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- Second hand advice Kawasaki 1400 GTR The large touring motorcycle from Kawasaki as a used one
- Inspection / market situation
- Technical specifications
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Kawasaki 1400 GTR used advice
Second hand advice Kawasaki 1400 GTR
The large touring motorcycle from Kawasaki as a used one
Travel in comfort and still swing dynamically in curves? The 1400 GTR has united these virtues since it was first introduced. As a used vehicle, it is accordingly in demand.
Roman Kirschbauer
04/12/2012
That the 1400 GTR is a real boom is out of the question. At the start of sales at the turn of the year 2007/2008, Kawa accurately classified the motorcycle under the concept “Mega sport touring” on. With a 1520 millimeter wheelbase and the engine taken from the ZZR 1400, which is designed for more torque and drivability, you can travel comfortably and, above all, quickly. Even if the 155 HP and 136 Nm from the low rev range below 3000 rpm miss a little bang, the GTR gallops off without having to gasp in between. An even power output and noticeable but well-damped load change reactions make the flying sofa cushion perfect together with a pleasant, sporty sitting position. In general, the handling of this motorcycle weighing over 300 kilograms is astonishingly good.
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The overall rather tight chassis design keeps the GTR safely on course. The Kawa only shuttles a little above 200 km / h. However, the standard suitcases (35 liters each) also contribute to this, as they cover a good quarter of the rearview mirror’s field of vision. Casual odds and ends; Because the GTR offers not only a stepless adjustment of the intake camshaft (variable valve control), but also an anti-hopping clutch, an electronic tire pressure control, a low-maintenance cardan drive and the longest rear silencer ever seen in the wild. If you are looking for a reliable tourer for relaxed travel and still like to keep the pace at a brisk pace, you should include the Kawa in your loot scheme. Provided you are ready to invest at least 8,000 euros. In return, the buyer not only receives a lot of bulk, but also a well-engineered, ultra-modern travel steamer, which from 2010 even has traction control on board.
Inspection / market situation
manufacturer
Complex swing arm construction: The Tetra-Lever rear wheel suspension is intended to reduce the load change reactions typical for cardan drives to a minimum.
The GTR engine is considered to be very stable. The four-cylinder engine passed the MOTORRAD endurance test in the ZZR 1400 without any incidents or abnormalities. The from Kawasaki The four-year guarantee granted from the start increases the chance that the 1400 GTR has been regularly serviced: Check! The dealers nationwide are not aware of any significant weaknesses. Nevertheless, there were recalls: the switches for the headlight range control, the side case lock and the luggage rack of the first series were improved. The years of construction 2008 and 2009 were also retrofitted with a rear brake pedal cover to ensure smooth operation. All of this should already have been replaced under warranty. Useful and often installed accessories are: shorter rear silencer, navigation system, top case, higher windshield and heated grips (only A8F and A9F, after that as standard).
Market situation
The high new price of almost 16,000 euros (A8F) was typical for this class, but it put off many customers. The moderate new registrations are reflected in the used market offer. There are only just under 70 copies in the relevant Internet exchanges. In contrast, the demand is very high. Especially models under 10,000 euros change hands quickly. This makes selling rather difficult for both private individuals and dealers. “Jackpot models” or older new machines that have not been sold compete with the used ones. Mileage over 50,000 is a rarity due to its relatively recent history. Whether the first or second series of the GTR is not necessarily price-deciding – if you want more extensive equipment, you should look out for models from 2010 onwards.
Technical specifications
Technological overkill? The ignition key system consists of two components: key and transponder. The key remains on the vehicle without it being possible to start.
engine
Water-cooled four-cylinder four-stroke in-line engine, four valves per cylinder, bucket tappets, two balance shafts, two overhead, chain-driven camshafts, wet sump lubrication, injection, regulated catalytic converter with secondary air system, hydraulically operated multi-plate oil bath clutch, six-speed gearbox, cardan.
Bore x stroke 84.0 x 61.0 mm
Cubic capacity 1352 cm³
rated capacity 114 kW (155 PS) at 8800 rpm
Max. Torque 136 Nm at 6200 rpm
landing gear
Bridge frame made of aluminum, upside-down fork, adjustable spring base and rebound damping, two-jointed two-arm swing arm made of aluminum, central spring strut with lever system, adjustable spring base and rebound damping, double disc brake at the front, disc brake at the rear, ABS.
Cast aluminum wheels 3.50 x 17; 6.00 x 17
Tires 120/70 ZR 17; 190/50 ZR 17
Dimensions + weights
Wheelbase 1520 mm, steering head angle 63.9 degrees, caster 112 mm, spring travel f / r 113/136 mm, seat height 815 mm, dry weight 279 kg, tank capacity 22 liters.
Measurements (MOTORRAD 17/2007)
Top speed * 255 km / h
acceleration
0-100 km / h 3.2 sec
Draft
60-100 km / h 5.6 sec
consumption
4.8 l / 100 km (country road),
5.0 l / 100 km (at 130 km / h)
Facelift
manufacturer
One look in the rearview mirror is enough to make sure that the suitcase is still there. Even the higher levels from 2010 onwards did not bring any real improvement.
2007
Market launch in late summer (model year 2008 – code ZG1400A8F) Ready-to-drive weight 313 kg, gross vehicle weight 508 kg. Colors: black, silver Price: 15,750 euros; Approvals in D: 1247 pieces.
2009
Technically and visually unchanged, model code A9F, color: blue. Price: 16 255 euros; Approvals in D: 93 pieces.
2010
Major model revision, code CAF, traction control and petrol-saving mode as standard, new ABS unit, combination braking system, seven centimeters higher windshield, ventilation slots in the cockpit area, heated grips as standard, rearview mirror and exhaust four centimeters higher, hooks for tank bag attachment, outside temperature display, payload of 228 kilograms raised. Colors: blue, gray. Price: 16,995 euros; Approvals in D: 178 pieces.
2011
Unchanged model – code CBF. Colors: black, green. Price: 17 495 euros; Approvals in D: 138 pieces.
2012
Front brake discs and pads changed. Price unchanged; Approvals in Germany by March: 55 pieces.
Callbacks
February 2008: Replacement of the pannier lock and the luggage rack; May 2008 call for retrofitting the headlight adjustment knob; January 2009: Installation of a rear brake pedal cover.
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