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The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => Accessories and modifications - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: PH14 on May 29, 2015, 11:21:35 AM
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I am living temporarily in Branson, Missouri and the C14 is sitting outside. I wanted a cover for it and decided on the Kawasaki cover. I thought I would patronize Ron Ayers and put in my order on May 21. I received confirmation and an estimated arrival date of May 29. On May 28 I received an order update saying the order was cancelled, the cover was discontinued. The fact the cover was discontinued isn't the fault of the dealer, but they should have removed the item from their website.
I had seen the cover listed on Amazon but had decided to order from Ayers. I went back to Amazon after having the order canceled and they showed they still had one cover left in stock. The company offering the cover is Louis Powersports. I placed my order on the 28th and received confirmation, then less than two hours later I received a notice saying the cover was shipped. The cover is estimated to be here Monday June 8.
I was disappointed that Ayers took so long to notify me the cover was not available, but am happy I found one. I wanted the stock cover, but would have gone with a Nelson Rigg cover had a Kawasaki cover not been available.
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What you describe is a very common problem these days, and it is very annoying. It would seem to be easy to deny an order if the on-hand quantity is zero.
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I am living temporarily in Branson, Missouri and the C14 is sitting outside. I wanted a cover for it and decided on the Kawasaki cover. I thought I would patronize Ron Ayers and put in my order on May 21. I received confirmation and an estimated arrival date of May 29. On May 28 I received an order update saying the order was cancelled, the cover was discontinued. The fact the cover was discontinued isn't the fault of the dealer, but they should have removed the item from their website.
I had seen the cover listed on Amazon but had decided to order from Ayers. I went back to Amazon after having the order canceled and they showed they still had one cover left in stock. The company offering the cover is Louis Powersports. I placed my order on the 28th and received confirmation, then less than two hours later I received a notice saying the cover was shipped. The cover is estimated to be here Monday June 8.
I was disappointed that Ayers took so long to notify me the cover was not available, but am happy I found one. I wanted the stock cover, but would have gone with a Nelson Rigg cover had a Kawasaki cover not been available.
Man-o-man. You are slipping sir! All the above without one funny comment? Are you sure that Branson is the place to be? ;)
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Man-o-man. You are slipping sir! All the above without one funny comment? Are you sure that Branson is the place to be? ;)
:rotflmao:
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Man-o-man. You are slipping sir! All the above without one funny comment? Are you sure that Branson is the place to be? ;)
As much as I like dummies, Branson is not the place for me.
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As much as I like dummies, Branson is not the place for me.
I'm actually enjoying it so far. For me it has been good. I can finally ride the motorcycle to the show since I can leave things on the boat. I rode to a show two time in my 30 year career up until now. This is great for a change. My wife and I hope to get out and explore on the bike. We will probably ride into Arkansas and around. I should have time to ride to see my family in Iowa on a day off as well. They are only about 3 hours and 40 minutes away.
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Where does your buddy sit?
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I'm actually enjoying it so far. For me it has been good. I can finally ride the motorcycle to the show since I can leave things on the boat. I rode to a show two time in my 30 year career up until now. This is great for a change. My wife and I hope to get out and explore on the bike. We will probably ride into Arkansas and around. I should have time to ride to see my family in Iowa on a day off as well. They are only about 3 hours and 40 minutes away.
On a boat doing shows in Branson are ye?
"Plus, laugh-out-loud with our NEW funny man and world-traveled ventriloquist PH14" :)
Hey, can I get some discounted tickets? ;)
BTW, we just watched a couple of your youtube vids. You're a funny guy and your dummies have pretty darn good singing voices! :thumbs:
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Weekend roadtrip, C? Think we can crash at his place?
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Weekend roadtrip, C? Think we can crash at his place?
I'm sure that his wife wouldn't mind eh?
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I'll be sure to wipe my boots.
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Where does your buddy sit?
He was strapped on the back inside a trunk the other day. He once was inside a Pelican case and flew off at about 45mph onto the road. Thankfully the Pelican case protected him.
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On a boat doing shows in Branson are ye?
"Plus, laugh-out-loud with our NEW funny man and world-traveled ventriloquist PH14" :)
Hey, can I get some discounted tickets? ;)
BTW, we just watched a couple of your youtube vids. You're a funny guy and your dummies have pretty darn good singing voices! :thumbs:
Thanks! Yep, that would be me. Let me know when you are coming and I might actually be able to arrange a discount. No promises, but possible.
Weekend roadtrip, C? Think we can crash at his place?
I'll have to ask the wife. I live on a golf course so maybe you can pitch a tent on the fairway. I'm sure they won't mind, but you may have to duck when you get out of the tent.
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He was strapped on the back inside a trunk the other day. He once was inside a Pelican case and flew off at about 45mph onto the road. Thankfully the Pelican case protected him.
Wow! So what does your wife think about riding in a trunk strapped to the seat? Pelican case, aren't they supposed to fly?
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You tube video link?
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Wow! So what does your wife think about riding in a trunk strapped to the seat? Pelican case, aren't they supposed to fly?
I'm not sure what she thinks, I can't hear her in the case.
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I'm not sure what she thinks, I can't hear her in the case.
Nice!
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Nice!
:finger_fing11:
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Well, the tracking for my order said I would receive the cover on June 8. I just got a package at the door and it is the cover, on June 1. Very nice. I ordered it May 28. Fantastic service!
The cover looks very nice. It is the OEM Kawasaki cover. The back has a zipper to allow it to fit with a top box. The back part expands when unzipped.
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I'm not sure what she thinks, I can't hear her in the case.
Well played! :rotflmao:
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Well played! :rotflmao:
Thanks, I'll be here all week. :banana
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Thanks, I'll be here all week. :banana
Or at least till your wife finds out what you posted. Then she'll want a comm unit installed in the Pelican case. :)
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Or at least till your wife finds out what you posted. Then she'll want a comm unit installed in the Pelican case. :)
:yikes: :rotflmao:
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The back has a zipper to allow it to fit with a top box. The back part expands when unzipped.
May I ask you if there's a similar zippered compartment for the side bags? I rarely use the bags, so my bike sits in my garage without them most of the time. And hate how covers sized for bags look without them, all over the floor. BMW OEM covers have 3 zippered compartments: for the sidebags, and the trunk. With such a high price, hope the Kawi cover is the same. If not, will probably buy either a Nelson Rigg or Dowco Guardian, but need to research which fits better, and part number. Only want it to prevent dust inside the garage (which is very little), so the lighter the better. But want it to fit right. That's why I almost always buy the OEM covers when available, but they're usually much heavier and sturdier for my needs... but fit right ;D. Thanks man.
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May I ask you if there's a similar zippered compartment for the side bags? I rarely use the bags, so my bike sits in my garage without them most of the time. And hate how covers sized for bags look without them, all over the floor. BMW OEM covers have 3 zippered compartments: for the sidebags, and the trunk. With such a high price, hope the Kawi cover is the same. If not, will probably buy either a Nelson Rigg or Dowco Guardian, but need to research which fits better, and part number. Only want it to prevent dust inside the garage (which is very little), so the lighter the better. But want it to fit right. That's why I almost always buy the OEM covers when available, but they're usually much heavier and sturdier for my needs... but fit right ;D. Thanks man.
It doesn't have zippers on the side for the bags. I will say this is a very nice cover. If you decide on one, get it quick, it seems they are discontinued. It is definitely heavier and sturdier than many covers.
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It doesn't have zippers on the side for the bags. I will say this is a very nice cover. If you decide on one, get it quick, it seems they are discontinued. It is definitely heavier and sturdier than many covers.
is this a large cover for packing when traveling ?? Does this really have the huge white writing on the side ?? would prefer it not to.
wouldn't mind something for trips, not sure if this would be the ticket or something else. not a huge fan of the super loose flapping in the wind covers though.
thanks much!!
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is this a large cover for packing when traveling ?? Does this really have the huge white writing on the side ?? would prefer it not to.
wouldn't mind something for trips, not sure if this would be the ticket or something else. not a huge fan of the super loose flapping in the wind covers though.
thanks much!!
This cover is quite big. I'm not sure I would bring it on trips, then again, I never worry about covering my bike during trips. It can be folded and stuffed into its pouch, but I have yet to put it back into the pouch. they had it packed very nicely, I doubt it will be so easy to repack into its pouch. It will take up some space in your bag.
It does have the large white lettering on its side. I wasn't crazy about it either, but it grew on me. It looks nice.
I have never covered my bike until now. I am only covering it since it now sits outside in a parking lot under trees. I never saw the need to do so on a trip. I have a Corbin on it right now, so I did cover the seat of it looked like rain was coming when I parked it though. I have Corbin's seat covers. For travel, if I didn't want to use their seat cover, I would get something like a Geeza cover. I have one for sport bikes. I have had it since 1994 or 1995 and it is still in great shape, it is like new. They are expensive though.
The cover fits very well and works for its intended purpose. I am sure there are others that would pack smaller though.
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:thumbs: thanks
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I am living temporarily in Branson, Missouri and the C14 is sitting outside. I wanted a cover for it and decided on the Kawasaki cover. I thought I would patronize Ron Ayers and put in my order on May 21. I received confirmation and an estimated arrival date of May 29. On May 28 I received an order update saying the order was cancelled, the cover was discontinued. The fact the cover was discontinued isn't the fault of the dealer, but they should have removed the item from their website.
I had seen the cover listed on Amazon but had decided to order from Ayers. I went back to Amazon after having the order canceled and they showed they still had one cover left in stock. The company offering the cover is Louis Powersports. I placed my order on the 28th and received confirmation, then less than two hours later I received a notice saying the cover was shipped. The cover is estimated to be here Monday June 8.
Nelson rigg from my ultra classic fits perfect. the side straps reach right down around the front pegs,the front velcro staps secure under the forks covers everything minus front fender.
I was disappointed that Ayers took so long to notify me the cover was not available, but am happy I found one. I wanted the stock cover, but would have gone with a Nelson Rigg cover had a Kawasaki cover not been available.
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:thumbs: thanks My Nelson Rigg cover fits my connie perfect side loops run down to driver pegs, rear goes down and around the rear bags completely. The front is 2 velcro straps that go behind the front forks,I believe this is the half cover for the Harley Ultra Classic, fits my Concours 2014 perfectly. The fabric seems none abrasive,a little softer,anyhow this is my cover. Bag it goes in is a 1' long and about 8'' in diameter and might be smaller if you took time to make it that way. Didnt pay a whole lot for it either! ;)