Segment:
        
        
            Sport touring motorcycle
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Touring riders, commuters, riders seeking a powerful and comfortable long-distance machine
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            BMW R1200RT, Honda ST1300, Yamaha FJR1300
        
     
    
    
        
            Aerodynamics:
        
        
            Advanced fairing design for wind protection and rider comfort
        
     
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Inline-four cylinder, liquid-cooled
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Shaft drive for low maintenance
        
     
    
        
            Comfort Features:
        
        
            Adjustable windscreen, comfortable seating position, integrated luggage
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Systems:
        
        
            Fuel injection, ignition, cooling, lubrication, starting, charging
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain Systems:
        
        
            Clutch, transmission, final drive (shaft drive), driveshaft
        
     
    
        
            Chassis Systems:
        
        
            Frame, suspension (front and rear), steering, wheels, tires
        
     
    
        
            Braking Systems:
        
        
            Front and rear brakes (hydraulic disc), ABS operation (if equipped)
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Systems:
        
        
            Battery, alternator, starter motor, lighting, instrumentation, wiring diagrams
        
     
    
        
            Bodywork And Accessories:
        
        
            Fairings, body panels, luggage system components, seats
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance Procedures:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, chain adjustment (if applicable), brake pad replacement
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Engine overhaul, transmission disassembly and reassembly, suspension servicing, electrical component diagnosis and repair
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic flowcharts, common problems and solutions, fault code interpretation
        
     
    
        
            Disassembly And Assembly:
        
        
            Step-by-step instructions for major component removal and installation
        
     
    
        
            Electrical Diagnostics:
        
        
            Detailed troubleshooting for starting, charging, ignition, lighting, and ECU related faults.
        
     
    
    
        
            Diagnostic Capability:
        
        
            Advanced diagnostics, including ECU troubleshooting and sensor testing
        
     
    
        
            Rebuild Specifications:
        
        
            Detailed specifications for engine and transmission component clearances and tolerances for complete rebuilds
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagrams:
        
        
            Comprehensive and detailed electrical wiring schematics
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 16-valve Inline-four
        
     
    
    
        
            Bore X Stroke:
        
        
            84.0 x 61.3 mm
        
     
    
        
            Compression Ratio:
        
        
            11.0:1
        
     
    
        
            Valve Train:
        
        
            DOHC, 16 valves (4 valves per cylinder)
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower:
        
        
            Approx. 155 hp @ 8,800 rpm (claimed)
        
     
    
        
            Torque:
        
        
            Approx. 137 Nm (101 lb-ft) @ 6,200 rpm (claimed)
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Digital Fuel Injection (DFI) with dual throttle valves
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded gasoline
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Tank Capacity:
        
        
            22 liters (5.8 US gal)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Optional (K-ACT - Kawasaki Advanced Control)
        
     
    
    
        
            Braking System:
        
        
            Dual front 310mm discs, single rear 270mm disc
        
     
    
        
            Suspension Type:
        
        
            Inverted telescopic front fork, bottom-link type uni-trak rear suspension
        
     
    
    
        
            Lighting:
        
        
            Halogen headlights, LED taillight
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Instrumentation:
        
        
            Analog tachometer and speedometer, digital display with fuel gauge, clock, odometer, trip meters, gear position indicator, ambient temperature
        
     
    
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Not typically equipped on base models, but K-ACT (Kawasaki Advanced Control) ABS system provides integrated braking control.
        
     
    
    
        
            Accessories:
        
        
            Accessory power outlets, optional heated grips, integrated luggage systems
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 6,000 miles or 12 months
        
     
    
        
            Valve Clearance Check:
        
        
            Every 24,000 miles or 24 months
        
     
    
        
            Final Drive Oil Change:
        
        
            Every 12,000 miles or 12 months
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 10W-40 API SG or SH
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity:
        
        
            4.0 liters (4.2 US qt) without filter change; 4.2 liters (4.4 US qt) with filter change
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Kawasaki Motorcycle Coolant (or equivalent ethylene glycol-based antifreeze)
        
     
    
    
        
            Final Drive Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 80W-90 Hypoid Gear Oil
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Wear Items:
        
        
            Tires, brake pads, clutch plates (depending on riding style), spark plugs
        
     
    
        
            Potential Issues:
        
        
            Occasional clutch judder, some owners report minor electrical gremlins, fuel pump recall on some early models (check VIN)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Brand Focus:
        
        
            Performance motorcycles, including sportbikes, cruisers, and touring bikes
        
     
    
    
        
            Predecessor:
        
        
            While not a direct predecessor, it aligns with Kawasaki's sport-touring lineage exemplified by models like the GTR1000.
        
     
    
        
            Introduction Year:
        
        
            2007 (as GTR1400 in most markets)
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Japan