What would you like to see on the Next Generation GTR/Concours?

[Boomer]

A comfy seat.
TPS sensors that self charge.
SiSFs EVO flash as standard.
Decent tyres fitted OEM.
No linked brakes, or the ability to fully deactivate them.

[PRD]

I was told they are still available brand new not a pre reg.

[StickyOne]

After playing with the fairing panels to gain access under the glove box, I'd like to see easier panel removal on the next generation, if there is going to be one.

[mikeyw64]

After playing with the fairing panels to gain access under the glove box, I'd like to see easier panel removal on the next generation, if there is going to be one.

to which I'm sure many people would add:

Easier access to service items such as spark plugs & air filters :)

[zedmeister]

How much do you want to Pay??, the preferences are many but would you be willing to pay a premium for them. Me personally i would not pay over £14k for any bike.

The next GTR will be a 1000cc supercharged due 2018.

[Rynglieder]

 

Correct..there isn't.

The bike doesn't meet Euro 4 emissions requirements

Much the same as I had heard from a couple of dealers as I was shopping round. It seems that in future your Kawasaki will be one of three sub-brands; Ninja, Z or Versys.

The GTR is being "rolled through" 2017 which I am guessing means shifting any existing stock, the process is probably speeded up by the dealers pre-registering and offering deals like the one I picked up on.

Is it gone for good? Well they have managed to make the ZZR1400 compliant to the latest emissions standards and I would have thought that there was enough in common with the two engines and fuelling systems to be able to achieve the same with the GTR. Perhaps the problem is with the exhaust / catalyst. If so maybe there could be a twin pipe system fitted to the GTR which is the one thing I would really like - more for cosmetic reasons than any other.

It was emissions standards that killed off one of my other bikes, the Suzuki GSX1400. Owing to the Euro * regulation name there was a bit of EU bashing that went on in the GSX forum, but it was not Brussels but the USA standards that were too challenging and did for it in the end. In spite of what some people think I'm afraid that even outside the EU we will still be affected by the regulations in the world's biggest market places.

[virginiajim]

I don't know if I like TPS or not, I bought the bike with both batteries low  What about TPS with the battery accessible from the outside?

There's no fun in that.  I like taking things apart.

[PRD]

I think the gtr already has a replacement. It is called the Versys 1000.

[O.C.]

I think the gtr already has a replacement. It is called the Versys 1000.

   

[Brizzlerob]

There's no fun in that.  I like taking things apart.

Jim, you're more than welcome to come over and take my wheels apart. I'd prefer to just get on and ride 

[coman37]

The ZZR sells at least 3 to 1 over the GTR so worth it to big K to make compliant, plus they need a real world flagship bike(dont count the H2/H2R/H2RR/H2RRS/H2R LE as these are just vanity products like Honda used to do just cos they could)

Coman

Much the same as I had heard from a couple of dealers as I was shopping round. It seems that in future your Kawasaki will be one of three sub-brands; Ninja, Z or Versys.

The GTR is being "rolled through" 2017 which I am guessing means shifting any existing stock, the process is probably speeded up by the dealers pre-registering and offering deals like the one I picked up on.

Is it gone for good? Well they have managed to make the ZZR1400 compliant to the latest emissions standards and I would have thought that there was enough in common with the two engines and fuelling systems to be able to achieve the same with the GTR. Perhaps the problem is with the exhaust / catalyst. If so maybe there could be a twin pipe system fitted to the GTR which is the one thing I would really like - more for cosmetic reasons than any other.

It was emissions standards that killed off one of my other bikes, the Suzuki GSX1400. Owing to the Euro * regulation name there was a bit of EU bashing that went on in the GSX forum, but it was not Brussels but the USA standards that were too challenging and did for it in the end. In spite of what some people think I'm afraid that even outside the EU we will still be affected by the regulations in the world's biggest market places.

[StickyOne]

The ZZR sells at least 3 to 1 over the GTR so worth it to big K to make compliant, plus they need a real world flagship bike(dont count the H2/H2R/H2RR/H2RRS/H2R LE as these are just vanity products like Honda used to do just cos they could)

Coman

That amazes me.
I hated the riding position when I test rode the ZZR.
I couldn't hang on over 80 because my jacket became a parachute!

[virginiajim]

Jim, you're more than welcome to come over and take my wheels apart. I'd prefer to just get on and ride 

I did mine at tire change intervals.  Had my tire guy remove the tire, then I fixed the sensor and then got him to mount a new tire.  It's not a bad job with the tire off.   I think the jury is still out on the longevity of the new sensors.

[PaulB]

The only thing on my wish list: CRUISE CONTROL.

Cheers

Paul B.

[Kylinski]

Greater colour choice, including the best colour EVER - black

(I missed out on black by one year   )