Kawasaki KFX 700, 2009

Kawasaki KFX 700, 2009

USA Specifications
Engine: Liquid-cooled, four-stroke V-twin, SOHC, four valves per cylinder with wet sump lubrication
Displacement: 697cc
Bore x stroke: 82 x 66mm
Carburetion: Dual Keihin CVKR-D32
Starting: Electric
Transmission: Continuously variable transmission with forward, reverse and neutral
Final drive: Shaft
Frame type: Double cradle, racing type, high-tensile tubular steel
Front suspension / wheel travel: Dual A-arms, coil-over shocks / 9.3 in.
Rear suspension / wheel travel: Linkless swingarm, piggy-back reservoir shock, dual-rate spring / 7.9 in.
Front tires: ITP Holeshot AT22x7-10
Rear tires: ITP Holeshot AT22x11-10
Front brakes: Dual discs with two-piston calipers
Rear brake: Sealed, oil-bathed, multi-disc
Overall length: 78.1 in.
Overall width: 47.0 in.
Overall height: 46.1 in.
Seat height: 33.5 in.
Wheelbase: 50.6 in.
Ground clearance: At center of chassis – 9.6 in, at rear axle – 6.3 in.
Lighting: Dual 45W halogen headlights, 5/21W taillight/brake light
Curb weight: 551.3 lbs.
Fuel capacity: 3.2 gal.
Footpegs: Sport-style serrated
Color choices: Lime Green, Metallic Marble Red

 Features and Benefits:
697cc V-twin four-stroke engine
- Dual Keihin downdraft carburetors provide maximum torque
- 90-degree cylinder offset produces perfect primary balance to minimize vibration
- Tuned for the widest possible torque curve and a power delivery that’s optimized to make it easier to accelerate without excessive wheelspin

Transmission
- Super-responsive Kawasaki continuously variable transmission (CVT) with special Kevlar reinforced drive belt that enhances acceleration while maximizing durability
- Forward-neutral-reverse grip-type shifter positioned conveniently on the left handlebar makes gear selection quick and easy
- Shaft drive integrated with the unitized swingarm

Chassis and Suspension
- Racing-style chassis with single-spar front frame tube for maximum A-arm length is the design of choice amongst Grand National Cross Country (GNCC) ATV racers
- A-arms at a long, flat angle, which provides optimum handling by minimizing “tire scrub” during up-and-down suspension travel
- Dual A-arm front suspension offers 9.3 inches of travel
- Unitized alloy swingarm with large-capacity, piggyback reservoir shock and dual-rate spring features compression damping, pre-load adjustment and 7.9 inches of travel
- Low-mounted 3.2-gallon fuel tank helps keep the center of gravity low for enhanced handling

Front Disc and Sealed Rear Brakes
- Dual front hydraulic disc brakes offer strong, consistent stopping performance
- Kawasaki’s sealed multi-disc brake assembly provides superior ground clearance and fade-free braking power

Kawasaki Concours, 2008

Kawasaki Concours, 2008

Kawasaki Concours, 2008

Kawasaki Concours photos, images and pictures. The Kawasaki Concours is a 1000 cc or 1400 cc sport touring motorcycle manufactured since 1985 by Kawasaki.

Kawasaki announced a new generation Concours In September 2006, know as the Concours 14 in the USA, or 1400GTR in other markets. Introduced in September 2007, the new bike is based on the ZX-14 platform with features similar to the original Concours – an inline-4 engine, luggage, shaft drive and a full fairing.

In addition to optional ABS, the new bike offers an electrically controlled screen, an innovative pass-key system, and a sophisticated rear suspension-drive system known as Tetralever – not unlike BMW's Paralever and Moto Guzzi's CARC rear suspensions – to handle the conflicting drive and suspension forces (known as shaft effect) typical when shaft-driven motorcycles carry powerful engines.

Kawasaki ER-6 Spy Shot, 2006

Kawasaki ER-6 Spy Shot, 2006

Kawasaki ER-6 Spy Shot, 2006

650cc parallel twin engine and wavy front brake discs.

All-new parallel twin engine and has been design to give ‘the size and feel of a 400 with the power of a 650’. The engine has been made very small in order to allow the bike to have a short wheelbase to improve the handling while the exhaust under the engine lowers the centre of gravity. The shorter chassis of the Swingarm can be made longer which also helps to improve the handling.

The Essential Riding: the new ER-6n
For motorcyclists, whether new to two wheels or long-term riders, the essence of motorcycling, the freedom that riding on two wheels provides, is sometimes difficult to express.

With a reputation for innovative motorcycles delivering the performance sought by enthusiasts the world over, Kawasaki have now taken the refreshing and imaginative step of combining their engineering prowess and an awareness of contemporary design, with the introduction of the stunning all-new ER-6n.
Conceived at the exclusive Kawasaki design facility in Akashi, Japan, the ER-6n represents a bold new era for Kawasaki and fresh opportunities both for existing riders and those who have previously not considered the merits of motorcycling.

The machine for riders of all ages and abilities whether male or female, the core appeal of the ER-6n is that of a motorcycle at the very cutting edge of contemporary design, just as pleasing to look at as it is to ride.
Incorporating ergonomics perfectly suited to a variety of riders, the ER-6n makes optimum use of a compact two-cylinder engine to deliver a sleek chassis that is extremely manoeuvrable and fun-to-ride.

For new riders, the ER-6n experience will grow and mature along with theirs.
For existing riders, the machine will reawaken in them the very essence of the motorcycle riding sensation, providing a broad spread of useable engine power matched to a chassis that is outstanding in both visual and engineering terms.

The ER-6n represents a single-minded vision for the Kawasaki company, a vision born of a passionate commitment to offering the sheer enjoyment that motorcycling represents to the widest possible audience.
In an age where transport alternatives all shout for attention, the ER-6n evokes the elusive essence of Kawasaki’s commitment to fun, thrills and freedom on two wheels, crafted and distilled into one distinctive statement.

Kawasaki Vulcan1600 Nomad, 2005

Kawasaki Vulcan1600 Nomad, 2005

The One of Kawasaki's most popular models gets more chrome, more comfort and more cubic centimeters for 2005.
The new Vulcan 1600 Nomad retains the elegant style of the Vulcan 1500 Nomad, but features more chrome, enhanced passenger comfort, and the big V-twin engine's displacement has been boosted to 1,552cc to give it an even keener power band.
The displacement has increased from 1,470 cm3 to 1,552 cm3. VN1500L exhaust characteristics are maintained; fuel injection settings are changed accordingly. The greater displacement substantially increases power feeling.

The Chassis Updates
Frame is essentially the same as that of the VN1600A with reinforced gusseting in the middle section.
Fork offset of 15 mm (5 mm less than that of VN1600A) results in ideal handling for this model.
Engine guard mounted to the downtube protects the engine in the event the bike falls over.
Pannier guards prevent damage to the panniers in the event the bike falls over.

The Styling/Ergonomic Updates
In addition to the windscreen and panniers from the VN1500L, the new Classic Tourer receives a number of new features designed to increase passenger comfort. These include the addition of a backrest, passenger grab rails and a change from pillion footpegs to footboards.
Backrest tailored to fit pillion's body provides high-comfort support for long-distance rides.
Elegantly crafted aluminium die-cast grab rails replacing the seat band of the VN1500L are shaped to fit the pillion's hands. In addition to providing additional passenger security, their chrome-coated finish contributes to the improved high-quality appearance.

Pillion footboards give passengers more choice of foot position, which translates to greater comfort.
Reshaped rear seat complements the backrest and grab bars and contributes to the increased passenger comfort.
New seat construction features leather seat covers bonded to urethane for high-quality surface.
Revised front emblem and an emblem added to the rear of the bike contribute to the enhanced quality.