That is the question. How many miles can/should the Z1000 last before the motor is shot? I know how careful you maintain it and ride it plays a factor. Those of you with first or second gens with a lot of miles, whats your mileage and what kind of major mechanical issues have you experienced as a result of all those miles? I bought my 2013 in July and was planning on selling it when I met a girl and got married, that hasnt happened yet, but now I'm thinking of keeping it forever! Or, as long it'll last. I've heard of some bikers having sport bikes for well over 100k and my thought is, why not more?? Like over 200k? Why would a 4 cylinder in a car last well over 200k but a bike's 4 banger not?? Any thoughts/experiences on this topic are welcome and wanted.
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People don't typically keep motorcycles as long as cars because they're generally considered recreational vehicles instead of utility (there are exceptions, including myself, who DD their bikes). That results in people driving more recklessly, which results in more abuse to the engine and other parts, high turnover, and people wrecking their bikes. This is why you rarely hear about motorcycles "lasting a long time".
That said, these engines put out more power/liter than typical car engines. The engine also makes more revolutions per mile than cars. All that means the engine will wear a little faster, but there's no reason a bike can't last 100k miles or more with proper maintenance.
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That said, these engines put out more power/liter than typical car engines. The engine also makes more revolutions per mile than cars. All that means the engine will wear a little faster, but there's no reason a bike can't last 100k miles or more with proper maintenance.
my $0.02
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