If you want to buy high speed , stylish sports bike Ninja ZX-14R is good choice. In this post you will get all information(cost ,technical specs,speed colours..etc) about 2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Preview | First Look
The Ninja ZX-14, which replaced the ZX-12R, provided gobs of horsepower, last year's model pushing over 200 horsepower, a top speed to the legally-limited 186 mph, and unique full-fairing styling.
But as many high-performance machines feature race-bike ergonomics, the ZX-14 catered to comfort, providing the rider with sport-touring comfort.
The bike remained relatively unchanged since 2006, but that has changed. For 2012, Kawasaki has redesigned the ZX-14, adding an "R" to its name due to improved performance.
The biggest revisions are an increase in engine displacement (1352cc to 1441cc), and the addition of KTRC Traction Control and a slipper clutch. And with the added power arrives revamped suspension, brakes and body work.
2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Features | Details
Kawasaki says the "combustion chamber shapes are newly optimized for 2012, and they're surface-milled now, not cast. Intake ports are reshaped and polished for maximum flow while working in concert with longer and more durable intake valves. Yep, the new Ninja ZX-14R really does come "ported" right from the factory.
"The camshafts working those valves are more radical, with increased lift and revised profiles, while a stronger cam chain and revised tensioning system maximize reliability at the stratospheric rpm levels this engine is capable of."
The 2012 ZX-14R's engine also has redesigned forged pistons that feature oil-jet cooling, a system that "pumps a continuous stream of lubricant at the underside of each piston." The revamped pistons bump the compression up a bit from last year to 12.3:1.
As for other engine upgrades, Kawasaki says the "connecting rods have beefier small ends, and are made of a stronger material; crankshaft main journals are thicker, from 38 to 40mm; a new air-cleaner element is larger and thicker, with 10% more surface area and 40 percent more airflow capability; and transmission gears have been heat- and surface-treated to be even more durable and shift more smoothly."
Feeding the ZX-14R is a revised fuel-injection system, which features automatic idle adjustment. The exhaust is also revamped to help further reduce emissions.
Placing all this power to the ground is easily achieved due to the addition of a slipper clutch and KTRC traction control, which features three riding modes - full power, medium power and a third for low-traction conditions (wet/slippery).
2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Specifications:
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Price(MSRP) | Colour option :
With above technical specifications 2012 ZX-14R is sure to continue its dominance in the hypersport class, providing riders with all-out power, handling and comfortable ergonomics.
I think 2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R super sports bike is the another name of style, speed and performance and promising you the dream ride on reality. I am waiting for its the release date,feel free to share your views....
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Preview | First Look
The Ninja ZX-14, which replaced the ZX-12R, provided gobs of horsepower, last year's model pushing over 200 horsepower, a top speed to the legally-limited 186 mph, and unique full-fairing styling.
But as many high-performance machines feature race-bike ergonomics, the ZX-14 catered to comfort, providing the rider with sport-touring comfort.
The bike remained relatively unchanged since 2006, but that has changed. For 2012, Kawasaki has redesigned the ZX-14, adding an "R" to its name due to improved performance.
The biggest revisions are an increase in engine displacement (1352cc to 1441cc), and the addition of KTRC Traction Control and a slipper clutch. And with the added power arrives revamped suspension, brakes and body work.
2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Features | Details
Kawasaki says the "combustion chamber shapes are newly optimized for 2012, and they're surface-milled now, not cast. Intake ports are reshaped and polished for maximum flow while working in concert with longer and more durable intake valves. Yep, the new Ninja ZX-14R really does come "ported" right from the factory.
"The camshafts working those valves are more radical, with increased lift and revised profiles, while a stronger cam chain and revised tensioning system maximize reliability at the stratospheric rpm levels this engine is capable of."
The 2012 ZX-14R's engine also has redesigned forged pistons that feature oil-jet cooling, a system that "pumps a continuous stream of lubricant at the underside of each piston." The revamped pistons bump the compression up a bit from last year to 12.3:1.
As for other engine upgrades, Kawasaki says the "connecting rods have beefier small ends, and are made of a stronger material; crankshaft main journals are thicker, from 38 to 40mm; a new air-cleaner element is larger and thicker, with 10% more surface area and 40 percent more airflow capability; and transmission gears have been heat- and surface-treated to be even more durable and shift more smoothly."
Feeding the ZX-14R is a revised fuel-injection system, which features automatic idle adjustment. The exhaust is also revamped to help further reduce emissions.
Placing all this power to the ground is easily achieved due to the addition of a slipper clutch and KTRC traction control, which features three riding modes - full power, medium power and a third for low-traction conditions (wet/slippery).
- Engine: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valve per cylinder, inline-four
- Displacement: 1,441cc
- Bore x stroke: 84.0 x 65.0mm
- Compression ratio: 12.3:1
- Fuel system: DFI with four 44mm Mikuni throttle bodies
- Ignition: TCBI with Digital Advance
- Transmission: Six-speed
- Final drive: X-Ring chain
- Rake / trail: 23 degrees / 3.7 in.
- Front tire: 120/70 ZR17
- Rear tire: 190/50 ZR17
- Wheelbase: 58.3 in.
- Front suspension / wheel travel: 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment / 4.6 in.
- Rear suspension / wheel travel: Bottom-link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.9 in.
- Front brakes: Dual semi-floating 310 mm petal discs with dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers
- Rear brakes: Single 250mm petal disc with twin-piston caliper
- Overall length: 85.4 in.
- Overall width: 30.3 in.
- Overall height: 46.1 in.
- Ground clearance: 4.9 in.
- Seat height: 31.5 in.
- Curb weight: 584.3 lbs.
- Fuel capacity: 5.8 gal.
- Color: Metallic Spark Black, Candy Surf Blue,
- Golden Blazed Green with special graphics (SE)
- MSRP standard / special edition: $14.699
- Warranty: 12 Months
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Price(MSRP) | Colour option :
- Metallic Spark Black / $14,699
- Candy Surf Blue / $14,699
- SE Golden Blaed Green with graphics / $14,899
I think 2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R super sports bike is the another name of style, speed and performance and promising you the dream ride on reality. I am waiting for its the release date,feel free to share your views....
