Kawasaki 1400GTR ABS User Manual
ABS 2011
Specications:
ZG1400CBF
Engine Type
Displacement
Bore & Stroke
Compression Ratio
Fuel System
Ignition
Transmission
Rake/Trail
Front Wheel Travel
Rear Wheel Travel
Front Tire Size
Rear Tire Size
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Wheelbase
Front Brake
Rear Brake
Fuel Tank Capacity
Ground Clearance
Seat Height
Curb Mass
Colours x 2
(Specications subject to change without notice.)
(no panniers) 304 kg (Includes full fuel tank and all uids at correct levels)
Inline 4-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC 16 valve with VVT
1,352 cm³
84.0 x 61.0 mm
10.7:1
Electronic Fuel Injection, 40 mm x 4
Digital Electronic Fuel Injection
6-Speed
26.1°/ 112 mm
113 mm
136 mm
120/70ZR-17
190/50ZR-17
43 mm inverted fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring
preload
Bottom-Link UNI - TRAK, Tera-Lever system with gas charged shock,
remote stepless adjustable spring preload and rebound damping
adustment
1,415 mm
Dual 310 mm semi-oating petal discs, radial-mounted Opposed
4-Piston callipers with K-ACT II ABS
270 mm single petal disc with Opposed Piston calliper with K-ACT II ABS
22.0 litres
125 mm
815 mm
Ebony (H8) or Metallic Dark Green (727)
Key Features:
1,352 cm³, DOHC with Variable Valve Timing
Kawasaki Traction Control (KRTC)
Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking
Technology (K-ACT) ABS
2011 1400GTR ABS
TRANSCONTINENTAL SUPERSPORT: EVOLUTION
Building on the continent-crossing performance of its
predecessor, the 1400GTR incorporates the latest touring
features and rider support technology.
Delivering both awesome supersport performance and comfortable long-distance touring potential, the GTR stands apart
from its rivals.
ADVANCED RIDER SUPPORT TECHNOLOGY
KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control)
Kawasaki’s rst traction control system
- Reduces engine output when wheel spin is detected, allowing
the rear tyre to regain grip
- Enables rough roads to be traversed smoothly
- Ensures grip is maintained on slippery surfaces
2nd Generation K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced
Coactive-braking Technology) ABS
K-ACT ABS complements rider active brake control with
supplementary brake force enahancement for condent, highly
effective braking in all situations.
Economical Riding Indicator
- Lets the rider know when fuel consumption is
favourable
Fuel Economy Assistance Mode
- Selectable mode that switches to a leaner fuel map
prioritising fuel efciency
* First model in class with Variable Valve Timing (VVT).
* VVT delivers high torque at low to medium engine speeds
with ample power at higher engine speeds.
* The VVT unit is mounted on the intake camshaft and
advances or retards the camshaft timing as engine
demand changes.
* Gear-driven duel secondary balancers cut vibration
minimising engine wear, noise and rider fatigue.
FUEL SYSTEM
* Electronic fuel injection feeds the engine exactly the right
amount of fuel giving excellent power, fuel economy, low
exhaust emissions, smooth driveability and easy starting.
* Compared to the Ninja ZX-14 the diameter of the throttle
valves are reduced for more linear low and mid-range throttle
response and driveability.
* Because the smaller diameter throttle bodies give increased
intake velocity, throttle response is very crisp from low to
high-engine speeds.
* High atomising injectors are used to maximise combustion
efciency and minimise emissions.
* Dual throttle valves are tted to signicantly improve
driveability. The sub throttle valves are controlled by the ECU
to provide precise response.
* The ram air induction system takes cooler, high-pressure
air from in front of the cowling and pushes it through the air
cleaner and into the engine for maximum power output.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
HIGH COMFORT & TOURING POTENTIAL
Large windscreen
- Electrically adjustable; new programmable preset
positions
High mirrors
- Positioned 40 mm higher for increased rear visibility
Hand Grip Warmers
Stepless adjustable grip warmers are tted standard.
Switch is located close to the rider for easy access.
Stylish Bodywork
The shape and design of thebodywork provides great comfort.
Lockable Storage Case
Relocating the handy storage case from the top of the tank to
the left side allows it to be accessed when a tank bag is being
used.
Engine
* Ninja ZX-14 based engine tuned for more low end torque
and mid range power.
* To minmise emissions, a honeycomb catalyser is used.
* The internal construction of the mufer is unchanged from
the previous model, however the end cap reduces the length
by 40 mm for a more compact appearance.
ECONOMICAL RIDING INDICATOR
* The Economical Riding Indicator appears on the LCD screen
to indicate favourable fuel consumption. Paying attention to
conditions that result in the inidicator appearing can assist
riders to maximise their fuel efciency. This handy feature is
active all the time.
FUEL ECONOMY ASSISTANCE MODE
* Fuel Economy Assistance Mode can be turned on and off
by the rider. Turning on this mode on switches the ECU to a
leaner fuel map that prioritises fuel economy over driveability.
(Ignition timing and fuel injection are set for maximum fuel
efciency.) When on, the indicator appears on the LCD screen.
* Fuel Economy Assistance Mode is turned on and off by
holding down the new Mode-Select button on the front of the
left grip (where the passing button used to be).
* For either the Economical Riding Indicator or Fuel Economy
Assistance Mode to be effective, the rider must ride in a gentle
manner: less than 6,000 rpm, less than 30% throttle, under
160 km/h. Both Fuel Economy features work in any gear.
KAWASAKI TRACTION CONTROL (KTRC)
* By default, KTRC is always ON when the engine is started.
* Riders must consciously turn the system off (using the on/off
button on the left grip). Turning KTRC off will cause the KTRC
lamp to come on, letting the rider know the system is
no-longer standing-by.
TRANSMISSION
* The 1400GTR comes equipped with a 6-speed transmission.
* The sixth gear is an overdrive gear that allows engine speed
to be reduced when cruising for high comfort and low fuel
consumption.
* Hydraulic operated clutch with radial mounted clutch master
cylinder provides a smooth clutch operation and a high-class
appearance.
* Adjustable back-torque limiter “slipper” clutch helps prevent
rear wheel hop when down-shifting.
* Kawasaki’s rst traction control system was designed, not to
help riders go faster, but rather to provide rider reassurance
by facilitating smooth riding on slippery surfaces.
* The system looks for difference in front and rear wheel
speed. When rear wheel spin (i.e. when rear wheel speed is
faster than front wheel speed) is detected, engine output is
controlled to allow the rear wheel to regain grip.
* KTRC effectively enables riders to negotiate both short
slippery patches (such as train tracks or manhole covers) and
extended stretches of bad road (e.g. dirt, gravel, cobblestone,
grass) without worry. Wheel spin is also limited when starting
on a slippery surface.
* Additionally, because slower front wheel speed is interpreted
as rear wheel spin, the system prevents wheelies. However,
should the rear wheel lock up under engine braking (slower
rear wheel speed), the system will not engage, nor is the
system designed to prevent lateral slides – although limiting
rear wheel spin may reduce the chance of a lateral rear wheel
slide occurring.
* KTRC uses 3-way control, governing ignition timing, fuel
delivery and airow (via the sub-throttles). It is the control of
the sub-throttles that enables KTRC’s smooth operation.
SHAFT DRIVE
* The GTR uses Kawasaki’s Tetra-Lever rear suspension
system to almost completely eliminate the up/down movement
associated with shaft drives during acceleration and
deceleration, resulting in a very natural ride feel similar to
chain drive with the added benets of a shaft drive system
(see rear suspension for more detail).
CHASSIS
The aluminium monocoque frame is a more advanced version
of those used on the Ninja ZX-12R and Ninja ZX-14.
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