Topic: 2001 ZRX1200R is my *baby* CB550FB is my *daydream*

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

Hey Man,
I recently became a ZRX owner and ran across this thread.
So I'm wondering how you like the fitment of that seat Cowl?

 Mine...

Love the harder to find blue one (with the Muzzy exhaust).

I recently helped a friend buy a 2002 ZRX, and I got to ride it through some twisties. I was impressed at how well balanced it was and how easy it turned.  Great big bike torque that handled like a lighter bike. 

[Stev-o]

Love the blue

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

Love the blue

One of these days. . . .

They are becoming more and more collectible.  Big ZRX subculture in Japan.

[Godffery]

I lucked out finding this blue one locally, So far I've been very happy with the performance & handling.  Just need to get use to the weight, most of what I ride has been in the 400lb's range and this suck'a is tipping the scales around 500.

 I do like the Muzzy but first thing I did was trim about 5" of the length.  (I know, I CUT a MUZZY!)

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

That bike was trick back in the day, and it still holds up.  The person who I helped buy the 2002 ZRX was able to keep up with my Thruxton 1200R and my buddy's BMW RNineT with no issues for some spirited canyon riding.

[Godffery]

I'm looking forward to diving threw some twisty back roads, but I want to get some fresh sneakers on it first.

[Stev-o]

I'm looking forward to diving threw some twisty back roads, but I want to get some fresh sneakers on it first.

I'd suggest Avon Roadriders if available in your size. Put them on my Z1, great tire...

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

I'm looking forward to diving threw some twisty back roads, but I want to get some fresh sneakers on it first.

I'd suggest Avon Roadriders if available in your size. Put them on my Z1, great tire...

I respectfully disagree.  It's a semi-modern bike with 17" modern rubber:
Front tire:   120/70-ZR17
Rear tire:    180/55-ZR17

I'd go with any quality sport rubber.  I have Bridgestone S21 and Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tires on my modern bikes.  Both are very grippy.

http://www.bridgestone.com/products/motorcycle_tires/products/detail/pr138/

https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-ww/motorcycle/all-tyres/sheet/diablo-rosso-corsa

[Godffery]

I'm looking forward to diving threw some twisty back roads, but I want to get some fresh sneakers on it first.

I'd suggest Avon Roadriders if available in your size. Put them on my Z1, great tire...

I respectfully disagree.  It's a semi-modern bike with 17" modern rubber:
Front tire:   120/70-ZR17
Rear tire:    180/55-ZR17

I'd go with any quality sport rubber.  I have Bridgestone S21 and Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa tires on my modern bikes.  Both are very grippy.

http://www.bridgestone.com/products/motorcycle_tires/products/detail/pr138/

https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/en-ww/motorcycle/all-tyres/sheet/diablo-rosso-corsa

 What do you know... I actually just ordered a set of the Bridgestone S21 earlier today.  I was also looking at the Pirelli Diablo & the Shinko Raven but settled on the S21's.   Thanks for the input guys!

[Sgt.Pinback]

Here is mine.

My third ZRX: red1100R, green1100R and now blue 1200R

[Scott S]

 I had a '00 ZRX1100 for a while. Dale Walker Holeshot exhaust, K&N pods and a jet kit. What a beast.

[Sgt.Pinback]

These side reflectors      ... do you realy have to have them?

[Godffery]

 Pinback,
Did you notice much of a difference with the taller wind screen on the red one?

 Scott,
How did you like the Sargent seat?  I find myself sliding forward on the stock one.

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

Pinback,
Did you notice much of a difference with the taller wind screen on the red one?

 Scott,
How did you like the Sargent seat?  I find myself sliding forward on the stock one.

I can't speak for the ZRX seat, but my similar Sargeant on my FZ is awesome -- cures all the ills of the stock seat (support both fore and aft).

[FrankenFrankenstuff]

Hey there Godffery, the seat cowl is just one of those pop on type deals. Simple with 4 tabs that gold under the seat. I like it because #1 I never take riders, #2 does work as a butt stop when you get into a nice tuck and #3 it looks cool.

[FrankenFrankenstuff]

Tire wise, I just put on a set Shinko Podiums. First time with them and happy. First ride of the season is always a bit awkward, and these tires made me feel like I was a slot car on a track. My bike is at 30K miles now. Worst tire yet was a Metzzzlller sticky and short lived. Not practical for daily whips. OEM Dunlops I got 11K miles out of......

[Scott S]

Pinback,
Did you notice much of a difference with the taller wind screen on the red one?

 Scott,
How did you like the Sargent seat?  I find myself sliding forward on the stock one.

 It was awesome. I have one on my Tiger Xc and it's great, too.

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

Nice looking race bike owned by Yoshi Kosaka of The Garage Company

[Sgt.Pinback]

Pinback,
Did you notice much of a difference with the taller wind screen on the red one?

 

Above 120 mph , yes

[Godffery]

Pinback,
Did you notice much of a difference with the taller wind screen on the red one?

 

Above 120 mph , yes

Ha, good to know!   

[Sgt.Pinback]

Pinback,
Did you notice much of a difference with the taller wind screen on the red one?

 

Above 120 mph , yes

Ha, good to know!   

5km from my house I find this lovely sign:




It says: go as fast as you dare, lad.

[FrankenFrankenstuff]

I put in an order for new set of swingarm bearings. I have had this bike for 22 years. In that 22 years this is the second repair. (First was a frayed throttle cable) oil your cables boys.

I am thinking to swap back to the stock headlight setup as well.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[Stev-o]

I bet that is rocketship, Frankie!  How many miles?

[ekpent]

Two of my friends have those and they like to ride them together in tandem. They love them. One would be on my bucket list also if the right deal comes along. I know they made other colors but that green is pretty iconic and hard to beat.

[Alan F.]

So tempting:

https://maine.craigslist.org/snw/d/hollis-center-2002-kawasaki-zrx-miles/7610881311.html