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2001 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Specifications:
Model: VN800-A7
Engine Type: 4-stroke V-Twin
Displacement: 805 cc.
Bore x Stroke: 88 x 66.2 mm.
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Valve System: SOHC, 8 valves
Carburetion: Keihin CVK36
Ignition: Digital Electronic
Starting: Electric
Transmission: 5-speed with Positive Neutral Finder
Final Drive O-ring chain
Frame type
Double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake / Trail: 34 degrees / 5.9"
Wheelbase: 64.0"
Suspension, Front: 41 mm. hydraulic telescopic fork
Suspension, Rear: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with 7-way preload adjustment
Tire Front: 80/90-21
Tire Rear: 140/90-16
Brakes, Front: Disc
Brakes, Rear: Drum
Seat Height: 28.0"
Fuel Capacity: 4.0 gallons
Dry Weight: 496 pounds

Source: Total Motorcycle

2010 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 - Specifications
MSRP $13,399 to $13,699 USD

Engine:
Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valve per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement: 1,352cc
Bore x stroke: 84.0 x 61.0mm
Compression ratio: 12.0:1
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: 57.5 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel: 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 13-way compression and 11-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 / 4.8 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: 29.9 in.
Overall height: 46.1 in.
Ground clearance: 4.9 in.
Seat height: 31.5 in.
Curb weight: 566.7 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 5.8 gal.
Color: Candy Persimmon Red, Metallic Titanium/Metallic Spark Black
Warranty 12 months
Good Times™ Protection Plan

Features :

1,352cc Four-Cylinder, DOHC Engine
- Tuned to provide smooth power across a very wide rev range, while producing impressive horsepower numbers
- Low mechanical noise via special piston profile and urethane insulation sheet on the inside of the magnesium chain cover
- Tuned to provide smooth power across a very wide rev range, while producing impressive horsepower numbers
- Carefully planned engine design is compact and narrow
-- Chrome composite plated aluminum cylinder bores are lightweight, durable, and quickly carry heat away from the combustion chamber and piston for supreme durability at high power outputs

Wind Tunnel-Designed Bodywork
- Quadruple projector beam headlights give the ZX-14 a distinctive front fairing. The outer lights contain position lamps and the high beams, while the low beams are in the center lamps
- Both the front and rear turn signals are integrated into the bodywork and have clear lenses to enhance the appearance
- Monocoque frame goes over the engine so the sleek fairing is uninterrupted by protruding frame spars, adding to the extremely long and low styling
- Lightweight Denso radiator with high-density cores provides maximum cooling efficiency

Suspension
- Bottom-link design helps create a lower center of gravity, which makes the motorcycle more nimble
- Stepless damping adjustment improves suspension performance
- Linkage rates provide linear suspension action
- Excellent control and feedback from fully adjustable bottom-link UNI-TRAK® rear suspension
- wheel rim center ribs are slightly offset so tire balance weights can be located precisely along the wheel's centerline
- Inverted 43mm cartridge type front fork utilizes damping rates that offer stiff initial action to resist front-end dive when braking

Digital Fuel Injection
- 32-bit ECU works with dual throttle valve system to further enhance throttle response and control
- Injectors deliver lateral spray at a 20 degree angle to disperse the finely-atomized fuel over a wider area
- Intake porting optimizes flow characteristics
- Fine-atomizing injectors produce 75?m droplet size
- 44mm Mikuni throttle bodies are fitted with sub-throttle valves, controlled by the ECU to provide precise response, make DFI® performance smoother, and help meet Euro III emission requirements

Gear-Driven Dual Engine Balancers
- Already in perfect primary balance, dual secondary balancers virtually eliminate unwanted vibrations for extremely smooth engine operation and reduced rider fatigue

Radial Pump Clutch Master Cylinder
- Hydraulic clutch features a radial-pump clutch master cylinder for smooth and precise clutch engagement and feel

Radial Mounted Petal Front Disc Brakes
- Petal design brake discs provide better cooling and warp resistance
- 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 mounted four-piston front brake calipers offer greater rigidity than traditional caliper mounting, to improve brake feel
- Radial-pump front brake master cylinder improves brake performance and lever feel

Full Instrumentation
- 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
- White faced dual analog speedometer and tachometer are easy to read
- Programmable clutch engagement lamp illuminates at pre-set rpm to signal the rider to engage the clutch
- Programmable shift indicator lamp illuminates at pre-set rpm to signal rider upshift
- Multi-function LCD digital display includes an odometer, two trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator and a clock

2010 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R - Specifications
MSRP $10,499 USD

Engine: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement: 599cc
Bore x stroke: 67.0 x 42.5mm
Compression ratio: 13.3:1
Fuel injection: DFI® with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles, two injectors per throttle body
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance
Transmission: Six speed
Final drive: X-ring chain
Rake / trail: 24 deg / 4.1 in.
Frame type: Aluminum perimeter
Front tire: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tire: 180/55 ZR17
Wheelbase: 55.1 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel: 41 mm inverted Showa Big Piston Front fork with top-out springs, stepless compression and rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® with gas-charged shock, top-out spring and pillow ball upper mount, dual-range (high/low-speed) stepless compression damping, 25-way adjustable rebound damping, fully-adjustable spring preload / 5.3 in.
Front brakes: Dual 300mm petal rotors with dual radial-mounted, four-piston, four-pad calipers
Rear brake: Single 220mm petal rotor with single-piston caliper
Overall length: 82.3 in.
Overall width: 28.0 in.
Overall height: 43.9 in.
Fuel capacity: 4.5 gal.
Seat height: 32.1 in.
Curb weight: 421.2 lbs.
Color choices: Passion Red, Metallic Spark Black, Lime Green/Metallic Spark Black
Warranty: 12 Months
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months








Features and Benefits for 2010 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R :

Advanced Suspension
* The ZX-6R swingarm uses many of the same parts as the ZX-10R; both left and right inner plates, the left outer plate, rear stand bosses, brake caliper stopper, chain guard and swingarm pivot shaft
* ZX-6R features Showa's Big Piston Front fork (BPF) design, for fantastic braking and initial corner turn-in
* The large-diameter of the BPF's internal piston allows a reduction in damping pressure, for better feedback and smoother action
* The BPF eliminates many of the internal components used in a cartridge-type fork, simplifying construction and resulting in lighter overall fork weight

Additional Features
* Inner fender above the swingarm helps to reduce turbulence and keeps the undertail clean
* Position lamps are integral with the projector beam headlights; the Ninja ZX-6R features dual position lamps like the ZX-10R
* Similar in design to that of the ZX-10R, the instrument panel gives at-a-glance information to the rider
* One-piece fender offers excellent aerodynamics
* Highly evolved fairing for great wind protection, minimal cross-wind effects
* Front brake hose routing with a three-way joint at the lower triple-clamp facilitates bleeding air from the brake lines

Massive Mid-Range Performance
* Exhaust collector layout contributes to superb low and mid-range performance while maintaining high-rpm performance
* Molybdenum-coated piston skirts for reduced friction and engine break-in
* Cam and tappets nitriding enables high-load cam profiles, for maximum performance
* Crown-finished pistons
* Double bore velocity stacks feature inlets at two different heights, for increased performance in both the mid- and high-rpm ranges
* Low-tension piston rings reduce mechanical loss
* Advanced cam chain guides stabilize chain motion and further reduce mechanical loss

Tuned Chassis Balance and Mass Centralization
* Exhaust pre-chamber further contributes to mass centralization
* Engine is rotated forward around the output shaft for steeper intake angle and excellent CG
* Exhaust layout with a short side muffler keeps the weight low
* Frame stiffness around the swingarm pivot and the rear engine mounts optimizes front-rear rigidity balance

More Precise Throttle Control
* Long throttle bodies between oval sub-throttles and round main throttles yield a smooth intake transition, for reduced inlet turbulence and increased efficiency
* Advanced cylinder porting delivers excellent cylinder-filling and scavenging
* Cylindrical guides in the top of the air cleaner box ensure accurately sprayed fuel mist from the secondary injectors into the intake funnels, improving combustion efficiency
* High-current secondary coil circuitry for optimum combustion efficiency

Lightweight Engine
* Inlet pressure pulse monitor does away with cam angle sensor, further contributing to lightness
* Camshafts are made of chrome-moly steel
* Lightweight transmission gears and gear dogs
* Lightweight magnesium engine covers are standard
* Cassette-type transmission makes it easy to quickly swap gear ratios, reducing set-up time at the track
* Lightweight top injector mounting plate
* Lightweight oil pump and starter gears

Lightweight Chassis
* Intake resonator box and supports for the instrument panel and mirrors are unitized with the Ram Air duct, contributing to weight savings and increased rigidity
* The lightweight sub-frame is very narrow, for a compact and slim rear end
* The sub-frame is a 2-piece aluminum die-casting consisting of a front and rear section

Race-Quality Steering Damper
* A race-quality adjustable Öhlins steering damper with relief valve and twin-tube design is fitted as standard equipment

Ergonomics and Chassis Feedback
* Sculpted seat allows the rider to shift his body far back on the rear seat step, helping to reduce rider fatigue
* Slim-waisted fuel tank makes it easy for the rider to grip the tank with his knees or to hang off in turns
* Fuel tank profile is flared around its top, similar to the ZX-10R, providing a large contact patch for excellent rider feedback
* Rear brake master cylinder reservoir forward of the swingarm mount frees up space around the footpeg, for simplicity and weight savings
* Seat-pegs-bar relationship places handlebars close to the rider and turned in slightly for a highly intuitive riding position
* Steep rake angle for quick steering response and enhanced communication from the front tire

2010 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R - Specifications

Engine: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement: 998cc
Bore x Stroke: 76.0 x 55.0mm
Compression Ratio: 12.9:1
Fuel System: DFI with four 43mm Keihin throttle bodies with oval sub-throttles, two injectors per cylinder
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance and Kawasaki Ignition Management System (KIMS)
Transmission: Six-speed
Final drive: Chain
Rake / Trail: 25.5 degrees / 4.3 in.
Front Tire: 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire: 190/55 ZR17
Wheelbase: 55.7 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel: 43mm inverted fork with DLC coating, adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel: UNI-TRAK® with top-out spring, stepless, dual-range (low-/high-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front Brakes: Dual semi-floating 310mm petal discs with dual four-piston radial-mount calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 220mm petal disc with aluminum single-piston caliper
Overall Length: 83.1 in.
Overall Width: 28.0 in.
Overall Height: 44.7 in.
Seat Height: 32.7 in.
Curb Weight: 458.6 lbs.
Fuel Capacity: 4.5 gal.
Color Choices: Metallic Spark Black, Lime Green/Pearl Stardust White
Warranty 12 months
Good Times™ Protection Plan





New Features for 2010 :

-Four-Cylinder, DOHC 998cc Engine
* Oil is routed through channels milled into the cases on various parts of the engine, eliminating external oil lines and reducing weight
* Lightweight crankshaft maintains the same inertial moment as a heavier design but saves about two pounds compared to a conventional crank
* Very compact, narrow and lightweight design makes it possible to position the engine perfectly within the chassis for optimal weight distribution
* One-piece upper crankcase and cylinder casting saves weight and offers maximum rigidity
* Specially designed internal fins on the liquid-cooled, aluminum oil cooler promote high-efficiency heat dissipation
* Stacked, triangular layout of crank axis, input shaft and output shaft reduces engine length and aids mass centralization for quick handling
* Water pump uses the same type impeller as the ZX-14, with pump rpm optimized for reduced friction
* A lightweight Denso radiator with tightly packed cores provides the most efficient engine cooling possible
* Low friction oil pump reduction ratio reduces parasitic power loss

* Refinements to the shift ratchet assembly, shifting arm, return spring and collar result in reduced friction and less movement at the shift shaft pivot, for improved shifting feel and more positive gear changes
* Slightly longer throttle cables inside a plastic throttle housing provide improved throttle action for even greater control
* A new, embossed metallic gray coating on the muffler complements the new bodywork
* A new, 18-position Öhlins steering damper uses additional spring and oil pistons for improved action; titanium color and a laser-etched logo enhance the bike's appearance
* Aggressive new styling of the upper, side and center fairings and cockpit inner covers enhances aerodynamic efficiency and appearance

-Fuel Injection
* Oval cross-sectioned throttle bodies allow very precise throttle control and instant response
* Secondary fuel injectors improve top-end power output and power characteristics at high rpm. Lower injectors are always on, upper injectors come on as needed according to degree of throttle opening and engine rpm

-Cylinder Head
* Intake and exhaust valves are titanium for reduced reciprocating weight and higher rpm capabilities
* High-lift camshafts are designed to deliver more power at high rpm and make it easier to tune the engine for racing
* Exhaust ports that are narrower at the midpoint and larger at the opening promote high exhaust velocity and efficient scavenging
* Intake ports, exhaust ports and matched combustion chambers are designed for optimum flow efficiency and high top-end power

-Suspension
* A four-way adjustable rear shock features dual (low- and high-speed) compression damping as well as rebound damping and spring preload adjustment - allowing the fine tuning required for racing
* Bottom-mounted springs are completely submerged in oil for reduced frothing, improved damping performance, superior fork action and road-following ability
* Kawasaki Genuine Accessory shims are available for quick rear ride height changes at the track
* DLC (Diamond-like Carbon) fork tube coating on the fully adjustable 43mm inverted fork sliders improves fork action by providing reduced friction, smoother action and better road holding

-Air Intake
* Designed not to interfere with the rider's intentions, the complex ECU program assumes all rider inputs are intentional. However, when a change in engine speed exceeds the predicted response for given parameters, KIMS will slow the ignition timing to reduce power
* Use of a compact, flat-type fuel pump that takes up less fuel tank space leaves room for a large, efficient airbox
* In addition to standard fuel injection system inputs (engine speed, throttle position, vehicle speed, gear position, intake air temperature, intake air pressure, engine temperature and O2 sensors), KIMS monitors the rate of rpm change every 0.02 seconds
* Oval-section intake funnels promote non-turbulent flow at all rpm
KIMS Ignition
* Kawasaki Ignition Management System (KIMS) helps curtail sudden spikes in engine speed, enhancing the rider's control of power delivery
* Adjustment of KIMS parameters is possible with an accessory racing (circuit-use only) kit installed
* A highly efficient, center-located Ram Air intake duct is shaped for lower intake noise and higher intake efficiency

-Chassis
* Lightweight, two-piece, aluminum die-cast sub-frame is mounted to the frame's upper cross member, so rear suspension feedback is transmitted more directly to the rider
* Ribbing on the interior of the pivot plate where it joins the frame's upper cross member slightly slows down the frame's feedback for highly accurate steering feel
* Swingarm pivot located to aid with the front-rear weight balance
* Unique twin-spar aluminum frame features an optimized stiffness balance through a mixture of materials, shapes and thicknesses for superior handling and bump absorption
* Narrow sub-frame layout contributes to the compact and slim tail section

-Exhaust System
* A palladium catalyzer helps the ZX-10R meet strict Euro-III exhaust emissions standards
* A single orthogonal, titanium silencer with a new, black finish keeps the center of gravity low and improves exhaust efficiency
* An exhaust pre-chamber under the engine reduces exhaust noise, minimizes silencer volume and enhances mass centralization for maximum flickability

- Race-quality Steering Damper
* A pair of 5.5mm thick, 310mm petal discs provides the heat dissipation needed to maintain brake feel and responsiveness during extended heavy use
* A 220mm rear petal disc gripped by a single-piston caliper provides excellent feel and feedback
* Tokico radial-mount brake calipers use dual pads for superb initial bite, increased control and progressive feel
* A radial-pump front master cylinder provides the ultimate in front brake feel and feedback
* A new 18-position adjustable Öhlins steering damper is fitted as standard equipment to help ensure stable front end feedback even under racing conditions
Brakes

-Aerodynamic Bodywork
* A recess on the top of the fuel tank accommodates the helmet's chin, so it's easier to tuck-in behind the windscreen at speed
* An LED tail light makes the bike more visible to drivers and provides the final styling flourish to the evocative Ninja design
* Slimmer than ever in new aerodynamic bodywork, the ZX-10R is designed to slice through the atmosphere cleanly at high speed with minimal turbulence
* The front fender aids cooling efficiency by directing air toward the radiator
* A large, rear inner fender keeps the bike cleaner and allows the mud flap to be smaller and less obtrusive, further improving aerodynamic qualities around the rear of the machine
* Mirrors, license plate holder and rear turn signals are easily removable for track day prep
* High mounting position of mirrors, with integrated turn signals, provides excellent rearward visibility and helps to minimize damage if the bike falls over
* The flush surface of the tail's underside reduces turbulence at the rear of the bike and ensures laminar airflow around the seat

-Advanced Electronic Instrumentation
* The ZX-10R's big tachometer "green zone" makes keeping the engine in the meatiest part of its massive powerband even easier
* Multifunction odometer, tripmeter, clock and lap timer/stopwatch are all intuitively easy to use
* The easy-to-read instrument cluster uses UV-blocking glass, for maximum visibility

Specifications :

Engine
Bore (in) 2.99
Bore (mm) 76
Carburetion Brand Keihin
Compression Ratio 12.91
Cooling Liquid
Cylinders 4
Displacement (cc) 998
Displacement (ci) 60.9
Emissions Standards Meets Euro 3 Emissions
Engine Configuration Horizontal In-line
Engine Immobilizer Not Available
Engine Type 4-Stroke
Fuel Injector Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm) 43
Fuel System Type Fuel Injected
Ram Air Induction Yes
Starter Electric
Stroke (in) 2.17
Stroke (mm) 55
Valve Configuration DOHC
Valves 16
Valves Per Cylinder 4

Performance
Horsepower (bhp): N/A bhp
Torque (Ft Lbs): 83.2 lbs
Redline RPM: N/A RPM

Transmission
Number Of Speeds: 6
Transmission Brands: N/A
Transmission Types: Manual

Exterior
Body Material: Plastic
Frame: Aluminum
Hand Grip Material: Rubber

Wheels
Rear Wheel Diameter: 17
Front Wheel Width (in): N/A
Rear Wheel Width (in): N/A

Instrumentation
Speedometer: Standard
Tachometer: Standard
Fuel Level Warning: Standard

Bags & Storage
Tank Bag: Not Available
Saddle Bag(s): Not Available
Lockable Storage: Standard

Tires
Front Tire Speed Rating: Z
Rear Tire Speed Rating: Z
Tire Brand: N/A

Fuel Economy
US MPG (City): N/A
US MPG (Combined): N/A
US MPG (Hwy): N/A

Brakes
Front Caliper Pistons: 4
Rear Caliper Pistons: 1
Rear Brake Rotor Width (mm): N/A

Suspension & Steering
Front Suspension Brand: N/A
Front Suspension Type: Inverted Fork
Rear Suspension Type: Twin Sided Swing Arm

Seats
Seat Height (mm): 830.6
Seat Material: Vinyl
Seat Type: Two-Piece

Other Specs
Fuel Capacity (gal): 4.5
Number Of Speakers: N/A
Adjustable Handlebars: N/A

2010 Kawasaki ER-6n - USA Specifications
MSRP $6,699 USD

Engine: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-valve per cylinder, parallel twin
Displacement: 649cc
Bore x stroke: 83.0 x 60.0mm
Compression ratio: 11.3:1
Cooling: Liquid
Fuel injection: Digital fuel injection with two 38mm Keihin throttle bodies
Ignition: Digital CDI
Transmission: Six-speed
Final drive: O-ring chain
Frame: Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake / trail: 24.5 degrees / 4.0 in.
Wheelbase: 55.3 in.
Front suspension / wheel travel: 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel: Single offset laydown shock with adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in.
Front tire: 120/70x17
Rear tire: 160/60x17
Front brake: Dual 300mm petal discs with two-piston calipers
Rear brake: Single 220mm petal disc with single piston caliper
Overall length: 82.7 in.
Overall width: 29.9 in.
Overall height: 43.3 in.
Seat height: 29.7 in.
Curb weight: 441.0 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 4.1 gal.
Color: Metallic Flat Spark Black
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months

2010 Kawasaki ER-6n - Canada Specifications
MSRP: $8,249 CDN

ENGINE
Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke Parallel Twin
Displacement 649 cc
Bore and Stroke 83 x 60 mm
Compression Ratio 11.3:1
Valve System DOHC, 8 valves
Fuel System Fuel injection: ø38 mm x 2 (Keihin)
Ignition Digital
Starting Electric
Lubrication Forced lubrication, semi-dry sump

PERFORMANCE
Maximum Power 53 kW {72.1 PS} / 8,500 rpm
Maximum Torque 66 N·m {6.7 kgf·m} / 7,000 rpm

SUSPENSION
Front: Type 41 mm telescopic fork
Rear: Type Offset laydown single-shock with adjustable preload

BRAKES
Front: Type Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs
Front: Caliper Dual piston
Rear: Type Single 220 mm petal disc
Rear: Caliper Single-piston

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length 2,100 mm
Overall Width 760 mm
Overall Height 1,100 mm
Wheelbase 1,405 mm
Ground Clearance 140 mm
Seat Height 785 mm
Curb Mass 200 kg
Fuel Capacity 15.5 litres

DRIVETRAIN
Transmission 6-speed, return
Final Drive Sealed Chain
Primary Reduction Ratio 2.095 (88/42)
Gear Ratios: 1st 2.438 (39/16)
2nd 1.714 (36/21)
3rd 1.333 (32/24)
4th 1.111 (30/27)
5th 0.966 (28/29)
6th 0.852 (23/27)
Final Reduction Ratio 3.067 (46/15)
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual

FRAME
Type Diamond, high-tensile steel
Wheel Travel: Front 120 mm
Wheel Travel: Rear 125 mm
Tyre: Front 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Tyre: Rear 160/60ZR17M/C (69W)
Caster (Rake) 24.5º
Trail 102 mm
Steering angle (Left/Right) 32º / 32º












Quick-Revving, 649cc Parallel-Twin Engine
Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve fuel-injected twin cylinder delivers smooth, responsive performance, especially in the low to medium rpm range
Excellent mid-range power, exceptional roll-on response and impressive passing performance make even commuter traffic enjoyable
Silky smooth engine vibes via a 180° crankshaft-driven balancer shaft, which in turn drives the water pump
Oil jets on the connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling
Lightweight plug-mounted ignition coils deliver a hot spark and save space
Wide radiator offers plenty of cooling efficiency
Coolant routing travels directly to the engine cases, then on to the cylinder and head through internal passages, which keeps external plumbing to a minimum
Fine-tuned shift lever position is easy to use

Compact Engine Design
Powerful twin-cylinder engine is the most compact in its category, which helps reduce the dimension of the entire motorcycle and allows use of a slim, minimalist frame
Triangular setup of the crankshaft and transmission shafts makes the engine short front-to-back
Transmission input shaft, output shaft and change drum are contained in a “cassette”-style package that allows a compact layout and eases transmission maintenance chores
Semi-dry sump design reduces engine height
Plated, linerless aluminum cylinders with a narrow cylinder pitch keep the engine light and slim

Digital Fuel Injection
Fuel injection settings permit healthy bottom-end torque while letting the engine rev fast
Sub-throttle valve equipped 38mm Keihin throttle bodies offer optimum performance and rideability
Located behind the main throttle valves, the sub-throttles are controlled by the DFI® system ECU for a precise throttle response, similar to a constant-velocity carburetor
Auto-fast idle system simplifies starting and helps ensure the catalyzer reaches optimum temperature quickly
The lightweight fuel pump is mounted inside the fuel tank.

Vibration Control
Rubber upper-rear engine mounts decrease the vibration transferred to the rider through the seat
Handlebar is rubber-mounted to lessen vibration transmitted through the handle grips
Rider and passenger footpegs are rubber coated to further reduce vibration

Lighter Handling Trellis Frame
Frame has all the key ER-6n elements — slim, low, lightweight and compact design that is narrow at the knees and footpegs for rider comfort and control
The strong, high-tensile steel trellis frame not only looks lightweight, it is — rivaling that of aluminum frames
Balanced rigidity, achieved through extensive 3D analysis, translates directly into superb handling
The frame, rear suspension and swingarm designs flow together with an integrated line running from the steering head to the rear hub
Short front-to-back dimensions of the engine allow for a long swingarm and a short wheelbase combination that contributes to the light and nimble handling

Cleaner Emissions
Efficient fuel injection and a three-way catalyzer inside the exhaust produce very low emissions, able to pass the stringent Euro-III emission regulations
Utilizes a compact and light 300-cell catalyzer unit
Under-engine muffler placement improves mass centralization and the bike’s low center of gravity
The exhaust pipe bend and under-engine muffler arrangement contribute to the ER-6n’s attractive styling

Rigid Swingarm
Swingarm stiffness adds balance to the frame’s rigidity — due primarily to the rubber engine mounts
The D-shaped cross-section swingarm, stabilizer, chain adjuster design and elegant one-piece rider/passenger footpeg stays complement the ER-6n’s high-quality appearance

Instruments/Controls
Stacked instrument cluster has a sharp design and clean layout with an analog speedometer that uses white LED backlights for excellent visibility at night
The multi-function LCD screen has amber backlighting and its features include a fuel gauge, bar-style digital tachometer, clock, odometer and dual trip meters
Inner cover inside the front cowl provides a clean appearance in this area
Handlebar mount design and curved shapes on the brake master cylinder reservoir and clutch lever contribute further to the ER-6n’s masculine appearance

Suspension
Front and rear suspension settings match the frame and swingarm rigidity values for lighter, rider-friendly handling
Shape of the 41mm fork lower ends around the axle shaft adds to the bike’s performance and high quality image

Confidence Inspiring Ergonomics
An ideal handlebar, seat and footpeg relationship results in a comfortable and natural riding position suiting a wide range of riders
Frame narrows just aft of the fuel tank enabling a slimmer seat, making the reach to the ground even easier
The offset single-shock rear suspension layout with the battery located beside the shock instead of beneath it allows a lower seat height as well
Low seat height and slim overall design make it easy to plant both feet firmly on the ground when stopped
Aluminum passenger grips are positioned and shaped for easy grabbing by the passenger

Sharp Masculine Styling
Angular, stacked dual headlight and shroud contribute to the ER-6n’s masculine image and features two-position lights
Headlights can be adjusted behind the headlight cover
Reinforcing the ER-6n’s masculine styling, the sharp, edgy radiator shrouds feature integrated front turn signals with clear lenses and orange bulbs and forward-leaning lines
A flush-surface fuel cap and its sharp-edged motif give the tank a distinctive look
The ER-6n’s compact front-to-rear appearance is enhanced by the short front cowl, short rear cowl with its LED tail light and shrouds that start behind the front fork
Finishing out the bike’s aggressive image is a sharp tail cowl design featuring a slimmer rear mud flap and turn signals that can also function as hazard lights
A long front fender keeps the water splashing to a minimum and its two-tone design matches the ER-6n’s light, compact theme
An inner rear fender helps keep the underside of the tail cowl clean
Storage options include four tie-down hooks for baggage or a spare helmet to be secured to the seat and a storage space under the seat with room for a U-lock or similar device

Brakes
Dual 300mm front petal disc brakes with twin 27mm piston front brake calipers and a single 220mm rear petal disc deliver plenty of braking power
Housed in a curved brake master cylinder reservoir , the front brake lever utilizes an optimized ball-joint and pivot location to deliver smooth actuation of its 14mm master cylinder piston

Wheels
Attractive six-spoke supersport-style wheels augment the bike’s light look while reducing unsprung weight

Mirrors
Mirror design is a similar supersport style and offers an unparalleled rear view

2010 Kawasaki Z1000 - Specifications
MSRP $10,499 USD

Engine: Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement: 1043cc
Bore x Stroke: 77.0 x 56.0mm
Compression Ratio: 11.8:1
Fuel Injection: DFI® with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance
Transmission: Six-speed
Final Drive: X-ring chain
Rake / Trail: 24.5 degrees / 4.1 in.
Frame Type: Aluminum Backbone
Front Tire: 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire: 190/50 ZR17
Wheelbase: 56.7 in.
Front Suspension / Wheel Travel: 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel: Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in.
Front Brakes: Dual 300mm petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers
Rear Brake: Single 250mm petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper
Overall Length: 82.5 in.
Overall Width: 31.7 in.
Overall Height: 42.1 in.
Seat Height: 32.1 in.
Fuel Capacity: 4.1 gal
Color Choices: Pearl Stardust White, Metallic Spark Black
Warranty: 12 Months
Good Times™ Protection Plan 12, 24, 36 or 48 months






Features :

All-New Aluminum Backbone Frame
- An aluminum backbone frame designed specifically for the Z1000, and similar in concept to the frame of the Ninja ZX-10R, allows a narrow construction that is easy to grip with the knees
- Lightweight and highly rigid, the frame uses the engine as a stressed member, for a firm, planted feeling and enhanced stability
- Frame is tuned to transmit the ideal level of engine feedback directly to the rider
- The frame's five-piece construction consists of steering stem, left and right main frames, and two cross pieces. The two main frame components have open C-shaped cross sections
- As much as possible, welds were eliminated for simplicity and appearance. The frame beams and swingarm brackets are now single die-cast pieces
- The new frame uses four engine mounts; three mounts are rigid, the upper rear crankcase mount is rubber
- The rear sub-frame is a three-piece aluminum die-casting construction, light, strong and good for mass centralization
- The sub-frame is an example of form and function combined, negating the need for side covers and allowing underseat narrowness for a shorter reach to the ground

All-New Horizontal Rear Monoshock
- New rear suspension positions the shock unit and linkage above the swingarm where it's less exposed to exhaust heat and contributes to mass centralization
- Visible from the outside, the horizontal monoshock contributes to the aggressive appearance of the new Z1000
- Linkage characteristics are the same as those of a standard UNI-TRAK rear suspension: Wheel movement versus shock stroke is the same ratio
- The shock features rebound damping and spring preload adjustability

Fully Adjustable Front Fork
- The Z1000's 41mm inverted fork is adjustable for compression damping, rebound damping and spring preload - and it's protected from harm by a cool-looking shroud
- Settings are designed for both sporty back road performance and excellent comfort on the street

Handlebar, Grips and Footpegs
- The tubular handlebar is rigid-mounted, contributing to sharp, direct handling
- A wide, flat bend handlebar offers a design similar to those on off-road bikes, for excellent control
- Tapered-type grips, like those used on supersport models, offer more direct feel
- Ninja ZX-10R-style footpegs with knurling offer good grip, direct feel and control and no-nonsense looks
- The passenger footpeg brackets incorporate convenient luggage hooks

Brakes
- The Z1000's 300mm front petal brake discs are gripped by opposed four-piston radial-mount calipers. (Caliper piston size is 4x30 mm)
- A radial-pump front brake master cylinder contributes to the superb control and feel offered by the new calipers
- The rear brake is a single piston, pin-slide caliper gripping a 250mm petal disc. The caliper is mounted below the swingarm, and located by a torque rod

Instrumentation
- A distinctive tilting instrument panel with multifunction LCD display behind an orange lens covers all systems

All-new Engine
Cool Air System
- The intake system routes cool air to the airbox from ducts above the radiator shrouds, minimizing performance loss due to heated intake air
- Positioning the ducts close to the rider allows the intake sound to be enjoyed by the rider
- A resonator inside the airbox reduces noise at low rpm, and enhances intake sound at high rpm
- Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve 1,043cc inline-four offers greater torque and a stronger top-end rush than previous Z1000 models
- Crankshaft and transmission shafts are arranged in a straight line instead of a triangular layout, to maintain the design from the previous Z1000 - a design that offers the best look for a naked model
- 38mm downdraft throttle bodies allow intake air to travel to the engine in the shortest possible distance
- Oval sub-throttles help keep the engine slim - a good thing since the throttle bodies are positioned between the rider's knees
- Bore and stroke of 77.0 x 56.0 mm were chosen to achieve the desired engine character -strong in the everyday rpm range most used by naked super bikes
- Soft rev limiter provides good overrev; power doesn't drop off suddenly at high rpm
- The crankshaft was lowered to allow for a longer stroke without adding engine height
- A secondary balancer, driven off a gear on the sixth web of the crankshaft, eliminates excess vibration

Exhaust System
- The exhaust system features a 4-into-2-pre-chamber-into-2 layout. Silencer end-caps maintain the quad-style image
- Main and pre-catalyzers ensure emissions are clean
- Thanks to the under-engine pre-chamber, silencer volume could be reduced. The silencers are also lighter. Overall exhaust system weight is about the same, but the new system offers much better mass centralization and contributes to a lower center of gravity

Fuel Pump
- Slim-type fuel pump features an integral fuel gauge
- With revised fuel tank design and the slim-type fuel pump, dead volume inside the tank is minimized; fuel capacity is 4.1 gallons


All-New Aluminum Backbone Frame
- Lightweight and highly rigid, the frame uses the engine as a stressed member, for a firm, planted feeling and enhanced stability
- Frame is tuned to transmit the ideal level of engine feedback directly to the rider
- The rear sub-frame is a three-piece aluminum die-casting construction, light, strong and good for mass centralization
- An aluminum backbone frame designed specifically for the Z1000, and similar in concept to the frame of the Ninja ZX-10R, allows a narrow construction that is easy to grip with the knees
- As much as possible, welds were eliminated for simplicity and appearance. The frame beams and swingarm brackets are now single die-cast pieces
- The sub-frame is an example of form and function combined, negating the need for side covers and allowing underseat narrowness for a shorter reach to the ground
- The frame's five-piece construction consists of steering stem, left and right main frames, and two cross pieces. The two main frame components have open C-shaped cross sections
- The new frame uses four engine mounts; three mounts are rigid, the upper rear crankcase mount is rubber

2010 Kawasaki Z1000 Technology

TAILOR-MADE SUPER NAKED
In order to deliver an "excitement" never before experienced with Super Naked models,development of the new Z1000 started from scratch - essentially resulting in a Tailor-made Super Naked.

1. VISUAL IMPACT
Unlike the "mono-form" design of supersport models (where the ensemble is designed as a single piece), Kawasaki naked model designs are collections of parts - each meticulously crafted as both stand-alone components, and as parts of a whole. While contemporary Super Naked models are often no more than supersport models with the fairings removed, the new Z1000 realises a stunning VISUAL IMPACT by being conceived in complete design freedom.

Conceived in complete design freedom for a completely unique appearance.
Each part of the new Z1000 was meticulously designed with a dual role in mind:
Individual functionality, and realization of a condensed, mass-forward image.

While the 2007 Z1000 took the avant-garde design of its predecessor and made it sharper and more aggressive, both models can still be said to have conventional designs. In addition to individual functionality, each part of the 2010 Z1000 was designed to draw volume (and mass) away from extremities and toward the centre. The resultant condensed, mass-forward image gives the new Z1000 a more powerful, dynamic design.

2. RIDING IMPACT
Supersport-based engines and chassis offer high performance, but the number of riders who are able to enjoy this performance on the street is limited.

Rather than pursuing "speed" and performance figures, Z1000 development focused on the "excitement" derived from riding a sport bike on the street, thereby achieving a high RIDING IMPACT.

Ride with "IMPACT" at any time, in any situation

New engine: designed to offer increased feeling of "acceleration"
1,043 cc 16-valve DOHC In-line Four
Completely new engine.
Bore and Stroke chosen to achieve desired engine character.

Development Goals:
WILD engine character
Sharp throttle response
High-rpm Power and Sound of an In-line Four

Intoxicating intake howl care of new Cool Air system
Cool Air System
New system uses ducts to direct fresh (cool) air into the air cleaner. Positioning the ducts close to the rider allows the intake sound when accelerating to be enjoyed.

New chassis: designed to maximize enjoyment of sport riding on the street
Highly rigid aluminum frame delivers very direct feel
Rigidity of the main frame was increased; engine mounts increased from 3 to 4.
Using the engine as a stressed member contributes to direct handling.
Using lightweight aluminum for the frame (previously steel) contributes to sharp handling.
Slim, compact twin-tube frame design contributes to ergonomics.
Slim, compact backbone twin-tube frame design contributes to ergonomics
Uniting the main frame and swingarm pivot area contributes to high-quality finish. (welds eliminated)



Features for high level of control
Handlebar
- Wider and moved slightly further and higher. New position contributes to the rider's freedom of movement.
- Fat-type handlebar contributes to tough appearance.

Seat height
- Lowered approximately 5 mm. Slightly narrower thanks to the new frame; this contributes to the rider's freedom of movement.

Footpegs
- Aluminum footpegs from the Ninja ZX-10R with machined edges contribute to the direct feel.

Front brakes
- Radial-mount calipers and a radial-pump master cylinder deliver superb braking performance and precise brake control.

Front suspension with compression adjustability
- Compression damping adjustability added. Settings chosen to deliver light handling.

Thorough mass centralization contribute to light, sharp handling