Kawasaki has offered a significant price reduction for its flagship litre-class superbike, the Ninja ZX-10R. The motorcycle is now priced at Rs 17.34 lakh, ex-showroom, following a massive Rs 1.14 lakh cut. The model was launched in September at a sticker price of Rs 17.30 lakh, however, shortly after the launch, the manufacturer announced a price hike that raised its price to Rs 18.50 lakh, ex-showroom.
Kawasaki’s recent decision to slash the price is likely aimed to reclaim the value for money proposition of the motorcycle. The ZX-10R locks its horns as a strong contender against rivals like the Suzuki GSX-R1000, and BMW S 1000 RR. Here, let’s quickly take a look at some important highlights about the motorcycle.
Kawasaki ZX-10R: Engine and features
For starters, the Ninja ZX-10R is powered by a liquid-cooled 998cc, in-line 4-cylinder motor that belts out 200 bhp and 114.9 Nm of peak torque. With RAM air intake, the engine output increases to an impressive 210 bhp. This powerplant comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox featuring a bi-directional quickshifter.
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Suspension duties are handled by Showa units, with a fully adjustable BFF fork at the front and a BFRC monoshock at the rear. Stopping power comes from the braking setup including dual 330mm front discs and a single 220mm rear disc, featuring dual-channel ABS.
Kawasaki has packed the ZX-10R with advanced electronics to enhance its performance and safety. The motorcycle comes equipped with multiple riding modes, traction control, launch control, and engine brake control. Other key highlights include cruise control and smartphone connectivity via a TFT, lean-sensitive ABS and an Ohlins electronic steering damper.
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