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Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 05 Oct 2021, 17:39
by Kwacky
Heated grips, fender extender, rad guard and optimate battery cable all fitted. Ready for winter riding.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 10 Oct 2021, 13:18
by Kwacky
A quick dry wash and wax then a coat of the auto brite ceramic shield

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Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 10 Oct 2021, 15:04
by Perkles
I am always impressed by the shine on your Kwaks

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 10 Oct 2021, 16:38
by D41
Me too.... what is that reflecting on the left side of the gas cap......??

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 10 Oct 2021, 16:41
by Kwacky
The underside of the garage door. The photo was taken inside the garage. It's got an up and over door

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 07 Nov 2021, 17:39
by Kwacky
The sx did a good job two up. As expected the front felt a bit vague and light. Steering was slower but I could still get a move on. Acceleration is still really impressive and smooth. Apparently the pillion seat is pretty comfortable.

Gave it a wash and topped up the ceramic wax. It gives a lovely glimmer to the paintwork.

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Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 08 Nov 2021, 08:17
by Cav
It looks all dusty mate... ;)

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 10 Nov 2021, 23:00
by Kwacky
I'm going in to work tomorrow, so I got some ACF50 and a toothbrush to treat the usual areas.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 11 Jan 2022, 14:47
by Kwacky
I had a survey from Kawasaki to fill in, which I did. Loads of opportunity for feedback. Half of the questions were about new tech. I wonder if they'll do a two model range of the SX like they do with the Versys 1000? (full tech or basic).

I got a £25 voucher towards my next service for my troubles.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 29 Jan 2022, 17:21
by Kwacky
I've ordered an adaptor kit for my Abba stand. I don't mind using a paddock stand but it seems a waste having the abba doing nothing.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 26 Jun 2022, 16:54
by Kwacky
The bag has rubbed the paint on the pillion grab handles. I've asked on the SX page and it's a common problem. The paint is really thin.

They're easy to take off so I might spray and lacquer them.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 14 Jul 2022, 22:15
by Kwacky
Put some R and G bar ends on. Someone on the SX page bought them but didn't like them. I couldn't turn down a bargain.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 24 Jul 2022, 13:03
by Kwacky
I've taken the grab handles off the bike. I'm going to see if I can paint them and put a coating on. The paint shouldn't come off after one weekend away but there's a few complaints from owners of the newer bikes about thin paint.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 31 Jul 2022, 22:40
by Kwacky
I've booked the Kwak in for a full valet and xcp coating. It'll be done at the start of September. Home service.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 03 Aug 2022, 11:56
by Kwacky
Booked in for an annual service. The dealer is really busy. I can't get in until 12th September

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 09 Sep 2022, 18:30
by Kwacky
I've order a pair of Z8s.

How come budget tyres aren't budget any more?

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 09 Sep 2022, 19:17
by StMarks
Kwacky wrote:....How come budget tyres aren't budget any more?
How much power is used to create and supply those "budget" tyres Kwacky.?
If you want any semblance to the price you've expected them to be previously, probably best you buy two sets & sell yourself the spare ones when these new ones need replacing. :S

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 09 Sep 2022, 20:16
by Kwacky
I'm glad you dont manage my money.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 11 Sep 2022, 12:07
by D41
Kwacky wrote:I've order a pair of Z8s.

How come budget tyres aren't budget any more?
COVID.

Re: Back on a Kwak

Posted: 13 Sep 2022, 12:40
by Kwacky
Annual service done. £150 once you take the £25 off from Kawasaki.