... just don't see a lot of those types of bike in CA. I remember the local Triumph dealer telling me that they struggled to sell three Sprints in one year, but were obliged to 'carry' them. Nearly everything here is either a cruiser, or a sportbike...there's not much middle ground.

... and a half to work and a day home. (2 hr taxi ride, 2 plane flights totalling 5.5 hrs and a 1.5 hr helicopter ride) But it's only 7 return trips a year.

... use the rear brake on track, the engine braking is more than adequate (as mentioned). .......Guess they're rushed off their feet at this time of year........... Any company is only as good as the one person you deal with. From what I have seen of sales environments it is often the less proactive ...

... initial enquiries. One company said they would get back to me, the other hasn't responded. Guess they're rushed off their feet at this time of year........... I find it amazing how some sales people seem to have so little idea about how their behaviour can influence wether they get a sale or ...

The zx6r has a slipper as standard, the SX doesn't (although I think the 2017 one does)

I sent a couple of emails off yesterday making initial enquiries. One company said they would get back to me, the other hasn't responded.

Guess they're rushed off their feet at this time of year...........

StMarks wrote:Many happy returns KK.
This year looks set to be a good one for you mate.

Definitely has been a change in mood StMarks, thanks

Many happy returns KK.
This year looks set to be a good one for you mate.

I do wish they would run in these colours for one race each year. :D https://scontent.flhr2-1.fna.fbcdn.net/t31.0-8/15138332_1850630778501725_4412501526460234274_o.jpg http://www.sportrider.com/sites/sportrider.com/files/styles/large_1x_/public/images/2016/11/16vlc-test-d1-vinales.jpg?itok=368I4fH0&fc=50,50 ...

... bikes to choose from. They give a boutique experience, for buyers of a boutique bike. That, plus Triumph sells more bikes in California in any one year.....just one state, mind you...than it does in all of England, Scotland & Wales combined. I think anyone wanting a new Norton, has probably ...

I don't do logic.

It's a nice bike and I'm tempted but I'm in no rush. Sales are slow this time of year and will be for a 2 or 3 months so I can wait to see what else comes up.

... bloody big hill for the last leg. Cycling is definitely a good substitute for running. At school I was crap at running. But all through my teenage years I did lots of cycling, and the year prior to joining the Air Force I wa doing 300-400 km a week. Then the first week of recruit course we had ...

The pound has lost 30% against the yen in the last year.

I suppose I was looking a year or 2 ago now but still, the bike is unchanged besides paintwork..

My local dealer had them in for £7990 on 0%. Only in white though which was the downside

Kawasaki Direct will be doing some deals later this year, currently it's £8799 on 0% for the KRT. I've not see one advertised for less that 8.5k and I've looked, a lot!

Cheapest I've seen the KRT brand new on the road is £8,700.

There are used 2016 zx6rs going for more than £8k.

But I'm in no rush so I'm happy to wait to see if there are further deals in the new year.

Sun reflection is a pain at this time of year, even with a sun visor on. It can be very distracting. Your levels of concentration have to be 100% because you've got very little time to react to something if its on the road.

that was an epic session , best of the year .

Hmmmmm....given the time of year I guess it's no surprise....the hilarious Ben Affleck comedy film "Pearl Harbor" is on the TV at the moment.

It's a yawn-fest of truly epic proportions, which is a good thing, as I think I'm ready for my post 2nd breakfast nap.

Zzzzzzzzzz..................

Paranormal activity the Ghost Dimension. I'm a 28 year old man and this is freaky as hell and making me jump. These are the type of film that just world and anyone that says different are just trying to have a swagger lol!! I might have to give that ...

Paranormal activity the Ghost Dimension. I'm a 28 year old man and this is freaky as hell and making me jump. These are the type of film that just world and anyone that says different are just trying to have a swagger lol!!