Final thoughts on the GZ

Joho · 03-29-2009, 09:25 PM

I've had the GZ since last May; so about a year. Over this time, I've put about 13k miles on the old gal. This includes a trip to Washington DC, and a trip to Ft Lauderdale, FL.

I've saved 2400 in insurance costs since selling my automobile (hooray for being a <25 male) and saved hundreds on gas, but have spent perhaps 500 on oil, tires, accessories, etc. So all in all the GZ has been very economical! I've also had loads of fun!

But, in the end, the GZ is too underpowered for my needs. The ergonomics are perfect, and the bike is light enough to toss around in the twisties, but the GZ falls just short of "fast enough for everything".

I've gotten a lot of info from this site, and it has been very helpful for many things. So allow me to bear witness to next two points!

1. The GZ runs better with a slightly richer mixture and the exhaust "punched" (not drilled), and the sound is better! Not louder, just deeper.
2. The GZ has consistently run better with Regular-grade gasoline.

Take it easy guys!

blaine · 02-26-2010, 01:24 AM

Were I live speed limit is 55MPH.GZ is perfect.

Moedad · 02-26-2010, 12:28 PM

Blaine, are you on a quest to resurrect threads that have been dead for 8 months to a year? This is the second one now.

alanmcorcoran · 02-26-2010, 03:46 PM

At least he is perusing the site and (perhaps) using the search function. The level of discourse on here had started to dwindle and, even though some of these have been beaten to death, I guess I welcome any fresh activity.

Moedad · 02-26-2010, 03:57 PM

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Originally Posted by alanmcorcoran

At least he is perusing the site and (perhaps) using the search function. The level of discourse on here had started to dwindle and, even though some of these have been beaten to death, I guess I welcome any fresh activity.

Good point, Alan.

Water Warrior 2 · 02-26-2010, 04:00 PM

Doesn't hurt to read and comment. It might even bring out new info from some one else along the way. This time of year we need all the help we can get.

Moedad · 02-26-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Water Warrior

Doesn't hurt to read and comment. It might even bring out new info from some one else along the way. This time of year we need all the help we can get.

You, sir, have a good point as well.

patrick_777 · 02-26-2010, 05:25 PM

Some of these zombie (back from the dead) threads bring up some "oh yeah" moments as well. Let's just leave the real contentious ones be though.

blaine · 02-27-2010, 01:48 AM

Only found this site couple months ago.just trying to join in.only have BLACKBERRY no computer.

mrlmd1 · 02-27-2010, 09:47 AM

Post away. All participation is welcome if it adds something for everyone.

03-29-2009, 09:25 PM	#1
Joho Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 44	Final thoughts on the GZ I've had the GZ since last May; so about a year. Over this time, I've put about 13k miles on the old gal. This includes a trip to Washington DC, and a trip to Ft Lauderdale, FL. I've saved 2400 in insurance costs since selling my automobile (hooray for being a <25 male) and saved hundreds on gas, but have spent perhaps 500 on oil, tires, accessories, etc. So all in all the GZ has been very economical! I've also had loads of fun! But, in the end, the GZ is too underpowered for my needs. The ergonomics are perfect, and the bike is light enough to toss around in the twisties, but the GZ falls just short of "fast enough for everything". I've gotten a lot of info from this site, and it has been very helpful for many things. So allow me to bear witness to next two points! 1. The GZ runs better with a slightly richer mixture and the exhaust "punched" (not drilled), and the sound is better! Not louder, just deeper. 2. The GZ has consistently run better with Regular-grade gasoline. Take it easy guys! Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-26-2010, 01:24 AM	#2
blaine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: P.E.I. Canada Posts: 3,784	Re: Final thoughts on the GZ Were I live speed limit is 55MPH.GZ is perfect. __________________ If at first you do succeed, try not to look surprised.
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02-26-2010, 12:28 PM	#3
Moedad Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 642	Re: Final thoughts on the GZ Blaine, are you on a quest to resurrect threads that have been dead for 8 months to a year? This is the second one now. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-26-2010, 03:46 PM	#4
alanmcorcoran Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 2,926	Re: Final thoughts on the GZ At least he is perusing the site and (perhaps) using the search function. The level of discourse on here had started to dwindle and, even though some of these have been beaten to death, I guess I welcome any fresh activity. __________________ [hr:5yt6ldkq][/hr:5yt6ldkq] http://alanmarkcorcoran.com Motorcycles, Music, Musings and More…
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02-26-2010, 04:00 PM	#6
Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Re: Final thoughts on the GZ Doesn't hurt to read and comment. It might even bring out new info from some one else along the way. This time of year we need all the help we can get.
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02-26-2010, 05:25 PM	#8
patrick_777 Senior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 1,763	Re: Final thoughts on the GZ Some of these zombie (back from the dead) threads bring up some "oh yeah" moments as well. Let's just leave the real contentious ones be though. __________________ ]I am hiding in Honduras. I am a desperate man. Send lawyers, guns and money. The shit has hit the fan.
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02-27-2010, 01:48 AM	#9
blaine Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: P.E.I. Canada Posts: 3,784	Re: Final thoughts on the GZ Only found this site couple months ago.just trying to join in.only have BLACKBERRY no computer. __________________ If at first you do succeed, try not to look surprised.
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02-27-2010, 09:47 AM	#10
mrlmd1 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Crawfordville, Florida Posts: 2,853	Re: Final thoughts on the GZ Post away. All participation is welcome if it adds something for everyone.
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