2008 Kawasaki Concours™ 14

2008 Kawasaki Concours™ 14 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Sport-Touring
MSRP
$12,899
Warranty
36
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport-Touring
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2008
Parent Company
Kawasaki
Display Name
Concours(TM) 14
Year
2008
Make
Kawasaki
Engine Type
Horizontal In-line
Cylinders
4
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
102.5 / 139
Torque RPM
6200
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
16
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
84 / 3.31
Stroke (mm/in)
61 / 2.4
Displacement (cc/ci)
1352 / 82.5
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
40
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
190
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
50
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
190/50 ZR17
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.2 / 310
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
10.6 / 270
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)
4.4 / 111.8
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)
5.4 / 137.2
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.45
Width (in/mm)
39.4 / 1000.8
Height (in/mm)
55.3 / 1404.6
Wheelbase (in/mm)
59.8 / 1518.9
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
5.4
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
606 / 274.9
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.8 / 22
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.23
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
32.1 / 815.3
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Aluminum
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
Yes
Fork Guards
Yes
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Trip Computer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
36 / Unlimited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Side Case Mount
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
Yes
Tinted
Yes
Height
Mid
Side Case Material
Vinyl
Number Of Side Cases
2
Location
Left and Right Side
Side Storage Mount
Standard
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Rear Rack
Standard
Glove Box / Dash Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Power Outlet
Standard
Handlebar Lock
Standard
User Reviews
9 reviews
  • Own It Love It
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 06, 2010

    I bought the 14 in December '08 with 2200 miles on it. I have never been disappointed. It excels on long trips with comfort and storage, is a blast at speed and handles two day trips just great. Slow or fast it is a very nice bike. The best I have ever had.

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  • Best of Both Worlds
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 10, 2009

    I purchased my Concours last year. The first year of the remodel. I've owned cruisers in the past. Nice but I was always lacking the flip of my personality when I wanted to play too. This bike has it all. By far the best riding and comfort of all sport tourers out there. And the best price. What ...

    I couldn't test ride the bike but didn't need to. When I sat on it...that was it!!! Didn't have to convince me any further. One last thing, the oil changes are a snap as well. If your in the market for a bike of this style don't make the mistake of purchasing anything other than this baby. Trust me...you won't be disappointed.

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  • new concours
    By  (I am an Owner) on Apr 01, 2009

    i purchased my new concours march 28th mornining air temp was 18 degrees by mid afternoon the temp 28 degrees and i went for my first test ride. At 120 mph the heat felt realy realy good on my legs. After owning and ridden aprox. 26 diffrent motorcycles this is the best i have owned.

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  • Talk about bang for the buck
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 07, 2009

    I upgraded to the C14 in September of '07 and in my 9,000 miles of road-bending rides have not found one fault in the bike. I took advantage of the pre-wired connection for heated grips and have seen no need for further upgrades. The acceleration and handling are nothing short of amazing. A modern ...

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  • Connie 14 let me down
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 30, 2008

    I purchased the Concours 14 in June 2008. I immediately had a heat issue and reported it to the dealer. They kept it at the shop for a week and told me that everything was normal that the big engine produced a lot of heat. As summer and hot weather came, riding this particular bike was unbearable. ...

    Around came October and I experienced the same problem- extreme heat especially on the right side. On a 70 degree day, I rode about 100 miles on a 70 mph freeway and the bike's display went crazy- alternate warning messages of high temp and the temperature gauge maxxed-out. I had a camera and took photos of the display which I provided to the dealer. They kept it for nearly five weeks and couldn't find a problem. I finally got fed-up and took the bike to another dealer and traded it in. Lost money but it was worth it to get rid of it once and for all.

    I had ridden other Concours and none of them had a heat issue. This problem seemed to be isolated, but I had no concern or help from anyone. This should not be typical of such a highly regarded bike, and you shouldn't have to wait until cool weather to ride this $ 13,000 furnace.

    The most disappointment came from the fact that the dealer didn't stand up for me. Kawasaki was very rude and unhelpful. be warned: if you ever have a problem with Kawasaki, you're on your own.

    In case you're wondering, I've been riding for over 35 years and have owned over 50 motorcycles, so I feel that I'm qualified to write this review. I have learned a valuable lesson and I will NEVER own another Kawasaki product...

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  • Kawasaki has continued...
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 16, 2008

    Kawasaki has done it again! The 2008 Concours has continued to surpass the highest expectations of the most demanding riders. I've been road riding since 1974, and have ridden dozens of bikes. From British to American, so I can say with a strong recommendation that the new "Concours" is by far ...

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  • C14
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 16, 2008

    I've had mine for a year now. A practical comfortable touring bike that is also fun in the twisties. Looks are subjective but it appeals to me more than the competition. Excellent brakes, excellent handling, super excellent motor. It would be nice if heated grips were an option and a little less ...

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  • A Magic Carpet
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2008

    I bought a new 2008 Concours14 in October of '08. In the past 11 months I have put 20,000 miles on this fine machine. Most of these miles have been on a variety of road trips touring distances of 1000 to 6000 miles.

    The latest of these ventures took me across the plains to the Pacific ...

    This bike is so big....so smooth....so powerful and fast it is like riding the proverbial magic carpet. The new Concours14 has more bottom end torque than a Farmall Tractor and the top end winds endlessly as the VVT does it's "thang".

    Kawasaki has killed the witch with this bike and the competitors have two saddle bags and a trunk load of catching up to do.

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  • C-14
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 15, 2008

    Best bike Ive had yet after 35 yrs of riding. Power is awesome. Its definately 2008 technlogy and it shows.

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