Official ZRX thread - Page 22

basque · 03-28-2012, 08:19 PM

If they bring this bike back in an iteration...DAEG, 1200, 1400, Special 40th Anniversary, naked, faired....I'll buy it.

Like, now.

V8 · 04-01-2012, 10:17 PM

My ZRX 1200 is sold.
The most uncomfortable bike I ever owned.
I do not know why all the motorcycle magazines
would always compare the ZRX with the Suzuki
1200 Bandit. I owned a 98 Bandit and could
ride 700 mile days on back roads with ease .
50 miles on the ZRX, time for a break.
Good riddance. NO REGRETS.

btl68 · 04-01-2012, 11:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by V8

My ZRX 1200 is sold.
The most uncomfortable bike I ever owned.
I do not know why all the motorcycle magazines
would always compare the ZRX with the Suzuki
1200 Bandit. I owned a 98 Bandit and could
ride 700 mile days on back roads with ease .
50 miles on the ZRX, time for a break.
Good riddance. NO REGRETS.

Troll

fast4d · 04-02-2012, 10:11 AM

he must have a 40 inch inseam.

Dave in Wi · 04-02-2012, 03:34 PM

I will admit the ZRX is not the most comfortable bike on the world. I've added handlebar risers and a Sargent seat to mine. The only thing left is to lower the pegs a skosh, I'm still figuring out how I want to do that. I've got a 32" inseam and it's just a little short on legroom for me.

V8 · 04-02-2012, 05:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fast4d

he must have a 40 inch inseam.

7' 6" tall.

Dave in Wi · 04-03-2012, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by V8

7' 6" tall.

Dang that's tall.

You need a Boss Hoss or Amazonas!

fast4d · 04-03-2012, 03:20 PM

buell pegs are inexpensive but you'll need to grind them down to fit. they make a noticable difference

Dave in Wi · 04-03-2012, 05:15 PM

I've got Buell Ulysses pegs sitting on a shelf in my garage, but I'm checking into another option first. A guy at work has some lowering blocks on his bike and they sure look like they will work on the Rex. Next time he brings it to work I'm pulling out my calipers and taking some measurements.

mousitsas · 04-04-2012, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by V8

7' 6" tall.

Are you a basketball player???

Ranmar850 · 04-07-2012, 04:00 AM

My 02 ZRX, which I store in New Zealand for my riding visits. the ZRX1100 parked next to me had a satisfied long-term owner, had a few mods, USD forks, digital dash. Pictured parked at the Omaka airshow, Easter 2011.

Dave in Wi · 04-12-2012, 04:28 PM

So sure, a big part of the reason I picked a ZRX was it's looks. Then I went and uglified it. I think I will get over it though, I've been looking forward to being able to carry stuff with me.

DesmoTull · 04-13-2012, 05:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave in Wi

So sure, a big part of the reason I picked a ZRX was it's looks. Then I went and uglified it. I think I will get over it though, I've been looking forward to being able to carry stuff with me.

One of the things I *LOVE* about the ZRX, is that if you do the Ivan's kit with the pods and battery relocation, etc. etc., you can fit soooooo much stuff under the seat. Probably about 75% of the space in your top box.

fast4d · 04-13-2012, 11:28 AM

I can fit a gallon jug under my seat

. Pods and fab tech kit installed.

jonny2g · 04-15-2012, 10:28 AM

Well, how about it, anyone out there using a Kaw.ZRX 1200 as their daily ride? I got this 2001 off my brother, wasnt looking for a bike at the time, but he was moving and had to get rid of it(wife said so). So it sat in my garage for two years. Been riding the 03 Shadow in background, thought it was time for a change. Man why did I wait so long? Dont ever want to ride another Vtwin crusier. Put 54,000+ mi on the Shadow, but would have been more fun(and less vibration) on the ZRX.

04-02-2012, 10:11 AM	#319
fast4d Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Oddometer: 1,545	he must have a 40 inch inseam. __________________ Alan 2011 KTM RC8R 2012 BMW S1000RR 2000 Kawasaki ZRX1100

04-02-2012, 03:34 PM	#320
Dave in Wi Beastly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: 40 Square Miles Surrounded By Reality (Madison Wi) Oddometer: 1,462	I will admit the ZRX is not the most comfortable bike on the world. I've added handlebar risers and a Sargent seat to mine. The only thing left is to lower the pegs a skosh, I'm still figuring out how I want to do that. I've got a 32" inseam and it's just a little short on legroom for me. __________________ Dave in WI 2002 ZRX1200R 1975 XL100 1988 DT50 "Daddy, it's five o'clock sometime!"

04-03-2012, 03:20 PM	#323
fast4d Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Oddometer: 1,545	buell pegs are inexpensive but you'll need to grind them down to fit. they make a noticable difference __________________ Alan 2011 KTM RC8R 2012 BMW S1000RR 2000 Kawasaki ZRX1100

04-03-2012, 05:15 PM	#324
Dave in Wi Beastly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: 40 Square Miles Surrounded By Reality (Madison Wi) Oddometer: 1,462	I've got Buell Ulysses pegs sitting on a shelf in my garage, but I'm checking into another option first. A guy at work has some lowering blocks on his bike and they sure look like they will work on the Rex. Next time he brings it to work I'm pulling out my calipers and taking some measurements. __________________ Dave in WI 2002 ZRX1200R 1975 XL100 1988 DT50 "Daddy, it's five o'clock sometime!"

04-07-2012, 04:00 AM	#326
Ranmar850 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Kalbarri, Western Australia Oddometer: 241	My 02 ZRX, which I store in New Zealand for my riding visits. the ZRX1100 parked next to me had a satisfied long-term owner, had a few mods, USD forks, digital dash. Pictured parked at the Omaka airshow, Easter 2011. __________________ Good judgement comes from bad experience, which comes from bad judgement.... 06 FJR 1300a Norton Commando Mk111 850 02 X1W ZRX1200R Ranmar850 screwed with this post 04-07-2012 at 04:21 AM Reason: can't see picture

03-28-2012, 08:19 PM	#316
basque Infidel Joined: Sep 2007 Location: NYC Oddometer: 501	If they bring this bike back in an iteration...DAEG, 1200, 1400, Special 40th Anniversary, naked, faired....I'll buy it. Like, now.

04-01-2012, 10:17 PM	#317
V8 ! Joined: Feb 2010 Oddometer: 8,414	My ZRX 1200 is sold. The most uncomfortable bike I ever owned. I do not know why all the motorcycle magazines would always compare the ZRX with the Suzuki 1200 Bandit. I owned a 98 Bandit and could ride 700 mile days on back roads with ease . 50 miles on the ZRX, time for a break. Good riddance. NO REGRETS.

04-12-2012, 04:28 PM	#327
Dave in Wi Beastly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: 40 Square Miles Surrounded By Reality (Madison Wi) Oddometer: 1,462	So sure, a big part of the reason I picked a ZRX was it's looks. Then I went and uglified it. I think I will get over it though, I've been looking forward to being able to carry stuff with me. __________________ Dave in WI 2002 ZRX1200R 1975 XL100 1988 DT50 "Daddy, it's five o'clock sometime!"

04-13-2012, 11:28 AM	#329
fast4d Beastly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Oddometer: 1,545	I can fit a gallon jug under my seat. Pods and fab tech kit installed. __________________ Alan 2011 KTM RC8R 2012 BMW S1000RR 2000 Kawasaki ZRX1100

04-15-2012, 10:28 AM	#330
jonny2g Adventurer Joined: Mar 2012 Location: Friggn Amish Country Oddometer: 84	Zrx 1200 r Well, how about it, anyone out there using a Kaw.ZRX 1200 as their daily ride? I got this 2001 off my brother, wasnt looking for a bike at the time, but he was moving and had to get rid of it(wife said so). So it sat in my garage for two years. Been riding the 03 Shadow in background, thought it was time for a change. Man why did I wait so long? Dont ever want to ride another Vtwin crusier. Put 54,000+ mi on the Shadow, but would have been more fun(and less vibration) on the ZRX.

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