Aftermarket brake disc choice

[O.C.]

You say that but the new style shock has been on the GTR since 2010, we're now 2/3rds of the way through 2014 and yet despite numerous warranty claims and disgruntled customers there have been to the best of my knowledge no suggestion of changing the design of the shock.
Then there's the screen, the top box rack, the TPS system and probably numerous other aspects of the bike. I certainly wish our voice wasn't ignored.

I've spoken with a individuals at Kawasaki GB on several occasions and I know for a fact that Kawasaki GB do take note of comments and feedback from Forum members, feedback from owners/users is vital to them in terms of identifying potential issues and providing feedback for the design of future models.

KHI will be aware of product issues...they may not wish to launch any resulting recalls (for example) that would be their decision based on the accuracy of the information to hand and whether the 'issues' are related to product malfunction/poor design or in many cases are the result of 'improvements/modifications' made by owners of said product.

Additionally Steve, having worked for many years within the automotive industry, 15 years of which with the major importer of German cars (at Senior Management level) into the U.K I can assure you that all accurate customer feedback is gratefully received and in most cases put to good use

The GTR is undoubtedly due for a revamp due to its now somewhat dated specification.

BTW I had absolutely no problems with the discs, top box rack, rear suspension or TPS  on any of the THREE GTRs I have owned   

Its certainly showing your no longer an owner !   

And you wonder why 

[Burchy]

BTW I had absolutely no problems with the discs, top box rack, rear suspension or TPS  on any of the THREE GTRs I have owned   

I reckon you have been lucky, then.  I've had 2 GTRs, done only 10000 miles, yet replaced discs, TPS and a rear shock

[Debs]

Its certainly showing your no longer an owner !   

You're* 

[Ant]

Don't no what you mean debs lol

[O.C.]

You're* 

Gotcha Debs, I hadn't noticed   

[Zebedee]

14 plate both TPS @ 4000 miles 09 plate lost me topbox due to rack breaking @ 2500 miles no discs yet but watch this space lol

[viper]

did I imagine this or do Kawasaki recommend that a topbox is not fitted to the GTR, hence the crap rack ?

[Ant]

It might do, but 2500 miles like this says its fine 

[Lonewolf]

Roger I'd have another GTR in a flash, even with the current issues, I've had two in the last 5 years approximately. Outstanding machine, I've even been looking at this....http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kawasaki-GTR-1400-/291210535335?pt=UK_Motorcycles&hash=item43cd8021a7
but my heart at the moment is set on a K1600 just to give one a go.

[Ant]

Hope you get one Steve,,,,,,,,lifes too short to keep saying " i wish i had... "....do it while you can.

And if you do get one, a trip across the water may suit you to get on some decent roads.

[Lonewolf]

Ant, its a question of when rather than if, I'm prepping the garage floor as we speak, ripped the old cracked floor up whilst there's no bike in there, hardcore being delivered tomorrow, and over the next couple of weeks get it whacked down and re-concreted.

Then take delivery of a bike......

[O.C.]

Roger I'd have another GTR in a flash, even with the current issues, I've had two in the last 5 years approximately. Outstanding machine, I've even been looking at this....http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Kawasaki-GTR-1400-/291210535335?pt=UK_Motorcycles&hash=item43cd8021a7
but my heart at the moment is set on a K1600 just to give one a go.

That looks like a nice machine Steve, I don't know that dealership (Edinburgh) although I seem to think that I once met someone or saw a posting from someone who purchased a bike from them

I say you should try the K1600, I've alwas said that we are all different and have differing tastes and that you 'cant knock a bike till you've tried it'

Personally I would wait to see what KHI have to offer in respect of future models of the GTR as it is long overdue for a 'facelift' obviously any new model GTR will potentially have an adverse effect on existing residual values   

Good luck with your search   

[shaggs147]

Well..... getting back to the subject of the disc brakes, I decided to get a new set of Armstrongs due to the time constraints before the Euro trip.
I'll let you know how they feel on the 3000+ mile test ride   

[virginiajim]

Well, wear to begin....

Warped or bent the carrier on a front rotor by placing said rotor with the weight of the tire in the back of the pickup....doh!
Warped front rotor after a sudden stop...ABS did engage.
Bought EBC front rotors.  Mucked up the installation by not removing brake fluid from the master cylinder (new pads).  Overheated them, I did.  Doh!
Since then have always had a judder when stopping..like the pad(s) were skipping or not holding properly.
Cleaning off the residue today for new EBC pads and found a nubbin of metal in the middle of one rotor.  It was standing proud of the surface.  Ground it off with my dremel.
Will check them for warps this week after I get the front back on.