2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS is an amazing bike. It is best known for its smooth to ride, speed and comfort. Reviews of 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS will elaborate you how Kawasaki change this bike an excellent one. Kawasaki has not only reduce engine inertia up to 20 percent but also improve engine’s efficiency. The bike has a stable braking system, and there is also the reduction in braking forces as well. The design of the bike is incredible, it has a minimum air drag on high speed which makes the ride excellent.
2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS – specs
2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS engine
Kawasaki is working on every aspect of new 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS bike. The bike has Liquid cooled four cylinders in line, four strokes powerful engine 16-valve with DOHC and four dual injections 47 mm injectors. The bike comes with the displacement of 998cc while maximum power of 200 horsepower at 13,000 RPM and produce a maximum torque of 83.4 pounds per feet at 11,500 RPM. The bike has an electronic throttle valve with a compression ratio of 13.0:1. Fuel capacity is 4.5 gallons or 17 liters.
One of the best features regarding engine on new 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS is the mechanization of intake ports in two stages, first is on valve seats, then on an inclined angle to promote the straight path for air flow. The ports are well polished which allow a greater volume of air and fuel mixture which ultimately will cause the increase in power. Exhaust ports are extensive and straight, and they also are well polished, the combustion chamber is now reshaped and contain 25.5 mm high exhaust valve while intake diameter is 31 mm. The spark plugs have a platinum tips which helps to the linear delivery of power, especially on initial throttle opening. These plugs are durable and have the very long service life.
The combustion chamber has a short piston of 37.7 mm, and each piston is now 5 grams lighter than the previous models. This lightweight piston gives a quick throttle response. These pistons are made from heat resistant alloy and contain a dry film of lubricant coating.
Chassis
2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS has a cast Aluminum twin spar frame and Aluminum swingarm chassis. The bike includes a rake at 25.0° and trail is only 107 mm. This bike is well known for its suspension; its front suspension is 43mm Showa fork with the external compression chamber. The rear suspension is Showa BFRC lite shock with compression and a horizontal back-link. The braking system is quite well and is functioning correctly. The front brakes are dual 330 mm semi-floating Brembo rotors with the support of Brembo master cylinder. The rear brakes are 220 mm rotor with Nissin single bore pin-slide caliper. The bike has a three-spoke cast aluminum with front tire of 120/70 58W and rear tire of 190/55-17 75W, and the wheelbase is 1440 mm or 56.7 inches.
Design
The new 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS bike comes with two colors with the option of KIBS (Kawasaki’s ABS). Green and Metallic Matte Carbon. Winter graphics edition contains plain Black with White graphics which is not still available in the US. Kawasaki provides it bikes with race kit. The Seat is adjusted in such a way that rider feel comfort and speed both in the same bike. The bike has a seat height of 835 mm or 32.9 inches while maximum length is 2090 mm or 82.3 inches while the maximum width is 740 mm or 29.1 inches. The wet weight is 454 pounds.
Electronics
The new 2016 ZX-10R ABS has an excellent electronic system. The electronic system is divided into three power mode 100 %, 80 %, and 60 % output. All of these modes uses same Bosch IMU. The electronic system also contains electronic throttle auction system which has enabled the traction control system. Its unique feature is support for Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC), which includes five modes of for greater control which was not possible before.
Handling and stability
Kawasaki’s new 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS bike is excellent when it comes to handling the heavy bikes. The bike is easy to ride engine is the bit higher in the frame while a rider is a bit lower which makes a right combination to sit and ride. The steering head is now closer to the rider. The raised center of gravity reduces the inertia and give bike stability. The suspension of the bike is excellent especially rear suspension provides fantastic support to the motorcycle. Wheels also provide traction on the road. The braking system is best functioning and functions well no matter on which speed you are moving.
2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS Price
Kawasaki’s new 2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS comes with a two price packages. KRT Edition is $15,299 while the price with ABS supported is $16,299. The regular comes with a price of $14,999 while the ABS supported is $15,999.
2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R ABS-specs
Engine
| Max Power (Claimed) | 147.1 kW (200 hp) at 13,000 RPM |
| Max Torque (Claimed) | 113.5 Nm (83.8 lb-ft) at 11,500 RPM |
| Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, inline four cylinders, four strokes, 16-valve, DOHC, four dual injection 47mm injectors |
| Electronics | S-KTRC, Ride Modes, KEBC, KLCM, KQS |
| Fueling | Four doul injections 47 mm injectors, electronic throttle valve |
| Bore x Stroke | 76.0 x 55.0 mm |
| Displacement | 998 cc |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 compression |
Transmission
| Transmission | Six speed, cassette style |
| Clutch | Wet, multi-disc back-torque limiting clutch |
| Chassis | Cast aluminum twin-spar frame, aluminum swingarm |
| Rake | 25.0° |
| Trail | 107 mm |
Dimension
| Seat Height | 835 mm (32.9 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2090 mm (82.3 inches) |
| Overall Width | 740 mm (29.1 inches) |
| Wet Weight (Claimed) | 454 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 17 liters (4.5 gallons) |
Wheels/Tyres
| Front Suspension | 43 mm Showa BFF fork, external compression chamber, preloaded adjustable |
| Rear Suspension | Showa BFRC lite shock, compression, preload adjustable, horizontal back-link |
| Front Brakes | (KIBS) Dual 330 mm semi-floating Brembo rotors, Brembo radial Monoblock four-piston M50 calipers, Brembo master cylinder |
| Rear Brakes | 220 mm rotor, Nissin Single-bore pin-slide caliper |
| Wheels & Tires | Three-spoke cast aluminum, 120/70-17 58W, 190/55–17 75W |
| Wheelbase | 1440 mm (56.7 inches) |
Color Options
| Colors | Lime Green KRT Edition, Metallic Matte Carbon Gray |
Conclusion
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