Kawasaki 1400 GTR

Off Topic => The Dark Side => Topic started by: Lonewolf on August 31, 2016, 03:24:22 AM

Title: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on August 31, 2016, 03:24:22 AM
Sad days are here :cry:

The K16 has gone, one week ago today it was sold and so I am currently without two wheels. On the plus side PRD is going to be struggling long term now to continue his jibes towards me :clap:

So no more Wolf tours for a while.
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: PRD on August 31, 2016, 08:22:53 AM
This is very sad news. I hope you got good price for it. Any ideas on next bike. Some say the GTR
Is good!personally I think R1200rt would suit you.


Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on August 31, 2016, 08:27:36 AM
I can't get the thought of owning a Triumph Rocket out of my head.  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: pross on August 31, 2016, 08:41:03 AM
Sad news mr Wolf wheel less
So there was nothing lined up when you sold it ?. :no:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: O.C. on August 31, 2016, 09:12:51 AM
Well it was an experience Steve, or some say an itch that you had to scratch, and it provided you with lots of fun and enjoyment, and some of us with ammunition to make some fun (all in the best possible taste I might add)   :smiley: 

So time to get another steed ...maybe a visit to Autorama where you will find a stunning 2016 Black GTR GT .....just like the one owned by a certain PRD  :clap: :yes: :mfr_lol: 

Whatever you do....keep us posted 
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: snowy on August 31, 2016, 10:41:00 AM
Quote from: The Wolf on August 31, 2016, 08:27:36 AM
I can't get they thought of owning a Triumph Rocket out of my head.  :popcorn:

Wether it's said in jest or not, has to be tried! All that capacity............and torque!  :wink:
Need to try one myself but the "change" temptation will always be there!
Must try the new Bonnie also, getting really good write ups now it's grown a bit.....size and capacity!
Oh..... and the re-worked Tiger 1050, my fave bike before the GTR, new one's s'posed to good!
and......and......and....... :whistling: 
Good hunting Sir! :yes:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Rusty on August 31, 2016, 01:39:30 PM
 :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry: :cry:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: viper on August 31, 2016, 02:07:42 PM
Quote from: The Wolf on August 31, 2016, 08:27:36 AM
I can't get they thought of owning a Triumph Rocket out of my head.  :popcorn:

that's also a bike id never say never to ,

currently ive got a sofawing cruising around my skull and it wont go away !!


discuss haha !
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on August 31, 2016, 03:50:03 PM
Viper if you fancy one of those cruise ships, go for it. I have to admit it was a bike I always dreamed of owning until I got the K16.....that was big enough!!
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: PRD on August 31, 2016, 03:50:54 PM
Rocket 111 now there's a thought! Did you not have one before?
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on August 31, 2016, 04:47:56 PM
Quote from: PRD on August 31, 2016, 03:50:54 PM
Rocket 111 now there's a thought! Did you not have one before?

No, never owned one but I do like the look of them
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Charlie farley on August 31, 2016, 05:17:25 PM
Well mr wolf , I owned 3 1800 in a row the last one I sold out of pure greed as the dealer offered me £3000 less than i paid for it not a bad deal for 25,000 mls but always in the back of my mind that I should of kept it , I also had an early rocket big engine but would be eaten alive by a gtr 1400 or k1600 in the real world and the drive train can be a weak point . Just my 10 penith worth but most of all enjoy whatever you choose.
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Boomer on August 31, 2016, 05:18:23 PM
SofaWing 1800s are a hoot,.... for a H*nda.
They handle way better than they should and have adequate power.
Only problem is that the panniers are permanent so they are a PITA to filter on.
All I want for now is a more comfortable riding position on the 1400.
I have a feeling Mr Russell may be getting some more of my money this winter.
My commiserations Steve on being bikeless.
Now go test ride some stuff and see what takes your fancy.  :banana: :hammer: :biker3:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on September 01, 2016, 01:56:59 PM
I quite the look of the Indian bikes, similar to the popular Harley Davidsons in style but perhaps a bit more practical, anyone got any experience of an Indian?
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: PRD on September 01, 2016, 03:45:55 PM
Yes Mr Wolf I have plenty experience of Indian but I can't say more due to legal processes. But would advise against!
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Charlie farley on September 01, 2016, 05:59:12 PM
Im eating Indian right now and would recommend it . :mfr_lol:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on September 01, 2016, 07:34:03 PM
Quote from: Charlie farley on September 01, 2016, 05:59:12 PM
Im eating Indian right now and would recommend it . :mfr_lol:


Is it the mild version, 500cc, medium, 1000cc or the down right hot version coming in at a hefty 1800cc? :mfr_lol:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on September 01, 2016, 07:34:49 PM
Quote from: PRD on September 01, 2016, 03:45:55 PM
Yes Mr Wolf I have plenty experience of Indian but I can't say more due to legal processes. But would advise against!


Do tell, I'm intrigued now.  :popcorn:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Boomer on September 02, 2016, 12:15:42 PM
He rented one in the US and got burns on his leg from the poorly positioned exhaust system.
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: pross on September 02, 2016, 12:49:42 PM
Quote from: Boomer on September 02, 2016, 12:15:42 PM
He rented one in the US and got burns on his leg from the poorly positioned exhaust system.

Or was he riding side saddle  :whistling:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on September 02, 2016, 07:49:02 PM
Quote from: Boomer on September 02, 2016, 12:15:42 PM
He rented one in the US and got burns on his leg from the poorly positioned exhaust system.


Allegedly!  :whistling:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: O.C. on September 02, 2016, 09:23:43 PM
I've been looking at Indian motorcycles and they are expensive, so I looked at H.Ds and blimey they have a massive line up of bikes starting at a very low figure,

Wouldn't be for me though. ... :no:   
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: PRD on September 03, 2016, 09:01:27 AM
Just so you know Indian are recalling 18000  bikes with the series111 engine (that is most of them) due to overheating exhausts causing a fire risk.
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Charlie747 on September 03, 2016, 02:37:34 PM
Now that's not a cheap call !
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Kawdolph on September 03, 2016, 03:33:15 PM
you ssee wolf you like the dfs seat that came with mine you know it ,dont deny ,
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: O.C. on September 03, 2016, 03:40:31 PM
Quote from: Kawdolph on September 03, 2016, 03:33:15 PM
you ssee wolf you like the dfs seat that came with mine you know it ,dont deny ,

I like that seat too  :yes: 
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: 2kwacks on September 29, 2016, 06:30:32 PM
Quote from: The Wolf on August 31, 2016, 08:27:36 AM
I can't get the thought of owning a Triumph Rocket out of my head.  :popcorn:
used to have the VN 1600 Classic.. nice bike to ride on sunny days :yes: why don't you try the newest model VN 1700 belt driven.. dealers are giving good discounts of new price :smiley:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Charlie747 on September 29, 2016, 06:56:48 PM
Quote from: 2kwacks on September 29, 2016, 06:30:32 PM
used to have the VN 1600 Classic.. nice bike to ride on sunny days :yes: why don't you try the newest model VN 1700 belt driven.. dealers are giving good discounts of new price :smiley:

How about a CamAm Spyder http://uk.brp.com/spyder  :punk:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Lonewolf on September 29, 2016, 07:07:33 PM
How about a Range Rover Vogue :popcorn:
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: Charlie747 on September 29, 2016, 09:20:59 PM
Just priced one up for you @ £188890

http://rules.config.landrover.com/jdxl/en_gb_hoodup_seatoff/l405_k17/3d9w8/a-lwb_a-rcbv-lwb-550_a-std_a-svab/lr005737_lr027664_lr051802_n-005cp_n-027db_n-029sg_n-032dv_n-033mm_n-033qr_n-038gc_n-039ib_n-041cx-080ac_n-056az_n-074ot_n-079cj_n-088hf-032ej_n-135ah_n-939_tog-psa-sva_vplgb0122_vplgp0196_vplgr0110_vplgs0153_vplgs0160_vplgs0162_vplgs0261_vplgs0377aam_vplgs0380aam_vplgt0082_vplvr0068_vplvr0096_vplvs0122_vplvs0164_vplvs0176_vplvs0182_vplvs0183_vplvs0187mmu_vplwr0100_vup100140l/jdxpayoff.html
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: doebag on September 29, 2016, 09:41:40 PM
I would not pay that, the steering wheel is on the wrong side for starters...................
Title: Re: Gone for good.
Post by: virginiajim on September 29, 2016, 10:10:17 PM
I guess it depends on your point of view.. :mfr_lol: