one of these. I had a gen1 5 years back or so, been round a few bikes and came back to the gen4 - chose it over the s1000r. I have a couple of other bikes too and if i was forced into keeping one and selling the other 2 this is the one id keep.

[@lassepetersen8146]

I drove that bike in the crew 2, and i fell in love with it

[@kriskringle6298]

When I had my z1000 I took the mirrors off and took the tail off and plasti dipped it all black and looked amazing. Switched it for the R1 and totally regret the lose off power everywhere and the comfort.

[@MrHarry440]

Its the Exaust. Got a 2012 my self. Best bike i ever did ride

[@sciencenate]

I own this exact bike and color combo. It’s a beast. I love the second gear clutch up wheelies - headlights are beautiful- just a beast

[@oldtimer4888]

Kawasaki makes a damn good bike....always has; always will.

[@CNCycle]

The Z1000 has really grown on me and it's considerably less expensive than it's competitors. That tachometer is kinda weird and I prefer analog but that's a screaming deal.

[@kbradshaw880]

Picked my 2015 up 2wks ago.. getting her ready for the summer

[@BruceMoolee]

I own a 2014 Z1000, and it's been ridden through both city streets and a Dallas to LA round trip. I have to say it has never skip a beat and the performance never seized to surprise. It's definitely not a beginner's bike, as it will keep your senses sharp every time you throw a leg over. And the best part about it is that it hides its weight so well that you'll never believe this thing is almost 500 pounds wet when you ride it.

[@KCWhoa]

I have the cb1000r and it has less hp but it weighs a lot less. im considering getting a kawasaki though. either this or the ninja 1000 abs

[@thebiblicaldigest]

+Casey Rodriguez You need to check the GSX-S1000. It's amazing.

[@DyaniBee]

I have a 2015 Z1000 and I totally love it! Your review basically confirmed everything I feel about the bike. Thank you. :)

[@qpae123]

Powaaa ! I ride a Z1000 ( 2006 ) and I feel the same ! It allways puts a big smile on my face lol.

[@ArtOfRoar]

Ahhhhh...sooo glad you like my bike!!!!! It's crazy fun to ride!!! Naked bikes get no love over here in the states. Mine was a yearling when I got her so I got a great deal too!!! Hope she sells fast!!

[@rickgrimes5659]

I love this bike I went from a 2015 636 to a 15 z1000 and I love it. I paid 7800 for it and it had 1100 miles I put after marker mirrors and an akrapovic full system. Great bike

[@drblast]

Good evaluation! I have a 2015 model, bought it new. I just returned from a trip to NH (not on it), but I took it up there in my truck from San Antonio to see family and rode it up Mt. Washington! Let me tell you this Z1000 is the perfect bike to ride up that mountain -fast! I passed like 6 cars going up and 3 cars and 2 motorcycles going down it. The long stretch of dirt road going up Mt. Washington was roost central. Cliffs and roads with no guard rails IS the fun of this bike on that road - it's in its element doing that, just don't drone along the highways!

[@ccol009]

I like it! The 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 looks cool, it just looks like a mean ass grasshopper! I like the sharp shaped angles on the bike! That style bike I do not care for on most other bikes, but this 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 showed me that what I did not like before, could be liked!

[@jody024]

there's one in my neighborhood, good looking bike

[@WorldTravelerCA]

And you absolutely right because of a short wheel base it gives his bike such much torque

[@srvmotoman]

28min?!?!?! Challenge accepted!! It was worth it. Its waaaaay too much bike for me, but what a great bike and at an unbelievable price. Great review man!

[@TheAK47s]

Haha thanks!

[@WorldTravelerCA]

Agreed with you he did amazing review on this bike

[@chrishalvorson9227]

i saw the bike today i love the looks and just looks like a great bike dont know why people dont want it ik i do

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

Chris Halvorson I'm glad no one likes it. That means I have a unique ride. Everyone's riding around on R's, or CBR's or Gixxers. Or FZ's. I see a lot of those. I rarely ever see anyone riding a Z. I think I am the only one where I live.

[@bca-biciclindcuaxel7527]

My first bike was a Z1000 from 2006 and I still have it :) Was the easiest bike to ride and incredible forgiven ! I never put even a scratch on it .

[@RileyKerwin]

Bought my brand new 2015 Z1K for $6200! Good bike. Great vid my friend👌😎

[@QuickTalks1337]

How its so cheap? Its like 8500€ as used bike and 12000€ as new bike in germany

[@WorldTravelerCA]

This bike is popular in Ukraine, when I was there last summer two of my buddies bought two of them one of them was maroon color and another one identical as you showing here one I believe it's apple green, now having said that I rode this bike for about three days and I fell in love with it, it's so smooth and at the same time and has so much horses under your bum, it's just pools you like crazy, who rode one you know what I'm talking about

[@jeremiahbigboy1712]

This bike had been my dream bike since I was 12 and I finally get to buy one this weekend. I can’t believe I had a dream and it really do be coming trueee 😢

[@kj908studio]

Nice bro I am picking up a 2015 z1000 tomorrow with yoshimura r77 exhaust! I am super excited!

[@shinobi_ryder]

Your video made me seriously consider this bike as my next bike. But of course none are available near me...

[@eduardofreitas6615]

I have that exact bike and I love it. I think most people prefer pocket rockets so like zx6r instead of this but it beats them on the jump just not as much top speed.

[@kimielavo1660]

Had mine since January, it gets better the more km's I put into it, power is so good on roll on's in 6th. Brakes are so strong, I have never felt the ABS and I have tugged them real hard trying to find the ABS intervention. ♥️😜

[@Taste_Budz]

My 2019 Z1000R with full exhaust and ecu flash beats pretty much any bike to 240 (150), its a 0-120 type of bike (142whp/83lbs)

[@garylouch]

143hp…..look at the 0-60 and 0-100,it beats almost every bike, it’s a beast 🏍😎👍

[@Taste_Budz]

gains 20hp with a tune

[@ParagonGarage]

Great video bro, i have a 2015 and it is absolutely my favorite bike i have ever owned such power

[@Calypsor]

When I get older I want this bike it has been my dream bike for awhile

[@shockofGod]

He is right I have one also I did a review on it...I added a custom windscreen and now it looks like a motorcycle Darth Vader would ride. Also very torque off the start and not as heavy as the R1 I used to have. My favorite bike so far and very reliable.

[@syedzgaming]

Pic/video of your bike?

[@wrkings]

I luv the look of this bike, just bought 09 fz6n , just about nearly ready to register it,am thinking about z1000 later on.

[@sallysilvano3004]

Amazing bike got 2014 z low miles. But still after years of having it still love it spend a lot of money 💰 carbon part and it looks amazing enjoy

[@MeanierThanEver]

I buy my 2014 Special edition for same reason, best looking naked bike ever. Lot of better ride after tire change for Michelin Pilot Road 4. MRA racing screen helps for high speed handling. Renthall fatbar is 8 cm wider than original and fit well for bigger riders. Also put Versys radiator cover from SW Motec, its needs only small cuts for inner fairings. Loved that bike every day more and more.

[@bennynguyen2985]

And that the best colour in there too

[@sushisuzuki9301]

Ive been testriding the Z750. Itsreal commuting bike. Loved it to chill.. So this must be even better commuting.... grtz

[@lilh0e]

Poetry in motion, what a sexy piece of work.

[@CJs.82]

I own a 2018 ZX-6R but I got the feeling this will be my 3rd bike 🏍️ you have described it for me to to T my G .

[@alanfernandes77]

That sound, like a space ship taking off 😍

[@ccol009]

That's a Badass little bike man! That bike bites down good on the freeway! I love the sound it makes when you crank down on the throttle! It sounds all extra futuristic!

[@KutWrite]

...a year later: I had to watch this again. There's one for sale, used, at about $7k out the door.... 1700 miles! This video is a good ad for riding a bike in the Texas hill country! I'd forgotten how nice it is there.

[@kaitang1700]

this bike is so futuristic. One Japanese bike that takes me away from looking at my favorite bikes from Harley or Ducati.

[@rockyp3917]

Your reviews are so awesome. And you got the presenter's voice.

[@sushisuzuki9301]

aint got no money anymore to buy another bike,,,, to bad....

[@shaunmabey9790]

It's the kind of bike that won't go out of fashion

[@Albertalorian]

TheAK47s Fun fact, if you do a full exhaust on one of these (Yoshi, Akra, etc etc) it becomes the lightest Naked bike! A buddy of mine weighed the stock slip ons, and they were 17lbs!!!! (Combined) GSX-S1000 review for comparison coming up?

[@ryangordon3798]

Considering if the Z1000 were stock, a tail tidy, bar end mirrors and set of Urban Brawlers maybe even a lightweight battery you cold easily drop 20 or more pounds. Like what your friend did and that was just the stock mufflers, it's possible to get that wet weight down to around 465lbs with out a full system.

[@lowlife189]

No idea why it gets over looked. Just got a 15 cheap. Sold my 13 gsxr 1000 for it. Love it. Guess it doesn't fit in with the cool kids full fairing club.

[@94handb]

This is going to be my next bike. If you think that one has torque, ride a Buell Lightning. 110hp v twin. Loved that bike so much.

[@CBRuRedE1]

Looking at the front of this bad boy, the movie Predator comes to mind immediately. Bad ass machine!

[@yzfbalis]

i have ridden one recently, it is superb bike it is so easy to have fun with this thing, only thing it needs is akra for sooooouuund!

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

balis balidis Vance and Hines stubby urban brawlers. I need ear plugs. My ears were literally ringing after I put them on and rode for a little bit. All the slip ons are big, bulky and long. The urban brawlers are barely noticeable. Really adds to the mean look of this beast.

[@yzfbalis]

This noise is like music to my ears i have a k2 600 with full yoshi trioval,cant imagine myself riding without the proper exhaust can, 4 cylinders screaming are like Mozart.

[@01phantomx]

Did u ever sell it!

[@rahilhasan9095]

i agree sir z1000 is unique and it does luk like a z style bike the body and the healights with cat eyes coolest badass feature

[@defundprosports6407]

Got the 2013 z faired or the ninja 1000 136 hp 6800$ brand new leftover. Best bike I've ever ridden

[@TheAK47s]

Nicee

[@mikecollins9577]

I have a ktm duke 390 and of the year I will finally get my z1000 I'm freakin excited

[@Jambome]

I believe the closest competition to this bike is the GSXS 1000. Lighter, more faster, Traction control equipped which act as ride modes, and a pretty cool sound too!

[@miningwayne935]

hmmm..TheAK47s...never been started before...first start in 3 yrs, but already warm! very clever! i suspect maybe your boss said "do something to sell this bike" and your review definitely contributed to my decision to buy a new 2017 Z1000 ( which i absolutely love!) i think everything you said was spot on and was enjoyable to watch! cheers from australia...good job : )

[@robertbrandywine]

I guess you didn't notice the jump cut.

[@NateonTwoWheels]

the brakes are actuality made by tokico which are the same as my cbr. I am reallly thinking about getting this and trading my 2012 honda cbr 1000rr.

[@bamafreak323]

Do it

[@iggi70]

I traded my '12 cbr1000rr for the Kawi Concours1400.

[@relaxation_therapy]

I like the way u described the power of the bike!

[@bca-biciclindcuaxel7527]

That's Kawa Powaaaa ! I got an old Z1000 from 2006 and pulls like bull :)

[@theowerle1638]

I know it is an old review but I just saw it… I sold my 2014 z1000 because it was too much power and fun without traction control, I was lifting the front tire exiting from curves, with two kids you cannot be doing that type of stun on the weekends and believe that nothing will go wrong, so I sold it and I got a 2016 KTM Super Duke 1290 R and never looked back.

[@ryangordon3798]

Got a few more months before i get my next bike and it's either going to be a leftover '15' Z1K or a '15' Triumph Speed Triple

[@motaku_th]

A used one of these cost just a little more than a brand new mt-09 (which was the bike I was gonna buy before paying the Z1000 any attention) where I'm from. Fingers crossed that I can find the right deal on one soon cuz I'm in love.

[@WorldTravelerCA]

Finally think I wrote my first comment in about 30 seconds into this video and everything that I said in there you proved it while riding his bike how fast this thing is and how much it wants to go and thank you very much for your video upload subscribed

[@Stevengoldaua]

9k is awesome price for that bike,it's sweet!

[@bennynguyen2985]

Are you own it if you do own it give it some exhaust modified that z1000 sound will make you in love specially SC-Project exhaust

[@Coupydog]

It's got tons of torque, yes. The way it accelerates in 6th gear means it's under geared. 6th gear should be more balanced for lower RPM's high mpg's & enough umphh to maintain speeds with traffic. 6th should NOT feel & accelerate like a passing gear. My point: That's what 5th & 4th are for!

[@ryangordon3798]

I'm on the Z1000 forum and alot of the members go to a 16/43 gearing over the stock 15/43.

[@EyeForKnowledge.]

Coupydog This is the one and only complaint I have for my Z. It's geared REALLY low. It's a wheelie machine. I can literally take off from a stop in 5th. I feel like I'm redlining at 50 in 4th. Just need to get used to it. It's a bit different than my previous sport bikes.

[@ryangordon3798]

That's what I plan on doing with mine, run 16/43 gearing and a 190/55 rear.

[@Coupydog]

Hey Ryan, here's what I did: Figure each front sprocket tooth = 300 rpm's change. Each rear tooth = 50 rpm's change. I went from 15/43 stock to 17/40 & even though it sounds extreme,. wasn't at all too much for the bike. Still pulls like all get-out in top gear on freeways! I don't think your suggestion will yield the results you're hoping for. At least go down 3 teeth on rear sprocket to 40. That's about 450 rpm's total reduction in high gear@60mph.

[@Coupydog]

Hey Steve, the bike feels like the gearing's wasted for 95% of street & highway riding. Much too low & too close ranged 6 speed gearing to make good use of it. I don't know why Kawasaki designed the gearing & tranny for an engine with little torque that ran out of breath easily. Not the case with the Z1000! Change your sprockets: each front tooth up = 300 rpm & Each rear tooth down = 50 rpm reduction.

[@plasmabolt905]

How does this compare to the mt10?

[@craigmax3779]

He's a good salesman! I'm looking at Z1s. Been going back and forth from sport touring and regular bike. I think this may be my purchase. If u guy's have one let me know how u like it.

[@bamafreak323]

I've had mine for 2 years and can't get enough of it! You won't regret it man. Check out my z1k vids if you have questions!

[@tazzkid91]

hopefully picking one of these bad boys hopefully next week and sadly the dealer is having the same problem selling i seem to be the only one interested in the bike

[@eaglescout5816]

It's fugly. A blast to ride.

[@eaglescout5816]

At 10:17 I'm turning u off. You sound like a salesman to me.

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

I certainly can't believe that this bike hasn't been sold considering the price ! I live in Costa Rica which is by many people seen as paradise . However when it comes to motorcycles I can tell you that you get purged like crazy. I bought this bike brand new in April and it's true what you say about the bike, the z's amazing but the price tag is exactly twice as high as in the US....😩 With the price you mentioned I would have bought two , trust me. Nice review ! Safe rides !!! Bye the way what do you use for audio, sounds pretty good considering the wind .

[@austin_94gt18]

For some reason Kawasaki seems to think gear indicators are not wanted by the market. Pretty much every other manufacturer makes bikes with gear indicators stock. Come on Kawasaki.

[@bigdisme5622]

Can pick these up all day long for 6500 now. Pretty sweet bike, but I'm still looking at the ZX14r

[@salehfayez99]

Amazing review man I think the z1000 will change the look next year for that i think the riders are waiting the new generation of the z 1000 I think!

[@zorainshah4015]

saleh fayez nope

[@2cool0]

i think it hasn't been sold because it's 1000cc......i think a lot of people want a mid level bike like a fz07 or something. there are also a lot of cheaper bikes like the fz07. i think that's why. it's also becasue the fz07 is just so popular that people want that more because they just see it so much. just like any other naked bike barely sells

[@shadostorm8375]

ahah the skip traffic trick is cool. Thanks for the review AK! am comparing one w a 1290 sdr.

[@MSPEC95]

Im about to buy a 2011 z1000 this week!!!!

[@wrkings]

great vlog bro, really enjoyed it.

[@ccol009]

That bike does look mean! It looks like a mean ass grasshopper!

[@gladsunnyvlogs]

Awesome informative video made by you. Thank you...

[@JEM-kd7pu]

ima buy one of these when i get a good job. I'm only in the 10th grade rn tho.

[@ONEBADZ]

stock HP rating is 143 hp, wet weight 487. shave the stock exhaust and lose 30 lbs or more.

[@ONEBADZ]

190/55 was a nice upgrade on mine. Michelin PR4's.

[@ryangordon3798]

Did you notice a difference in the handling over the 190/50, did it make it handle quicker?

[@ONEBADZ]

I did notice a difference, some say it's proven some say it's a myth others will say it's something that can happen without going to a 55 but by simply going with a different tire brand. The different brands can have a different profile to them, some are just more flat than others and some are nearly conehead shaped.

[@ryangordon3798]

Cool thanks

[@dumbcat]

Or you can keep the very unique and cool looking exhaust and just lose 30 pounds.

[@ryangordon3798]

Love the intro, can't you hear me knocking-subbed from sticky fingers fricking awesome album

[@ryangordon3798]

Ak you should try the Suzuki GSX-S1000

[@ndperson1]

i would love this bike, but I think it is too much now that the the gsx-s 1000 is out, wish I was closer to your guys dealership (I live way across the country), but am kind of interested in the z800, fz 09, etc. where I am this bike is just too much even tho where I am at it is also a 2 year old hold over (it is still close to 11000 here)

[@Pendragon501]

As soon as I saw the bike and you said you don't know why It hasn't been sold, I knew why in an instant. You guys ordered the light gray/green bike. It's the least selling color by far for a Z1000. Crimson Candy Red and Black, Candy Green and Black, All Black, Candy Orange... All these colors sell, that light gray... That shit don't sell. People don't want light gray/silver on their hooligan bike.

[@fredmaldonado9204]

You’re too funny 😂 but I enjoyed this video and your comments. But you did confuse Star Trek from Star Wars. Hyperdrive is from Star Wars. But I understood your enthusiasm and enjoyed it.

[@cstephenson9223]

AK 47 The z1000 is your favorite bike so far?........you haven't ridden a 2016 suzuki gsx-s1000 yet:) I love mine!!!! The headlight assembly front fairing looks weird though!

[@TheAK47s]

I rode the 2015 version and was also blown away by how nice that bike rode as well. But the Z still takes it for me. It feels smaller, it's more comfy, and the power is a lot more fierce. However the gsxs1k is pretty great.

[@sushisuzuki9301]

GREAT BIKE, BUT I PREFER SPORTSBIKE R1 2016.... TO BAD MY FRIEND... GREAT VIDEOS

[@Twister7Studios]

How would this bike feel for a short rider? 5"1 rider. cheers!

[@shaun2049]

good review going to test ride cheers

[@JustJesseOfficial]

Please tell me that you're gonna do a first ride for the new FZ-10. I heard it's awesome, personally I want to get it as my first or second bike, but would like to hear your opinion.

[@hunterxl8025]

I got same bike after all mods 155 hp more then enough for the street top speed 155 miles. For the price u cant get better. 😉oh I forgot that I get compliments all the time.

[@kulyon]

do you have any AK47s?

[@sriramprabhakaran8686]

hey bro ur reviews are awesome. especially the triumph speed triple r. do one review of zx14 r . and what was d sound when u were braking

[@sriramprabhakaran8686]

speed triple*. and that of hayabusa too

[@scootergirl8615]

Did you experience any vibration between 6500 and 9000? It was extremely bad the other day. I've never felt anything like that before. It was all up the seat, foot pegs, and handle bars. Pretty much the whole bike. I made my legs hurt from the vibration in the footpegs

[@Taste_Budz]

if its not mechanical issue, a ecu flash gets rid of the notorious gen4 "high rev vibration"

[@coopycoopy1]

i got this bike in the UK