Are Kawasaki Concours reliable?
2006-11-02 2000 Kawasaki Concours Motorcycles View Listings It’s a VERY dependable bike and one of the best buys for sports touring. It’s low maintenance for those who do the work themselves.
Is the Kawasaki Concours fast?
Motorcycle Consumer News tested a 2011 Concours 14’s top speed at 152.8 mph (245.9 km/h), and the bike’s 0 to 1⁄4 mile (0.00 to 0.40 km) time at 10.56 seconds at 127.68 mph (205.48 km/h).
How much does a 2001 Kawasaki Concours weight?
Kawasaki Concours
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki Motorcycle & Engine Company |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 61.2 in (1,554 mm) |
| Seat height | 31.0 in (787 mm) |
| Weight | 671.5 lb (304.6 kg) (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.53 US gal (28.5 l; 6.27 imp gal) |
How much horsepower does a Kawasaki Concours have?
158 hp
Kawasaki Concours 14 Specifications
| Engine & Drivetrain: | |
|---|---|
| Bore x Stroke : | 84.0 mm x 61.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 10.7:1 |
| Maximum Power: | 158 hp @ 8,800 rpm |
| Maximum Torque: | 100 lb-ft @ 6,200 rpm |
What kind of bike was a Kawasaki Concours?
In the 1980s factory sport-touring bikes were predominantly European, with most of those boasting the BMW roundel and ridden by well-heeled riders. Then, in 1986, Kawasaki dropped the ZG1000 Concours into the mix, making a sporty bike with a factory fairing and hard luggage affordable to all.
How big is the gas tank on a Kawasaki Concours?
Shaft drive was added to aid the bike’s long-haul mission, along with a full fairing and standard removable hard luggage. An enormous 7.5-gallon gas tank sat in the usual position, and when full made the bike perilously top heavy. The bike itself was no lightweight, either, scaling in at around 670 pounds wet.
Is the Kawasaki ZG1000 a good load lugger?
The Kawasaki ZG1000 is an extremely comfortable load lugger that comfortably and reliably carried my wife and I the length of Britain, France and into Northern Spain over the course of a week, ferry back to the UK and all the way back to Yorkshire without a hiccup.
Are there any problems with a Kawasaki Connie?
The Connie’s engine is as bulletproof as Superman’s chest, and used bikes with high miles are seldom a cause for concern. There are some weak spots, however, such as the J-box, the terminus of several vital electrical connections. If the J-box fails, the headlight or ignition can be affected.