Kawasaki Announces ‘Second-Generation’ Concours 14 For 2010

Kawasaki Announces ‘Second-Generation’ Concours 14 For 2010

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THE NEW DEFINITION OF SPORT TOURING PERFECTION Building on the continent-crossing comfort and genuine sportbike performance of its predecessor, the second-generation Concours™ 14 includes new touring features and updated technology to advance the state of the sport touring art. The Concours 14 has earned rave-reviews from expert journalists and current owners who’ve experienced the otherworldly thrust and sublime composure of its Ninja ZX-14 based engine and chassis. Already a showcase for the latest Kawasaki technology, the new Concours 14 adds a number of new systems designed to improve the riding experience. KTRC, Kawasaki’s first traction control system, helps provide piece of mind when negotiating slippery surfaces. K-ACT II selectable, sport-oriented coactive ABS complements the rider’s brake inputs with supplementary force enhancements for improved braking performance on a wide variety of riding surfaces. A number of added features, bodywork refinements and detail changes vastly improve rider comfort, making long-distance journeys even easier than before. A larger windscreen offers extra wind protection and new heat-dissipating bodywork provides better heat management. A number of additional features, like heated handgrips, upgraded computer functions, a relocated glove box, and tank bag hooks offer added convenience and increase the Concours 14’s touring performance. Key Features: “¢ NEW Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC) “¢ NEW K-ACT II Selectable, Sport Oriented Coactive Anti Lock Brakes “¢ NEW Enhanced Touring Amenities – Heated Grips, Outside Air Temp, Economical Riding Indicator, Fuel Economy Assistance Mode, Relocated Electro-Locking Glove Box, Computer Mode Select Button on Handlebar, Tank Bag Hooks, Relocated Mirrors, “¢ NEW Sharper, More-Aggressive Bodywork – Better Heat Management and Improved Wind Protection “¢ NEW Suspension Settings – Lighter Handling “¢ NEW Bridgestone BT 021 tires – Lighter Handling, Improved Wear “¢ Variable Valve Timing (VVT) “¢ Tetra-Lever Shaft Drive “¢ Back Torque Limiting “Slipper” Clutch “¢ KIPASS – Remote Ignition Activation and Security Transponder “¢ Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

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