Here we are, bring you an all new series listing out the Superbikes (mid-weights and above) on sale in India. To make it easier, the series of articles will go on manufacturer wise. Here comes Kawasaki, the manufacturer that sells the most numbers in terms of Superbikes. Faired Superbikes:
1. Kawasaki Ninja H2RYou read that right. The non homologated track only machine is for sale in India and currently Kawasaki imports the bike on order basis. The supercharged motorcycle has a 998cc liquid cooled 4 stroke inline four cylinder heart making a humongous 310 PS (326 PS with RAM Air Intake) of raw power at 14,000 rpm along with 165 Nm of torque at 14,000 rpm. The H2R and H2 were designed in collaboration with Kawasaki's Gas turbine and Aerospace companies. The Kawasaki H2R recently made into the record books by literally flying at 400 kmph. One more speciality of the motorcycle is that, the paint actually contains Silver which makes it shine like a mirror. The motorcycle is all yours at a sky high Rs. 69,80,000 (ex showroom Delhi).
2. Kawasaki Ninja H2This is a bit calmed down homologated sibling of the mighty H2R. Though both motorcycles share the same engine, the state of tune differs making it a practical road going machine. The motorcycle makes 200 PS of peak power at 11,000 rpm and 133.5 Nm of torque at 11,000 rpm. This bike has all the road going elements like headlights, indicators, rear view mirrors, catalytic convertors et al. It retails at Rs. 33,30,000 (ex showroom Delhi).
3. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14RThe once World's fastest accelerating motorcycle Kawasaki ZX-14R is on sale at Rs. 17,90,000 (ex showroom Delhi). It produces 200 PS (210 PS with RAM Air intake) of peak power at 10,000 rpm and 158.2 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm. The 1441cc monster is Kawasaki's most powerful naturally aspirated engine.
4. Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R The full on litre class sports bike with improved components is available at Rs. 16,40,000 (ex showroom Delhi). The motorcycle has every other latest electronic rider aid. You name it and the ZX-10R has it. The engine is grunty and makes 200PS (210 PS with RAM air intake) of power at 13,000 rpm and 113.5 Nm torque at 11,500 rpm. To add a special note, the new ZX-10R comes with a special front suspension developed for WSBK in collaboration with Showa.
5. Kawasaki Ninja 1000The Ninja 1000 is a litre class sports tourer that offers power along with great comfort for long rides. The engine is a 1043cc inline four liquid cooled unit, which makes 142 PS of power at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm torque at a pretty low 7,300 rpm. The motorcycle retails at Rs. 12,65,000 (ex showroom Delhi).
6. Ninja 650This is the least powerful faired superbike in this lot, yet does the job pretty well. The motorcycle is powered by a 649cc liquid cooled parallel twin cylinder engine. It makes 72 PS of power at 8,500 rpm and 64 Nm torque at 7,000 rpm. The Ninja 650 has been updated for 2017 with entirely different design, and the Indian launch should follow in the coming days. The bike comes at a price point of Rs. 4,97,000 (ex showroom Delhi), making it the cheapest faired superbike by Kawasaki.
Naked Superbikes :
1. Kawasaki Z1000The Kawasaki Z1000 (often termed as "The Alien") is a one of it's kind motorcycle that has an unique Sugomi design, which makes it one of the best looking Naked bikes ever made. The motorcycle has exactly the same engine, chassis, swingarm and brakes as the Ninja 1000. There is no Traction control or power modes, which makes it a Adrenaline pumping machine to ride. The bike retails at Rs. 12,65,000 (ex showroom Delhi).
2. Kawasaki Z800The Kawasaki Z800 is the cheapest inline four engine offering by Kawasaki at Rs. 7,60,000 (ex showroom Delhi). The bike has a 806cc liquid cooled inline four engine that makes 113 PS at 10,200 rpm and 83Nm torque at 8,000 rpm. The motorcycle is a mix of old school and modern technology with only ABS and no other electronic aids. An updated Z900 has been launched, and will be available soon in India.
3. Kawasaki ER-6NThe Kawasaki ER-6N shares its engine, chassis, brakes etc with the Ninja 650, the only change being that the fairing getting replaced by a conventional headlamp unit. The power and torque figures remain the same as Ninja 650. It is the most affordable superbike by Kawasaki at Rs. 5,50,000.
Adventure Bikes :
1. Kawasaki Versys 1000The Kawasaki Versys 1000 is a very comfortable, plush motorcycle for munching miles in style with ease. This motorcycle again shares the engine, chassis, brakes with the Z1000 and Ninja 1000, except that the engine is in a different state of tune to match the character of the bike. It makes 120 PS of power at 9,000 rpm and 102 Nm torque at 7,500 rpm. The bike comes at a price of Rs. 13,28,000 (ex showroom Delhi).
2. Kawasaki Versys 650The Kawasaki Versys 650 has the same engine as in Ninja 650 and ER-6N, but in a different state of tune. The bike has a long travel front and rear suspension, along with facilities to mount panniers. The 649cc engine makes 69 PS at 8,500 rpm and 64 Nm torque at 7,000 rpm. The Versys 650 is all yours at Rs. 6,60,000 (ex showroom Delhi).
By: Aravind Rb