Was The 24 Year Old Kawasaki ZX-9R Worth It?

Welcome to our 1000 mile review of the Kawasaki ZX-9R! In todays episode we discuss the experience I've had so far with the 24 year old superbike, and whether or not I was right to take a chance on her.
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End Credits:
Rip & Tear - Mick Gordon (DOOM 2016 Soundtrack)
Rip & Tear - The Anchor (Cover)
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[@marinusk67]

These older bikes are the real deal. No electronics that's interfering and no stupid screens with phone connection. Just you and the bike so as it supposed to be

[@NMart88]

I also have a 24 year old bike, an SV650s from 1999, yeah its risky, needs to be painted, the headlight assembly could be better, the previous owner did something to it and its not that good at night. But hey, it as 50k kms almost, the engine is fine, everything mechanical is fine. Im loving it, trully am, and im learning a lot.

[@davidmuir6849]

Fantastic clip ,thanks for sharing regards Dave from Scotland Fellow Zx9r rider

[@gordonhutchison9647]

I thrashed mine zx9r for 4 years solid 1999model and it never let me down, apart from a puncture. I rate the older zx9r as tough as nails.

[@woofaki5550]

I had the B 1994-5 model and im looking to buy it again....They were awesome bikes and so beautiful.

[@johnandrewservice8598]

I just bought one two weeks ago. The engine is in great 😊 condition, just a few fairing scratches. I haven’t ridden it yet it’s still being cleaned up. Thanks for sharing your insights.

[@RT22-pb2pp]

24 yr old ninja zx9 better than most modern bikes.

[@keithhudson1248]

It's the air box whine that is addictive, mine has 9000 km , 1 owner , love it.

[@marioquaranta2317]

I'm having the same experience with mine, bought it last June, it has been transformed into a black streetfighter with the look of a 2004 Z750 on steroids... Fantastic engine, very consistent in every situation, reliable, beautiful, comfortable even for the pillion ... A great deal for only 1.600 euros and the bike is simply perfect. Ah, and she's a loudy rocket when you hit top revs with her MIVV carbon exhaust without DB killer ... 😁 Thanx, great vid!

[@neilappeal20]

When the lights stay on after taking the key out, you've accidentally left it on 'park'. Theres a tiny extra click of the key after steering lock. It's not a gremlin lol. I've had my 97 zx6r for 17 years and its bulletproof, comfortable and great fun to ride....

[@craigyboy4770]

I never knew about using the clutch to ease the starting. Thanks

[@spacecityryder]

Gotta love those old, lumpy engines from the past.

[@deanzaZZR]

The low RPM, off throttle rumble sounds instantly familiar.

[@spacecityryder]

@@deanzaZZR Yes! It's a musical note that never gets old and is sadly absent from modern bikes.

[@Vedran.]

Good practice is to change engine oil and filter cca 1000km after replacing clutch plates, it is more contaminated with friction material when clutch is new. Or much sooner if you use clutch aggressively.

[@tysoncott7402]

Those are tough old bikes, i have owned several ZX-9R’s through the years, the biggest issue that the 98/99’s had were in the transmission, 3rd &/or 4th gears were notorious for going out, kawi sorted this issue out on the 00-03 models.

[@snakeman9902]

With the wiring problem with the lights staying on and the breaks, is it worth taking it to a mechanic? You've done a great job on this beautiful classic, 35k on the clock? Plenty of life left, just may be a question on how much more you would be prepared to spend on it.. 👍

[@bcitral]

The ignition is a cheap ass part. My honda of the same year feel far more solid. Zx9 is a superb bike though.

[@youngbrooks302]

I traded a rusty Mazda 3 for a 99 zx9r last month. I’ve only ridden the bike once( had to fix quite a few problems) but I definitely won the trade. It’s a little ugly but it runs beautifully now.These older bikes are great values as long as you don’t mind putting a little work into it.

[@stevenjordan326]

After seeing your video I’ve got my zx9r running again after being sat about 8 years

[@bcitral]

Just bought a c2 in red same design as yours, 28k 1 owner for 1500. All ways had 929s but Thought I'd go a little more comfortable. Not the same type of bike but the zx is a superb sports bike. Planted but not heavy, fast and predictable. Very under priced if you ask me.

[@dante8739]

I've got the E2 2002 they are hell of a bikes... Today's bikes are disposable more gadgets but not though

[@richnorris1061]

Just about to get one too :-)

[@twowheelsoneleg5672]

I have a mix of old and new bikes(All Kawasaki) In general old bikes are cheaper to buy, more expensive to maintain/keep on the road and much less depreciation

[@malemasemoer]

U been pulling willies? I will let this rainbow sh*t slide this time ..only because u ride the best machines ever created. Pull yourself together, man 😂😂 (Great channel👍👍)

[@matthewjackson3034]

I got a 97 zzr 600, which I restored. Less than 10k on it. Its now back on the road after a year of slow time work. Well worth it. What did u pay?

[@chrisleighton5102]

O have a 1999 zx9r and iv just had ro rebuild all the brakes it cost me a fair bit with new pistons and seals but we'll worth it bike finally stops properly lol

[@grahamjohnson7934]

i have a e1 2000 plate , 20,000 miles , the best bike i ever owned

[@timrains5011]

Most older used bikes I've bought have had mechanical issues that weren't advertised with the bike (once from a reputable national dealership who refused to refund me when a vfr800 I'd bought for over £4k remotely on trust turned out to be running on 3 cylinders - an irreparable problem as it turned out). Remember you're buying something that someone no longer wants - more often than not there's a sinister reason for that. Always try before you buy, grifters will be reluctant to allow test rides (without cash in hand). Walk away. There's also the 6 owner bikes with just 16,000 miles - yeah right - new clocks probably crash repaired. My advice is that the risk needs to be reflected in the price - don't fall in love with something because it's clean and shiny - all that glitters isn't gold. (All that looks shite isn't gold either)

[@devlencunado]

Hi, I just bought a 98 zx9r and I was wondering how I can make my stock exhaust loud without putting an exhaust system or a slip on?!

[@berntedvinsson5397]

i got a98 and i love it, but yours 35500miles is nothing, mine has gone 68000mils and only standard sevrices oil and filter changes over the years and a couple steeringbarings ;)

[@monkeyzx9]

I think one of you indicators is out. The light is flashing fast on the dash

[@davehumphries3824]

What good does the camera do you, ( i have the same bike, but blue) because unless you ride like my aunt daisy would, the footage on it , could work against you , just as easy as it could help you. dont imagine the lazy plod, will only look at an incident that brings them in to your world.

[@davehumphries3824]

And you dont ride like my aunt daisy, because you did 36 through a 20. (power to you) but that is exactly what the cnuts in blue, would do you for. so bin the camera.

[@briancurtis9881]

I have a 02 zx9r that is my daily I have 63000 miles on it and it still hauls ass

[@DaemonWulf7]

break in periods don't apply to bikes like the 9R. it gets to jail speed by accident.

[@paxobiker1]

It's a risk to buy, but if you are of passionate old bikes you can make your new project the bike.

[@RT22-pb2pp]

not really those old 90s bikes still better built than most new ones and will out last them. if it was not totally abused they are great bikes.

[@snakeman9902]

The only problem with the older bikes from what I can see is if they fall in the BS ULEZ charges, or not.. Some will, some won't.

[@majordelays4909]

It’s about time folks pushed back and noped the whole ULEZ thing. If it was £15 a month ppn maybe that’s okay but wow

[@snakeman9902]

@@majordelays4909 I fully agree, it's tyranny at its finest, the air has got cleaner and not in a crises.. Greed Restriction of movement Control.(So we're slaves)

[@RT22-pb2pp]

must be a over seas thing, in the USA the older the better tag and insurance dirt cheap.@@majordelays4909

[@bcitral]

Why would anyone want to drive into a ulez zone with one of these old girls. Get to those open roads and stretch her legs a little.

[@paulduffield2102]

I have a 2003 zx9r, 90000k on clock never an issue apart from broken clutch cable and water pump rebuild

[@RT22-pb2pp]

put over 60k miles on my 1985 ninja 600 before I sold it never had one failure not one