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Powersports Business • September 2023 • 29
N inja ZX-10R and Z900 return to Kawasaki ’ s 2024 motorcycle lineup
Kawasaki has announced the return of two popular models to its 2024 motorcycle lineup with the Ninja ZX−10R and Z900 . The Ninja ZX−10R and Ninja ZX−10R KRT Edition supersport will be available in both ABS and non-ABS versions . The Z900 ABS supernaked sportbike will come in two color variations followed by the 2024 Z900 SE ABS .
2024 Ninja ZX-10R supersport . Photo courtesy of Kawasaki
2024 MODEL VARIATIONS
KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-10R Color : Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony MSRP : $ 17,799
KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-10R KRT EDITION Color : Lime Green / Ebony MSRP : $ 17,799
KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-10R ABS Color : Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony MSRP : $ 18,799
NINJA ZX-10R The Kawasaki Ninja ZX−10R supersport continues to raise the bar with its success on the racetrack , including carrying the brand to seven FIM Superbike World Championships ( WorldSBK ) since 2013 .
The Ninja ZX−10R ’ s 998cc inline four , 16−valve engine balances power with manageability , paired with advanced electronics such as Kawasaki Cornering Management Function ( KCMF ), Bosch IMU , Sport-Kawasaki TRaction Control ( S-KTRC ), Kawasaki Launch Control Mode ( KLCM ), Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System ( KIBS ), Kawasaki Engine Brake Control , Kawasaki Quick Shifter ( KQS ), Öhlins Electronic Steering Damper and Power Modes .
The aluminum twin-spar frame , Showa Balance Free Front Fork ( BFF ), and horizontal back-link rear suspension with a Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion ( BFRC ) shock were developed with technology from Kawasaki ’ s World Superbike factory racers . The TFT color instrumentation with smartphone connectivity via the Rideology app and electronic cruise control add rider convenience .
The next-generation bodywork and styling with integrated winglets were designed with aerodynamic performance in mind and offer improved drag resistance and an increase in downforce , while its recently introduced air-cooled oil cooler increases cooling and boosts engine performance .
The 2024 Ninja ZX−10R is available in the Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony color way while the Ninja ZX−10R KRT Edition features exclusive Kawasaki Racing Team ( KRT ) graphics with both made available as ABS and non-ABS models .
Z900 ABS The 2024 Z900 ABS naked sportbike features a host of advanced features and epitomizes what Kawasaki believes a supernaked bike should be . The Z900 ABS features a 948cc liquid-cooled , in-line four-cylinder engine , trellis frame , Sugomi-inspired Z styling , Kawasaki TRaction Control ( KTRC ), Power Mode and integrated riding modes selection , smartphone connectivity ,
KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-10R KRT EDITION ABS Color : Lime Green / Ebony MSRP : $ 18,799
KAWASAKI Z900 ABS Color : Metallic Spark Black / Metallic Matte Dark Gray , Candy Persimmon Red / Ebony MSRP : $ 9,799 , *$ 10,099
KAWASAKI Z900 SE Color : Metallic Spark Black / Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray / Candy Lime Green MSRP : $ 11,299
TFT color instrumentation , LED headlamp , position lamp and license plate lamp , and Dunlop Sportmax RoadSport 2 tires .
Z900 SE ABS The Kawasaki Z900 SE ABS supernaked channels many of the features found on its Z900 brethren . Additional features unique to the 2024 Z900 SE ABS include an upgraded Brembo front brake package , a large-diameter inverted fork with added compression damping adjustability , and an Öhlins S46 rear shock with remote preload adjuster . Together , Kawasaki says these premium upgrades deliver improved handling , performance , and excitement in addition to styling cues that make this supernaked motorcycle stand out from the crowd .