Hello to all. Bought my first C14 about three weeks ago. 2009, Diamond Candy Red. Previous owner had toured all 50 US states plus all 10 Canadian provinces and was now leaving for an assignment in Europe. (You can check out his blog, and see the bike, at
https://couchsurfamerica.wordpress.com.)
I bought this bike to cover off two needs: My wife and I previously moved about on an '04 Kawasaki Nomad, which I find cumbersome. But when I ride solo (the majority of the time), I still like a sportier bike, so I have a Kawasaki '04 ZZR 1200 for my solo days. The more forward riding position of the ZZR was wreaking havoc on my neck / shoulders. But man, that bike is sweet!
So here was the deal: buy a 1400 Concours to do dual duty, and sell the other 2. (And yes, they are both currently for sale... end of shameless plug.)
Intended alterations/modifications/additions for this bike include:
1 GIVI top case, backrest and light package (done)
2 2" handlebar risers (done)
3 Floorboard modification for passenger (done) (my wife hates pegs, and the Nomad spoiled her)
4 Laam custom seat work (in process) (Came with a Sargent seat ... terribly uncomfortable.)
5 MC Enterprises Canyon cages (on order)
6 Highway pegs for rider (on order)
7 MC Enterprises bag protectors (on order)
8 MRE X-creen deflector (my wife says the buffeting on the back is VIOLENT)
9 RAM mount / GPS install (done)
Would love to hear any suggestions from the group on other mods or additions I should consider, based on the combined experiences you all have.
Later
Rick