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Title: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on August 30, 2012, 05:44:20 PM
Can't wait to see the colors for the Connie, especially since I'll be in the market soon...

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases-test/kawasaki-ninja-times-square-takeover-sets-a-global-stage-for-reveal-of-newest-motorcycles-167589585.html?utm_expid=43414375-18&utm_referrer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Furl%3Fsa%3Dt%26rct%3Dj%26q%3D%26esrc%3Ds%26source%3Dweb%26cd%3D1%26ved%3D0CCIQFjAA%26url%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.prnewswire.com%252Fnews-releases%252Fkawasaki-ninja-times-square-takeover-sets-a-global-stage-for-reveal-of-newest-motorcycles-167589585.html%26ei%3Dg_o_UKysO4jDigLjvoEY%26usg%3DAFQjCNFYwWKr5Gqz9Vy9agc-3QHJmBJflQ%26sig2%3D7wq89s_bCjn6aQjwXXagWw (http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases-test/kawasaki-ninja-times-square-takeover-sets-a-global-stage-for-reveal-of-newest-motorcycles-167589585.html?utm_expid=43414375-18&utm_referrer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Furl%3Fsa%3Dt%26rct%3Dj%26q%3D%26esrc%3Ds%26source%3Dweb%26cd%3D1%26ved%3D0CCIQFjAA%26url%3Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fwww.prnewswire.com%252Fnews-releases%252Fkawasaki-ninja-times-square-takeover-sets-a-global-stage-for-reveal-of-newest-motorcycles-167589585.html%26ei%3Dg_o_UKysO4jDigLjvoEY%26usg%3DAFQjCNFYwWKr5Gqz9Vy9agc-3QHJmBJflQ%26sig2%3D7wq89s_bCjn6aQjwXXagWw)

Kawasaki "Ninja® Times Square Takeover" Sets A Global Stage For Reveal Of Newest Motorcycles
 
Debut of 2013 sportbikes to highlight daylong celebration of motorcycling activities along Broadway from 45th to 47th Street.

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. is going big with its global debut of its 2013 line of iconic Ninja® motorcycles in New York's Times Square, Sept. 13.  The company will stream a live feed of the reveal of their latest motorcycles during the "Ninja Times Square Takeover" from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Kawasaki is planning a two-block display of motorcycles and a celebration that stretches along Broadway from West 45th to West 47th Street.  Highlighting the celebration will be music, giveaways, special celebrity guests and the legendary Kawasaki motorcycles that have helped pioneer the modern sportbike since the introduction of the original Ninja more than 25 years ago.

According to Kawasaki's marketing director, Chris Brull, the new models will be joined by a selection of significant, older models. They will include the original 1984 Ninja as well as the legendary 1973 Z1, hailed as the world's first "superbike" and the motorcycle that set the stage for an entirely new segment over the next few decades.

He said part of the day's closing presentation will include the give-away of two new Ninja motorcycles.

Among the scheduled activities—many of which will be shown on a huge screen above the street—are various staged presentations, unique stunt riding exhibitions by former SPEED TV host, Jason Britton, motorcycle drag race instruction from multi-time national champion, Rickey Gadson, and a collection of free activities for individuals and families.

Kawasaki will also park the Monster Energy Kawasaki Racing transporter on Broadway and Ryan Villopoto, the most decorated professional racer of the past few years will be there to sign posters for onlookers.  Prior to suffering an injury early this season, he had captured several championships in 2011, including two of the most prestigious on the racing circuit, the FIM World Supercross Championship, and the AMA Motocross Championship.

Brull said this unique model introduction "brings the brand's core authenticity to a broader audience that will be able to interact with our people, our products and the sport that appeals to more men and women each year."

The marketing director said the concept of the "Ninja Times Square Takeover" grew from internal discussions seeking different ways to bring the company's "Let the good times roll™" philosophy to a broader audience. 

"Times Square is recognized as the 'crossroads of the world,' and we're thrilled to be able to share our brand of motorcycle enthusiasm with such a large, diverse group of New York residents and visitors," said Brull.

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) markets and distributes Kawasaki motorcycles, ATVs, Side x Sides, and personal watercraft through a network of more than 1,200 independent retailers, with an additional 7,400 retailers specializing in Kawasaki power products and general purpose engines. KMC and its affiliates employ nearly 3,100 people in the United States, with 300 of them located at KMC's Irvine, California headquarters.

Kawasaki's tagline, "Let the good times roll.™", is recognized worldwide. For five decades, the Kawasaki brand has become synonymous with powerful, stylish and category-leading vehicles. Information about Kawasaki's complete line of powersports products and Kawasaki affiliates can be found on the Internet at www.kawasaki.com (http://www.kawasaki.com).

Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: ZG on August 30, 2012, 08:17:08 PM
I think Ohlins front and rear will be standard on the Kawi green 2013...  ;D ;)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: stevewfl on August 31, 2012, 06:54:42 AM
Hope they announce a BMW 1000RR killer ZX10.

I cannot get a fly n ride deal or anything such on a new BMW sportbike and refuse to pay retail PLUS shipping, dealer fees, yada and i've called BMW dealers all over the country.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: blue14 on August 31, 2012, 03:16:24 PM
Hope they announce a BMW 1000RR killer ZX10.

I cannot get a fly n ride deal or anything such on a new BMW sportbike and refuse to pay retail PLUS shipping, dealer fees, yada and i've called BMW dealers all over the country.

Wait for left overs......
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: jjsC6 on August 31, 2012, 07:52:32 PM
Hope they announce a BMW 1000RR killer ZX10.

I cannot get a fly n ride deal or anything such on a new BMW sportbike and refuse to pay retail PLUS shipping, dealer fees, yada and i've called BMW dealers all over the country.

I got my new "Rider" magazine today that showed 2013 ZX10R and the 650.  The only change to the ZX10R is an electronic steering damper.

BTW, you can get discounts on the BMWs  ;)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Necron99 on September 01, 2012, 10:12:12 AM
ZX 10 killer?  Isn't that what Marco Milandri is riding?
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Son of Pappy on September 01, 2012, 11:13:58 AM
I got my new "Rider" magazine today that showed 2013 ZX10R and the 650.  The only change to the ZX10R is an electronic steering damper.

BTW, you can get discounts on the BMWs  ;)
Sorry for the MAJOR hijack, check out page 69 ;D
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Cheesecake on September 01, 2012, 07:07:00 PM
Hope they announce a BMW 1000RR killer ZX10.

I cannot get a fly n ride deal or anything such on a new BMW sportbike and refuse to pay retail PLUS shipping, dealer fees, yada and i've called BMW dealers all over the country.
BMW doesn't want hot girls like Teressa on their bikes. They want people to look at the bike, not the girls on them.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 01, 2012, 08:14:22 PM
Why, that's crazy talk!  :loco: :nuts:   BMW must be out of their minds.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: ZG on September 01, 2012, 08:50:11 PM
BMW doesn't want hot girls like Teressa on their bikes. They want people to look at the bike, not the girls on them.

Like this?? (http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/smiley_dunno.gif)
 
(http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/skjdsads.jpg)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Rocket Therapy on September 03, 2012, 08:14:13 PM

Like this?? (http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/smiley_dunno.gif)
 
(http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/skjdsads.jpg)


VROOOOOOOOOOMM. !!

like that  ;D
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: stevewfl on September 03, 2012, 08:26:21 PM
I got my new "Rider" magazine today that showed 2013 ZX10R and the 650.  The only change to the ZX10R is an electronic steering damper.

BTW, you can get discounts on the BMWs  ;)

Well I'll be looking for a year-end deal on a 1000RR then I see over the 2013 ZX10 =)

I sure can't find a deal on one now, I test rode one and %$#$%ing wow
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: gPink on September 04, 2012, 04:07:07 AM

(http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/skjdsads.jpg)
dibs on the seat
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Conrad on September 04, 2012, 04:49:52 AM
dibs on the seat

 :rotflmao:
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: jjsC6 on September 04, 2012, 06:05:25 AM

Like this?? (http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/smiley_dunno.gif)
 
(http://i1200.photobucket.com/albums/bb336/jaywilcox/skjdsads.jpg)

And here I thought I didn't like naked bikes.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 04, 2012, 06:17:40 AM
Guys, let's try to keep this thread on topic per the OP's original message....   Thanks.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on September 04, 2012, 08:54:17 AM
Thanks, Jim.

You guys should be ashamed of yourselves! Posting pics of beautiful women in my boring thread.

Ashamed!
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Conrad on September 04, 2012, 08:57:56 AM
Did you say something Jeff? I must have missed it, my mind was elsewhere...   ;)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 04, 2012, 10:55:28 AM
Twit.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Pokey on September 04, 2012, 05:19:24 PM
Twit.


No.....I am a twit!!!! >:(
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 04, 2012, 05:24:17 PM
True, you are, and a fine one ye be.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: pistole on September 05, 2012, 02:23:46 AM
- hear hear !

.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Kawi Ken on September 05, 2012, 02:20:13 PM
Kawasaki Ninja Times Square Takeover - September 13, 2012 New York City (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnGilBLqX4Y#ws)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: MetrickMetal on September 06, 2012, 09:35:48 PM
Well here's one new bike that Kawi is coming out with.

http://www.gizmag.com/kawasaki-ninja-300/24014/ (http://www.gizmag.com/kawasaki-ninja-300/24014/)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: olie on September 06, 2012, 10:15:10 PM
if you go to the Canadian site of Kawasaki they have there the 2013 model... same technical stuff...
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on September 06, 2012, 11:31:13 PM
Thanks, olie!

Pearl Meteor Grey. Color me unimpressed.
http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/STREET-TOURING/1512/Concours-14 (http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/STREET-TOURING/1512/Concours-14)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: martin_14 on September 06, 2012, 11:43:43 PM
Metallic Spark Black? WTF!?
I'm sure ZG disagrees. In his eyes, that bike is just pure chrome and is in desperate need of some black.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on September 06, 2012, 11:54:56 PM
This doesn't do anything to change my current leaning to get a K1600GT.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: pistole on September 07, 2012, 01:13:47 AM
This doesn't do anything to change my current leaning to get a K1600GT.

- was considering the same bike , ie the K16GT.

- but you really need to read up more about this bike.

- its a v.1 , and current owners are BMW's beta testers. Its troubles , of which the list is long and varied , can be very frustrating and result in a tow home.

- maybe then only go ahead and make a decision.

- imho : wait for v.2

.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 07, 2012, 04:57:45 AM
Black and Gray.... :loco: :nuts:   
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: ZG on September 07, 2012, 08:40:05 AM
Metallic Spark Black? WTF!?
I'm sure ZG disagrees. In his eyes, that bike is just pure chrome and is in desperate need of some black.

 ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on September 07, 2012, 08:57:05 AM
- was considering the same bike , ie the K16GT.

- but you really need to read up more about this bike.

- its a v.1 , and current owners are BMW's beta testers. Its troubles , of which the list is long and varied , can be very frustrating and result in a tow home.

- maybe then only go ahead and make a decision.

- imho : wait for v.2

.

Appreciate the advice. I've got my concerns for sure. Nearly everyone I've seen says that even with the issues, it's the best sport touring bike available.  You'd think a 25k and up bike wouldn't have these sorts of issues. If I did get one, and I probably will it'll be a 2013 version. Hopefully BMW will have quietly fixed some of these problems based on feedback.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 07, 2012, 02:42:13 PM
Just like Kawasaki... ::)   And by the way, I'm entertaining these little jaunts off to the side but this is a Kwak 2013 C14 we're discussing.  Let's try to veer it back to the Beam (nothing to do with BMW).  If you want to discuss the truly dark side then post it over in It's Not a Concours - Other Bikes.
 
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: 556ALPHA on September 07, 2012, 03:10:23 PM
Thanks, olie!

Pearl Meteor Grey. Color me unimpressed.
http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/STREET-TOURING/1512/Concours-14 (http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/STREET-TOURING/1512/Concours-14)

BORING....unless you have 3500 to dress them up with nice gold Ohlins....
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: ZG on September 07, 2012, 03:14:54 PM
BORING....unless you have 3500 to dress them up with nice gold Ohlins....

 :goodpost: ;)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: McJunkie on September 07, 2012, 04:35:06 PM
So basically you can get in black or BLACK
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Scaffolder on September 07, 2012, 05:32:52 PM
Canada shows a Versus 1000, but they missed the shaftdrive.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on September 07, 2012, 06:33:02 PM
The black or a slightly lighter black thing seems pretty spot on. I don't understand the reasoning for this. I like black too,but an option to it would have been nice.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: jjsC6 on September 07, 2012, 07:04:09 PM
This doesn't do anything to change my current leaning to get a K1600GT.

Rumor has it that one of the Concours owners on this forum will be getting a K1600GT.  I hope when he gets it that he'll give a fair comparison of the two bikes.  He has sworn me to secrecy, so don't even ask!
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Son of Pappy on September 07, 2012, 07:19:02 PM
Rumor has it that one of the Concours owners on this forum will be getting a K1600GT.  I hope when he gets it that he'll give a fair comparison of the two bikes.  He has sworn me to secrecy, so don't even ask!
Jays getting a 1600????????? :o :P
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Rocket Therapy on September 07, 2012, 07:29:34 PM
Jays getting a 1600????????? :o :P



LOL ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

that's good pappy
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 07, 2012, 08:00:57 PM
I see no one is paying attention....
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Son of Pappy on September 08, 2012, 12:04:38 PM
I see no one is paying attention....
I thought only dues paying members "Paid attention"? ;D
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: ZG on September 08, 2012, 12:16:01 PM
Jays getting a 1600? ??? ??? ?? :o :P

Nope, it's not me Chet...
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Son of Pappy on September 08, 2012, 12:57:58 PM

Nope, it's not me Chet...
VJ?  He has reported health issues and maybe age is at issue?   ;D
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 08, 2012, 01:36:00 PM
No.  I wouldn't own a BMW if you gave me one.  I couldn't afford what they want to charge for maintenance.  And if you must know, I really dislike BMW (actually all other bikes as well) discussions in C14 specific threads  >:( unless it's a comparison and relevant to the original subject matter of the thread.  I know, I'm just peculiar.  Ask anyone.  I don't mind their discussions elsewhere (another board).  I'm trying to be nice here but my patience is wearing thin.  I want this thread to be a discussion of the 2013 C14's being announced shortly, not a discussion on BMWs.  I'm going to start drinking soon and my tolerance goes way down and I can't be held responsible for actions with the sword..  Capisce?  And I really hate to use that sword.  It gets dirty and then I have to clean it and it takes a long time and I sometimes cut myself as well.

Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: jjsC6 on September 08, 2012, 01:40:40 PM
No.  I wouldn't own a BMW if you gave me one.  I couldn't afford what they want to charge for maintenance.  And if you must know, I really dislike BMW (actually all other bikes as well) discussions in C14 specific threads  >:( unless it's a comparison and relevant to the original subject matter of the thread.  I know, I'm just peculiar.  Ask anyone.  I don't mind their discussions elsewhere (another board).  I'm trying to be nice here but my patience is wearing thin.  I want this thread to be a discussion of the 2013 C14's being announced shortly, not a discussion on BMWs.  I'm going to start drinking soon and my tolerance goes way down and I can't be held responsible for actions with the sword..  Capisce?  And I really hate to use that sword.  It gets dirty and then I have to clean it and it takes a long time and I sometimes cut myself as well.

Jim, thanks for rethinking your decision to close this.  The reality is that after the first post, there is really nothing else to discuss on this thread that is relevant to the thread title.  Until the 13th rolls around what else can we say.  The 2013 BMW's are already being built, so why not discuss them?

But I see you are very sensitive to the subject.  But since I'm replying to what you said, let me say this.  There is a thread on the BMW forum that compares maintenance costs of a 1600 to the Concours.  You might be surprised at the outcome.  The Concours loses.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 08, 2012, 01:42:02 PM
Closing this one until some real information comes out.  Start a new thread on the BMWs.  I'll re-open it after the announcement.  Also, logic sometimes doesn't work with me.  I could never be a Vulcan.  Ask my wife.
Title: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: Laserjock on September 13, 2012, 12:06:14 AM
Has anyone seen this yet?  8)

http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/SUPERSPORT/1512/Concours-14 (http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/SUPERSPORT/1512/Concours-14)

Metallic Spark Black
ZG1400CDF

Pearl Meteor Gray
ZG1400CDF

=LJ=

(http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i382/Laserjock/2013CanadianC14.jpg)
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: SPX on September 13, 2012, 12:11:24 AM
Has anyone seen this yet?  8)


I'm going to go out on a limb... And say yes!
http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=10495.msg129452#msg129452 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=10495.msg129452#msg129452)
 ;D
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: Rhino on September 13, 2012, 12:14:15 AM
What is this about:

Maximum Power‡    115 kW {156 PS} @ 8,800 rpm
Maximum Power with Ram Air‡    118.4 kW {161 PS} @ 8,800 rpm

When is there not "Ram Air"?
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: Laserjock on September 13, 2012, 12:31:17 AM
I'm going to go out on a limb... And say yes!
http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=10495.msg129452#msg129452 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=10495.msg129452#msg129452)
 ;D

Damn. And I did a search first too!

=LJ=

Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 13, 2012, 04:44:44 AM
Fair warning to all.  This thread is about the 2013 Kawasaki C14.  Not about BMWs, Yamahas, Suzukis, or other lesser ilk.  Off topic posts may be nuked without warning.
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: VirginiaJim on September 13, 2012, 04:46:33 AM
What is this about:

Maximum Power‡    115 kW {156 PS} @ 8,800 rpm
Maximum Power with Ram Air‡    118.4 kW {161 PS} @ 8,800 rpm

When is there not "Ram Air"?

Hmmmm, those rascally Canadians....   Maybe it's an option for them.
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: Mister Tee on September 13, 2012, 08:37:43 AM
What is this about:

Maximum Power‡    115 kW {156 PS} @ 8,800 rpm
Maximum Power with Ram Air‡    118.4 kW {161 PS} @ 8,800 rpm

When is there not "Ram Air"?

When the bike is sitting on a dyno....
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: JeffM on September 13, 2012, 08:52:28 AM
When the bike is sitting on a dyno....

Naw, Kawasaki has a mod for this.

(http://www.picturesof.net/_images_300/Hand_Holding_A_Green_Hair_Dryer_Royalty_Free_Clipart_Picture_090125-203164-656048.jpg)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: MrPepsi on September 13, 2012, 09:44:30 AM
That grey still looks black, and is that a Canadian color only?
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on September 13, 2012, 09:54:46 AM
Sure hope so. The color guy for the Connie can't be the same guy that picks colors for the ZX14.
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: ZG on September 13, 2012, 09:55:48 AM
Has anyone seen this yet?  8)

http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/SUPERSPORT/1512/Concours-14 (http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/SUPERSPORT/1512/Concours-14)

Metallic Spark Black
ZG1400CDF

Pearl Meteor Gray
ZG1400CDF

=LJ=

(http://i1091.photobucket.com/albums/i382/Laserjock/2013CanadianC14.jpg)

 
Sweet, dark black and light black, can't go wrong with that!  ;) 8)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: freebird6 on September 13, 2012, 09:57:02 AM
The black or a slightly lighter black thing seems pretty spot on. I don't understand the reasoning for this. I like black too,but an option to it would have been nice.

I really had hoped they would bring the british Racing green they have I saw in UK over here...you can call it Hunter Green but it is the prettiest ( and most manly ) color of Concours I have ever seen.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: freebird6 on September 13, 2012, 09:59:12 AM
Closing this one until some real information comes out.  Start a new thread on the BMWs.  I'll re-open it after the announcement.  Also, logic sometimes doesn't work with me.  I could never be a Vulcan.  Ask my wife.

So

You could never be a Vulcan....but you sure as hell could be a Mean Streak. Kawasakically speaking of course.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Mister Tee on September 13, 2012, 10:16:27 AM
I really had hoped they would bring the british Racing green they have I saw in UK over here...you can call it Hunter Green but it is the prettiest ( and most manly ) color of Concours I have ever seen.

Agreed.  I love that color.  I don't understand why it wasn't offered here.  I bought the 2010 instead of waiting for the 2011 just because I didn't like the color choices of the 2011 and I still like the blue 2010 very much.

I think blue is actually the fastest color myself though.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on September 13, 2012, 10:22:53 AM
+1 for that green, or moondust. I'd love either.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Rhino on September 13, 2012, 10:39:20 AM
I think blue is actually the fastest color myself though.

 :thumbs:
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: 556ALPHA on September 13, 2012, 01:03:30 PM
This from the other site.  I actually like it more than I thought I would.

(http://img823.imageshack.us/img823/4715/2013gtr.jpg)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: gPink on September 13, 2012, 01:11:34 PM
Still got the bazooka and stones.   :(
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: MrPepsi on September 13, 2012, 02:02:03 PM
Looks like it will match my SO's Arai helmet color perfectly.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: JeffM on September 13, 2012, 02:12:43 PM
Hmm, it does look better there. I'd like to see it in bright sunshine.
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: maxtog on September 13, 2012, 03:10:13 PM
When is there not "Ram Air"?

Well, for one, when on a dyno...
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: maxtog on September 13, 2012, 03:10:57 PM
That grey still looks black, and is that a Canadian color only?

Exactly.  Seems kinda stupid.  Black and almost black.

This from the other site.  I actually like it more than I thought I would.

That photo looks even stranger.  Like there is a dark, dark grey on the bottom fairing and a medium  grey on the top fairing???  Perhaps it is just the lighting.
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: Rhino on September 13, 2012, 03:27:29 PM
Well, for one, when on a dyno...

Is that what they're talking about? On a dyno you will get one result but in actuality at 75mph you get 5 hp more?
Title: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: twowheeladdict on September 13, 2012, 03:31:52 PM
Can you say Blue?

http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/product-details-features.aspx?autoplay=false&id=721&scid=25 (http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/product-details-features.aspx?autoplay=false&id=721&scid=25)

Happy I took the deal on the 2012.
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: Gumby on September 13, 2012, 03:39:48 PM
I like the blue. Glad they brought it back.
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: vortex2 on September 13, 2012, 03:50:17 PM
No cruise control. :(
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: OregonLAN on September 13, 2012, 03:51:07 PM
I see nothing different other than the color and MSRP.
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: twowheeladdict on September 13, 2012, 04:09:45 PM
I like the blue. Glad they brought it back.

Different color blue.  Several of the bikes in the Kawasaki lineup are sporting blue for 2013.
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: JMills on September 13, 2012, 04:30:19 PM
Blue is still fast.  Glad to see that the 2010 is still unique.
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: pasini510 on September 13, 2012, 04:38:16 PM
Standard criuse control
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Son of Pappy on September 13, 2012, 04:56:47 PM
Yawn.  Black and blue.
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: MetrickMetal on September 13, 2012, 05:22:55 PM
I wonder why this one is listed on their website.

http://www.gizmag.com/kawasaki-z800/24076/ (http://www.gizmag.com/kawasaki-z800/24076/)
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: ZG on September 13, 2012, 05:25:27 PM
http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/product-details-features.aspx?autoplay=false&id=721&scid=25 (http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/product-details-features.aspx?autoplay=false&id=721&scid=25)

$16.2 MSRP...  :o
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: maxtog on September 13, 2012, 05:36:35 PM
Standard criuse control

Nope
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: maxtog on September 13, 2012, 05:39:08 PM
Is that what they're talking about? On a dyno you will get one result but in actuality at 75mph you get 5 hp more?

Yes.  There is a LOT of air pressure at speed, and the pressure is used as a kind of weak "supercharging" which gets more air into the engine and improves performance a little.  The air intake is specifically designed to achieve this.
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: wildnphx on September 13, 2012, 06:00:42 PM
I see nothing different other than the color and MSRP.

Yep that's what I saw...  Would have been nice to see cruise or something else to make me want to trade in my 08 but I guess not.

Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Rasmith on September 13, 2012, 06:28:53 PM
The colors are boring..White/flat black wouldve been cool
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: OregonLAN on September 13, 2012, 07:25:19 PM
I will make my prediction now...

2014 - Black and Red $17,290 MSRP
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: twowheeladdict on September 13, 2012, 08:27:01 PM
I wonder why this one is listed on their website.

http://www.gizmag.com/kawasaki-z800/24076/ (http://www.gizmag.com/kawasaki-z800/24076/)

Because that's a european model?

They get some bikes over there that I would buy if it were here.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: ZG on September 13, 2012, 08:48:34 PM
I will make my prediction now...

2014 - Black and Red $17,290 MSRP

Yep, and black rear swing arm...  ;)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Slideways on September 13, 2012, 11:33:54 PM
I'm with Wildnphx, was hoping to see enough changes to tempt me but, sigh, not enough to coax me off my '08. Maybe next year.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Jay on September 14, 2012, 12:33:23 AM
Black & Blue at 16-2
http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Product-Specifications.aspx?scid=25&id=721 (http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Product-Specifications.aspx?scid=25&id=721)

"Color Choices:   Metallic Spark Black, Metallic Nocturne Blue"
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: CRocker on September 14, 2012, 08:04:39 AM
Yawn.....
Title: Re: 2013 C14 on Canadian Kawi Site
Post by: Mister Tee on September 14, 2012, 08:41:30 AM
When the bike is sitting on a dyno....


Well, for one, when on a dyno...

Stated another way.....
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: stevewfl on September 14, 2012, 08:43:17 AM
Blue is still fast.  Glad to see that the 2010 is still unique.

Me too. The chix dig the '10 blue (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/avatars/dblthumb2.gif)
Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: Gumby on September 14, 2012, 10:33:54 AM
Me too. The chix dig the '10 blue (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/avatars/dblthumb2.gif)

Do you do a lot of lifting in the garage?  :)

Blue

The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Blue can also be cold and depressing. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty. People are more productive in blue rooms. Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms.



Title: Re: The US 2013s are on Kawasaki.com
Post by: Cuda on September 14, 2012, 08:55:39 PM

The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Blue can also be cold and depressing. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty. People are more productive in blue rooms. Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms.
[/quote]


I'm ready ... everyone lets sing KUMBAYA   ;)
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: schrader on September 15, 2012, 04:45:32 AM
The Canadian website shows a pearl meteor gray, looks sweet, much nicer than the blue.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Rasmith on September 15, 2012, 08:16:16 PM
The Canadian website shows a pearl meteor gray, looks sweet, much nicer than the blue.

Thats just wrong
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: stevewfl on September 16, 2012, 09:30:28 PM
Yeah the chicks dig blue over gray. Personally the performance of ikes all that matters to me  ;D
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Cheesecake on September 16, 2012, 09:48:10 PM
The colors are boring..White/flat black wouldve been cool
^+1
That would be super. Probably will be available in 2025!
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: Bourne2Ride on September 17, 2012, 02:51:30 PM
Under Optional Accessories they list:
• Engine guards, a large top case, tank bag, GPS bracket, a low seat and side spoilers – and much more – are on the list of authorized Kawasaki Accessories, available through your local Kawasaki dealer.

Engine Guards? My dealer had no idea about anything accept the GPS bracket. WTH are low seat and side spoilers? Sounds like the options list for a '74 Coupe De Ville.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: twowheeladdict on September 17, 2012, 05:01:57 PM
Under Optional Accessories they list:
• Engine guards, a large top case, tank bag, GPS bracket, a low seat and side spoilers – and much more – are on the list of authorized Kawasaki Accessories, available through your local Kawasaki dealer.

Engine Guards? My dealer had no idea about anything accept the GPS bracket. WTH are low seat and side spoilers? Sounds like the options list for a '74 Coupe De Ville.

I guess your dealer didn't look at his copy of the Kawasaki accessory booklet.  You can download a digital version from Kawasaki's website.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: rocknrod on January 15, 2014, 08:37:34 PM
I saw Peal Meteor Gray for sale here in the states.
But I like blue, so I'm still gunnin for a 2013 Blue Concours 14.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: rcannon409 on January 17, 2014, 07:06:45 AM
Its sadwhen  2102 thread announcing the 2013 Kawasaki's actually does a decent job of covering the changes two years later...Man, motorcycles must not be selling.
Title: Re: 2013 Kawasaki models being announced on Sept. 13th.
Post by: stevewfl on January 28, 2014, 10:20:34 PM
Its sadwhen  2102 thread announcing the 2013 Kawasaki's actually does a decent job of covering the changes two years later...Man, motorcycles must not be selling.

No R&D from the Japs, no new updates. Blah.  Eevry year the euro companies take a little bit more market share.  The sheeple are sleeping.

BUT, my Jap bike does a great job of hauling parts for my euro bike  ;D

(http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/KTM/IMG_20140128_105226173_HDR.jpg)