The end result on track was to target more rear grip, but Alvaro Bautista ( Racing – Ducati) felt it was a step backwards in the hotter afternoon track temperatures and that ‘nothing was found’ with it in general. The weld point is also further to the back and curved, rather than the vertical weld point which is not as far back. However, the latest evolution is once again different – they’ve removed the carbon from the top part, instead replaced by unbraced aluminium which has a hole in it, revealing more of the chain. However, it made an appearance in Barcelona once again in 2022 and has been used throughout the season so far. The one they’ve used throughout 2022 was first seen in the 2021 Barcelona test when Scott Redding and Michael Ruben Rinaldi trialled it, however it wasn’t used in racing. The Italian manufacturer always brings something to testing and this time, it was an evolution of the swingarm. Here’s our Barcelona summer test tech round-up…
Besides this, there were new swingarms, modified chassis, rear-brake changes and upgraded braking systems, not to mention plenty of extensive work on electronics. With Pirelli bringing a new front tyre which many in the paddock have dubbed the “SCQ front”, the softest compound available generally had good performance for up to five laps before dropping off, but it’s a tyre that gave good grip early on in the stints. The changes increase the RR’s rev limit but the power profile seems like a modest improvement (if that) over the ZX-10R's output.The 2022 MOTUL FIM Superbike World Championship may be in its mid-season summer break but that didn’t stop plenty of teams bring technical innovations to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya test. Kawasaki also removed the intake funnels and added titanium connecting rods and pistons. ABS variants will run customers an extra $1,000 for each color option.Įven closer to the WorldSBK-winning race rig, the Ninja ZX-10RR departs from its single-R counterpart with revised camshafts and new intake and exhaust valve springs. Weighing in at 452 pounds (non-ABS) and 456 pounds (), Team Green’s superbike will lighten your wallet by $16,399 for the Metallic Spark Black and Metallic Matte Carbon Gray colorways and $16,699 for the KRT edition. Of course, the ZX-10R benefits from the new front fairing revealed at the WorldSBK test while LED lighting makes the model street-legal. All those adjustments transfer weight to the front more efficiently, improving handling and performance.
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The Showa Balance Free Fork slips into a lowered triple clamp with a lower spring rate, firmer compression damping, and softer rebound. However, the KRT-developed suspension preps the Ninja for track battles.
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Rounding out the electronic upgrades, the 4.3-inch, light-adaptive TFT display only improves on Kawasaki’s intuitive user interface with Bluetooth connectivity and the ability to tune the machine with the Rideology App.Ĭhanges to the braking system are minor with new pads and a relocated rear brake reservoir constituting the 2021 revisions. In addition to Kawasaki’s launch control, ABS, quick shifter, engine braking system, and traction control, the ZX-10R adopts cruise control along with 3 standard and 4 customizable ride modes. A longer swingarm and greater fork offset offer more stability while a shorter trail results in quicker changes of direction.Īlong with the mechanical revisions, the newest Ninja receives a host of electronic aids.
With a direct line between the steering head and rear axle, the updated chassis improves cornering and handling by shifting the geometry further forward. The sixteen-valve, 998cc inline-four maintains power, reduces emissions, and acts as a stressed member for the new frame. KRT feedback fueled the 2021 Ninja ZX-10R engine overhaul with electronically-actuated valves, new gear ratios, an air-cooled oil-cooler, and of course, a new Euro 5-compliant exhaust system.
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