Well, I am from South Africa and on occasion i have read this forum. It all started when i purchased a brand new black 2007 zx14 in 2008. One of the left over models, so i got it at a good price. I did a lot off searching on this and other zx14 forums. So i knew about the "cracking" frames etc of the early models, but i also knew what a beautiful bike the zx14 was and i just had to have one.
At that stage i was riding a 1983 GPZ 900, but she had too make way for something new, and all i wanted was a black zx14.
In South Africa we are very very fortunate that we have some of the best roads for bike riding. The condition of our roads is mostly good and then we also have the good fortune of being able to ride the whole year. As a matter of fact the best time for us is during winter. We also don't have the stringent noise level and pollution level laws. Most off the time we get away with riding without number plates. We do have ONE disadvantage; CRIME....
So to cut this long introduction short, My black zx14 was stolen in April 2010. No insurance so no new bike.
BUT I HAVE JUST COME BACK FROM THE LOCAL KAWASAKI DEALER AND IT SEEMS THAT I MAY HAVE A 2011 ZX14 IN THE DRIVEWAY BEFORE LONG. Or i must wait for the 2012. Don't think i can wait as it has been a year and a half without riding...
New 2011 ZX14 Black - 1979 450 SLC Mercedes - 1970 Alfa GT Junior 1750.