Kawasaki Ninja 500 Teased Ahead Of Launch
- Feb 20, 2024
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Kawasaki today, at Gurgaon, announced the launch of the 2016 iterations of its two flagship motorcycles, the Ninja ZX -10R and the Ninja ZX-14R. The ZX-10R is priced at Rs 16.4 lakh ex-showroom Delhi whereas the ZX-14R is dearer by Rs 17.9 lakh ex-showroom Delhi.
Though overall both motorcycles will remain relatively similar but will feature some mechanical upgrades. The ZX-10R boasts of an upgraded engine. Kawasaki has tuned the 998cc inline four-cylinder engine to retain its mental character and 200PS of max power and yet deliver better low-mid range torque for better acceleration out of corners. They claim that the engine is now more responsive thanks to a low inertia crankshaft. It also features an upgraded and lighter frame combined with a new set of electronics like the Bosch inertial measurement unit and an improved Ohlins steering damper to make life at the perch easier than ever before. The suspension too has been upgraded and the ZX-10R now sports suspension developed in partnership with the Kawasaki WSBK team and comes directly off the teams racing bikes. Both front forks and the rear monoshock are developed by Showa.
The behemoth sport tourer, the ZX-14R on the other hand has been left relatively untouched. The engine however does get some subtle revisions to the ECU and exhaust to make sure it complies with the Euro IV norms. Though the 1,441cc inline four still makes 200PS of max power and 158Nm of peak torque from 7,500rpm. This gentle giant does get an optimized chassis and retuned suspension for better high speed stability and nimble handling. It also comes with a host of riding aids like traction control, three power modes, ABS and specially developed Ohlin suspension.
Kawasaki Ninja 500 Teased Ahead Of Launch
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