Kwaka hyper tourer for 2008
Kawasaki has redefined long lead times on model launches by releasing pics and bare details on a 2008 model called the 1400GTR. Exact launch time is uncertain, but the year designation suggests it will be late in 2007.The powerplant may share some basics with the ZZ-R of the same capacity, but also has a lot of differences, including variable valve timing and a shaft final drive. Euro-spec models will get ABS though it's not yet known if we'll receive that in Australia.
It runs a unique monocoque style frame that wraps over the top of the powerplant.
The machine takes over from the now fairly ancient and outdated GTR1000, which has been on the local market from 1988 to 2003 -- which must be a record run for a litre-class machine that's received little in the way of modification over its model life.
Something we may see a little sooner is the VN900 Custom, a bigger brother to the VN800 series. The V-twin has fairly adventurous styling, with a solid disc 15-inch rear wheel contrasting with a 21-inch front.
Meanwhile the company is launching a new ZX-6R. It replaces the 636 and previous 600, with a high sports engine boasting 13.9:1 compression and 38mm throttle bodies.
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