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The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => Accessories and modifications - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: GIXXERKELLY on March 27, 2012, 05:24:59 AM

Title: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on March 27, 2012, 05:24:59 AM: Does anyone make a threaded gas cap for the Connie 14? I see some of the more popular sport bikes have them. It would be nice to not have to pull a key out every time for a fill up.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on March 27, 2012, 05:52:32 AM: You might try searching the web for a ZX-14 gas cap. It should fit. I don't think there's any difference in the cap. You didn't specify model but the 08 cap part number is different from the 09/10/+ number. There's a difference I didn't know about. There may also be a difference in US vs CA models as well. Didn't look that up. However, if you have an 09/10 C14 the cap from a ZX14 of the same years is the same. You'll have more choices to look at if you go the ZX14. Many of their parts are interchangeable.

One way to look these parts up is through sites like www.ronayers.com (http://www.ronayers.com) .
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: maxtog on March 27, 2012, 04:48:11 PM: Quote from: GIXXERKELLY on March 27, 2012, 05:24:59 AM
Does anyone make a threaded gas cap for the Connie 14? I see some of the more popular sport bikes have them. It would be nice to not have to pull a key out every time for a fill up.

I see your point, but

1) Locked filler protects from gas tampering.
2) No stealing $4+/gal gas!
3) Wouldn't a threaded cap stick up high and look kinda strange?

I had a spare key cut by a locksmith for use with the bags and the gas filler. I never remove the stovekey (nor fiddle with the fob pseudo key).
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on March 27, 2012, 05:15:39 PM: Quote from: maxtog on March 27, 2012, 04:48:11 PM

Wouldn't a threaded cap stick up high and look kinda strange?

Actually, no. The ones I saw on the web for the ZX14 looked very nice and some of them had quarter turn race caps. They looked flush mount to me.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: maxtog on March 27, 2012, 05:22:03 PM: Quote from: VirginiaJim on March 27, 2012, 05:15:39 PM
Actually, no. The ones I saw on the web for the ZX14 looked very nice and some of them had quarter turn race caps. They looked flush mount to me.

Ah, it must be a whole assembly of some sort and not just a cap like I think of on a car. Sorry, I haven't actually seen one before.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on March 27, 2012, 11:10:15 PM: Quote from: VirginiaJim on March 27, 2012, 05:52:32 AM
You might try searching the web for a ZX-14 gas cap. It should fit. I don't think there's any difference in the cap. You didn't specify model but the 08 cap part number is different from the 09/10/+ number. There's a difference I didn't know about. There may also be a difference in US vs CA models as well. Didn't look that up. However, if you have an 09/10 C14 the cap from a ZX14 of the same years is the same. You'll have more choices to look at if you go the ZX14. Many of their parts are interchangeable.

One way to look these parts up is through sites like www.ronayers.com (http://www.ronayers.com) .

It is a 2010.

You are right the 2010 ZX-14 is the same part number. I'm going to order one. I hate removing the key just to fill up. I've never had issues with anyone trying to steal gas from my vehicles over the years so, I'll take a chance.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on March 28, 2012, 03:51:14 AM: Post photos and part numbers to please. Heck ... just do a D.I.Y. on how to swap it! ;D
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on March 28, 2012, 05:33:01 AM: Quote from: The Pope on March 28, 2012, 03:51:14 AM
Post photos and part numbers to please. Heck ... just do a D.I.Y. on how to swap it! ;D

OK will do :D
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: 556ALPHA on March 28, 2012, 02:59:04 PM: I looked up the ZX14 and it looks the same as the C14, what did I do wrong?
http://www.ronayers.com/Fiche/TypeID/26/Type/Motorcycle/MakeID/3/Make/Kawasaki/YearID/51/Year/2010/ModelID/8494/Model/Ninja_ZX-14_(ZX1400-CAF)/GroupID/408307/Group/Fuel_Tank (http://www.ronayers.com/Fiche/TypeID/26/Type/Motorcycle/MakeID/3/Make/Kawasaki/YearID/51/Year/2010/ModelID/8494/Model/Ninja_ZX-14_(ZX1400-CAF)/GroupID/408307/Group/Fuel_Tank)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: 556ALPHA on March 28, 2012, 03:15:39 PM: Here is an aftermarket source but I do not see ZX14 or C14

https://www.motomummy.com/store/product.php?productid=18857 (https://www.motomummy.com/store/product.php?productid=18857)

But this indicates it does:
http://www.zxforums.com/forums/zx-14-forum/57864-evo-tech-billet-fuel-cap-sale.html (http://www.zxforums.com/forums/zx-14-forum/57864-evo-tech-billet-fuel-cap-sale.html)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on March 29, 2012, 05:22:08 AM: Do a Google search on these words 'billet gas cap zx-14'. I had a whole bunch of hits.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on March 30, 2012, 05:34:00 PM: It bolted right up and seems to work fine. I road for about 20 miles after installing it. Very simple install. Open the existing gas cap with the key remove the one forward screw and the back two screws. Install the ZX-14 billet cap with the existing 3 screws removed and that's it.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jqram35 on March 30, 2012, 05:47:22 PM: Pics!
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jqram35 on March 30, 2012, 05:50:11 PM: Im thinking one like this.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kawasaki-NINJA-ZX14R-650R-ZX6R-ZX636R-ZX6RR-ZX9R-ZX10R-CNC-Keyless-Gas-Fuel-Cap-/220882786483?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item336da3d8b3&vxp=mtr (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kawasaki-NINJA-ZX14R-650R-ZX6R-ZX636R-ZX6RR-ZX9R-ZX10R-CNC-Keyless-Gas-Fuel-Cap-/220882786483?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item336da3d8b3&vxp=mtr)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on March 30, 2012, 06:03:25 PM: Camera is dead so I will post pics later.

This is what I bought:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/230676544663?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/230676544663?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: gPink on March 30, 2012, 06:06:55 PM: Nice look but it I don't think it will work with my tank bag ring lock.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on March 30, 2012, 06:29:28 PM: Quote from: jqram35 on March 30, 2012, 05:50:11 PM
Im thinking one like this.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kawasaki-NINJA-ZX14R-650R-ZX6R-ZX636R-ZX6RR-ZX9R-ZX10R-CNC-Keyless-Gas-Fuel-Cap-/220882786483?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item336da3d8b3&vxp=mtr (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Kawasaki-NINJA-ZX14R-650R-ZX6R-ZX636R-ZX6RR-ZX9R-ZX10R-CNC-Keyless-Gas-Fuel-Cap-/220882786483?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item336da3d8b3&vxp=mtr)

I came close to that one but, it did not list my year model for the ZX-14 cross reference. Not sure if the part number is the same.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on March 31, 2012, 08:27:10 AM: Pics as promised

(http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa308/saleen308/Connnie14gascap.jpg)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: maxtog on March 31, 2012, 08:50:26 AM: Quote from: GIXXERKELLY on March 31, 2012, 08:27:10 AM
Pics as promised

Neat!
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: gPink on March 31, 2012, 08:52:22 AM: You know that sticker is removal. ;)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: ZG on March 31, 2012, 08:53:17 AM: Quote from: gPink on March 31, 2012, 08:52:22 AM
You know that sticker is removal. ;)

+1... ;)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: maxtog on March 31, 2012, 09:14:02 AM: Quote from: gPink on March 31, 2012, 08:52:22 AM
You know that sticker is removal. ;)

I don't know if the sticker is "removal", but I certainly removed all the stickers on MY Concours.... the day I bought it.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: mikeboileau on March 31, 2012, 09:49:49 AM: That color will last a few weeks. I bought two of those for my ZRX. Faded bad to brown/gold color.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on March 31, 2012, 10:13:23 AM: Quote from: mikeboileau on March 31, 2012, 09:49:49 AM
That color will last a few weeks. I bought two of those for my ZRX. Faded bad to brown/gold color.

Yea he had a little disclaimer in the package. Funny how it wasn't mentioned in the description. I'll have it powder coated when it does.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jqram35 on April 21, 2012, 02:10:37 PM: Mine came in and it did not work. It sits too high. Ad says it is for 2006-2008 ZX-14. Dunno. The ones someone else posted on here was for 2006-2010 ZX-14 so I don't know what the deal is...ugh

http://www.ebay.com/itm/220882786483?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 (http://www.ebay.com/itm/220882786483?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jqram35 on April 21, 2012, 02:19:34 PM: Ordered the other one dang it.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: MAN OF BLUES on April 21, 2012, 02:32:33 PM: so, just out of curiosity....how is the subject of tank venting addressed when this "replacement" is installed.....just asking. ::)

also, what exactly seals the threaded cap, to the yolk....? I assume that rubber gasket is installed on the bottom of the yolk to the tank interface.... so what seals the top?
Also, because some of us DO ride in the rain, how is the issue of water ingress, below the yolk, addresed?

I might be asking silly questions (but I don't think so...personally, the only stupid question is the one un-asked....I asked 3 so I must be tripple silly) :rotflmao: :hitfan: :stirpot:

but that's what they pay me for.... ;)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jqram35 on April 21, 2012, 02:49:16 PM: There is a little assy in there that looks to be a vent. Cant imagine what else it could be.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: MAN OF BLUES on April 21, 2012, 03:18:51 PM: Quote from: jqram35 on April 21, 2012, 02:49:16 PM
There is a little assy in there that looks to be a vent. Cant imagine what else it could be.

yes, I see what you are saying (I see the little ports), but 'splain how this is working, thinking about the other questions I asked.... ::)
I don't have one in hand, but if the bottom surface of the screw in "cap" is fully covered in rubber, i can't see this working. and If it isn't, you have NO seal other than the aluminum threads....getting where I'm leading to?
;)
and any water that gets "under" the assembled yolk needs to go somewhere also...least it will sit there rusting the tank.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jqram35 on April 21, 2012, 03:21:50 PM: Not sure since mine did not fit. :o
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: MAN OF BLUES on April 21, 2012, 04:21:14 PM: thanks.

so anyone out there with this replacement care to help us all out, and show us the part, and tell us the answers to the questions I posed?It would be beneficial seeing as people are posting links to buy something, without knowing fully the ramafications of the installation, and the full outcome, once the bike is subjected to a 500 mile run drinking from the firehose, or simply sitting in a parking lot, all day, in Arizona sun.....both of which just might be problematic..... ;)
seeing as this is a sport touring bike, not specifically a race bike....and most of us don't have these hanging around....
(http://motogp-site.com/wallpapers/2010/babes/umbrella-girl-wallpaper-2010-3.jpg)
(http://motogp-site.com/wallpapers/2010/babes/umbrella-girl-wallpaper-2010-4.jpg)(http://motogp-site.com/wallpapers/2010/babes/umbrella-girl-wallpaper-2010-1.jpg)
(http://motogp-site.com/wallpapers/2010/babes/umbrella-girl-wallpaper-2010-2.jpg)

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_mwzxyywxcGA/TEkS5BT1WNI/AAAAAAAAAyc/hy_qltjToS4/s1600/road+race+start+-finish+hot+girl.jpg)

HEY...
I KNOW, WHO CARES ABOUT THE CAP NOW..... ;D

I do.
so with that in mind feed back would be nice......
stop staring at the umbrella girls.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on April 21, 2012, 04:45:06 PM: Why should you be any different about getting feedback on something? Think you're special? ;)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: MAN OF BLUES on April 21, 2012, 04:48:20 PM: Quote from: VirginiaJim on April 21, 2012, 04:45:06 PM
Why should you be any different about getting feedback on something? Think you're special? ;)

shaddduppp and look at the the girls...... ;)
http://youtu.be/uhiCFdWeQfA (http://youtu.be/uhiCFdWeQfA)

http://youtu.be/NP0mQeLWCCo (http://youtu.be/NP0mQeLWCCo)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: gPink on April 21, 2012, 04:48:33 PM: :rotflmao:
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on April 21, 2012, 05:05:08 PM: :rotflmao: :rotflmao: Righto, guvner!
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: GIXXERKELLY on April 28, 2012, 11:08:05 PM: Quote from: mikeboileau on March 31, 2012, 09:49:49 AM
That color will last a few weeks. I bought two of those for my ZRX. Faded bad to brown/gold color.

You mean like this? lol

(http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa308/saleen308/IMAG0259.jpg)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: BlkBird on April 29, 2012, 08:32:39 PM: Quote from: GIXXERKELLY on April 28, 2012, 11:08:05 PM
You mean like this? lol

(http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa308/saleen308/IMAG0259.jpg)

Just paint your rims this color (or powdercoat) and everyone will think it was intentional.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: Necron99 on April 30, 2012, 06:29:27 AM: That'd look really good on that GTR/UPS brown they have in Europe....
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on April 30, 2012, 01:37:37 PM: I was thinking the same thing.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: stevewfl on May 01, 2012, 10:17:52 PM: "Quarter-turn"!

The billet gas cap on my old R1. The maker used these pics on their web page, and I didn't even know how to use a camera back then. I bought the cap for track duty, but it was pure sweet sex bling too.

(http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/R1%20stuff/gas%20cap/cap3.jpg)

(http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/R1%20stuff/gas%20cap/gas3.jpg)

(http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/R1%20stuff/gas%20cap/cap5.jpg)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: stevewfl on May 02, 2012, 07:56:55 PM: no love for the real gas cap :-[
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: ZG on May 02, 2012, 08:10:15 PM: Quote from: stevewfl on May 02, 2012, 07:56:55 PM
no love for the real gas cap :-[

Luv for ya Steve... :grouphug:

Tell us some more bro... (http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/camp-fire-smiley.gif)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: Necron99 on May 02, 2012, 08:15:21 PM: After fixing the throws, I love my stock gas cap.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on May 03, 2012, 03:41:10 AM: Quote from: stevewfl on May 02, 2012, 07:56:55 PM
no love for the real gas cap :-[

You didn't post a link! So, what did you expect? :hitfan: :stirpot: ::) ;D

http://www.oppracing.com/category/276-lightech-gas-caps/ (http://www.oppracing.com/category/276-lightech-gas-caps/) 8)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on May 17, 2012, 06:07:31 AM: Just got (ordered) one of these (Silver Base & Silver Cap):

http://www.ebay.com/itm/JPR-RACING-CNC-QUICK-FILL-GAS-FUEL-KEYLESS-CAP-KAWASAKI-ZX6R-ZX10R-ZX14-NINJA-/160604867263?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item2564cbcabf (http://www.ebay.com/itm/JPR-RACING-CNC-QUICK-FILL-GAS-FUEL-KEYLESS-CAP-KAWASAKI-ZX6R-ZX10R-ZX14-NINJA-/160604867263?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item2564cbcabf)

When it arrives, I'll post what I think of it.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on May 21, 2012, 06:14:51 AM: The cap came in Saturday. It was a quick and simple swap (just three screws).
IMHO this is a very well made part. It's very simular to the ones in the photos that stevewfl posted (OPP Racing), but is much cheeper.
And for less than $50 to my door, I'm more than happy with my purchase.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: mikeboileau on May 21, 2012, 09:33:56 PM: Quote from: The Pope on May 21, 2012, 06:14:51 AM
The cap came in Saturday. It was a quick and simple swap (just three screws).
IMHO this is a very well made part. It's very simular to the ones in the photos that stevewfl posted (OPP Racing), but is much cheeper.
And for less than $50 to my door, I'm more than happy with my purchase.

Looks good. Let us know how it holds up in a followup review. Is the cap easy to use?
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on May 22, 2012, 03:51:31 AM: Quote from: mikeboileau on May 21, 2012, 09:33:56 PM
Looks good. Let us know how it holds up in a followup review. Is the cap easy to use?

Thanks! Will do! Yep, just push, twist a 1/4 turn, release. Reverse that to install. ;D
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on May 30, 2012, 08:43:47 AM: Had to open it up Monday to re-fuel. Simple and easy! No fumbeling with a key. ;D
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: mikeboileau on May 30, 2012, 10:05:24 AM: Quote from: The Pope on May 30, 2012, 08:43:47 AM
Had to open it up Monday to re-fuel. Simple and easy! No fumbeling with a key. ;D

The other style wanted grease on the threads, which didn't last long and then became hard to screw on with the fine threads. How does that quarter turn work?
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on May 30, 2012, 05:32:02 PM: Seals with an o-ring and the cap is held in place by a bolted on tab that mates with two groves that are machined into the base. The center of the cap is spring loaded so that there is a clamping force that keeps the o-ring tight against the base when the cap is in place. It's a simple and effective design IMHO.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: mikeboileau on May 30, 2012, 08:38:16 PM: Very nice! Thanks for the info!
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: marku8a on May 31, 2012, 08:49:30 PM: Quote from: The Pope on May 21, 2012, 06:14:51 AM
The cap came in Saturday. It was a quick and simple swap (just three screws).
IMHO this is a very well made part. It's very simular to the ones in the photos that stevewfl posted (OPP Racing), but is much cheeper.
And for less than $50 to my door, I'm more than happy with my purchase.

I bought one of these and installed it over the weekend. I agree that it's well made and an easy install. Another happy customer here.

Mark
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on June 01, 2012, 05:52:21 AM: Which color or color combination did you get?
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: marku8a on June 01, 2012, 09:58:54 PM: Quote from: The Pope on June 01, 2012, 05:52:21 AM
Which color or color combination did you get?

I originally ordered a silver base with a black cap. Then I was thinking the black cap might be hard to find after dropping it. They said that they had a black base and silver cap in stock, I said to send that. I am glad I did. Looks great.

Mark
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on June 03, 2012, 07:09:57 AM: Post a photo ! :-)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: marku8a on June 03, 2012, 12:37:42 PM: Quote from: The Pope on June 03, 2012, 07:09:57 AM
Post a photo ! :-)

As requested.

Mark
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on July 29, 2012, 06:58:38 AM: Bump!

There are some who are having issues with the lock on the OEM fuel cap. Just want to bump this thread back to the top for those who are having issuse as a possible solution to their issues.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on May 26, 2013, 01:38:25 PM: Bump again. ;D
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: maxtog on May 26, 2013, 01:58:00 PM: Quote from: The Pope on May 26, 2013, 01:38:25 PM
Bump again. ;D

Better to spray than bump.

(Spray graphite in the lock/mechanism- problem solved)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: r2t2 on May 26, 2013, 09:23:11 PM: Hmmm... So it's not attached to the bike... Just another thing for me to put down and lose...
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on May 27, 2013, 08:41:19 AM: Man! Two Debbie Downers!

If You don't care for it, so what. There are others that my not want to have to pull out a key EVERY TIME that they want to fuel up.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: ropjohns on September 11, 2013, 08:50:10 AM: So, I want one of these real bad. My question for those of you that have installed the ones in the last few pics, do u have a tank bag locking system? I'm just wondering, since the cap sticks up a little, if it gets in the way with something like that. Can't have it if it does.....
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on September 11, 2013, 12:19:09 PM: I don't have a tank bag locking system, but I can measure the amount it sticks up for you.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 11, 2013, 01:08:04 PM: Really?
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on September 12, 2013, 03:57:18 AM: Quote from: VirginiaJim on September 11, 2013, 01:08:04 PM
Really?

:yikes: Oh no you didn't go there!!!! :battle: Yes you did!!! :battle:

:doh: You got me, good one Jim! :finger_fing11:

Quote from: ropjohns on September 11, 2013, 08:50:10 AM
I'm just wondering, since the cap sticks up a little, if it gets in the way with something like that. Can't have it if it does.....

The cap stickes up ruffly 1/2".
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 12, 2013, 04:15:19 AM: ;D
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: ropjohns on September 12, 2013, 06:28:42 AM: Thanks very much! I just realized I'm spending waaaay too much money on accessories, so this one is not going to happen....My $14,000 2013 is turning into an $18,000 bike....
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 12, 2013, 07:55:21 AM: No different than the most of us here...
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: Dan Forker on September 12, 2013, 12:28:31 PM: Quote from: ropjohns on September 12, 2013, 06:28:42 AM
Thanks very much! I just realized I'm spending waaaay too much money on accessories, so this one is not going to happen....My $14,000 2013 is turning into an $18,000 bike....

You're a real piker. I think I'm well past $20,000 in my 2012 C14. If I wanted to be exact I could ask my wife. I'm sure she is keeping a tally somewhere.

Fork
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: RBX QB on September 12, 2013, 12:38:01 PM: Quote from: ropjohns on September 12, 2013, 06:28:42 AM
Thanks very much! I just realized I'm spending waaaay too much money on accessories, so this one is not going to happen....My $14,000 2013 is turning into an $18,000 bike....

You got NOTHIN on some of the guys here... Some even have 3 sets of bodywork to play with, just because they can!

The previous comment was brought to you by Mild Jealousy^tm. Mild Jealousy^tm, for when your wallet is smaller than your dreams. :(
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: ropjohns on September 12, 2013, 01:00:33 PM: Unfortunately there's a huge difference between buying stuff because you have lots of extra money to spend, and buying stuff that you can't really afford...but it just makes me want to ride it more to get my moneys worth!!!
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: ZG on September 12, 2013, 01:08:40 PM: :-X
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 12, 2013, 02:25:17 PM: :rotflmao:
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: kwakrider on September 13, 2013, 05:03:30 AM: Quote from: RBX QB on September 12, 2013, 12:38:01 PM
You got NOTHIN on some of the guys here... Some even have 3 sets of bodywork to play with, just because they can!

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Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: flitemdic on September 15, 2013, 02:22:58 AM: With the first, threaded type, the cortech locking tank bag works and fits fine.

Mine is also colorfast, so they must have changed something in the past two years.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: Cuda on September 15, 2013, 01:13:47 PM: I want to install fake fender vents on mine along with a Tiger Tail on my luggage rack, some handlebar streamers and curb feelers ;) then... I woke up.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jimmymac on September 03, 2015, 02:34:43 PM: Quote from: MAN OF BLUES on April 21, 2012, 04:48:20 PM
shaddduppp and look at the the girls...... ;)
http://youtu.be/uhiCFdWeQfA (http://youtu.be/uhiCFdWeQfA)

http://youtu.be/NP0mQeLWCCo (http://youtu.be/NP0mQeLWCCo)

You were right, MOB. The vent is ignored and could be an issue. I just installed my keyless one today. Any feedback from people that use one? Mine is a quarter turn style.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on September 04, 2015, 03:24:09 AM: Quote from: jimmymac on September 03, 2015, 02:34:43 PM
You were right, MOB. The vent is ignored and could be an issue. I just installed my keyless one today. Any feedback from people that use one? Mine is a quarter turn style.
I haven't had any problems with mine. 8)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jimmymac on September 08, 2015, 10:31:29 AM: One of my short short bolts fell right in the tank. I had the cap open because I thought there was a hidden fastener in there. Oops. ???

I'm not sweating it. 8)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: rwnielsen on September 08, 2015, 09:06:04 PM: http://m.ebay.com/itm/Racing-CNC-Quick-Lock-Release-Fuel-Cap-Kawasaki-Concours-14-2011-2012-/151725186078?txnId=1292160511005 (http://m.ebay.com/itm/Racing-CNC-Quick-Lock-Release-Fuel-Cap-Kawasaki-Concours-14-2011-2012-/151725186078?txnId=1292160511005)

This is the one I bought / installed. It works great and I think it looks good too. Fast shipping even though they say China

I just noticed this is posted above. MoB ... I went on a 200 mile blast and didn't have any venting problems averaging 80-85.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: bigtremb on September 22, 2015, 11:59:54 AM: anyone had issues with rain? or pressure build up on warm sunny day? My bike stays outside all summer long, rain or shine.
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on September 23, 2015, 03:46:36 AM: Quote from: bigtremb on September 22, 2015, 11:59:54 AM
anyone had issues with rain? or pressure build up on warm sunny day? My bike stays outside all summer long, rain or shine.
Like I said three post before your's..... "I haven't had any problems with mine. 8) "
And just to add..... I've had it on my bike for more than three years and 20,000 miles. ;D

Here's a link to when this subject was discussed back in 2012: http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=7741.0 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=7741.0)
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: jimmymac on September 23, 2015, 06:46:56 AM: Quote from: The Pope on September 23, 2015, 03:46:36 AM
Like I said three post before your's..... "I haven't had any problems with mine. 8) "
And just to add..... I've had it on my bike for more than three years and 20,000 miles. ;D

Here's a link to when this subject was discussed back in 2012: http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=7741.0 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=7741.0)
It's the same thread, you goof! ;D
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: The Pope on September 23, 2015, 10:33:34 AM: Quote from: jimmymac on September 23, 2015, 06:46:56 AM
It's the same thread, you goof! ;D
Yes! It is! Some people don't read a thread from the beginning. They just jump in and ask a question that has alerady been answered. :P 8) ;D
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 23, 2015, 11:47:50 AM: :rotflmao:
Title: Re: Billet threaded gas caps?
Post by: 2talltim on September 30, 2015, 06:56:45 PM: Maybe i missed it in the thread, but did anyone figure out if there was a difference in the 08' caps? Looking to do this but all the listings say 11' and up.