Hello!
Allow me to introduce myself, at least in terms of the Kawi blood that blasts though these veins of mine:
I am a long-time Kawasaki rider. Started with a KZ650 (loved that bike), then a KZ750, then a ZRX11 (nice machine). Unfortunately the ZRX11 blew up last November. I knew my next ride had to be the GTR14, but I just couldn’t afford it at the time, so I bought a Versys. After the roads finally started drying out this spring (I commute all year), I really began to enjoy the Versys. My initial disappointment with the lack of horses was offset by the sheer pleasure of throwing her around the B roads here in Inverclyde. The Versys’ handling was exceptional.
Enter the Dragon:
I just came into a few quid, so I finally picked up my GTR last week. The quids were few, so I had to trade in the Versys. Wish I could have kept her. (Maybe someday I’ll be able to afford a stable). But I got a good deal.
The Dragon: what a machine! I’m just today at 600 miles, so I’ve not yet explored the fun stuff, but I’m well impressed. My only problem is that my hands get right sore, all the way up to my elbows. I’m hoping the BMW Sport Grips I ordered will help – we’ll see.
I’ve recently started a blog about life here in Gourock, Scotland. So far several of my posts have been about the GTR, and I foresee many more to come.
Check it out and feel free to leave comments.
I’ve been reading these GTR forums for a few months now and have found them invaluable. I look forward to more such excellence in the GTR days ahead.
Andrew
