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  • #1

    60 years

    I was going to wait until next month to trot this out …

    Happy (early) 60th birthday to me

    From a friend I got a deal I couldn’t refuse on a ZX14R.​ 20,205 miles, bone stock, number 99 of 300.
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    While I am master of my sword, I shall never think any man greater than myself.
    ~Eumenes of Cardia

    I'd rather wake up in the middle of nowhere than in any city on earth. ~Steve McQueen

    I work over by worlds of fun. ~JimmyMac

    My photo album - http://zzrbikes.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=146333
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  • #2
    Ha! Happy birthday to you Chris! Even if early. The story continues and don't blame you for snagging a good one before they are gone. Never seen that colour scheme before either? Looks classy!
    Young riders pick a destination and go. Old riders pick a direction and go.
    A motorcycle can't sing on the streets of a city.

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    • #3
      PS Get rid of the godawful bazookas and you are set!
      Young riders pick a destination and go. Old riders pick a direction and go.
      A motorcycle can't sing on the streets of a city.
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      • #4
        Congratulations Chris! Happy Early Birthday! That is a beautiful machine. The 30 th anniversary addition as well.


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        I have neither the time,or the inclination, to explain myself to a man, who rises and sleep under the blanket of the very freedom that I provide, and then questions the manner, in which I provide it. I'd rather you just say 'thank you' and go on your way.

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        • #5
          Congratulations Chris
          My ol' ZZR1200 pics:
          http://zzrbikes.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=156883

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          • #6
            Very cool. I really want one of those but too many other things going on right now.
            You have 2 really nice choices.
            "If it ain't broke, don't fix it...
            but sometimes it just needs a mod"

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            • #7
              Happy Birthday
              .. and Congratulations for owning such great pieces of mechanical technology.

              While the elite pushes for ecological transition and electric engines, I enjoy the power of a 1200cc 4 strokes engine fed by 4 x 40mm. carburetors.

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              • #8
                Originally posted by philabeg View Post
                PS Get rid of the godawful bazookas and you are set!
                Soon as a I saw it, I thought the exact same thing.

                And a happy birthday to you, sir.
                Lee

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                • #9
                  Chris likes bazookas peace

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                  • #10
                    Thanks guys. The Akrapovics that I want are on the drawing board, but not - yet - in the budget. I still have insurance sticker shock.

                    We will see what happens.

                    I'm interested in other slip-on options with stainless packing if you have suggestions.

                    No 4-into-1s or full systems.


                    While I am master of my sword, I shall never think any man greater than myself.
                    ~Eumenes of Cardia

                    I'd rather wake up in the middle of nowhere than in any city on earth. ~Steve McQueen

                    I work over by worlds of fun. ~JimmyMac

                    My photo album - http://zzrbikes.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=146333

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                    • #11
                      Happy birthday & congratulations on your new ride!

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                      • #12
                        Now that there is a pretty little ride!

                        Examine Rep C.jpg here for farkle ideas...

                        "The Price of Speed is Eternal Vigilance" 2015 ZX14R 30th, Four Kids
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                        • #13
                          Originally posted by gregness View Post
                          Now that there is a pretty little ride!

                          Examine Rep C.jpg here for farkle ideas...
                          That's a good lookin' bike, Greg

                          I remember it from our 2015 Idaho ride.

                          Farkle to do list:

                          Center stand
                          Radiator screen
                          Crash protectors
                          Strap-on tank bag
                          Givi top case bracket (already have the case)
                          ECU flash
                          Slip-ons
                          And somdeday ... an Ohlins TTX39

                          Any advice appreciated.


                          While I am master of my sword, I shall never think any man greater than myself.
                          ~Eumenes of Cardia

                          I'd rather wake up in the middle of nowhere than in any city on earth. ~Steve McQueen

                          I work over by worlds of fun. ~JimmyMac

                          My photo album - http://zzrbikes.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=146333
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                          • #14
                            Congrats on the new ride and the upcoming 60th. I like buying bikes the same way, low mileage, well cared for and with a significantly depreciated price from new. That's a great looking ride. Here's wishing you many happy miles together.
                            Last edited by NotDeadYet; 10-15-2022, 10:28 AM.


                            "I tried being reasonable, I didn't like it!"
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                            • #15
                              Thanks Dave. As far as aging well with 200+ horsepower on tap, you are my inspiration


                              While I am master of my sword, I shall never think any man greater than myself.
                              ~Eumenes of Cardia

                              I'd rather wake up in the middle of nowhere than in any city on earth. ~Steve McQueen

                              I work over by worlds of fun. ~JimmyMac

                              My photo album - http://zzrbikes.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=146333
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