Kawasaki Concours Forum
The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => Accessories and modifications - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: Bryn on February 21, 2013, 07:48:40 AM
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Anyone fitted a pair of the OEM fairing protectors?
Was wondering if they do as good a job as the ones from Top Block...mine's an '09 and Idon't think Top Block do them ( tried emailing and got no reply.. Great customer services)
Seen pics of the Top Block ones with the bike on its side and the panniers are still off the ground.. I'd like to know if £375 in the Uk spent on the Kawasaki ones would be worth it I'm thinking of protecting what's there if the bike over balances etc..
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You may also want to check out murphskits.com as he is now selling the ones from Top Block.
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Murphs kits stating on their sites 2010 onwards at the moment...they are hoping to do 2008/9 sometime soon ;)
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We don't get OEM on this side of the puddle.
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We don't get OEM on this side of the puddle.
Kawasaki genuine parts...
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They didn't come out with that accessory in the US for the 1st gen bikes. Don't know about the 2nd gens. Sore point with me. Asleep at the wheel, they were and still are.
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Anyone fitted a pair of the OEM fairing protectors?
Was wondering if they do as good a job as the ones from Top Block...mine's an '09 and Idon't think Top Block do them ( tried emailing and got no reply.. Great customer services)
Seen pics of the Top Block ones with the bike on its side and the panniers are still off the ground.. I'd like to know if £375 in the Uk spent on the Kawasaki ones would be worth it I'm thinking of protecting what's there if the bike over balances etc..
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The Kawi ones for the 1st gens "are" the Top Block ones, they are just Kawi badged.
http://www.cornwallkawasaki.co.uk/shop/shop.php?cmd=listproducts&cat=754&id=1262&pageOffset=1 (http://www.cornwallkawasaki.co.uk/shop/shop.php?cmd=listproducts&cat=754&id=1262&pageOffset=1)
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I've been searching all afternoon and now going with a set of these... Available in the U.S from twistedthrottle...
http://pdq1.com/part.php?PartID=2469&MakeID=16&ModelID=122&YearID=5967&Year= (http://pdq1.com/part.php?PartID=2469&MakeID=16&ModelID=122&YearID=5967&Year=)
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They didn't come out with that accessory in the US for the 1st gen bikes. Don't know about the 2nd gens. Sore point with me. Asleep at the wheel, they were and still are.
I hear you there. I had to order some parts from a UK dealer for my Versys. Called Kawasaki US and they said they weren't doing those accessories in the US. WTF?
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Bryn, have you looked at the Canyon Cages from MC Enterprises?
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Bryn, have you looked at the Canyon Cages from MC Enterprises?
Yes, did look at them... the 09 ones didn't seem as nice as the 2010 onwards ones... I hope the ones I've now ordered as above will do the job if the bike should fall over or be lowered through necessity :o
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Bryn, have you looked at the Canyon Cages from MC Enterprises?
These would offer you better protection than the sliders. Unfortunately I know as it didn't protect my lower fairing in a tip over, minor scratches. Would hate to see how much damage would be done with a little forward momentum. :(
http://www.mcenterprisesusa.com/products/search/dsp_searchForm.cfm (http://www.mcenterprisesusa.com/products/search/dsp_searchForm.cfm)
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Yes, did look at them... the 09 ones didn't seem as nice as the 2010 onwards ones... I hope the ones I've now ordered as above will do the job if the bike should fall over or be lowered through necessity :o
I felt the same way for my 08. Got the small rear bag bars and will wait til Murph stocks the Top Block.
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Ordered the GSG sliders now.. So will stick with them... Hoping I never need to try them ;D
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I also like the first gen Kawi badged Top Block ones because of the squared silver portion vice the rounded tube style ones Murphs is selling.
But you have to use the ones for year bike, so I'd have to go use the 2nd gen ones for my 2011.
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I've been searching all afternoon and now going with a set of these (GSG)... Available in the U.S from twistedthrottle
You might want to reconsider.... we have a fair amount of evidence they do not provide all that much protection. And they do nothing for the bags. My recommendation would be the McE Canyon Cages front with their bag guards for rear...
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My recommendation would be the McE Canyon Cages front with their bag guards for rear...
Thats what I'm going to order but Ryan said they wont have any ready to ship for 2 to 3 weeks because they're in the process of moving.
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I just wanted to pop my head in and thank those of you who recommended products from MCE! To the OP: Whatever you decide to do, I hope it works out for you. However, if you have any questions regarding our accessories, don't hesitate to ask here or send me a PM!
Thats what I'm going to order but Ryan said they wont have any ready to ship for 2 to 3 weeks because they're in the process of moving.
That's correct. We just got into our new facility and are still getting things set up. The Canyon Cages have been so popular that it's been tough keeping them in stock while we made the move because production has been halted for nearly two weeks while we moved all of our machinery. However, we should have more ready to go in about two weeks.
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Ryan, in todays economy it's good to hear your business is doing well. Keep up the good work.
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You might want to reconsider.... we have a fair amount of evidence they do not provide all that much protection. And they do nothing for the bags. My recommendation would be the McE Canyon Cages front with their bag guards for rear...
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I just wanted to pop my head in and thank those of you who recommended products from MCE! To the OP: Whatever you decide to do, I hope it works out for you. However, if you have any questions regarding our accessories, don't hesitate to ask here or send me a PM!
That's correct. We just got into our new facility and are still getting things set up. The Canyon Cages have been so popular that it's been tough keeping them in stock while we made the move because production has been halted for nearly two weeks while we moved all of our machinery. However, we should have more ready to go in about two weeks.
Ryan, in todays economy it's good to hear your business is doing well. Keep up the good work.
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I'm still hoping some of the more business minded folk here get a set of Top Block and copies them at a fair price. 500 USD/EUR/whatever is just too much. It's fair for a prototype part, but not for a commercial product, specially if 20 or 30 people are waiting for it >:(
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Just an update reference Top block... emailed them twice now, using their online enquiry form and also a seperate email... nothing... zilch.....
Amazes me that these companies want business but cannot be arsed to answer emails >:(
I've put an order in for the GSG sliders, I appreciate they won't be as good as canyon cages in protecting the bike, but there is nothing this side of the pond comparable, and factor in the shipping, tax and customs and they add up to too much money
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I'm still hoping some of the more business minded folk here get a set of Top Block and copies them at a fair price. 500 USD/EUR/whatever is just too much. It's fair for a prototype part, but not for a commercial product, specially if 20 or 30 people are waiting for it >:(
Try murphskits.com. They sell the Top Block for 10+ for 575 delivered....much better than getting them from France.
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Ok.... just rang and cancelled the order for the GSG items.....
Having read some more they just aren't going to do what I wanted them to..... I'm still thinking I'd like a set of top block sliders.....
Am I correct in thinking that they are identical to the Kawasaki accessory ones ?
Murphs kits are not stocking the kit for my 2009 at the moment
Someone point me in the right direction to get some here in the UK :o
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http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/shop/1400GTRGrandTourer (http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/shop/1400GTRGrandTourer)
http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Accessory/Details/34047629662?model=1400GTR (http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Accessory/Details/34047629662?model=1400GTR)
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http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/shop/1400GTRGrandTourer (http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/shop/1400GTRGrandTourer)
http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Accessory/Details/34047629662?model=1400GTR (http://www.kawasaki.co.uk/Accessory/Details/34047629662?model=1400GTR)
Thanks for that... I know I can get a set from Kawasaki for £375 here in the UK
I was trying to find out if going to top block would make it cheaper... I think I'll end up down the local Kawasaki dealership ;)
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Thanks for that... I know I can get a set from Kawasaki for £375 here in the UK
I was trying to find out if going to top block would make it cheaper... I think I'll end up down the local Kawasaki dealership ;)
Check this tread. http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=314.msg2550#msg2550 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=314.msg2550#msg2550)
ZG ordered Top Blocks and shared his experience with us.
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Check this tread. http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=314.msg2550#msg2550 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=314.msg2550#msg2550)
ZG ordered Top Blocks and shared his experience with us.
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Yep.. spotted that thread 8)
I've now emailed Top Block a total of 4 times , and still living in hope of a reply.... :o
If they're the same kit as the Genuine Kawasaki accessory then I think I'll end up with Kawasaki kit
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Yep.. spotted that thread 8)
I've now emailed Top Block a total of 4 times , and still living in hope of a reply.... :o
If they're the same kit as the Genuine Kawasaki accessory then I think I'll end up with Kawasaki kit
They are the same, I already told you that bro... :nuts:
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They are the same, I already told you that bro... :nuts:
It's my age. :P
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It's my age. :P
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I've put an order in for the GSG sliders, I appreciate they won't be as good as canyon cages in protecting the bike,
It is not that they are "not as good", but "far far worse". Perhaps better than nothing, but not by a whole lot.
but there is nothing this side of the pond comparable, and factor in the shipping, tax and customs and they add up to too much money
I think it is throwing money away otherwise. If you want protection, you either have to get the Top Blocks or the Canyons (or perhaps both- Top Blocks for front and McEnterprises small rears for additional bag protection). Either way you will be paying shipping and customs.
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Ok.... just rang and cancelled the order for the GSG items.....
Having read some more they just aren't going to do what I wanted them to..... I'm still thinking I'd like a set of top block sliders.....
Oops, I guess I should have read further before posting. Anyway, good!
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