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I had a pretty eventful week. I was looking at renting a track bike for a couple of days over the summer to try to get back into track riding.
However, as things inevitably do, I applied some man maths and saw an '05 zx10r for sale (which I've got a soft spot for after owning one a few years back) and ended up buying it by virtue of a low ball Ebay bid.
A few months ago I also picked up a BMW k1200s. I picked a well used example (read not very expensive) to see if I could get along with a 'softer' bike than is typical for me. Turns out it totally fab for my commute - quick, comfortable and safe (with ABS etc). It's also mechanically sound, since it was owned by a BMW tech.
However, at the time, I was torn between that, or just going for a newer example. I'd left my Ebay alerts turned on, and when I saw a very low mileage k1300s in my chosen colour scheme be put up for sale, I made another cheeky offer. Low and behold, he accepted it.
So, my next job is to make space in the garage for my growing collection, then try to get the k1200s tarted up and up for sale!
However, as things inevitably do, I applied some man maths and saw an '05 zx10r for sale (which I've got a soft spot for after owning one a few years back) and ended up buying it by virtue of a low ball Ebay bid.
A few months ago I also picked up a BMW k1200s. I picked a well used example (read not very expensive) to see if I could get along with a 'softer' bike than is typical for me. Turns out it totally fab for my commute - quick, comfortable and safe (with ABS etc). It's also mechanically sound, since it was owned by a BMW tech.
However, at the time, I was torn between that, or just going for a newer example. I'd left my Ebay alerts turned on, and when I saw a very low mileage k1300s in my chosen colour scheme be put up for sale, I made another cheeky offer. Low and behold, he accepted it.
So, my next job is to make space in the garage for my growing collection, then try to get the k1200s tarted up and up for sale!
OP, do you need any spare parts for your ZX10R??
I've had 2 of these bikes and love them however due to commitments I had to sell them later buying an 09 & 16 plate. I still have some spares for the 05 if you want them for track days as they are just sitting in the loft gathering dust.
Think I have a couple of OE end cans and other bits and bobs. Free to collect
I've had 2 of these bikes and love them however due to commitments I had to sell them later buying an 09 & 16 plate. I still have some spares for the 05 if you want them for track days as they are just sitting in the loft gathering dust.
Think I have a couple of OE end cans and other bits and bobs. Free to collect
yajeed said:
I’d never say no to some spares :-)
I’m not sure where you are though, so how viable collection is.
I’d pay for postage if you could be bothered!
Im in the Midlands. I'm back in the uk Wednesday so ill make a list of whats there and let you know, see if they are of any use for you.I’m not sure where you are though, so how viable collection is.
I’d pay for postage if you could be bothered!
Mechanically it’s fantastic.
Cosmetically, it’s not! The plastics are fine, but even low mileage bikes suffer from corrosion. Mine is no exception since It’s also done over 50k Miles (though there is a 1300s for sale at the moment with double that).
So, it certainly won’t appeal to everyone, but it’s extremely fast and capable so I’m sure it’ll sell.
I don’t want to advertise on the forum, but it’d be cheap!
Cosmetically, it’s not! The plastics are fine, but even low mileage bikes suffer from corrosion. Mine is no exception since It’s also done over 50k Miles (though there is a 1300s for sale at the moment with double that).
So, it certainly won’t appeal to everyone, but it’s extremely fast and capable so I’m sure it’ll sell.
I don’t want to advertise on the forum, but it’d be cheap!
yajeed said:
That’s really kind of you - thanks very much.
I havent forgotten about this 
just been super busy.I have a lot of 09 parts i need to sort through but a quick look had me realising i have 2 x OE end cans for a 2005 ZX10R which are used but fine for track day replacements if you want them.
Im away again until 24th and i can have a look through my other boxes.
Thanks! A spare exhaust would be great, but no rush at all.
I also need to find myself some crash protection and either repair or replace the plastic infill parts at the side of the seat since they seem to be about to fall to pieces.
Other than that, the bike seems to be a good ‘un. It certainly feels comparable to my 1198 at the top end, so I’m looking forward to getting out on it properly.
The BMW deal seems to be falling through. I’ve been offered an EBR 1190sx, which I’ve been lusting after for a while. However, I’ve no idea how to determine a fair price, given their situation.
I also need to find myself some crash protection and either repair or replace the plastic infill parts at the side of the seat since they seem to be about to fall to pieces.
Other than that, the bike seems to be a good ‘un. It certainly feels comparable to my 1198 at the top end, so I’m looking forward to getting out on it properly.
The BMW deal seems to be falling through. I’ve been offered an EBR 1190sx, which I’ve been lusting after for a while. However, I’ve no idea how to determine a fair price, given their situation.
As predicted, the k1300s seller flaked out with a tall story of woe.
However, I found another and picked it up yesterday.
First impressions are great - effortlessly covers ground, and is definitely a step up in quality from the 1200s, smooth and refined but feels really solidly built too.
I ended up travelling over 120 leptons on local A road sweepers, which it handled with aplomb.
The quick shifter is something I didn’t particularly look for, but it’s a revelation.
Gratuitous picture when home...
However, I found another and picked it up yesterday.
First impressions are great - effortlessly covers ground, and is definitely a step up in quality from the 1200s, smooth and refined but feels really solidly built too.
I ended up travelling over 120 leptons on local A road sweepers, which it handled with aplomb.
The quick shifter is something I didn’t particularly look for, but it’s a revelation.
Gratuitous picture when home...
It took me by surprise how the 1200 and 1300 are so different considering how similar they look. I didn't really get on with the 1200, especially that clucky gear box. Had the 1200S for a while then the 1300S for a short time before having the ZZR for 13 months. Recently bought the 1300R as I wanted to feel the speed instead of the fairing absorbing it all.....hopefully helps keep things a little slower or at least the fast bits for a shorter period!
Great colour on your 13S! Cant tell from the pic but the Akropovic can gives a realy nice pop when you use the quick shifter, maybe not worth the price but you do seem to be good at grabbing a bargain!
Great colour on your 13S! Cant tell from the pic but the Akropovic can gives a realy nice pop when you use the quick shifter, maybe not worth the price but you do seem to be good at grabbing a bargain!
Yup, different animals, just look very similar.
I’m pretty chuffed with it. It’s also practically the only bike I saw with no corrosion on the final drive or engine case, which is a bonus.
It currently has a Remus hexacone titanium/carbon exhaust. Sounds nice with the baffles in (haven’t tried within yet), but the Akro definitely looks better so I’ll probably try to get hold of one at some point.
I’m pretty chuffed with it. It’s also practically the only bike I saw with no corrosion on the final drive or engine case, which is a bonus.
It currently has a Remus hexacone titanium/carbon exhaust. Sounds nice with the baffles in (haven’t tried within yet), but the Akro definitely looks better so I’ll probably try to get hold of one at some point.
Yes the K nemesis! I have the Flakey paint on the underside of my engine and a couple of bubbles on the final shaft. Seeing as I do about 1,200 miles a month I dodn't want to spend a fortune. I just keep on top of it with th ecleaning and a healthy dose of ACF-50, so far seems to have stopped it from getting worse.
The baffle has to come out....its a rule!!
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