Have Kawasaki improved the 2021 ZX-10R for the road and track? | MCN review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ส.ค. 2021
- Chief Road Tester Michael Neeves has ridden the 2021 Kawasaki ZX-10R both on the road and at Cadwell Park circuit to find out how it compares to its superbike rivals. Watch the full video to find out.
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The only reviewer who's words actually mean anything. The passion Neeves naturally exudes for motorcycles is inspirational. Thank you.
Im french and he is my favourite reviewer! Thanks Michael!
Neeves is the best reviewer out there by far I think. I bought the '19 non-abs and put some Braketech floating rotors and OZ Piega wheels. Mine is de-resttricted with full Arrow exhaust. I went to 41t rear sprocket which makes the bike feel more responsive. The soft power down low makes the bike easy to ride on the street but get up into the higher rpm and it is very powerful.
Completely agree no bs and knows his stuff
I have a 19 also and im completely satisfied
44Teeth is better
I couldn't agree more. He's the standard which I judge other motojournalists. Nobody comes close.
He's just not biased compared to other reviewers. Very honest reviewer
Mr Neeves the best reviewer ever, perfect 10-12 mins reviews the ideal length, any more & you zone out or move on. Love your work
8:43 You can see some knee on elbow action. Those pegs are criminally high.
Ducking helll I’ve just realised that 🥲😂😂
I bought one of these '21 models last year after watching this video. I'm only 5'10" so I don't experience as much of the issue with cramping but he's def right about it being mellow at low revs. Almost 8k miles and several sets of tires on the bike now and its been very reliable and fun to ride.
Love MCN and Neevesy especially. Thank you for all the info and invaluable pointers. Keep up the good work. You guys save bikers' lives.
“Cramped in the legs” is all relative. I’m 5’8” and not cramped at all but I guess you giants could buy a set of aftermarket rearsets to help stretch your ostrich legs.
are you tip toeing standing the bike?
What would you say if you compare it to bmw mate im having second thoughts about the suspension and brakes
@evilways777 You can’t go wrong with either bike but I’ve always been a believer in buying an older bike, installing Ohlins forks and shocks and installing your own Brembos. Both companies make models much better than what comes on any new bike. Then you can add a comfy seat, rearsets, exhaust, and really make the bike your own.
Im 5’5”. Im tiptoeing. No. Complaints
As a younger man I really enjoyed the late 80’s gsxr 750 then z1000. Lots of great memories and fun! Much gratitude for over100k safe miles, never once down. Recent years couldn’t be more satisfied with my ultra reliable FJR 1300. Stopped in here out of curiosity on the latest “Super Bikes”. Great review. Now in my mid 50’s it’s all about practicality. Cheers to all the riders out there. Enjoy and be safe!
Mr.Neeves is by far the BEST @the MOTO field for many years now and 101% objective as always!!! Excellent feedback about the new ZX10R. The most objective reports and what exactly is happening with a new motorcycle. Congratulations for the umpteenth time, continue with the same passion dynamically!!! Greetings from sunny Greece!!!
Great review so much info. I like the fact that you seating on the bike while talking about it and riding it.... Perfect review thanks keep up
I love your reviews and really trust and enjoy them . Thank you very much and keep up the great work you do 😊
Top notch production!
Excellent review as always. Thank you MCN / Mr. Neeves 😊
Great videos with REAL bikes. Good show!
Great honest review as always, thank you 🙏
Why don't sports bike manufacturers put adjustable footrests on their bikes? How hard can it be?
KTM did on the RC8 years ago …. But if they all did then you wouldn’t buy aftermarket ones would you ! 😉
Suzuki did on many gsxr's don't, now on the last one.
The earlier one did
I love this guy and channel! The most relevant to their audience channel about motorcycles.
I just bought this bike.my first ever sports bike..I had a ten hour ride to pick it up from South Germany. Needless to say I had aches and pains all through my body and never lasted a full tank cruising at 85/90 on autobahn before needing a stretch.however it was my first time on sports coming from xsr900. Having said that the seat is super comfy..I never got numb bum.never got wrist ache.and tall screen meant never got neck ache and despite having tinnitus my ears where fine. I am just over 6'2" with wide shoulders and long arms. The levers are set to high. And I am getting used to high pegs..my solution is yoga..it actually does help. The engine is so smooth and the brakes super powerful.And maybe its just me as its first time I've ridden a bike with plush suspension, it absolutely glides over bumpy roads like a magic carpet..I love this thing. Having less torque means its not so scary...it doesn't goad me on to do something silly and either lose my license or stack it. For a beginner I think that's a big plus.. I can cruise on it, unlike the xsr which i rode flat out all the time and worried myself . And I think it looks super trick. I am planning my first trackday and can't wait. Great review as always mate.d
Congratulations on your purchase. I have a 2016 Yamaha R1M, 6’2 and 125kgs. I really enjoy longer rides, longest pre COVID was 23 hours and 1610 kms. Outside of adjustable rearsets and wider clip ons, what made the difference for me was my clothing. Two piece race suit, which as it’s zipped up gave me back support, and also good boots and gloves. Not sure what you were wearing, but I really notice a difference fatigue between my leathers and just wearing the jacket and riding jeans.
@@thetwowheeledintrovert3367 Thats good advice, I dont have any leathers yet,ive only had the bike a few weeks. at the moment just decent boots gloves helmet and Knox vest under jacket and motorbike jeans. if you got any recommendations as to which brand of leathers I should look at please let me know.
Fair play MCN, this is a really high quality video. The bike looks super cool too.
Hi MCN,
Thanks for another great review video 👍🎥.
I respect Michael’s opinions on the motorcycles that are available in the current market. Always informative and entertaining.
I was recently in the market to up grade my ride and my choices came down to this bike or the S1000RR Sport.
After reading many reviews and manufacturers sales spin, I just couldn’t justify purchasing the ZX10R over the BMW.
Mainly for all the reasons that were outlined in this review video and here in Australia the small pricing difference (comparative to overall costs) wasn’t that much of a jump.
I’ve gotta say that the ZX10R looks awesome (in my humble opinion), especially in factory colours but in saying that the BMW is gorgeous as well.
Thanks for the insight on this motorcycle 👍.
Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺.
Fyi I really appreciate your reviews.... Respect for your knowledge and skills. Many thanks.
Very nice review once again by you Neevesy👍
Neeves always gives great reviews,his own personal opinions and objective, I'd imagine a person willing to spend on a new bike won't mind spending extra on some tailoring to suit them better,would have loved to see the track section of the review but ok,the dreamer kid me always wonders if an indoor track is possible 😂
I ride a 2002 ZX9r and love it to bits, such a great bike but already the underdog back in its days.
Nice review. Well done. Cheers from America.
Another great review! 👏✊
Great review again from Neevesy 😎 rear sets, braided lines and new pads then this would be a solid performer 👌. Best of all still cheaper than it’s competitors even with simple bolt on mods.
6:45 is just awesome…
I have this identical bike with the exception of a non-abs version & its absolutely badass, im 46yrs old & 238lbs too
My dream bike the 10R.... I don’t like that new TFT dash I prefer the old one! Great review neevsey
Excellent review, Thanks
The most sensible automobile journalist on planet.
is this irony?
Thank You for the review, Crusty.
Foot peg height ridiculous. They should also try 1 inch higher bars too for comfort. Like you said we could change items if we are in a real race. I have a 2015 ZX10R and love it. Only that dash would make me want to upgrade. At 55 years old I guess I am crusty even if I don't want to be. Great review MCN, again
I have the 2016 Zx10r, which is flashed by Woolich racing and Akra pipe, and the 2020 S1000rr M pack, and the difference is no vibration at all through the bike like the BMW does and I feel more at home on the ninja, mind you it may be case of getting better tyres and getting used of the BMW
If you watch Moores Mafia tuning video of a ZX you’ll see how limited these are electronically
Thanks for the review I am stuck on both myself. You’d choose the new zx10r over a new s1000rr?
BEST BEST BEST BEST BEST reviewer EVER
love his passion for it
I like Neevesy's proper reviews...makes me think maybe you'd do better with your own channel and could produce more in depth vids on bikes and products.
Outstanding honest review that is valuable..especially for us taller riders..thank you. So would a pair of adjustable rears and taller clip ons make this bike something you could recommend for 6’ plus riders?
Love the colours reminds me of the zxr750 and the zx7r
Nice review!
Awesome bud cheers 👍🏻
Neeves is the man 🙏 my favorite tester!
These bikes are like a d feel like bugaties
Can't belive that this bike is described as gutless, I haven't ridden a motorcycle for over 25 years and the bikes available then didn't feel gutless, and with a lot less horsepower.
We're not all MotoGP riders.
Last year 2021 bike, MotoGP top speed is 362,4 with 800-900 meter straight line on Losail circuit, Mugello circuit and 200 meter breaking zone to turn 1
Well, I have one! I like your review, all you say is absolutely true, it couldn't be in other way . But I am worry about Abs on a track day. Do you know if kawasaki have thought about doing something about it? Some reprogramming or something like that. Thanks!!
ive had every model of the z10r the last one was the se but by far the best was the 2004/5
Always an excellent review! Dammit, I'm going to buy one but just not yet!
I had a test ride on one of these a couple of days ago and this is spot on. I'm a short arse and even I was cramped, the throttle is ridiculously snatchy and the low end is absolutely shite. If you're just wanting this as primarily a road bike then look elsewhere.
been waiting for this
I love the front, by far the 2 most attractive front of the super bikes for me.
#1. *The 999*
Awesome riding shots. You look great 👍 on that bike 🏍 I don't know who u are but seam like a stand up guy. If I had a sick bike and lived in your area. I would have u teach me the skills. I can ride had a older ninja 750. Was a great experience smooth ride. This is like fast forward into space technology. Ready to blast off.
Good review
Great review. That is all.
Amazing machine!
Great video!...
I've had the 2011 model from new, I liked the fact it had adjustable foot pegs no longer available which actually makes it comfortable I found most of its competitors weren't its taller gearing makes it a good road bike I don't do track days so not bothered about chasing tenths I often see in reviews it come out as the better road bike which most of us are interested in
6:44 i really like that.. Reminds of old kawasaki advertisements.
1000CC Superbikes didn't make much sense on the road 10+ years ago, so buying one today just seems nuts. Thankfully supernakeds are where it's at now. Still powerful, but can actually be ridden without contorting yourself onto them..
One thing for sure it's the most reliable and highest quality built.
Thank you.
It looks really nice with this color
It always amazes me that reviewers state about how the road bike isn't the same as the wsbk bike, it's the same for any bike on the grid.
Exactly! And it seems everyone says this only about ZX10R.
Question, did you turn off the traction control on why it was giving you a less kick on the acceleration?
Actually the traction control is giving him less kick
looks like an epic package overall
As a 2019 ZX6R owner, I'd happily upgrade to one of these if the 6 wasn't such a bargain. The updates are spot on for the road: LED headlights, TFT, cruise control. Price is excellent compared with other 200hp bikes. Servicing costs much more reasonable than the Europeans or Honda's rediculous triple R. As for the comfort, well it's a sports bike. It's supposed to be sporty. Don't take it touring.
£500 more than an S1000RR, less comfortable, lower power, heavier, slower, worse suspension, worse brakes, No thanks!
Is that the base S1000rr with practically nothing standard?@@richardbrooks4549
I did a test ride on ZX10R and the highlight for Me was how smooth it is,as You said nothing is happening down low but at the top it's a monster that is lifting the wheel in 4th.The worst thing about it for Me is the looks.
I would really like to hear Michael reviewing the first generation ZX-10R, I wonder what he thinks of it.
thank you
Tune it,and its a whole different animal,i have a 23 and its a total beast
With the intro you gotta review the RR
having owned a 2014 model, Mr Neeves is smack on 100% "correctomundo".
The zx10r is super old now, Kawasaki should have released a new one instead of a refresh. But, who am I to complain, I am only interested in supersport 600 bikes as the tracks are too small here in Sweden.
Omg that scared the hell out of me... haha :)
Anybody know what song that was?
Front end is Fugly, but everything else I love about it 🤩
The 2005 was the best year for these imo. Thing was an animal
I am glad they put the word Kawasaki all across the bottom of fairing, it won't get mistaken for a ducati, also the Zx10r logo needs to be 3 times as large, for the visually impared part of the population. Finally I am glad they used 5 Square meters of stickers rather than paint on body work, to break the flow of what would be a stunning bike if painted, take note ducati used vast amounts of stickers on your bikes if you want them to be taken seriously in italian design studios.
The Pankl internals in the RR are constantly being felt at the twiist of the wrist, wow does the RR rev up quick!!!!
Thanks Neeves. All the more reason for me to choose the S1K.
@@robertprosser6856 that's great to know. I love the colour of the ninja but can't ignore the balance on the road and track the beemer gave. Cheers!
Not sure why this Gen 6 doesn't have adjustable footpegs. I have a Gen4 it has the adjustable footpegs. When I say adjustable there are two levels of adjustment on the Gen4.
I had a 2005 when they 1st came out, AMAZING power for its day, paid $9500.00 for it, almost double that now so i would look for maybe an Aprilla or BMW but i am a REAL old crusty at age 66
on the flybys, those pegs do look high up.
Huzzah finally the wait is over
Hi Neevesy - your legs are too long ! If you had legs like mine the ZX10r is perfectly comfortable !! 😂🤣😂🤣 I do love the ZX10r I had a 2012 ABS model, it was a lovely bike for a sports bike !
Can you do 500km in a day comfortably in this?
Zx10r is Very cool Bigbike I Love it
When can we expect 2021 superbike shootout??
Agreed! That’s why the super naked category is taking off. I’d order a super naked touring like the mt10 sp. hopefully we get one in the states when they update. But the s1000xr is looking good also. I do miss a real liter bike. But like he said, we don’t want to ride like a racer to the store. Make it comfortable. Every racers changes it all up anyways. Lol. Or make the RR,RRR,M the racer. The regular bike for the street.
Katana 1000
Or you can have lots of bikes like me depending on what you want to do 😉
Not really the road but have done for the track still waiting for a fuel gauge as well as electronic suspension as standard so I'll stick with my Zx10r 2018 atm 🤣🤣
6:42 that gold
I'm surprised that I really like the styling. My only gripe is the high pegs. At 6'2" with a 34" inseam, it would really be cramped for me.
Buy a set of adjustable aftermarket rearsets. Not a big deal.
Gen4 ZX10R is future classic like the K5/6 GSXR. 197kg without ABS and before removing the cat. Just needed shorter gearing.
Anyone got a link to some handle bar raisers?
Lol. I ended up buying a zx 14. Nice to see this old comment.
I want to see a channel do a mega test with all the big players top spec litre bikes but instead of the usual where they test the mega limited euro5 restricted noise limited nonsense,
I want to see all the bikes with after market full system/trumpets/ecu flash/and geared to match the bike, and a high octane petrol station fuel,
Basically the things most people do,
That would be awesome as i haven't seen anyone do that,
Every big channel does the same old stock mega test but I'm sure im not the only one who wants to see this happen,
MAKE IT HAPPEN 👍
Makes me want one again but my knees hurt just thinking about the pegs! Yep, one of those crusty’s you mentioned here!! 😂
I’d never get my feet up on the pegs with old broken body, still love them though, but I bought the 2020 s1000rr M this time
The Gixxer 1000 still reigns supreme King of sportbikes
Dont kid yourself the gsxr is bottom of the pile these days.
@@stichupman actually it’s still quite popular as well as iconic remember BMW copied the GSXR to bring us the S1000R , sorry but at the bottom of what pile,? The European bikes are cool but at what price and reliability is always in question- and for the average person any super sport will be more than their driving skills could ever handle, that said to each his own. For me I’ll stick with any one of the Japanese bikes(brands) any day of the week,!
@@johnnygorena5318 suzuki is always good value no question in that regard but they are lacking compared to all other 1000cc bikes. And I own a suzuki a TL1000R I love it but it has been massively unreliable.
Gsxr isnt king but its a great bike, best feature is its VVT which gives it the best mid range and its price tag.
Nice review. I quite like it, especially the looks which I'm as surprised as anyone about. With regard to the footpegs, why can't they be adjustable? The GSXR's had them years ago & then stopped for some reason but it's seemingly little touches like that which make all the difference, especially in a class where sales are declining I think? People rightly expect much more from their bikes these days given how much they cost & this is such a simple fix. As is crap ABS.
New rearsets are a must for me, the pegs needs to be 20mm lower minimum.
Cool motorcycle
I wonder what the percentage difference of bike sales that are sold from Kawasaki of bikes that are kawi green vs any other color.
Ugh the rider triangle seems awful. As a 2008 zx10r rider that finds the bike super uncomfortable, what are the most comfortable liter bikes stock? I want leg room!
2007 4c8 - 2014 14b R1's really comfey for sportsbike i have had or ridden them all
Thanks guys. Looks like I need to sit on some bikes.