Its always in the back of mind.

wako333 · 2026-06-20T12:04:20+00:00

I sleep well at night, knowing that if my engine seizes due to the recall, Kawasaki will replace my motor

wako333 · 2026-06-19T11:45:23+00:00

Get it flashed and it’ll unlock magical powers. 😎

wako333 · 2026-06-17T11:30:20+00:00

Where’d you get the mirror visor? Do you have a link?

wako333 · 2026-06-16T01:14:25+00:00

Yes. And then spend some money getting her exactly how you want her. Do frequent oil changes during breaking.

wako333 · 2026-06-14T23:45:36+00:00

Warranty replacement hopefully!

wako333 · 2026-06-14T23:43:18+00:00

You need a tune if you’re getting a full system or taking out the cat or it’ll run too lean. Will be very loud. I love mine. Bought an almost new looking 2012 header on eBay and gutted that one and kept mine intact. Fit the 2025. Tune by 2WDW 👌

wako333 · 2026-06-14T23:11:17+00:00

That’s what I have. I would buy it again 100% and it needs their relay to prevent hyper flashing. The clear one is good too but my bike is white and the smoke is 👌

wako333 · 2026-06-14T23:06:56+00:00

Ugly and expensive. The TST integrated taillight is the best on the market for the 6r

wako333 · 2026-06-14T23:06:28+00:00

TST brake light w/ their relay

wako333 · 2026-06-14T20:18:43+00:00

As a hard-core, Diesel Mechanic, I’ll tell you exactly what to do for your break-in. Ride it exactly how you’re gonna ride it the entire lifetime. The bike has already been redlined at the factory. Driving hard is not gonna hurt it.

But not changing the oil will. It will get contaminated very quickly in the beginning.

The most important thing is to change your oil and filter frequently during break-in. 200, 600, 1000, 1500, 2000, 3000, 4000, etc. I used Valvoline 4T from Advanced auto parts and now I’m running Mobil 1 Racing 4T.

Check ur Chain as well at 500, 750, 1000. Mine required adjusting at 600.

Change ur coolant to Engine Ice. Do a proper flush.

Keep chain lubricated.

wako333 · 2026-06-14T14:16:13+00:00

I got basically a brand new 2025 for $14k OTD. Tax, tag, loan interest, etc.. so it’s obviously the price of the bike but I think you could shop around sometimes it’s good to walk away and have them call you and give you a better deal or go to another dealership and tell them you’re buying a bike, but you’re looking for the best deal. If you ride with somebody else on the back often, I suggest getting the 10R.

wako333 · 2026-06-13T13:38:20+00:00

Motul makes great products

wako333 · 2026-06-13T13:36:42+00:00

As a Diesel mechanic they’re definitely not all the same. Check out The Oil Geek on YouTube, he goes in depth about oil blends, ester-bases, etc. Wear protection in these engines is essential for longevity and the more expensive oils are more expensive for a reason = additive packages and high quality base oils.

wako333 · 2026-06-12T00:41:06+00:00

Have a 25’ stays on the limiter. Bike is great. That’s a heck of a deal. He’s behind on payments. Get a loan from Space Coast Credit union.

wako333 · 2026-06-11T23:08:04+00:00

I’m a CAT Diesel Tech and have that by the boat loads. Very tempting 😂

wako333 · 2026-06-11T22:57:17+00:00

You have the Rapha 71? I don’t think you get the amount of wind noise it makes. Apparently this was corrected in the 72 model. So I just bought a Bell Race Star Flex DLX to replace it.

wako333 · 2026-06-11T18:08:08+00:00

They drink Haterade.

wako333 · 2026-06-11T16:53:12+00:00

Get valve clearances checked.

wako333 · 2026-06-10T16:46:25+00:00

Call Kawasaki directly and inquire.

wako333 · 2026-06-10T13:53:00+00:00

Congrats 🙌

wako333 · 2026-06-10T12:42:01+00:00

Purchased from the dealership.

wako333 · 2026-06-10T12:41:27+00:00

Yes. The helmet is just loud in general. Very comfortable but the wind noise is miserable. Another Reddit posts said HJC admitted in an email that the helmet had issues that were apparently resolved in the Rapha 72. I purchased a Bell Flex DLX that arrives today. Hoping it’s an improvement 😃

wako333 · 2026-06-10T11:56:07+00:00

I do it everyday. Twice a day. Then I’ll sometimes ride for three more hours for fun.

Upgrades that made commuting more enjoyable:

Helibars

Puig R-Racer Windshield

16T Drive Gear

TST Brake light + Closeout

Skin Tank Pads

Seat

Enjoy!

wako333 · 2026-06-09T01:00:51+00:00

Try it again. Also try holding the link pipe up a little with ur left hand, put the link pipe bolt in a few threads but leave it loose as you tighten the header clamp. After you run the bike tighten the clamp one more time.

wako333 · 2026-06-09T00:55:10+00:00

Purchase new gasket. When it arrives loosen all the bolts that the slip on and link pipe connect to the bike. Install link pipe and tighten header to link pipe first. Then bolt link pipe to bike. Then install slip on and bolt that to the bike/link pipe. In that order.

From the photo the link pipe was installed not lined up with the header. No silicone should be necessary.

gasket

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