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Kawasaki ZZR 1400 (2009)
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The Kawasaki ZZR1400 ABS for 2008/2009 changed in performance characteristics. Performance has been boosted both in the low rev range and at peak. Not only offering better mid range, but maintaining its position of most powerful sports / sports tourer in the market place today.
Colour options for the Kawasaki ZZR1400 for 2009 are Metalic Green and Black
The Kawasaki ZX14 or Kawasaki ZZR1400 as it will be known in the UK is a stunning motorcycle that turns its Ram air - fuel injected motor into a powerful, torquey sports tourer that will be excellent on any occasion. With a suggested 195bhp and a potential top speed of around 200mph the ZZR1400 will be the most powerful Kawasaki branded motorcycle and will challenge the best of the best and leave them wanting. It will ride at any speed - handle with assurance, has styling to draw a crowd at every stop and turn heads on every corner.
MCN headline said it all - The Kawasaki ZZR1400 - 0-60 in 2.5 seconds. Can you imagine, it took longer to read the statement than it would take for this bike to reach 60mph.
The Kawasaki ZZR1400 is developed from the ZZR1200 and ZX12R has a chassis every bit equal to the power plant, with its advance aluminium monocoque frame to give responsive handling and lightweight feel it is a very slim and compact package. The engine position and Uni-Trak rear suspension linkage complementing the rigid frame gives the ZZR1400 great controllability at high speeds and superb road holding when sports riding.
The Kawasaki ZZR1400 also offers a relaxed riding position with low pegs for ample leg room, with its flowing design and quadruple projector beam headlights illuminating the road ahead this has to be the bike of choice.
Kawasaki ZZR1400 / ZX14 Key Features
= Instrument cluster of the Kawasaki ZZR1400 is easy to read, with white-faced analogue speedometer and tachometer.
= It has a Shift indicator light and clutch engagement light
= Multi function LCD digital display includes fuel guage, gear indicator, dual trip meters, odometer and clock
= The Large diameter petal brake discs, radial mount front callipers and radial pump brake master cylinder give the Kawasaki ZZR1400 very impressive braking performance and superb feel.
= Hydraulically operated clutch features a radial mount clutch master cylinder for worry free, silky smooth and lightweight operation.
= Fuel tank features a flush surface tank cap
= Idling speed control systems contributes to easy starting capability.
= Lightweight Denso radiator with high-density cores provides efficient cooling.
= Massive head pipe casting contributed to frame rigidity.
= Air box located in frame, contributing to a very compact layout.
The Kawasaki ZZR1400 - Touring has gone supersonic
General information
Model: Kawasaki ZZR1400 ABS
Year: 2009
Category: Sport touring
Rating: 71.3 out of 100.
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches)
Engine type: In-line four
Stroke: 4
Torque: 154.00 Nm (15.7 kgf-m or 113.6 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Compression: 10.7:1
Bore x stroke: 84.0 x 61.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel system: Injection
Valves per cylinder: 4
Fuel control: DOHC
Ignition: TCBI with Digital Advance
Starter: Electric
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type
final drive: Shaft drive (cardan)
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual
Physical measures
Dry weight: 257.0 kg (566.6 pounds)
Seat height: 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height: 1,170 mm (46.1 inches)
Overall length: 2,271 mm (89.4 inches)
Ground clearance: 125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,519 mm (59.8 inches)
Chassis and dimensions
Frame type: Monocoque, aluminium
Rake (fork angle): 26.1°
Trail: 112 mm (4.4 inches)
Front suspension: 43mm inverted, telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload / 4.4 in.
Rear suspension: Tetra-Lever with stepless rebound damping adjustment and remote spring preload adjuster / 5.4 in.
Front tyre dimensions: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre dimensions: 190/50-ZR17
Front brakes: Double disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc. ABS
Rear brakes diameter: 270 mm (10.6 inches)
Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 21.95 litres (5.80 gallons)
Color options: Black, green
Comments: 149.5 KW with Ram air
