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FalcoSC · 06-19-2007, 11:54 AM

Anybody else waiting for the GTR? Many are tired of waiting and gone FJR or other brands.

I'm disappointed in the lateness, the weight, and the tank capacity but still holding out. Mainly because I've got a ZX14 and really love it. I want a real tourer as well and one that can be fun in the twisties. The new Connie just might be it.

Hoping MO will test one as quickly as possible. I'm not committing to buy without some reliable feedback.

BrowningBAR · 06-19-2007, 02:18 PM

What have you heard in terms of weight? Kawi's sit has "TBD" next to the category.

And the fuel tank is 5.8 gallons. That isn't small, but the FJR does have it beat at 6.6 gallons.

briangorrell · 06-19-2007, 07:39 PM

For me its all about waiting and waiting until the bike is at the dealer! I went to the Cycle World show in Ft. Worth last fall and was very disappointed they wouldn't let you sit on the bike - or even touch the stupid thing!

I've heard it has a tall seat height - I'm hopeful as I am 6'4"...

Thanks,
(1st post on new forum!!)
Brian

FalcoSC · 06-20-2007, 04:38 AM

The dry weight is 615 lbs. 35 lbs heavier than the FJR. 20 lbs heavier than the old connie. Lighter though than the ST1300.

Here's a link for more complete specs.
http://www.superbike.co.uk/news/Supe...ws_121740.html

longride · 06-20-2007, 05:15 AM

"What have you heard in terms of weight? Kawi's sit has "TBD" next to the category."

They haven't figured out how badly they want to lie yet.

Doowayne · 06-20-2007, 06:01 AM

If ever there were reason to avoid a first generation effort, I think this is it: new everything on this baby! On paper, it looks delightful - but real world, I am aprehensive about execution of design. I do hope it succeeds, however.

seruzawa · 06-22-2007, 07:04 AM

Based on years of experience I'd say that it's foolish to buy any vehicle in it's first model year. Look at the heat blasting the owners of the first FJR1300s had to endure. The list is endless.

seruzawa · 06-22-2007, 07:07 AM

Hey, dude. I've decided that this new forum setup is great. Yeah it's more complex but now there are lots of forums where certain loud-mouthed know-nothings have absolutely no excuse to inject their stupid ideas. All he's got now are general news and Kawasaki forums.

Oh, damm, what am I thinking? It's never stopped him before. At least now if he starts to stalk anyone he can be exorcised.

Buzglyd · 06-22-2007, 07:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by seruzawa

Hey, dude. I've decided that this new forum setup is great. Yeah it's more complex but now there are lots of forums where certain loud-mouthed know-nothings have absolutely no excuse to inject their stupid ideas. All he's got now are general news and Kawasaki forums.

Oh, damm, what am I thinking? It's never stopped him before. At least now if he starts to stalk anyone he can be exorcised.

There you go abusing your moderating powers again! I'm so persecuted!

testcase · 06-22-2007, 08:01 AM

I haven't even seen his posts really since the new format..

06-19-2007, 11:54 AM	#1
FalcoSC Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Obscurity, South Carolina Posts: 23	Waiting for the new Connie Anybody else waiting for the GTR? Many are tired of waiting and gone FJR or other brands. I'm disappointed in the lateness, the weight, and the tank capacity but still holding out. Mainly because I've got a ZX14 and really love it. I want a real tourer as well and one that can be fun in the twisties. The new Connie just might be it. Hoping MO will test one as quickly as possible. I'm not committing to buy without some reliable feedback.

06-22-2007, 07:04 AM	#7
seruzawa Robby Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: 8501 ft. Posts: 16,803	Based on years of experience I'd say that it's foolish to buy any vehicle in it's first model year. Look at the heat blasting the owners of the first FJR1300s had to endure. The list is endless. __________________ I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched c-beams glitter in the dark near the Tanhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in the rain.

06-22-2007, 07:07 AM	#8
seruzawa Robby Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: 8501 ft. Posts: 16,803	Hey, dude. I've decided that this new forum setup is great. Yeah it's more complex but now there are lots of forums where certain loud-mouthed know-nothings have absolutely no excuse to inject their stupid ideas. All he's got now are general news and Kawasaki forums. Oh, damm, what am I thinking? It's never stopped him before. At least now if he starts to stalk anyone he can be exorcised. __________________ I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched c-beams glitter in the dark near the Tanhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in the rain.

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06-19-2007, 02:18 PM	#2
BrowningBAR Snuggles Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: In a really, really, really old farmhouse Posts: 4,364	What have you heard in terms of weight? Kawi's sit has "TBD" next to the category. And the fuel tank is 5.8 gallons. That isn't small, but the FJR does have it beat at 6.6 gallons.

06-19-2007, 07:39 PM	#3
briangorrell Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 16	For me its all about waiting and waiting until the bike is at the dealer! I went to the Cycle World show in Ft. Worth last fall and was very disappointed they wouldn't let you sit on the bike - or even touch the stupid thing! I've heard it has a tall seat height - I'm hopeful as I am 6'4"... Thanks, (1st post on new forum!!) Brian

06-20-2007, 04:38 AM	#4
FalcoSC Founding Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Obscurity, South Carolina Posts: 23	The dry weight is 615 lbs. 35 lbs heavier than the FJR. 20 lbs heavier than the old connie. Lighter though than the ST1300. Here's a link for more complete specs. http://www.superbike.co.uk/news/Supe...ws_121740.html

06-20-2007, 05:15 AM	#5
longride Super Duper Mod Man Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Anywhere they let me Posts: 10,484	"What have you heard in terms of weight? Kawi's sit has "TBD" next to the category." They haven't figured out how badly they want to lie yet.

06-20-2007, 06:01 AM	#6
Doowayne Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 3	If ever there were reason to avoid a first generation effort, I think this is it: new everything on this baby! On paper, it looks delightful - but real world, I am aprehensive about execution of design. I do hope it succeeds, however.

06-22-2007, 08:01 AM	#10
testcase Founding Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Sandy, Utah Posts: 336	I haven't even seen his posts really since the new format..