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Detail
Flagship Tourer
Silky smooth power delivery with a characteristic Kawasaki edge puts the 1400GTR in a class of its own. Advanced engineering, practical features and outstanding performance, the latest 1400GTR has them all.
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Features
Instruments
The GTR's multi-function display now includes an outside air temperature monitor. Other new instrument functions include the K-ACT mode indicator, Economical Riding Indicator, and Fuel Economy Assistance Mode icon. The mode-Select button on the front of the left grip (where the passing button used to be) increases convenience by allowing the rider to change LCD modes without having to take their hand off the handlebar.
Taller and wider electrically adjustable wind screen
The electrically adjustable windscreen is now 70 mm taller and is also wider at the top. Its increased height allows air passing over the top of the screen to flow smoothly around the rider’s helmet and the wider top portion of the screen results in less wind striking the rider’s shoulders and upper arms.
KIPASS
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. For added security, an immobiliser function is incorporated into the ignition system.
Colour-matched 35-litre panniers
The large-volume panniers are integrally designed to complement the GTR’s overall styling package. The cases are easily detachable, water-resistant and easily hold a full-face helmet. Mounted as close as possible to the bike’s centreline and the bike’s centre of gravity, their lightweight construction was designed to minimise their influence on the bike’s centre of mass.
2nd Generation K-ACT
K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Coactive-braking Technology) ABS enables riders to execute controlled, balanced braking. Designed to complement riders’ applied brake force, K-ACT ABS ensures ideal brake force distribution to maximise braking efficiency.
Tetra-lever shaft drive
To ensure that the GTR’s massive torque is transmitted to the tarmac as efficiently as possible, a highly rigid, dual-sided, 4-link swingarm is used. Called the Tetra-Lever, it is designed to offset the lifting or squatting tendency of shaft drives when the throttle is opened and closed.
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 efficiency.) When on, a icon appears on the LCD screen. The rider must ride in a gentle manner: less than 6,000 rpm, less than 30% throttle, under 160 km/h.
Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC)
Kawasaki’s first traction control system was designed 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 spins (i.e. when rear wheel speed is faster than front wheel speed), engine output is controlled to allow the rear wheel to regain grip.
1,352cc in-line Four with Variable Valve Timing
Power comes from a ZZR1400-based engine tuned for more low and mid-range torque. This liquid-cooled, 16-valve, In-Line Four features variable valve timing for high torque output at low and medium rpm.
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 icon appearing can assist riders to maximise their fuel efficiency. The rider must ride in a gentle manner: less than 6,000 rpm, less than 30% throttle, under 160 km/h.
Heated Grips
Stepless adjustable heated grips are fitted standard. The rotary switch is located close to the rider for easy access with gloved hands.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
To warn riders of any tyre pressure irregularities, tyre pressure sensors are fitted as standard equipment. The system allows the rider to monitor tyre pressure while underway. When tyre pressure falls below 220 kPa, a low pressure warning is displayed. The ability to take into account temperature changes and display values recalculated for 20°C helps prevent false warnings when air expands as the tyres warm up.
Tech Specs
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Fuel system | Fuel injection: ø40 mm x 4 |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starting | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Engine type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four |
| Displacement | 1,352 cm³ |
| Bore x stroke | 84.0 x 61.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.7:1 |
| Valve/Induction system | DOHC, 16 valves with variable valve timing |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return |
| Final Drive | Shaft |
| Primary reduction ratio | 1.556 (84/54) |
| Gear ratios: 1st | 3.333 (50/15) |
| Gear ratios: 2nd | 2.412 (41/17) |
| Gear ratios: 3rd | 1.900 (38/20) |
| Gear ratios: 4th | 1.545 (34/22) |
| Gear ratios: 5th | 1.292 (31/24) |
| Gear ratios: 6th | 1.074 (29/27) |
| Final reduction ratio | 2.036 (14/22 x 32/10) |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Frame | |
| Frame type | Monocoque, pressed-aluminium |
| Rake/Trail | 26.1˚ / 112 mm |
| Wheel travel, front | 113 mm |
| Wheel travel, rear | 136 mm |
| Tyre, front | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Tyre, rear | 190/50ZR17M/C (73W) |
| Steering angle, left / right | 31˚ / 31˚ |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension, front | 43 mm inverted fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload |
| Suspension, rear | Horizontal Back-link with gas-charged shock and top-out spring Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, Tetra-Lever. Rebound damping: Stepless Spring preload: Fully adjustable |
| Brakes | |
| Brakes, front | Dual semi-floating 310 mm petal discs Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad |
| Brakes, rear | Single 270 mm petal disc Opposed 2-piston |
| Dimensions | |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 2,230 mm x 790 mm x 1,345 mm / 1,465 mm (High position) |
| Ground Clearance | 125 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,520 mm |
| Seat height | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 litres |
| Curb Mass | 300 kg (304 kg ABS) |
| Performance | |
| Maximum power | 114 kW (155 PS) / 8,800 rpm. 78.2 kW (106 PS) / 8,000 rpm (FRA) |
| Maximum torque | 136 N.m (13.9 kgfm) / 6,200 rpm. 121 N.m (12.3 kgfm) / 4,500 rpm (FRA) |
| Maximum power with RAM Air | 117.6 kW (160 PS) / 8,800 rpm |
Videos
Press Reviews
Kawasaki GTR1400 (2010 model) - MCN
Kawasaki has given the GTR a significant upgrade, added to the comfort of the original model with a larger screen and include heated grips as standard. But more interestingly they’ve improved the safety of their flagship tourer with new ABS and traction control. The traction control is really impressive and works off the ABS wheel sensors and is the most advanced system currently available on a road bike.
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