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ABS

ABS is designed to offer confident, stable braking performance by helping to prevent wheel lock that may occur due to sudden changes in road conditions during braking or to over-application of the brakes.

Economical Riding Indicator

The Economical Riding Indicator is a mark that appears on the LCD screen to indicate
favourable fuel consumption.

Electronic Cruise Control

Enhancing rider convenience, Electronic Cruise Control allows the rider to fix vehicle
speed with the touch of a button.

Fuel Economy Assistance Mode

Fuel Economy Assistance Mode is a selectable mode that switches the ECU to a leaner fuel map, prioritising fuel economy.

Fuel Efficient

Vehicles that have a fuel efficiency rating under 5.5L/100km.

K-ACT ABS: Kawasaki Advanced
Coactive-braking Technology ABS

Designed to complement riders’ applied brake force, K-ACT ABS ensures ideal brake force distribution for confident, highly effective braking in all situations. As with standard brake systems, rider actuation of the front brake lever and/or rear brake pedal causes brake fluid to act directly on caliper pistons. Pressure sensors (one for the front brake master cylinder, and one for the rear) detect the amount of braking force the rider is applying, then, taking into account vehicle speed, the brake ECU determines the amount of corresponding brake force necessary for maximum braking efficiency. A motor in the control unit operates front and rear fluid pumps, increasing pressure to the front right caliper (based on rear pedal application) and/or rear caliper (based on front lever application) as necessary. K-ACT ABS also incorporates an anti-lock braking function to help prevent the wheels from locking up during hard braking.

KIBS: Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System

KIBS is a multi-sensing system, using input from numerous sources. In addition to front and rear wheel speed sensors (standard for any ABS system), KIBS also monitors front caliper hydraulic pressure and various information from the engine ECU (throttle position, engine speed, clutch actuation and gear position). It is the first mass-production motorcycle system to feature communication between the engine ECU and ABS ECU. This high-precision brake pressure control enables the system to avoid reduced brake performance due to excessive pressure drops, allows lever feel to be maintained when KIBS is active, and ensures ABS pulses feel smooth (not heavy). A number of sport riding benefits (rear lift suppression, minimal kickback during operation, and accounting for back-torque) make KIBS ideally suited for supersport models.

KIPASS: Kawasaki’s Intelligent Proximity Activation Start System*

KIPASS (Kawasaki’s Intelligent Proximity Activation Start System) is a master key system that allows remote activation of the bike’s main switch and steering lock.

KTRC: Kawasaki Traction Control (1-mode)

An example of the innovative Kawasaki technology that facilitates rider control, KTRC provides rider reassurance by facilitating smooth riding on slippery surfaces. Using front and rear wheel speed sensors, wheel speed is monitored. 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. The system uses 3-way control, governing ignition timing, fuel deliver and airflow (via the sub-throttles) to ensure smooth operation. 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) with confidence.

KTRC (Kawasaki TRaction Control) (3-mode)

3-Mode KTRC combines the best elements of Kawasaki’s two traction control systems, S-KTRC and KTRC. Three modes cover a range of riding conditions, offering either enhanced sport riding performance or the peace of mind to negotiate slippery surfaces with confidence.
Modes 1 and 2 are similar to S-KTRC, prioritising maximum forward acceleration. The system looks at a number of parameters (front and rear wheel speed (slippage) and various engine, machine and rider input parameters, etc)and confirms conditions every 5 milliseconds to get an accurate real-time picture of what is going on. Using complex analysis, the system is able to predict when traction conditions are about to become unfavourable. By acting before slippage exceeds the range for optimal traction, drops in power can be minimised, resulting in ultra-smooth operation.
Mode 3 is similar to the original KTRC, providing rider reassurance by facilitating smooth riding on slippery surfaces. When excessive rear wheel spin is detected, Mode 3 employs three-way control – governing ignition timing, fuel delivery and airflow (via the sub-throttles) – and engine output is reduced to a level that allows the rear wheel to regain grip. This effectively enables riders to negotiate both short slippery patches (such as train tracks or manhole covers) and extended stretches of bad road (e.g. wet pavement, cobblestone, gravel, etc) without worry.

Power Modes

A choice of Full Power or Low Power modes allows riders to set power delivery to suit preference and conditions. Low Power mode limits output to approximately 75% of Full Power and uses a milder throttle response. (Reduction of both power and throttle response varies according to engine speed (rpm), throttle position and gear position.)

Power Modes (with Variable Middle Mode)

In addition to Full power mode, two additional modes (Middle, Low) allow riders to select power delivery to suit preference and conditions. While Low mode offers limited operation (about 60% of Full), in Middle mode, performance varies according to throttle position and engine speed. At less than 50% throttle opening, performance is essentially the same as Low mode. By opening the throttle more than 50%, riders can gain access to the performance range between the Low and Full power curves.

S-KTRC (Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control)

Kawasaki’s predictive race-type traction control is a highly sophisticated system based on
MotoGP racing technology. Unlike the original KTRC, which was designed to offer rider reassurance when traversing slippery surfaces, S-KTRC, allows riding at the edge of traction in order to maximise forward motion. The quickest acceleration requires a certain amount of slip, so, in order to optimise traction, S-KTRC actually allows slip. The ideal slip ratio varies according to conditions. The system looks at a number of parameters (front and rear wheel speed (slippage) and various engine, machine and rider input parameters,etc) and confirms conditions every 5 milliseconds to get
an accurate real-time picture of what is going on. Using complex analysis, the system is able to predict when traction conditions are about to become unfavourable. By acting before slippage exceeds the range for optimal traction, drops in power can be minimized, resulting in ultra-smooth operation. Able to distinguish between smooth (torque) wheelies and sudden wheelies, the system also allows torque wheelies provided sufficient acceleration is maintained.