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So for 2014 Kawasaki pointed the Ninja 1000 in a slightly different direction. With the ZX 10R satisfying the hardcore sport market Ninja 1000 was essentially redundant. So for 2014 Kawasaki gave Ninja a shot of touring to compliment its sports back ground.
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New features for the Liter Ninja include KTRC traction Control, dual power modes, more power and better binders. The goal is to make Ninja 1000 a more usable bike for a wider scope of riders.
For '14 Ninja 1000 saw a power boost thats evident in the low and mid ranges (where this bike is going to spend 80% of its time) via a revised intake cam. Top end performance is boosted by additional airbox vents. Engine efficiency was increased by reducing pumping losses inside the crankcase. This was done by revising the cylinder passageways. Also between your legs a new non-woven air filter increases flow to the four 38mm Keihin downdraft throttle bodies for better high-rpm response. New equal-length velocity stacks provide peppier throttle response while improvements to Digital Timing Advance creates even more in the low and mids.
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KTRS traction control uses similar modes as the ZX-10R. Modes 1 and 2 maximize forward traction for optimized acceleration, while mode 3 is calibrated for wet and slippy conditions. Handlebar mounted switch allows you to select or disable.
Two power modes allow the 1000 to operate at full power or low power. It lets you tailor delivery to your comfort level. in low power the bike will operate at only 70% power.
The ABS-equipped disc brakes get new ultra-rigid monobloc calipers that pinch 300mm petal-type rotors. Pressure is routed via a radial mount race-spec master cyl. While out back, a single 250mm petal-type rotor is mated with a single-piston caliper.
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The Ninja 1000s new subframe allows for the quick install and release of top boxes and side saddles.
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Front forks are unchanged from '13, 41mm inverted with pre load and rebound adjustments. The rear shock has been upgraded to include a remote pre load adjuster to dial in passenger ride height or luggage speedily.
Lastly a taller sixth gear has been added to drop revs during highway cruising. Best part is for 2014 the Ninja 1000 is retailing for $100 less than its 2013 counterpart....
New features for the Liter Ninja include KTRC traction Control, dual power modes, more power and better binders. The goal is to make Ninja 1000 a more usable bike for a wider scope of riders.
For '14 Ninja 1000 saw a power boost thats evident in the low and mid ranges (where this bike is going to spend 80% of its time) via a revised intake cam. Top end performance is boosted by additional airbox vents. Engine efficiency was increased by reducing pumping losses inside the crankcase. This was done by revising the cylinder passageways. Also between your legs a new non-woven air filter increases flow to the four 38mm Keihin downdraft throttle bodies for better high-rpm response. New equal-length velocity stacks provide peppier throttle response while improvements to Digital Timing Advance creates even more in the low and mids.
KTRS traction control uses similar modes as the ZX-10R. Modes 1 and 2 maximize forward traction for optimized acceleration, while mode 3 is calibrated for wet and slippy conditions. Handlebar mounted switch allows you to select or disable.
Two power modes allow the 1000 to operate at full power or low power. It lets you tailor delivery to your comfort level. in low power the bike will operate at only 70% power.
The ABS-equipped disc brakes get new ultra-rigid monobloc calipers that pinch 300mm petal-type rotors. Pressure is routed via a radial mount race-spec master cyl. While out back, a single 250mm petal-type rotor is mated with a single-piston caliper.
The Ninja 1000s new subframe allows for the quick install and release of top boxes and side saddles.
Front forks are unchanged from '13, 41mm inverted with pre load and rebound adjustments. The rear shock has been upgraded to include a remote pre load adjuster to dial in passenger ride height or luggage speedily.
Lastly a taller sixth gear has been added to drop revs during highway cruising. Best part is for 2014 the Ninja 1000 is retailing for $100 less than its 2013 counterpart....
