Good Allrounder (Kawasaki ER-5)

Member Name: mzfiend

Product:	Kawasaki ER-5
Date:	09/12/00 (3817 review reads)
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Advantages: Engine, Handling, Finish

Disadvantages: Fuel tank could be larger

I've owned my ER5 for nearly 4 years now. I've covered nearly 14000 miles in that time with no problems whatsoever. This bike is not known as a touring motorcycle but mine has travelled, two-up, fully loaded with luggage up and down the Pyrenees, the Alps and across France. It has impressed me with its willing engine and good handling. The bike cruises happily at 90mph although fuel consumption drops to about 35mpg. This is as mentioned, fully loaded. Ridden solo this improves to 60mpg. Top speed is about 120mph in good conditions. Servicing costs are reasonable at £110 per 4000 miles. Tyres seem to last about 5000 miles rear 6000 front. I use a Scottoiler and the chain seems to have loads of life left. Kawasaki used to have a poor reputation for their finish quality. My ER5 is still looking good with just a few rusty fasterners here and there. To sum up then, a brillant little machine, fast enough for real life and great fun too.

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