2015 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-14R ABS

1.441cc Four-Cylinder Liquid-Cooled DOHC Engine

• Long-stroke design, ported cylinder heads, lightweight forged pistons, and aggressive camshaft profiles provide more torque and power throughout the rev range than any other production sportbike
• Piston jet system sprays a continuous stream of cooling lubrication to the underside of each piston for cooler running temperatures, more consistent power output and excellent long-term durability
• Strong cam chain and tensioning system offers excellent high-RPM durability
• Thick 40mm crankshaft main journals contribute to long-term engine durability
• Surface and heat treatments allow the transmission gears to better harness the engine’s prodigious power output
• Chrome composite-plated aluminum cylinder bores are lightweight, durable, and effectively transfer heat away from the combustion chamber and piston for maximum durability at high power outputs

ABS Disc Brakes with Petsl-Type Rotors and Radial-Mount Calipers

• ABS brakes offer excellent performance and enhanced confidence in adverse conditions
• Compact, lightweight ABS unit is highly effective without adding excessive weight
• Petal-type brake rotors provide better cooling and enhanced warp resistance than traditional discs
• Radial mounted four-piston front brake calipers offer greater rigidity than traditional caliper mounting to improve brake feel
• A separate brake pad is used for each piston. Individual pads provide increased cooling efficiency and can absorb more heat without deforming so they maintain a consistent brake feel longer
• Radial-pump front brake master cylinder provides excellent lever feel and feedback

Accessories

• A large selection of Kawasaki Genuine Accessories is available through authorized Kawasaki dealers
• These include a passenger grab handle, deluxe cover and center stand

Aggressive Supersport Bodywork

• Monocoque frame is positioned over the engine so the sleek fairing is uninterrupted by protruding frame spars, adding to the extremely long and low styling
• Efficient fairing venting offers excellent engine-heat control to help maintain rider and passenger comfort on hot days
• Standard rear-seat cowl adds aesthetic appeal
• Both the front and rear turn signals are integrated into the bodywork and have clear lenses for a modern appearance
• Quadruple projector beam headlights give the ZX-14R a distinctive look. The outer lights contain position lamps and high beams, while the low beams are located in the center lamps
• Lightweight Denso radiator with dual fans and high-density cores provides maximum cooling efficiency

Back-Torque Limiting "Slipper" Clutch

• Back-torque limiting “slipper” clutch assembly helps control rear-wheel torque effects while downshifting to minimize wheel hop
• Radial-pump hydraulic clutch master cylinder offers smooth and precise engagement and optimal feel at the lever

Comfortable Sporting Suspension

• Inverted and multi-adjustable 43mm cartridge-type fork provides excellent wheel control and without sacrificing ride comfort
• Compression and rebound damping adjustment allows ultra-precise tuning of fork reactions
• Fully adjustable bottom-link Uni-Trak® rear suspension is a compact design that offers premium control and feedback
• Linkage rates designed to allow linear suspension action and excellent wheel control
• Bottom-link design helps create a lower center of gravity, which makes the motorcycle more nimble

Digital Fuel Injection

• DFI® throttle body assembly features individual 44mm throttle bodies fitted with an idle speed control and sub-throttle valves controlled by the 32-bit ECU. They provide precise response, smooth performance, automatic idle speed adjustment, and help the bike meet strict Euro III emissions requirements
• High performance intake tract porting optimizes flow characteristics
• Fuel injectors deliver lateral spray at a 20-degree angle to disperse the finely atomized (75-micron droplet size) fuel over a wide area

Dual-Mode Digital Ignition

• Rider selectable Full & Low power maps offer a choice between full power and approximately 75-percent power output to suit conditions
• Digital Timing Advance enhances low-range and mid-range power
• Individual spark plug-mounted ignition coils fire each of the four spark plugs independently to achieve the optimum timing for that cylinder
• ECU includes an idle speed control system for easier starting and warm-up
• ECO mode is available. This switches the ECU maps to the most economical setting, allowing the rider to extend the range between fill-ups

Full Instrumentation

• Black-faced dual analog speedometer and tachometer are easy to read
• Multi-function LCD digital display includes an odometer, two trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator, clock, traction-control and power mode information
• Programmable shift indicator lamp illuminates at pre-set rpm to signal rider upshift
• Controller Area Network (CAN) interface between the gauges uses fewer wires yet allows a greater volume of information, such as estimated fuel mileage, to be exchanged

Gear-Driven Dual Engine Balancers

• Already in perfect primary balance, the ZX-14R’s engine design features dual secondary balancers that virtually eliminate unwanted vibrations for extremely smooth operation and reduced rider fatigue

High-Flow Exhaust System

• Header assembly has tapered-diameter pipes for optimal engine response and power output
• The internal construction of the dual mufflers minimizes the impact of noise and emissions regulations, while maintaining impressive top-end power
• Airflow directed into the exhaust by the large secondary air ports in the cylinder head and head cover, plus a third honeycomb catalyzer in the exhaust collector, help meet strict Euro III emissions standards

Key Features

• One-of-a-kind 1,441cc inline-four engine is the most powerful motorcycle engine Kawasaki has ever produced, delivering the most power of any current production sportbike
• The ABS braking helps increase rider confidence in slippery conditions
• KTRC traction control system addresses varying riding conditions via three different modes controlled by a switch on the left handlebar
• Back-torque-limiting slipper clutch assembly helps control chassis disturbance from rear-wheel torque effects while downshifting
• High performance exhaust system features large-diameter tapered head pipes, a catalyzer and an efficient muffler assembly for low noise and emissions
• Aluminum monocoque frame is narrow, strong and rigid for impressive sport riding performance that complements the engine’s power
• Aluminum swingarm assembly is longer than traditional designs and incorporates strengthening gussets to withstand the engine’s substantial torque
• Supersport bodywork embraces the visual cues of Kawasaki siblings, includes a rear seat cowl and adds better air management for improved rider and passenger comfort
• Ten-spoke wheels reduce unsprung weight for better handling and maneuverability
• Radial-mount calipers feature individual pads for each piston, improving heat management
• Balanced, adjustable suspension settings front and rear for a comfortable ride without sacrificing performance
• Flagship finish quality with hidden bodywork fasteners

KTRC Traction Control

• KTRC Kawasaki Traction Control system features three different selectable modes to suit rider preference and different riding conditions
• Modes are selected by a handy switch assembly on the left handlebar
• Modes are indicated on the LCD cockpit display

Monocoque Aluminum Frame

• Lightweight monocoque frame is a hollow aluminum box that arches over the engine from the steering head to the swingarm pivot. It is narrow, strong, rigid and very light
• Many of the frame’s cast aluminum sections – steering head and swingarm pivot areas – are produced via a die-casting process for weight savings
• Rigidly mounted engine is a stressed frame member, which increases the frame’s torsional rigidity and saves weight versus traditional designs
• Engine is positioned forward in the frame, with the long wheelbase and front/rear weight balance carefully designed to achieve high-speed stability and responsive handling
• Long swingarm design helps maximize forward drive and is gusseted to better cope with the engine’s healthy torque output
• Massive head pipe casting contributes to frame rigidity
• Frame houses the air box and air filter in a space-saving design that simplifies air cleaner maintenance
• Battery is also housed within the frame and is easily accessible through an aluminum frame cover

Ram Air Induction

• Central ram air duct draws cooler, higher-pressure air from the face of the fairing and efficiently guides it through the large and efficient air cleaner and into the engine for maximum power output