What's the fuel range you're getting per tank on the Z9?

Lighter, yes. But I still wont recommend any motorcycle with 100bhp for anyone just starting on a clutch motorcycle.

I had to learn this the hard way.

Three crashes and a broken shoulder that's what. The first crash just on the second day of owning my Z8

Was sweating bullets every time I tried riding again after each crash. Had to force myself to ride daily to work for a few years to finally be comfortable when riding.

Pretty sure it's normal due to kawasaki's gearbox. Happens because of improper engagement of the gear. You need to shift gears more "engagingly" as in use some force with your foot when shifting.

Happened to me once in a while on both my Z800 and zx10 especially when I'm just lazily cruising around. I tend to get sloppy with my shifting during those kind of rides.

Oh, make sure your clutch is properly adjusted as well.

This post has been edited by DeFaeco: Apr 17 2019, 09:31 AM

Yup.

I noticed using a thicker 15/50w oil reduces this significantly. Previously were using 10/40w.