The 2010 Kawasaki Conours 14 will Redefine Sport Touring - Pics

Building on the continent-crossing comfort and genuine sportbike performance of its predecessor, the second-generation Concours™ 14 includes new touring features and updated technology to advance the state of the sport touring art. The Concours 14 has earned rave-reviews from expert journalists and current owners who’ve experienced the otherworldly thrust and sublime composure of its Ninja® ZX™-14 based engine and chassis.

Already a showcase for the latest Kawasaki technology, the new Concours 14 ABS model adds a number of new systems designed to improve the riding experience. KTRC, Kawasaki’s first traction control system, helps provide peace of mind when negotiating slippery surfaces. K-ACT II selectable, sport-oriented coactive ABS complements the rider’s brake inputs with supplementary force enhancements for improved braking performance on a wide variety of riding surfaces.

Both versions include a number of upgrades, bodywork refinements and detail changes which vastly improve rider comfort, and make long-distance journeys even easier than before. A larger windscreen offers extra wind protection and new heat-dissipating bodywork provides better heat management. A number of additional new features, like heated handgrips, upgraded computer functions, a relocated glove box, and tank bag hooks offer added convenience and increase the Concours 14’s touring performance.

Key Features:
• NEW Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC)
• NEW K-ACT II Selectable, Sport Oriented Coactive Anti Lock Brakes
• NEW Enhanced Touring Amenities – Heated Grips, Outside Air Temp, Economical Riding Indicator, Fuel Economy Assistance Mode, Relocated Electro-Locking Glove Box, Computer Mode Select Button on Handlebar, Tank Bag Hooks, Relocated Mirrors,
• NEW Sharper, More-Aggressive Bodywork – Better Heat Management and Improved Wind Protection
• NEW Suspension Settings – Lighter Handling
• NEW Bridgestone BT 021 tires – Lighter Handling, Improved Wear
• Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
• Tetra-Lever Shaft Drive
• Back Torque Limiting “Slipper” Clutch
• KIPASS – Remote Ignition Activation and Security Transponder
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Specifications

Engine Type    Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valve per cylinder, inline-four with VVT
Displacement    1,352 cc
Bore and Stroke    84.0 x 61.0mm
Maximum Torque    102.0 lb-ft @ 6,200 rpm
Compression Ratio    10.7:1
Fuel Ignition    Digital Fuel Injection w/ 40mm throttle bodies
Ignition    TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission    6-Speed
Final Drive    Tetra-Lever shaft drive
Rake/Trail    26.1 degrees/4.4 in.
Front Tire Size    120/70 ZR-17
Rear Tire Size    190/50 ZR-17
Front Suspension / wheel travel    43mm inverted, telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload / 4.4 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel    Tetra-Lever with stepless rebound damping adjustment and remote spring preload adjuster / 5.4 in.
Front Brake Type    Dual floating 310mm petal discs with four-piston calipers (optional ABS)
Rear Brake Type    Single 270mm petal disc
Fuel Tank Capacity    5.8 gal.
Seat Height    32.1″
Curb Weight    679.1 lbs.
Wheelbase    59.8
Overal Length    89.4 in.
Overall height windscreen min / windscreen max    50.8/55.3
Overall width at handlebars / at saddlebags 30.7 in. / 39.4 in.
Color Candy Neptune Blue/Flat Super Black
Warranty 12 Months
Good TimesTM Protection Plan 12, 24 or 36 months
MSRP $14,599, ABS Model $15,299