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15- Kawasaki Concours 1000 Reviews

  • Full review by
    Guest.
    on 30th Dec 2008


    User Rating : 10
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    Bad Points: The stock seat was not too comfortable, so it was replaced with a Corbin seat. The riding position was uncomfortable for me, being 6'1". The adjustments I made took care of that problem. The quick response has an exciting effect on one, and can lead to over riding ones' ability.

    General comments: The good points are too many to mention. The bike has an instant power boost as you twist the throttle. It handles just great in the turns and responds to your every move. I have gotten as much as 48 mpg on a trip and it runs on regular fuel. It was easy to obtain and install after market equipment, such as windshields & foot peg extensions, along with handle bar extensions. Most people like the idea of my modest investment in the basic bike. This bike has been much better than I ever expected. The touring range is extremely good. I have traveled thru Canada and other parts of the USA, and have never tired of its ride and pleasure derived from the long days of touring.
    Guest's review and ratings     | 176 words

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    Guest.
    expert review Expert Review
    on 15th Sep 2008


    User Rating : 9
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    The Connie is a bike you can work on. It is a workingman's bike, low cost for what you get, and you can make adjustments as it is not digitized. There are tons of after-market items and helpful Connie riders that will give you help for any possible question you may have with your pre-2008 (Connie14) Connie. This bike is probably not the best bike to use as a learner because of the top heavy nature and raw power combination. I hear that the plastic fairings get damaged pretty badly from a simple ...
    Guest's full review     | 416 words

  • Review by
    Guest.
    on 4th Jul 2008


    User Rating : 9
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    Good value for the money. Solid comfortable ride with descent handling and power. Good gas mileage. Relable with very little maintanance required.
    Guest's full review     | 44 words

  • Review by
    DWilson
    on 3rd Apr 2008


    User Rating : 9
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    I have currently owned 4 Connie's an 86, 87, and 2, 01's. All have been extremely dependable, no problem's other than a leaky water pump on the 87, easy $100 fix. I put about 50,000 miles on the 86 and 87 before selling to close friends. Put 20,000 miles on 2nd and sold to a friend, bought it back about 2 1/2 years later. Still riding it. Was going to buy a new 1400 Concours but they made them too tall. Guess I'll just keep riding old blue as long as possible.
    DWilson's full review     | 94 words

  • Review by
    Guest.
    on 22nd Mar 2008


    User Rating : 9
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    I was able to purchase last of model year bike in 2001. I have put over 20K miles on the bike and am currently looking to replace the tires again. This will be the 2nd replacement set of tires-really good mileage.
    Guest's full review     | 46 words

  • Review by
    adycrane Rank: Corporal
    on 21st Feb 2008


    User Rating : 9
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    I bought a 1994 model in black with the red pinstripe. Cases were very handy. nice little pockets in fairing for tolls etc too. Shaft drive was superb and the engine was lovely. Paid 1k for her and then toured Holland and Belgium. She didn't miss a beat. carried my mate on the back when his norton commando broke down. this made no difference at all to the ride - incredible. she did not miss a beat throughout the tour and when it rained I just sat there and laughed. tremendous big fairing. what a ...
    adycrane's full review     | 118 words

  • Review by
    mnsteve
    on 25th Sep 2006


    User Rating : 9
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    I would recommend this Kawasaki Concours 1000 bike to anyone watching their pocketbook, but yet wants to do many things. I take it to work (added a GIVI), short trips with the better half, etc. and longer trips when time permits. It's fun to ride, lots of add-ons available. Great owners group "COG". Also a very reasonable price. Very flexible.
    mnsteve's full review     | 74 words

  • Review by
    hippo3000
    on 15th Apr 2006


    User Rating : 10
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    I just bought this Kawasaki Concours 1000 05. Ugly bronze. I love it...I have owned several bikes before but this is the best. It is smooth and powerful but not jumpy. Heavy and good on the highway. I think the bike is a bit on the ugly side, could use some styling. I am happy to be on a Kawi again. I tried Bmw's, Triumphs, and a Honda....I can't get used to them.
    hippo3000's full review     | 92 words

  • Review by
    lrtuckeriii
    on 14th Apr 2006


    User Rating : 9
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    I've wanted a bike since way back in the 70's. I recently purchased a new Kawasaki Concours 1000 05', and am glad that I did. I am sorry that I hadn't bought it sooner. I'm pleased with the bike and I just want to ride, ride ride and ride. This is a great bike
    lrtuckeriii's full review     | 110 words

  • Review by
    gthomas15229 Rank: Lance Corporal
    on 14th Mar 2006


    User Rating : 10
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    This an awesome machine. This is the first sport bike for me. I am glad Kawasaki decided to make a 2006 Concours model. The roll on power in 6th gear is fantastic, 15 miles/hour for every 1000 rpm.
    gthomas15229's full review     | 55 words

  • Review by
    Coach
    on 8th Dec 2005


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : 0

    I purchased the Kawasaki Concours 1000 new in Feb 1996 and watched them take it out of the crate and assemble it. The only problem I ever had was with the electrical system, and it was repaired under warranty. I always used Dunlop touring tires and averaged 27K on the front and 35K on the back. Unfortunately, the bike was totaled 2 weeks ago when a young man ran a stop sign and hit me on the left rear saddle bag. That bag sheared off, but the right one stayed on and kept the bike off of me. I in ...
    Coach's full review     | 133 words

  • Review by
    dillitype2
    on 26th Nov 2005


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : +1

    I'm a long time rider of many brands and styles. The Kawasaki Concours 1000 is a very good bike! Mine is smooth as silk, fast, high-speed agile, very comfy for wind protection and no monkey-butt. The roll on power to pass long lines of traffic is awesome. My big-twin can't compare. I looked at FJR's and BMW and ST's. Great bikes! In many aspects newer with techno-whizbang! But, the connie still has it right. Comfort, power, wind protection, a motor that is ...
    dillitype2's full review     | 125 words

  • Review by
    hambikenut Rank: Corporal
    on 25th Oct 2005


    User Rating : 8
    Respect : 0

    After owning the old '86 Kawasaki Concours for over a year, I am still sticking with most of my previous review. It now has 47,000 miles on it, and is presently in the shop getting new plugs and wires. The compression was tested and two cylinders were found to be 30psi below the other two. I'll drive it until it croaks then I'll find a newer one. I've added handlebar risers and a Givi trunk, adding to the comfort, and I may add a better windscreen. There's still nothing like it anywhere near ...
    hambikenut's full review     | 152 words

  • Review by
    concoursguy
    on 13th Apr 2005


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : 0

    I have owned this Kawasaki Concours 1000 motorcycle for 2 years, having purchased it from my brother, who bought a new '04 Concours. After a 3000 mile trip over 7 days, I am still pleased with the bike except for the buzziness.
    concoursguy's full review     | 79 words

  • Review by
    hambikenut Rank: Corporal
    on 23rd Sep 2004


    User Rating : 9
    Respect : -1

    The Kawasaki Concours 1000 motorcycle was last updated in 1994 which means to me that it needed little modification to keep up with the market. It could come out of the factory with a better windshield, higher bars, and lower pegs, however. Kawasaki does not offer a factory trunk to match the saddlebags but Givi offers many models that work well. Its competitors, the BMW 1200RT, and the Honda 1100ST are almost double the cost and require the same modifications to be comfortable for long hauls ...
    hambikenut's full review     | 285 words | 3 comments added.


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