New bike!

[superjackal]

Bought a new bike yesterday. After lots of research, and a whole bunch of test rides, I found a black 2006 Kawasaki ER-5 at the right price.

Took it to work this morning. First impressions- nice and smooth, great power upgrade. Had to watch the speed more as it was easy to creep up to “past the tolerance” without noticing.

The bike feels heavier but more stable than the GN, I can hear myself think on the motorway, and brace the tank with my legs when breaking/cornering. It has 6 gears and sits very comfortably on the motorway with easy power for overtaking. Doesn’t seem to be much in the way of rear brake so will have that checked. The previous owner has adjusted the clutch so there was little movement and I had to stop on the side of the road to adjust it. Will keep an eye on that and put it back to a more sensible operation.

I’ll have it serviced next week. The build quality is a step-up and I look forward to giving it a thorough (and I mean thorough) cleaning this weekend.

That’s about all I can say about it for now – will post again in a week with further thoughts.

Was it worth the upgrade? Well, time will tell as the GN did just fine and was very enjoyable. I’m a big fan of the GNs styling – I just like ‘em. GNs are very chuckable and I found it a fun bike to own. Would love to keep it as a run-around, or for the wife, but needs must means selling it.

[Rhys]

Congratulations

Always fun when you up grade you ride :2thumbsup

[Grizzo]

Very nice, all shiny and black even:headbang:

[BuzzardNZ]

The build quality is a step-up and I look forward to giving it a thorough (and I mean thorough) cleaning this weekend.



Congrats on the new bike :)

Doesn't say much for the build quality of the GN if this review is anything to go by...

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Kawasaki/Kawsaki-ER-5-1996-current/

[ducatilover]

:2thumbsup Fantaaaasssstic stuff. Nice looking ER5 that

[blackdog]

Congrats on the new bike :)

Doesn't say much for the build quality of the GN if this review is anything to go by...

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Kawasaki/Kawsaki-ER-5-1996-current/

Were you born an asshole? How about letting them enjoy the moment without spoiling it with a downer.

[blackdog]

Congrats mate. Perfect evening for a ride too...

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/153230-BRONZ-Slow-Paced-Social-Rides-2012?highlight=bronz

[Pedrostt500]

Nice little bike, get out there and enjoy it.

[superjackal]

Congrats on the new bike :)

Doesn't say much for the build quality of the GN if this review is anything to go by...

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Kawasaki/Kawsaki-ER-5-1996-current/

Riposte!

"Build quality seems to be a Suzuki problem lately and the SV1000 is no exception. Suzuki SV1000 owners report annoying problems, mainly corrosion and poor finish." :nya:
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Suzuki/Suzuki-SV1000-2003-current/Suzuki/SV1000/_/R-EPI-410

Well, at least we both have badly built bikes! :facepalm:

[blackdog]

Riposte!

"Build quality seems to be a Suzuki problem lately and the SV1000 is no exception. Suzuki SV1000 owners report annoying problems, mainly corrosion and poor finish." :nya:
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Suzuki/Suzuki-SV1000-2003-current/Suzuki/SV1000/_/R-EPI-410

Well, at least we both have badly built bikes! :facepalm:

Love it!

Someone gonna have to suck it up.

[ducatilover]

Must spread rep...

[curly]

Riposte!

"Build quality seems to be a Suzuki problem lately and the SV1000 is no exception. Suzuki SV1000 owners report annoying problems, mainly corrosion and poor finish." :nya:
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Suzuki/Suzuki-SV1000-2003-current/Suzuki/SV1000/_/R-EPI-410

Well, at least we both have badly built bikes! :facepalm:

lol

Congrats on the new bike.
I'm guessing you'll be changing your username?

[blackdog]

Must spread rep...

'ken oath! I haven't been buttered up by you for ages.

[p.dath]

You might need a new username now ...

[_Shrek_]

Bought a new bike yesterday. After lots of research, and a whole bunch of test rides, I found a black 2006 Kawasaki ER-5 at the right price.

:clap: well down enjoy ya new ride


Congrats on the new bike :)

Doesn't say much for the build quality of the GN if this review is anything to go by...

you must be a supervisor type.... build them up.... then pull them down & then boot the :kick: while they're down :angry:

[ducatilover]

'ken oath! I haven't been buttered up by you for ages.

Don't be a skank!

[fyrgem]

Bought a new bike yesterday. After lots of research, and a whole bunch of test rides, I found a black 2006 Kawasaki ER-5 at the right price.

Took it to work this morning. First impressions- nice and smooth, great power upgrade. Had to watch the speed more as it was easy to creep up to “past the tolerance” without noticing.

The bike feels heavier but more stable than the GN.

Nice bike!
I upgraded from a GN to my Honda VTR, although bigger I find her more stable and smoother too. and although the GN is what I learnt to ride on I love my new bike, much sexier. ;)

[superjackal]

You might need a new username now ...

Can you change your username? Not going to - just curious. I'm proud of my GN start. Won't hear a bad word about them while acknowledging their "idiosyncrasies".