New 2023 Kawasaki ZX10R Review| Should You Buy One
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 มิ.ย. 2024
- The new generation ZX10R is the ZX10 we have been wanting to see from Kawasaki for a long time! When this generation came out in 2021 it got some poor reviews for its lack of power for a 1000cc motorcycle. However, that lack of power from the factory is what makes this 2021 Kawasaki ZX10R such a great motorcycle for a lot of riders. If you want to learn how to work on the ZX10 or to gain some power back, get subscribed!
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Finally a good review on this bike. Thanks for sharing
Hey its my local shop! Love to see this. Keep it up!
Great review man! Thx
Thank you 🙏
Great review. Subbed
Thank you 🤗
This is 100 percent spot on
Sorry I missed this but thank you! It is so true that this gen ZX10R is the most enjoyable 1000cc currently to ride
Deposit made!!! Waiting on my bike to arrive, no how to build it. Thanks for the advice.
Wow this inspired me to buy my first bike
Sweet!!! What bike you thinking?
Sweet led kit
They got the golden ticket in 2011 and just been refining the gen 4 since for like the next 12 years 💪 I have a 4th generation zx10r and stock my bike was only 436 which immediately trimmed down to around 410 without the stock exhaust. My 2011 still to this day keeps up and outruns some new gen models or various bikes unless they're built motor. The gen 4 model was the best in my opinion they feel smaller than 600s with the 1000cc torque but only got heavier and heavier and more techy with the years
@robmuhfucka5986-Agreed i owned the same year 2011. The green machine i use to call it, but yeah you twist the throttle and i would snap your neck back with force. I was actually my best bike to date until it got stolen. I hate theives 🤨
If you look at all the famous dyno tuning TH-camrs this ZX10R is the best performing naturally aspirated 1000cc bike ie. Chris Moore, Brock Davidson, after a flash and tune obviously. Kawasaki restricts this bike to only 80% throttle even though you are using 100% throttle from the factory. In 2023 it amazes me that people still don't tune bikes and don't realize that you can literally be getting +100hp in the peak rpms (If you don't understand tuning don't reply to the +100hp comment)
It's engine is definitely a monster but it's a pig sadly
@@joshuasikora2465 The weight factors are irrelevant if the rider's weight is even more significant. There is a 20lb difference between most bikes, most of which is the exhaust. Also, after weight reduction mods, the zx10s are the lightest bikes compared to other bikes with the same weight reductions.
@@kylemacintosh5911 completely false honda Ducati and suzuki gsxr all way less stock and with the same weight reductions
@@joshuasikora2465 Thats the 20lb differential I mentioned lol. Regardless no, If you look at anyone in the roll racing scene (the guys who perform the most weight reductions) the lightest bikes are zx10s.
@@joshuasikora2465tell that to all the pro racingteams that build with the kawa its the goto bike also the fireblade
Can you let me know please what helmet is in this video ? Thank you
I enjoyed this video. It had great detail. Now i'm going to the dealer tomorrow to sit on it to see how it feels. I know you stated the seat height is like 32.0 but the specs claim it's 32.9. So we will see. I'm 5'8 so i hope i can flat foot it.
That's why we love Brock's lowering links.😅
Coming from yamaha mt 10 now looking to buy ZX10r or r1. Can’t decide which one lol. Thanks for your review
It is a tough call. Hard to beat that crossplane sound 😍
Damn it’s beautiful
Hi AK, can you confirm which of the graphics are stickers and removeable on this krt edition? you can look at them closely and see if they have edges of like some on the tank are clear coated over the stickers.
All of them can be removed on 21-22. The only ones under clear coat are the "Kawasaki racing team" on the tank.
What are your thoughts on that? We had a debate here about that lol
@@akcycles Dear AK, thank for replying. That racing team one is very fine, infact it looks good on that lime. for example, the lime zx10rr, that is all lime and very nice and minimal graphics that adds to its persona. this krt......omg, all this big black with red line and white, it looks like a Chinese toy tbh. See bikes on circuits have stickers many of them but they are from sponsors. so its ok. i so want the zx10rr all green, but dont have that much pocket, this is next, thats why i was asking, also please tell me the lower faring, the part that comes down from the head light to the kick stand below the bike frame, is this green under the big black sticker, or this part is black?
@@latesttechtrends1227 damn, i'm not the only one wanting an all-green like the RR. there's a couple videos that might interest you
a '21 with the red stickers removed already looks a lot better:
th-cam.com/video/wbOmxeLlCZU/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=Zx10mezz
another guy rebuilt a wrecked '21 with custom all-green fairings, though i think they are one-offs
th-cam.com/video/Rz4y6Q-IyHE/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=CJMedia
edited the link
Looking at jumping from my 21 r3 to this or a S100RR .
If you only have riding experience on the R3 I would highly recommend going with a 600 or 750 for a few years before the 1000. 300 to a 1000 is a massive jump. It can be done for sure but truly the better option is a 600 supersport. Modern 600cc are actually only 10 to 15 HP less than old early 2000s 1000cc motorcycles. They can be plenty fast and you can develop skills easier on a 600, so that you are ready for the 1000 and not overwhelmed right away.
I traded my 2018 Ninja1000 for on of this 2021 zx10r. The lack of low end power is noticeable but not as much as the top end power gain. I have the same m4 exhaust that is on the video and its flashed and the thing pulls pretty good. I tested the water with all the other 1000 cc's and for me, this is the better one for the roads, by far. My final decision was between this and an Aprilia RSV4. The smoothness of the zx10 for the daily ride was the final key point on getting it. The bike is just butter.
Ooooo the RSV4 is on my short list too. Purely because I love the sound lol
You also get the reliability of a Japanese bike too. Love the Euro bikes, but the reliability factor is definitely something to consider
I got this bike but it hurts my back bought a used r1 a couple months before the new zx10r 2023 and the r1 fits me perfect I wonder if I should have gotten a new r1 instead any way to make the zx10r more comfortable
See I found the R1 to be really uncomfortable because I felt cramped on it. So if you feel like you are stretched out too much and you want the bars closer... That's a hard change to make. Aftermarket clip ons you could go higher and bring them in but with aftermarket clip ons you may have clearance issues. I would try aftermarket rear sets to bring your legs down n more underneath you. Vortex rear sets may be the only good option because they typically have the most adjustments
@@akcycles I’m getting used to the zx10r it’s ultra smooth but just in stop in go traffic at stop lights the zx10r kills my back I’m super hunched over and with the old r1 I don’t know what mods were made to it by the previous owner if any for comfort but it’s just fits me like a glove it almost feels like a super sport naked bike how I sit on it. I love the narrow body and how I can use my legs to tighten around the gas tank and my tension is on my upper traps forcing them to flex outing me naturally in a very comfortable aggressive stance on the r1 where as with the zx10r I kinda have to push myself forward in that agressive stance to ride comfortably but it’s not naturally obtained like with the r1
Does this bike have ABS? Im looking at the non abs...my dealer is having a hard time finding one with ABS. Is this a deal breaker if i get the one w/o the ABS? Im looking at the 2024 model.
They do have abs and non abs options for the ZX10R still. Unfortunately finding abs can be a problem because most people don't realize that abs models sometimes have limited production runs per year so it's not something a dealer can just order for you. Once a manufacturer makes X amount a year that's it, no more. I always recommend abs. Abs systems on modern bikes have come a long way and are much better than they use to be. Only time it's nice not having abs is if it's going to be a dedicated track bike but on the street you really should have abs for those holy crap moments. Plus check your insurance. Abs can sometimes save you money there as well.
kawasaki should do more work in their zx10rr for wsbk
The king of kings,
What's opinion on 2022 yamaha r1?
The R1 is the best track focused bike I think from Japanese manufacturers. I think it also has the best sounding supersport engine. Some people love it and some people hate the crossplane, but either way..... it has a unique sound.
@@akcycles thank you for your feedback.
I havent been able to find an ABS model zx10r anywhere.
That's surprising I thought inventory levels were a lot better finally
debating between this, the r1, and the s1000rr. Any input?
This is the question I ask myself all the time when thinking of getting a new 1000 because I think it would be between these three. The ZX10 and S1000 are on equal playing fields now. They are smooth fast and enjoyable to ride definitely the best street bikes. The R1 is aggressive like no chill lol So for me not as enjoyable for long rides or commuting but would be a blast on track. S1000 I think is best of both. Reviews coming on at least the S1000 this year 🤘
@@akcycles thanks a lot, i’ve heard lots of nice stuff about the s1000rr. I’ll definitely be looking forward to your review of it.
It's been almost a year so I don't know if you wound up getting one but my friend recently got a steal on a 2017 S1K, $10K, and the thing is scary in how not scary it is. It's SHOCKINGLY comfortable for a sportbike, the seat is well shaped and cushioned, bars are in a great position and the heated grips are game changing for Fall riding.
However you NEED to mind your speed it will do 107mph in first gear without breaking a sweat or making any show of it. I hit 95 riding through the middle of town, no traffic in front of me, and it felt like I was doing 45 on my Street Triple or my friends 899.
So I understand the "boring" comments some reviewers make about the BMW now it's as fast if not faster than any other super bike but it feels like a well honed tool while a Ducati, Aprilia or R1 just feel raw and more unrefined.
If you want primarily a street bike I would definitely go for the S1K or ZX-10R for the comfort and tech aspects, or a tuned Tuono which can hang with any super bike up until around 140~ before aero and top end becomes the deciding factor.
what are your thoughts on the 2023 zx10r vs the r1?
The R1 is a track monster when set up right. They are a very aggressive liter bike for the street both in body position and performance. I think the ZX10R has a lot to offer though after tuning, so Im interested to see how it holds up later this season. If you have very little experience on supersports or on 1000s I think the ZX10 is the best one to look at. This gen is very forgiving for inexperienced riders.
@@akcycles Can this new gen power wheelie with WC & TC off?
@@MotoGrower903 What kind of stupid question is that ? Your asking if a 200hp motorcycle can power wheelie ? Dude just stay away from these bikes before you get yourself killed.
ZX10R 2023 Has 203hp, 165-170wheel yes, but you said other ones have 200+, again yes but crank, GSXR , CBR have actually less then ZX10R, under 200 both crank. So I didn't actually understand the part about HP but overall beautiful review man.
Thanks for watching 👍 yea I could have worded that a lil better lol basically wanted to get across that from the factory felt very restricted compared to the others (apart from Honda 🤭) which is just really uncharacteristic of Kawasakis and the ZX10
U took the words out my mouth I was confused too ….well said
Is that all you get at the wheels. Sounds like less than the ZX14r and Gen-3 Hayabusa.
@@blackspades0000 Busa n zx14 trash on the track tho zx6 or zx10 all day
@Peedie Ruger We know they are inferrior on the track. I just always looked at the ZX10r as having more power at the rear wheels than the two bikes mentioned. No other bike, I would rather ride on the track than ZX10/6. I honestly thought it was a more powerful bike stock. However, in my opinion, it's the rider more than a few additional horsepower that makes a winner.
Did you say it goes 165mph? So the same as a 636 but more expensive? Not sure if I heard that right!
You probably heard the HP rating lol It will get to 165 a lot faster than a 636......although that new ZX6R is pretty sick!
The fastest i gone on a stock zx10r is 187
How about someone that just got their license. U recommend it. Not scared. But will i go nuts with it.
I would highly recommend starting on something smaller for a year or two. Take a look at the Ninja 650 maybe if you really don't want to start on a small cc bike.
The Color Green if there is One about on off a 1000cc motorcycle, and you remember it from your childhood or you will remember, it is that motorcycle. Its The Ninja.
How can it be comfortable on the road when it’s already high footpegs from the previous gen have been raised even more?
Comfort is relative lol compared to other new gens I found it to be the most enjoyable. I also thought the previous gen was comfortable too so 🤷
My biggest pet peeve on this bike is that it still doesn't have an actual fuel gauge
Ooooooo this is true 😂
It is really funny that these bikes have all the tech these days but not a fuel gauge that you would actually use 😂
only 17 thousand fuckin dollars! i spent 13 k just to get my 2021 Dodge Charger scat pack off the lot and then 10 k for for my ten speed 5.0 Mustang with the scatty as a trade in! I could have bought this beast outright. I am very excited to buy this bike, I don't care if i'm a parking lot warrior for 6 months before i take it out the streets i think it's totally worth it.
Haha just take an easy if ya do. If u have no riding experience I really wouldn't recommend a 1000 for a first bike. I bet the 600s would even shock you with the performance compared to a car
@@akcycles I will take it very easy, i have zero plans of hitting the hitting the streets until i have learned to shift and get a feeling for the power. I don't have a death wish so you catch me actin a fool.
@@akcycles
A 600cc sportbike can outrun many performance cars factory stock and there're definitely not to be taken lightly. Just a few mods and tune on a 600cc will run like a 750cc. Anything beyond 750cc's becomes insanity on two wheels.
Does yours have ABS? I can't find one with ABS for the 2024. Would that be a dealbreaker for you?
I know the new changed fairing is all for aerodynamic but in terms of looks and aesthetics, does it look ugly to you?
It started to grow on me 😍 If they would make an all black it would look sooooo mean!
Apparently big problèm..
with the throotle..cut off when you release the gaz
It has a lot of engine breaking yes but the on off throttle transition was very smooth at least
Been some yrs now almost 5 since my last bike. Im 31 now and cant wait lol. Im buying a 23 zx10r tomorrow. The black/grey with gold accents looks beautiful imo. I like the krt green one too. But no local dealers near me have that one. And i like the black grey too so im buying that color because i cant wait any longer lol. Man i am so excited. I love all the tech this bike comes with. And definitely worth the price. Quick shifter etc etc. So i feel you cant go wrong with a zx10r imo. I would love to have a H2 but right now 18k is all i can spend on a bike. So i went with the kaw. I like R1s but hate the sound. Them and ducati sound like trash imo. I know some love that sound. But i hate it. So R1 was out the picture. Now suzuki and honda were 2 i thought of. But honda doesnt offer no where near any tech etc for the price imo. So it came to suzuki and kaw and i just love the kaw and so thats what im buying.
Congrats on getting back on two wheels 🤘 hope you have some fun with it and thanks for watching.
@@akcycles thanks man appreciate it. And definitely will continue watching your channel.
Good looking bike - but those graphics/stickers are brutal. How could the designers at Kawasaki think those are appropriate for adult riders? Solid green, black or silver - that's all you need on Kawasaki Ninja 1000.
Hey now......I don't buy bikes to feel and look like an old sophisticated man 🤣 although in all black it looks super mean 😈
I got my 2023 tuned and whp came in at 194.5 at 84.6 tq
Nice!!! What are your thoughts now of the bike?
@AK Cycles oh I like it. I actually added an Evil extended swingarm. Only 5" from stock but a change none the less. I think I add a short video on YT of it
S1000RR IS IN MY OPINION.
I had a 2005 ZX-10, i paid 9500.00 for it, i think for that $$$$ i think maybe an Aprilia, i think they are faster and more torque?
I love Aprilia! They look amazing and sound great. They are surprisingly smooth and very well balanced BUT. Maintenance and parts is the problem for me. Everytime we need to get parts for one it takes forever and at least for me I think there is only one dealership in the area. Cost of ownership is always a lot higher than a Japanese bike and a lot of customers that switch to Ducati BMW or Aprilia are always shocked by it.
@@akcycles I agree they look and sound HOTTT, especially the factory version, i would hope with a new bike the only parts would be maintenance like tires, chain, etc. every few years
Lol...the fairing os different than the wings, but it doesn't mean good different, just different!
True the fairings are now bolted together from the inside and molded in a way to give it rigidity which makes it a pain to work on 😭
Is the zx10 riding position more extream than the zx6r. Fear of the riding position is the only thing that stands in the way of my buying it.
No if anything more comfortable if you are around 6ft n up. Distance from the tank to clip ons makes it pretty comfortable on the back don't feel as cramped unlike on 600cc. I found it to be one of the more enjoyable 1000s to ride because I felt pretty comfortable on it for a supersport.
@@akcycles Thanks.
@Forefoot1 , it's actually more comfortable than the zx6r, I was apprehensive at first, but pleasantly surprised, I had a '19 zx6r😂😂
@Oregon Ninja ZX10R Interesting, would you say it's capable of being ridden for 2 hours without wearing out?
@@blackspades0000 Definitely, I've done 2 1/2hrs before and hope to do longer trips this year, I just did a luimoto seat cover with the gel insert, pretty comfortable, haven't done over
1 1/2 hrs on it yet though
When you live in Maryland and realizes he’s riding the icc lol small world
Stop in one day 🤘
What’s the real fuel consumption on that bike bro?
More on that in a future vid soon but stock was about 40mpg avg but after a tune.......😬 Not looking good 🤣
@@akcycles thanks bro👍
The Ducati winglets look good (not the supperleggera)
M1000rr winglets hideous
Lol they are all getting a lil out of hand
Kawasaki makes good bikes, the green color is hedious thou... should have chosen something more balanced, a color that more people like...ok byeeee
Audio is on left ear alone.
We are still working on the kinks lol We noticed but nothing could be done unfortunately
First of all that is not a 2023 zx10r it's either a 21 or 22 lmao
Looks so big and bulky. My gen 5 was a top end beast though. The New gsxr1000 beats it everywhere till about 12,000 revs right up top
The gen 5 did have a crazy top end. I'm interested to see what this one will do after a tune
I hate this latest zx10r though it has lots of upgrades but the looks is ugly.
How dare you! My soul is crushed 💔
The Kawasaki zx 10 has become a motorcycle with a very weak engine compared to its competitors.
Idk they are all feeling pretty weak from the dealer these days 🤣
10r has the ugliest front end on the market. Tht open mouth fish look is not it.
Oooooh come on it's cute 🥰 🤣
Also that's not a 2023KRT
Didn't have to watch bought one first
Not worth upgrading from the gen 5, gen 5 takes some beating, this one not worth the extra money it costs for an uglier bike
What!? It looks uglier! Just gonna bash the Kawi fam like that lol
I'll admit some of the older gens have more of a soul. Something about being on a bike with no electronics wide open is just a thrilling sensation like no other.
Don't hate congratulate 🤣🤣 it not you fault u don't got a 18k still riding around in 10k bike at best 😉
Dont get me wrong i still love the gen 6 👀 and if I didnt have the gen 5 I'd get one over the gen 5, but not enough of an upgrade to switch a 5 for a 6
I'm very happy with my new gen 6 zx10r upgrade form a gen 4 zx10r just had it dyno tuned today and made 201.04 hp and torque 85.26
@@cagive24 do you even have the skill to even remotely push the bike ? All those numbers are cool but take it to the track to see what the machine is capable of.