Like you l have just bought a Kawasaki er6f and l love it;it is my first big bike and it is as fast as l need it to be . Went out with my mates at the weekend and they have bigger bikes but it managed very well , loved the video.
HI JOSH, GREAT VID MATE, IM FROM GELLIGEAR AROUND THE CORNER FROM YOU...I JUST BOUGHT ONE OF THESE, SO FAR IM LOVING IT, BUT GOT TO GET A BETTER EXHAUST LOL
Brilliant review and parts list, I've look at a few bikes, bought a 2014 ER6F, white with 3000 miles, would have liked the green put I decided ABS must come first. Only got to pass my test next week, fingers crossed.
I'm loving the bike, I still can't believe that I passed with only 1 minor fault. I going for a long run on it today. What I want to ask you, what chain lube do you use or advice, I've had a google but there's loads to choose. Cheers
On my 125 I started out with just normal lube but found up this end of the world with the amount of rain we get you would have to put it on almost every ride, then switched to chain wax but that was messy. On this bike I got a Scotoiler which automatically lubes the chain for you. My life has been far simpler. Still have to clean the chain tho. Got a review on the Scotoiler coming out tomorrow morning on my channel so keep a look out.
Just bought one brand new for a great deal (due to new models coming next year). Have the tail tidy, passenger seat cover and heated grips on it. In red. Pick it up next Saturday =) When I get some more cash I'll change the exhaust.
Congrats man, it's a really good bike. I don't think the new one looks much different apart from the graphics but I assume it will also be down on power due to euro regs too.
Yes the new one looks better, at least I think so, but has dropped a bit of power to meet the new EU regs. However, that also means dealers are looking to get rid of any 2016 models. I got mine brand new, for £5,000, with interest free credit also. That's over a grand off. Not a deal you can pass by easily when looking for a good 650. I'll keep it for about 2 years then trade it in I would think, I'll see how I get on with it and let you know.
Honda vs kawasaki, yeah the finance is great, the honda is awesome also, but the deciding factor for me which you did also mention, and probably the most important thing, the kawasaki is GREEN!!!
Nice bike & video. I'm also thinking to get a used one for myself. I don't feel like "spending" money on my first bike. The only think I don't like on twin cyl bikes is engine noise. Does it feel heavy while riding or not?
The noise is crap with the standard can but the scorpion sings wonderfully. Bike is a bit heavy feeling to push e.g parking/reversing but once you have the engine on and are going it's super light and agile.
Like you l have just bought a Kawasaki er6f and l love it;it is my first big bike and it is as fast as l need it to be . Went out with my mates at the weekend and they have bigger bikes but it managed very well , loved the video.
Thanks for watching, It really is a cracking tool and perfect first big bike.
the zard full system for this looks and sounds great also. worth a look
+andybrad690 ended up going with the Scorpion, sounds great! Thanks for watching!
Great to see you go over 4 or 5 speed humps and not even mention them
Good review. Fantastic bike, especially for the price, looks great, rides great, bags of low/mid torque. cant fault it.
+andybrad690 indeed, I love it. Thanks for watching!
Be nice to see you going over 40mph! Ride safe.
HI JOSH, GREAT VID MATE, IM FROM GELLIGEAR AROUND THE CORNER FROM YOU...I JUST BOUGHT ONE OF THESE, SO FAR IM LOVING IT, BUT GOT TO GET A BETTER EXHAUST LOL
Not far at all, yeah cracking bike and the exhaust really sets the bike off.
Good review. How tall are you and what's the riding position like please?
Brilliant review and parts list, I've look at a few bikes, bought a 2014 ER6F, white with 3000 miles, would have liked the green put I decided ABS must come first. Only got to pass my test next week, fingers crossed.
good luck on the test, it's a cracking bike. Would not buy a bike without ABS these days.
I only passed and collected my ER6F yesterday, what a day.
Stuart Rich congrats on passing and enjoy the bike.
I'm loving the bike, I still can't believe that I passed with only 1 minor fault. I going for a long run on it today. What I want to ask you, what chain lube do you use or advice, I've had a google but there's loads to choose. Cheers
On my 125 I started out with just normal lube but found up this end of the world with the amount of rain we get you would have to put it on almost every ride, then switched to chain wax but that was messy. On this bike I got a Scotoiler which automatically lubes the chain for you. My life has been far simpler. Still have to clean the chain tho. Got a review on the Scotoiler coming out tomorrow morning on my channel so keep a look out.
Just bought one brand new for a great deal (due to new models coming next year). Have the tail tidy, passenger seat cover and heated grips on it. In red. Pick it up next Saturday =) When I get some more cash I'll change the exhaust.
Congrats man, it's a really good bike. I don't think the new one looks much different apart from the graphics but I assume it will also be down on power due to euro regs too.
Well the new ninja 650 looks totally different to be honest. And way better. But anyway the er6f/n is good anyway
+Moto Joshing went and took another look you are indeed right lots of improvements. Less power tho.
Yes the new one looks better, at least I think so, but has dropped a bit of power to meet the new EU regs.
However, that also means dealers are looking to get rid of any 2016 models. I got mine brand new, for £5,000, with interest free credit also. That's over a grand off. Not a deal you can pass by easily when looking for a good 650. I'll keep it for about 2 years then trade it in I would think, I'll see how I get on with it and let you know.
Draig UK yeah that's a very good price to be fair I paid the full whack.
Honda vs kawasaki, yeah the finance is great, the honda is awesome also, but the deciding factor for me which you did also mention, and probably the most important thing, the kawasaki is GREEN!!!
Yeah couldn't agree more I got 0% Finance and Team green for sure!
Where in the UK area? That road looks amazing
Nice bike & video. I'm also thinking to get a used one for myself. I don't feel like "spending" money on my first bike. The only think I don't like on twin cyl bikes is engine noise. Does it feel heavy while riding or not?
The noise is crap with the standard can but the scorpion sings wonderfully. Bike is a bit heavy feeling to push e.g parking/reversing but once you have the engine on and are going it's super light and agile.
Thank you. I can't wait to get the licence and start riding.
what`s the minimum height you recomend for this bike?
Hi Lucien, Only just seen this message i have a 30 inside leg and I can flat foot it so its defo good for the shorties.
do you know anything about those hard cases in the back(for the luggage)? are they optional? where can i find those?
I believe you can get them from Kawasaki directly as add-ons but they would be expensive, I would suggest Givi or Touratech would be a tad less pricy.
it's very low down for midrange sports bike. Approx 31 inch seat height vs the normal 33 inches. Even at 5'9 I can put my feet down flat...
is the er6f 2010 model good cause i might buy one soon for 4k with only 6000km on it?
Not sure on the pre 2012's but they were very popular but I think you could get something younger for that money.
i bought a mt 07 2014 but still thx
Are you Welsh mate
I am indeed!
Oi oi always good to hear a fellow Welsh man! From west wales pal is it
No South Wales, Caerphilly
just toned out my accent due to call centre jobs and living in Scotland for the last 14 years
Ah I'm from South Wales too bro
Why are you so out of breath just walking around?
Ha I live in aberdeen small world