BakerBoy
It's all small stuff.
Mike, did you consider the FJ-09?
On my V STrom 650 I only have to readjust the chain when I change tires. Modern chains do not stretch much at all.How often does it need to be retensioned?
Mike,I gave up on the break-in routine with about 20 miles on it and just started riding the darn thing. No metal shavings in my first oil change so I assume it went well
Mike
Had no idea chains had improved so much. Great news. Last time I took a trip on a bike with a chain, over 10 years ago, adjusting was still an every day chore! Makes a bike like this Versys (or FJ-09) much more attractive. Thanks.On my V STrom 650 I only have to readjust the chain when I change tires. Modern chains do not stretch much at all.
Don't know yet. It has 4300 miles and it is still fine.How often does it need to be retensioned?
Went with a SW Motech center stand from either Twisted Throttle or Revzilla.....don't remember where I ordered it from. Both have bike specific pages for after market parts. Just make sure you select the 2015 model Versys. My bar risers, gps mount and highway peg mounts came from Moto Werk https://motowerk.com/collections/kawasaki-versys-v650lt They have very well made stuff with outstanding customer support. I recommend them highly. Their packaging is a thing of beauty and it shows their pride.Mike,
Agree on the break-n, I don't see how anyone could follow the break-in routine, manual says keep it under 4000rpm for the first 600 miles. When I picked the bike up, I had to run 20 miles of interstate. If I kept it at 4k, I would have been run over. I am trying to hold it down under 6k for a couple hundred miles though. I am looking at the top case and the Sargent seat also, have both on the ST and am used to them. I do want to find a taller windshield, have to wear ear plugs with stock shield. I am finding it hard to find after market parts for this new model.
Did you get the center stand, or just use a lift for maintenance.
Kevin
That's funny, I just watched this video about an hour ago. Thanks for the links too, I ordered the Venom lifts today. I like the risers, but really am considering the lowering kit. Think I will order the Sargent low seat first and see if that is enough to get me off my tip toes.This guy from Motorcyclist Magazine sure likes it:
http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/video-commute-2016-kawasaki-versys-650
Mike
Thanks Mike. Not too buzzy at 80mph? Enough torque for passing at speed?Paul, mine is a 2016. No difference between 2015 and 2016 except colors. I would not hesitate one second to ride this bike cross country. Wish I could leave tomorrow to do just that.
Mike
Not buzzy at any speed that I've seen. Passed a few folks in CO above 8000 feet and it worked well, especially when I shifted down two gears to pass.Thanks Mike. Not too buzzy at 80mph? Enough torque for passing at speed?
Cool. I have my old E52 for a top case...ginormous!
Still have the Versys that the top case goes on, so the RT does have a stable mate! They are good complements.Ya know, it's a shame to have an unattached top case lying around. It needs a home. TheVersys LT would make a fine stable mate to the RT.
Mike