Page 146 of Kawasaki Motorcycles by Kawasaki USA

Powerful, liquid cooled, DOHC, 997cc, four cylinder engine has a reputation for excitement and reliability. Compact 4-valve combustion chamber for increased compression ratio boosts low-end torque without detonation on todays gasolines. Gear-driven engine balancer smooths engine vibration for greater comfort on the road. Oil Cooler reduces oil temperature for increased reliability and durability. Six-Speed Transmission provides a gear for every situation giving better acceleration. Overdrive top gear allows more relaxed highway cruising. Back Torque Limiter (BTL) equipped clutch ensures smooth downshifting even when aggressive sport riding. Hydraulic operation means no cable to lube or adjust. Low-maintenance shaft final drive is reliable, clean and quiet. Full fairing provides an aerodynamic envelope for two. Fairing includes two lockable bins for convenience. Special cool air ventilation ducts maximize comfort. Instrument panel includes easy to read analog speedometer and tachometer, various indicator lights, and a digital clock. Triple density foam seat is deeply contoured for exceptional comfort including two-up on long trips. High-capacity, quick detachable hard bags come off with the flip of a lockable latch. One key operates all bag closure latches and bag mounting latches. Colour matched body inserts complete the styling of the tail section if wish to ride without the bags. Removable cover (stores under the seat) comes off to reveal a small rack (5 kg capacity) behind the passenger seating. Ample bungie hooks help when loading. Accessory backrest mounts easily to the existing passenger hand rails. See the current Kawasaki accessory catalog for all of the latest Authentic Kawasaki Accessories. Adjustable front fork features threaded spring preload adjusters for changing conditions. Uni-trak rear suspension with progressive suspension rate provides a smoother, more controlled ride. Air adjustable shock with 4-way rebound damping lets you adjust for your riding style, load and road conditions. Wide five-spoke rims carry wide, medium-profile tires for excellent handling. Dual front disc brakes with pin-slide, Balance Actuation Calipers (BAC) for great braking power and long pad life. Large, 300mm discs are drilled to reduce unsprung weight. Huge 28.5 litre fuel tank provides exceptional touring range. A simple push on the switch cancels the push-to-cancel turn signals. Adjustable levers for the hydraulic clutch and front brake let you set lever position for different hand sizes.

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