Kawasaki Ninja tech info
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* Price shown is based on the manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and is subject to change. MSRP excludes destination fees, optional accessories, applicable taxes, installation, setup and/or other dealer fees.Riders who want real world, open class performance need to look no further than the upgraded 2014 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ANTILOCKING BRAKES sportbike. With an unmistakably aggressive profile that could only come from the Ninja family tree, this premium quality sportbike has the perfect combination of power, handling, looks, technology and rideability. Key Features UPGRADED 1,043cc inline-four with DFI offers even more power and torque for effortless passing and backroads entertainment NEW KTRC Traction Control system features 3 different modes for max performance and enhanced rider confidence in varying conditions NEW Selectable Power Modes offer a choice between full power and approx 50 percent power output to help suit changing conditions NEW One-piece monobloc radial-mount front brake calipers offer superb braking power and control, along with a premium laser-etched Kawasaki logo and black alumite finish NEW Taller 6th gear provides a more relaxed ride when covering highway miles NEW Analog + Digital instrument cluster includes a large tachometer and a digital display with a wealth of info current bike conditions and settings NEW Remote rear spring preload adjuster allows quick tuning for passenger and luggage weight NEW Subframe with built-in compatibility for Kawasaki's new accessory saddlebag mounts NEW Optional dealer-installed saddlebags are cleanly integrated with the new subframe and can be removed in seconds and leave a clean, rack-free tail section Relaxed, upright riding position contributes to all-day comfort and impressive maneuverability Lightweight aluminum frame is narrow and tuned to transmit optimal feedback to the rider Fully adjustable inverted fork has settings designed for sporty performance and ride quality Design of horizontal back-link rear suspension contributes to mass centralization Radial-mounted front brake calipers combine with the radial-pump front brake master cylinder and ANTILOCKING BRAKES to offer superb control and feel Sleek, supersport styling gives the Ninja 1000 a distinctive look Larger fuel capacity offers substantial range Wind screenis adjustable to 3 positions, allowing for optimum wind and weather protectionDOHC, 16-valve, 1,043cc Engine 1,043cc liquid-cooled inline-four offers true open-class power from idle to redline NEW Cylinder connecting passageways reduce pumping losses and improve mid-to-high RPM performance NEW Intake cams provide improved low-to-midrange torque Easily accessible torque offers instant thrust for max rider satisfaction Bore and stroke dimensions of 77.0 x 56.0mm offer an ideal balance of peak power and low and mid-range flexibility 38mm Keihin throttle bodies cram the air/fuel mixture directly into combustion chambers via downdraft intakes for max power Oval sub-throttles help keep the engine slim, and a slim midsection allows an ideal bike/rider interface for max comfort and control Engine's rev limiter comes into play softly, providing usable overrev character because power doesn't drop off suddenly at high RPM The engine's relatively low crankshaft position allows a moderately long stroke without adding engine height A secondary engine balancer, driven off a gear on the 6th web of the crankshaft, eliminates excess vibration and contributes to rider comfortUPGRADED Cool Air System Intake system routes cool air to the airbox via ducts in the fairing, minimizing performance loss due to heated intake air UPGRADED Airbox features additional atmospheric intakes to further enhance the engine's intoxicating intake howl NEW Non-woven air filter element provides better flow for enhanced high-RPM performance REVISED Velocity stacks are now equal-length and provide improved throttle response and a more exciting engine character Intake ducts are positioned close to the rider to allow the intake howl to be heard and enjoyedExhaust System The exhaust system features a 4-into-2-pre-chamber-into-2 layout to provide ample silencer volume without requiring excess bulk in the rear mufflers Main and pre-catalyzers ensure cleaner emissions Exhaust system offers excellent mass centralization and contributes to a low center of gravitySlim-type Fuel Pump Slim-type fuel pump features an integral fuel level sensor with enhanced accuracy for 2014 Fuel tank design and slim-type fuel pump minimizes dead volume inside the tank; fuel capacity is 5.0 gallonsNEW Monobloc ANTI LOCK BRAKES Brakes with Petal-type Rotors NEW One-piece monobloc radial-mount front brake calipers offer superb braking power and control, along with a premium quality look from their laser-etched Kawasaki logo and black alumite finish Small and lightweight ANTILOCKING BRAKES unit with a high-spec ECU is capable of detailed calculations for ultra-smooth operation A low-battery mode maintains ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM function as best as possible when the battery charge is low. In this mode, ANTI LOCK BRAKES timing and pressure relief functions are maintained to help preserve brake effectiveness (although riders will notice that ANTILOCKING BRAKES operation is less smooth than in normal mode) Petal-type 300mm front brake rotors are full-on sportbike hardware A radial-pump front brake master cylinder contributes to the superb control and feel offered by these high-end monobloc calipers The rear brake is a single-piston, pin-slide caliper gripping a 250mm petal-type disc. The caliper is mounted below the swingarm, and located by a torque rodStylish Bodywork Supersport-style full-fairing bodywork gives the Ninja 1000 a distinctive, head-turning look, and also offers plenty of wind and weather protection for short-tour ability The fairing's slat-style leading edges direct wind around the bike, allowing the fairing to be narrower at the middle The fairing flares at the rear, keeping hot engine air off the rider's legs Front turn signals are integrated into the fairing and are attached to the inside of the fairing with rubber mounts that minimize damage if the bike falls over Front fender design contributes to excellent aerodynamics and racy looks Slim and compact tail cowl moves mass physically and visually toward the front of the bike LED taillight features red bulbs and a red transparent lens Slim rear fender gives the bike a light-looking rear end Wind screenis manually adjustable for optimum wind/weather protection Wind screenhas 3 available positions spanning approx twenty degrees and ranging from sporty to max wind protection. Adjustment can be done by hand (no tools required) by depressing the release button below the instrument panel. Wind screenadjustment should always be done with the bike stoppedAluminum Backbone Frame Aluminum backbone frame is similar in concept to the Ninja ZX-10R's, and helps make the bike narrow and easy to grip with the knees for max rider comfort and feedback The frame is lightweight and highly rigid, and uses the engine as a stressed member for solid handling and optimum stability Frame elements are tuned to transmit optimal engine feedback to the rider The frame uses 4 engine mounts, 3 of which are rigid, 1 of which (the upper rear crankcase mount) is rubber NEW Su
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WSBK 2013: Assen Race Report
Mon, 29 Apr 2013Tom Sykes earned his first win of the 2013 season and came a hair short of a double victory at the World Superbike Championship round at Assen in the Netherlands. Traditionally a fast starter and qualifier, Sykes started on the pole once again at Assen and had strong starts in both races. But unlike the first two rounds where he started strong before fading, the Kawasaki factory rider was able to remain at the front in both races at Assen and earn some valuable championship points.
WSBK: 2012 Moscow Results
Mon, 27 Aug 2012The historic race first-ever World Superbike Championship round in Russia provided plenty of drama with several top riders crashing out of both races and a new leader emerge in the chase for the 2012 WSBK Championship. Superpole qualifying made for four different manufacturers lining up in the first row of the grid, with Carlos Checa taking pole position for Althea Ducati ahead of Kawasaki‘s Tom Sykes, Aprilia‘s Eugene Laverty and BMW rider Leon Haslam. A slightly damp and unfamiliar track likely contributed to a number of crashes and collisions.
Kawasaki Reports Q1 2013-2014 Sales Results
Tue, 13 Aug 2013Kawasaki reported net sales of 67.4 billion yen (US$686.5 million) from its Motorcycle and Engine division for the first quarter ended June 30, 2013. That represents a 26.2% increase from the net sales of 53.4 billion yen reported in the same period of 2012. According to Kawasaki’s first quarter report, the Motorcycle and Engine division (which includes Jet Skis, ATVs and UTVs) saw sales of 127,000 units over the quarter, up from 115,000 units in the same period last year.
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