2014 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX™-14R ABS for Sale

1,441 cc 4-cylinder Liquid-cooled DOHC Engine

• Mechanical noise is kept to a minimum via special piston profiles and a urethane insulation sheet on the inside of the magnesium chain cover
• 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
• Surface and heat treatments allow the transmission gears to better harness the engine’s prodigious power output
• Thick 40 mm crankshaft main journals contribute to long-term engine durability
• Strong cam chain and tensioning system offers excellent high-rpm durability
• 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
• 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

ABS Disc Brakes with Petal-type Rotors and Radial-mount Calipers

• Radial-pump front brake master cylinder provides excellent lever feel and feedback
• 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 4-piston front brake calipers offer greater rigidity than traditional caliper mounting to improve brake feel
• Petal-type brake rotors provide better cooling and enhanced warp resistance than traditional discs
• Compact, lightweight ABS unit is highly effective without weighing the bike down
• ABS brakes offer excellent performance and enhanced confidence in adverse conditions

Aggressive Supersport Bodywork

• Lightweight Denso radiator with dual fans and high-density cores provides maximum cooling efficiency
• 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.
• Both the front and rear turn signals are integrated into the bodywork and have clear lenses to enhance for a more modern appearance
• Standard rear-seat cowl adds aesthetic appeal
• Efficient fairing venting offers excellent engine-heat control to help maintain rider and passenger comfort on hot days
• 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

Back-torque Limiting “Slipper” Clutch

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

Comfortable Sporting Suspension

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

Digital Fuel Injection

• Fuel injectors deliver lateral spray at a 20 degree angle to disperse the finely atomized (75-micron droplet size) fuel over a wide area
• High performance intake tract porting optimizes flow characteristics
• DFI® throttle body assembly features individual 44 mm 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.

Dual-mode Digital Ignition

• ECU includes an idle speed control system for easier starting and warm-up
• Individual spark plug-mounted ignition coils fire each of the 4 spark plugs independently to achieve the optimum timing for that cylinder
• Digital timing advance enhances low and mid-range power
• Rider selectable full and low power maps offer a choice between full power and approximately 50 percent power output to help suit changing conditions

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
• 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, 2 trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator, clock, and many other variables, including traction-control and power mode information through its LCD indicator
• Black-faced dual analog speedometer and tachometer are easy to read

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
• Revised balance weights keep the dimensioned engine (more stroke) in ideal balance, resulting in improved comfort for riders and passengers

High-flow Exhaust System

• 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
• The internal construction of the dual mufflers minimizes the impact of noise and emissions regulations, while maintaining impressive top-end power
• Header assembly has tapered-diameter pipes for optimal engine response and power output

Key Features

• High performance exhaust system features large-diameter tapered head pipes, a catalyzer and an efficient muffler assembly for low noise and emissions
• Slipper clutch assembly helps control chassis upset from rear-wheel torque effects while braking and downshifting
• KTRC traction-control system addresses varying riding conditions via 3 different modes controlled by a handy switch assembly on the left handlebar
• ABS brake option helps increase rider confidence and helps provide additional security in slippery situations
• One-of-a-kind 1,441 cc inline-4 engine is the most massively powerful motorcycle engine Kawasaki has ever produced, delivering the most power of any current production sportbike in the world
• Flagship-worthy finish quality with hidden bodywork fasteners
• Balanced suspension settings front and rear for a comfortable ride without sacrificing performance
• Radial-mount calipers feature individual pads for each piston, improving heat management
• All-new 10-spoke wheels are more than 3 pounds lighter in total than the previous generation’s, reducing unsprung weight for better handling and maneuverability
• Supersport bodywork package embraces the visual cues of Kawasaki siblings, includes a rear seat cowl and adds better air management for improved rider and passenger comfort
• Aluminum swingarm assembly is longer than traditional designs and incorporates strengthening gussets to withstand the engine’s substantial torque
• Aluminum monocoque frame is narrow, strong and rigid for impressive sport riding performance that complements the engine’s power

KTRC Traction Control

• Modes are indicated on the LCD cockpit display
• Modes are selected by a handy switch assembly on the left handlebar
• KTRC traction-control system features 3 different selectable modes to suit rider preference and different riding conditions

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.
• Battery is also housed within the frame and is easily accessible through an aluminum frame cover
• Frame houses the air box and air filter in a space-saving design that simplifies air cleaner maintenance
• Massive head pipe casting contributes to frame rigidity
• Long swingarm design helps maximize forward drive and is gusseted to better cope with the engine’s healthy torque output
• 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
• Rigidly mounted engine is a stressed frame member, which increases the frame’s torsional rigidity and saves weight vs. traditional designs
• Many of the frame’s cast aluminum sections – steering head and swingarm pivot areas – are produced via a die-casting process for weight savings

Ram Air Induction

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