When did the Kawasaki Concours first come out?
Since its introduction in 1986, the largely unchanged Kawasaki Concours has inspired a loyal, some would say fanatical, following. The Concours Owners Group (COG) is well represented from coast to coast and beyond.
When did Kawasaki fix heat issue on Concours 14?
Owners have complained for years about the heat issue on the Concours 14, and Kawasaki took action. While pre-2010 models were especially prone to the heat issue, in 2010, Kawasaki fixed the Concours 14 up by adding foam in the heating area.
When did Kawasaki ZG1000 Concours come out?
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. Rider has taken Kawasaki’s go-anywhere sport tourer almost everywhere.
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.
Owners have complained for years about the heat issue on the Concours 14, and Kawasaki took action. While pre-2010 models were especially prone to the heat issue, in 2010, Kawasaki fixed the Concours 14 up by adding foam in the heating area.
Since its introduction in 1986, the largely unchanged Kawasaki Concours has inspired a loyal, some would say fanatical, following. The Concours Owners Group (COG) is well represented from coast to coast and beyond.
Why does my Kawasaki Concours die after 200 miles?
The only real problem I had was even with the fuel valve in reserve mode, the bike would occasionally die after riding 170 to 200 miles. I finally attributed this to fuel starvation after visiting several forums and eliminating all other causes. I put a fuel pump in line with the carbs and tank and the problem went away. Did you find this useful?
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. Rider has taken Kawasaki’s go-anywhere sport tourer almost everywhere.