Thread: What kind of Motorcycle do you own.

Originally Posted by rickschoppers

This is my new purchase that I will be picking up next week. I have been following the ER6N since 2012 and finally decided to snap one up. I have gone back and forth on many other bikes, but this one has the right power, right price, size, reliability and dependability I need. The previous bike I was thinking about was the Triumph Thruxton, but I could not justify the price. The small number of service centers was also an issue since the closest one to me was about 150km away in Khon Kean.

My advice to everyone is to purchase sooner than later, ot that opportunity may just slip away.

Since bike but make sure it has the latest spec valves as there is a recall on all models from 2010 upwards.

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Thanks for the advice. When was the recall implemented?

Originally Posted by rickschoppers

The previous bike I was thinking about was the Triumph Thruxton, but I could not justify the price. The small number of service centers was also an issue since the closest one to me was about 150km away in Khon Kean.

A Triumph dealer has opened up about 2 kms away from me so I was very tempted to getting what would be my 4th Bonneville. Also, it would be my last ever bike too.

My eyes caught onto a Scrambler (bonneville engine and frame by the looks of it) but was 200k more than the Bonneville models. OK, different forks and exhaust but.....an extra 200k? wtf?

Might wait to see the actual price of the new Africa Twins.

In Oz Bought RMZ450 for me and a QR 80 for my son.
Currently fitting out the RMZ with long range tank, DRD race exhuast and changing sprockets as I now have hundreds of Klm of bush as a back yard to play.
Have been looking at the trail tech GPS as well.
Still have a HD in Thailand for the holiday trips

Originally Posted by Jesus Jones

Silent recall a few months ago, some 2015 models were affected. However, most have the incorrect valves and require a top-end rebuild. There is a pretty large waiting list. I am 300+ in the queue with others been 500+

You might be lucky but I would definitely get the details of the valves in the bike and makes sure the part codes match the ones Kawasaki are instructing dealers to replace.

both intake and exhaust valves have been changed:

Intake: 12004-0015 superceeded by 12004-0706

Exhaust: 12005-0735 superceeded by 12005-0742

What about the 2016 models? Did they receive the new valves? Great info, by the way.

I think my ER6n is 2010, will have to get it checked, cheers!

Triumph Scrambler is not built in Thailand I believe, hence the extra price tag.

I'm holding out for a Speed Triple, but only if they start to build them here.

Originally Posted by rickschoppers

Originally Posted by Jesus Jones

Silent recall a few months ago, some 2015 models were affected. However, most have the incorrect valves and require a top-end rebuild. There is a pretty large waiting list. I am 300+ in the queue with others been 500+

You might be lucky but I would definitely get the details of the valves in the bike and makes sure the part codes match the ones Kawasaki are instructing dealers to replace.

both intake and exhaust valves have been changed:

Intake: 12004-0015 superceeded by 12004-0706

Exhaust: 12005-0735 superceeded by 12005-0742

What about the 2016 models? Did they receive the new valves? Great info, by the way.

You would hope that 2016 models have the new valves. Won't hurt to ask though.

I believe your frame number should start with the letter A to be eligible.

Thanks again. Just to clarify, if the frame number starts with an A, the valves are OK?

No, I was under the impression if it starts with an A, you should get 'em checked. A to be eligible to a check.

For want of a better word.

I'm thinking of getting a kawa Z250 super light just for the Craic.
Cheap too with a 30k deposit and 3k per month for 2 years.

KAWASAKI Z250SL (2015-on) Review | MCN

Good looking bike Dapper
It would be great around town I'd say

the 250SL is a great looking bike. saw one last night. holds up well against its 500/650 elders.

have a '15 er6n myself. will be checking the frame tomorrow.

Well, I picked up the bike and the first letter on the frame was a J and not an A. I believe the J designates the bike was made in Japan. Does an A designate Asia?

I will send along some pics soon.

Originally Posted by Jesus Jones

Silent recall a few months ago, some 2015 models were affected. However, most have the incorrect valves and require a top-end rebuild. There is a pretty large waiting list. I am 300+ in the queue with others been 500+

You might be lucky but I would definitely get the details of the valves in the bike and makes sure the part codes match the ones Kawasaki are instructing dealers to replace.

both intake and exhaust valves have been changed:

Intake: 12004-0015 superceeded by 12004-0706

Exhaust: 12005-0735 superceeded by 12005-0742

Finally got around to taking my Versys in to be checked today. (I have a serial number starting with 'A'). Anyway, mine is booked in for December 7.

Just purchase this integrated tail light for the ER6N. Coming from Canada, so we shall see if it makes it or not. Free Shipping.

2015 2016 LED Integrated Taillight for Kawasaki ER6N ER 6N ER 6N 12 13 Smoke | eBay

my frame starts with a J. so all good. shoo.

Originally Posted by samsara

my frame starts with a J. so all good. shoo.

Yep, we both dodged a bullet.

Mine has an A.

I'll get it checked soon but just arrived in Korea for 5 weeks.

Took it to get the name changed and they refused to pass the check with aftermarket exhaust, lucky I got the stock one in a box. Weighs a ton.

Just tried to tell my good lady about getting my versys looked at
Not a fucking clue grrrrrr
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5000klms I think on the bike
Wtf no come backs in los even if it's a bike named

The Versys (white one) is for sale.

May I ask what the seat height is on the CRF? I am condidering a KLX250 but I'm not sure if the seat height would be a stretch.....

Originally Posted by dirk diggler

CRF300L


ER6n 650


Street Triple R 675


XL1200N (For Sale)