Night vision was updated in the form of a pair of LED projectors up front that split the night and ensure you remain visible to daytime traffic. I think the factory missed an opportunity here. Wink-nudge, Kawi. Last year, the windscreen was held off the fairing for ventilation, but the model moves to a racing-style bubblescreen to punch a hole in the wind with improved overall penetration, plus the upper fairing is wider and the angles sharper for a more aggressive look. The cowl extends all the way down to form a proper chin fairing and belly pan with ample ventilation to help carry away the waste heat and prevent buildup under the body panels while generating minimal drag.
Toward that end, the fairing bolts were eliminated to aid in penetration. A four-gallon fuel tank sports broad shoulders that wane toward the waist to create the critical knee pocket and allow for extreme cornering body English. The fold-up passenger footpegs ride on long brackets that can easily be struck from the bike if you prefer a true, solo-riding experience. Typical of racebikes in general, the taillight rides in the tip of the tail, and the rear blinker, taglight, and plateholder all mount to the short mudguard that also looks like it can be easily removed as a unit if you actually plan on hitting the track.
High-tensile steel members make up the Trellis frame on the Ninja with minimal bends so the strength is not compromised and it distributes the stress evenly throughout. Typical of the genre, the frame uses the engine as a stressed unit to complete the structure, thereby eliminating some of the forward members to reduce weight while maintaining rigidity.
The steering geometry points to a very agile nature with 24 degrees of rake and 3. Seat height is typical at Non-adjustable, 41 mm forks float the front end on 4. The In the rear, a mm disc and single-piston anchor take care of business. You get a choice between all-around ABS protection and a slightly lower-priced non-ABS model, so you can take or leave that particular safety net as you please. The beating heart is a liquid-cooled parallel-twin with a out crankshaft orientation to produce smooth, even power pulses.
Back in , Kawasaki made marked improvements to the visual experience of its middleweight steed by improving the finish quality — the integrated turn signals and pleasantly designed plastics are evidence of that. For , Kawasaki has expanded on that promise by a noticeable step, working harder to remove offending fastener bolts from the broadside of the fairing, and anywhere else when possible, to give the Ninja a sleeker profile.
New LED headlamps light the way for commuters. From a purely functional stance, the new LED headlights will surely help those who commute into the night. Outside of that, this is another area where designers have pilfered from the ZXR, giving the Ninja a much meaner and sporting edge.
In the rear, the LED X-pattern light remains. Pack your saddlebags, because the Ninja is moving on up to the Eastside with its 4. In a first for the Japanese middleweights, Kawasaki has bestowed the coveted TFT display on the Ninja that is clear, functional, and adjusts brightness automatically, allowing riders to stay continuously informed.
The pronounced gear-position indicator, tachometer, and speedometer are incredibly easy to read while also looking quite dashing. Owners can also switch between white and black backgrounds. Further, the inclusion of a TFT display has opened the door for new technology. The Kawasaki Rideology app and Bluetooth connectivity kick it all up a notch.
The app allows users to track rides with the Riding Log, monitor maintenance intervals, and check fuel levels from the comfort of the couch, while the motorcycle is parked. I used the Riding Log feature, which collected mileage and time correctly.
However, actual routing was inaccurate if it began tracking in low signal areas; experiences may vary depending on the mobile device. Also, you must keep the app running in the background; otherwise, it will not record the ride.
All-around ergonomics get a tad more comfortable in What has been altered this year is a touch more foam at the center and sides of the seat, without adding appreciable girth to the chassis. Between the low saddle height and slim chassis, the Ninja is wonderful for riders with shorter inseams.
In practice, my average inch inseam is quite comfortable, though taller riders could feel a bit cramped. Kawasaki offers a taller seat to help alleviate knee-bend for those with longer inseams. The four-gallon fuel tank provides considerable range, and makes for a great anchor when handing off the Ninja.
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