Kawasaki Concours Forum
Introductions - Tell us a bit about yourself => Introductions => Topic started by: Pavement Tested on May 05, 2016, 12:11:06 AM
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Hello. Name's Sean. Located up in Washington State with hopes of relocating to the East coast within 2 years. Recently bought a slightly used 2012 Concours14 and decided that joining a forum specific to the bike was in order to gather info and knowledge.
I bought this bike because I have been loosely planning to do the 4 corners of the US ride next year when I take my terminal leave before retiring. I find my 2006 Triumph Sprint ST slightly ill suited for the task and wanted something a bit more comfortable, capable for carrying more, and a little more quiet (the Sprint is LOUD!) So here I am. I took step 1, getting the bike. On to route planning I guess...
A little about me, I first got on a motorcycle about 17 years ago and have not been without at least one type of bike since then. I've mostly been a sport-touring bike rider having owned a '98 CBR1100XX, 2 Gen 1 Hayabusas and a currently owning a Sprint ST; I have dabbled in the dirt a little on 2 and 4 wheels, and in recent years have taken up track riding. I ride almost every day that ends in a Y no matter the weather conditions. I do as much work on my bikes as possible which is everything except electronic fuel tuning. I will probably be asking lots and lots of questions about this bike because frankly, it scares me with all the electronics that are on it. Don't worry though, I'm good at the search function on most forums and will actually look for the answer to my question before I start new threads on topics that have been posted and reposted at nauseam.
Anyway, I look forward to interfacing with you here and maybe in real life. I hope to learn a lot and maybe even contribute to the community at some point.
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Welcome to the forum PT, hope you have many happy miles on your "new" Connie. You are most definitely in the right place if you are looking for info and "how to" on your bike.
Enjoy the loads of info on these boards...
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Welcome mate...enjoy!! :)
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Welcome!
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Welcome!
"terminal leave"?
I hope that this isn't as ominous as it sounds!
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Welcome, PT.
And congratulations to your pending retirement from the military.
I retired 21 years ago and miss the camaraderie, but I'd be lying if I said I miss the BS. Best to you on your trip.
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Welcome to the forum!
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Thanks all for the warm welcome. I can tell that I'll be doing lots of reading for a while. Heck, it might even keep me busy until I depart on my trip!
The FAQ section has already been immensely helpful. Figured out the cold start rattle, a bit about the TPMS, looking at frame/body protection info, it's all here! I may never have to post again!
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Welcome to the forum, Sean! Washington has terrific roads to give your C14 a workout. Try the highway 20 eastbound and highway 2 westbound North Cascades loop. Explore Whidbey Island and the San Juans. Chuckanut drive to Bellingham, then highway 542 to Mount Baker. Highway 101 around the Olympics, highway 12 past Ranier.
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I may never have to post again!
You may not 'have to', but you surely will. Welcome :chugbeer: to the forum, Pavement Tested!
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A couple of tricks to the Connie and it'll really wake up. If you need it to...
Welcome. 8)
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Big welcome from England 🍻👍😃