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Motosikal hibrid Kawasaki yang bakal dilancarkan telah terdedah melalui ilustrasi paten terkini. Gambar dibawah, dikongsikan oleh penerbitan Itali Motociclismo, menunjukkan motosikal berasaskan model touring Kawasaki Versys, tetapi dibezakan dengan penambahan unit hibrid.

Pembangunan ini sejajar dengan tawaran hibrid sedia ada Kawasaki, iaitu full-fairing Ninja 7 Hybrid dan naked Z 7 Hybrid. Sistem hibrid ini terdiri daripada motor elektrik 9kW yang beroperasi bersama dengan enjin 451cc yang bersilinder-kembar.

‘Versys Hybrid’ yang bakal muncul berbeza daripada model hibrid Kawasaki yang bakal masuk pasaran dunia pada tahun 2024 –  Ninja 7 Hybrid dan Z 7 Hybrid, yang berkategori sportbike dan naked. Kategori-kategori ini memberi tumpuan kepada prestasi berbanding perjalanan jauh, dan amat berbeza dengan segmen touring.

Kelebihan hibrid dalam konteks touring melampaui pertimbangan jarak dan efficiency minyak sahaja. Motosikal hibrid memastikan operasi berterusan selepas bateri habis, kelebihannya terletak dalam keupayaannya untuk mengekalkan prestasi yang mantap semasa perjalanan yang panjang — sesuatu yang enjin tradisional yang bergantung pada satu punca kuasa untuk roda belakang tidak dapat tawarkan.

Walaupun bateri 1.4kWh yang kelihatan sederhana digunakan dalam Ninja 7 Hybrid dan Z 7 Hybrid, Kawasaki menggabungkannya dengan enjin konvensional, memberikan 69bhp ke roda belakang dalam kedua-dua model. Output ini, yang melebihi sedikit daripada 66bhp Versys 650, menekankan potensi prestasi yang berterusan untuk jarak yang panjang.

Walaupun Kawasaki belum membuat keputusan untuk beralih sepenuhnya dari model biasa kepada hibrid dengan prestasi yang setaraf, keberkesanan Versys hibrid untuk perjalanan jauh, bersama dengan penekanan Kawasaki terhadap penggunaan bahan api seperti motosikal 250cc pada motosikal hibrid sedia ada, menunjukkan kemungkinan Versys 650 dipertimbangkan untuk transformasi inovatif seumpama itu.

An upcoming Kawasaki hybrid motorcycle has been uncovered through new patent illustrations. The images, disclosed by the Italian publication Motociclismo, depict a bike based on the Kawasaki Versys touring model, yet distinguished by the integration of a hybrid power unit, departing from the conventional internal combustion engine.

This development aligns with Kawasaki’s existing hybrid offerings, namely the faired Ninja 7 Hybrid and the naked Z 7 Hybrid. The hybrid system comprises a 9kW electric motor working in tandem with a 451cc parallel twin-cylinder combustion engine.

The prospective ‘Versys Hybrid’ signifies a departure from Kawasaki’s current partially electric models, the Ninja 7 Hybrid and Z 7 Hybrid, which cater to the sports and naked categories, respectively. These categories prioritize performance over extended journeys, unlike the touring segment.

The significance of a hybrid in the touring context goes beyond mere range considerations. While a hybrid ensures continued operation once the battery is depleted, its advantage lies in maintaining robust performance during lengthy rides—an assurance that traditional power units, relying on a single power source for the rear wheel, offer.

Despite the seemingly modest 1.4kWh battery employed in the Ninja 7 Hybrid and Z 7 Hybrid, Kawasaki couples it with the 451cc parallel twin, delivering 69bhp to the rear wheel in both models. This output, slightly surpassing the Versys 650’s 66bhp, emphasizes the potential for sustained performance over extended distances.

While Kawasaki has yet to commit to a complete transition from combustion models to hybrids with comparable performance, the efficacy of a hybrid Versys over extended distances, coupled with Kawasaki’s assertion of 250cc-like fuel consumption from its existing hybrid bikes, suggests the possibility of the Versys 650 being considered for such an innovative transformation.

Kawasaki Malaysia has announced the availability of four new CBU models for the Malaysian market including the Z900RS, Ninja 1000SX, Versys 1000SE and Ninja ZX-10R. 

  • Kawasaki Malaysia officially rolls out four new CBU models for 2022. 
  • The new generation Kawasaki ZX-10R finally in Malaysia for a recommended selling price of RM112,600. 

All four models were shown to the public during the recent Malaysian MotoGP held in Sepang International Circuit (SIC). 

Weeks after, all the models are now available at the local dealership except for the Versys 1000SE which will only be made available beginning mid-December.

Kawasaki Z900RS – RM63,800

The Z900RS embodies Kawasaki’s retro DNA that pays homage to the legendary Z1. 

Powering the Z900RS is a best-in-class 948cc inline-four, liquid-cooled engine that produces 111hp @ 8,500rpm and 98Nm. 

Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX – RM71,400

 

The fourth generation sport tourer from Kawasaki allows riders to experienced the ride of both sport and a tourer all in one packages.

The Ninja 1000SX features a 1043cc inline-four cylinder engine that makes 124.3hp @ 9,500rpm and 111Nm @ 8,000rpm. 

Adopting the Ninja styling cue, the 1000SX also features a host of modern electronic package including a full TFT display, electronic cruise control, Kawasaki traction control, power modes and Kawasaki Cornering Management Function. 

Kawasaki Versys 1000SE – RM81,900

The popular tourer returns and features an even greater comfort and versatility for 2022. 

Like previous generation model, the 2022 Versys 1000SE features the same 1043cc 4-stroke, inline four-cylinder DOHC engine that pushes 120hp @ 9,000rpm and 102Nm. 

The Versys 1000SE is also fitted with a quickshifter as standard while also equipped with assist/slipper clutch, dual throttle vales and an electronic cruise control.

Kawasaki ZX-10R – RM112,600

The 2022 ZX-10R is the most potent superbike built by Team Green with six WorldSBK titles embedded in its DNA. 

Moving towards the engine, its 998cc inline-four unit now comes with new WorldSBK-spec independent air-cooled oil cooler, electronic throttle valves, exhaust unit, and revised transmission ratios. This resulted in a Euro5-compliant engine that produces 200hp and 115Nm of maximum torque, which is not that far off from the previous-gen model.

Mounted to the same chassis as the previous-gen, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R does come with a new and slightly longer swingarm for improved high-speed stability. This is further enhanced with Showa BPF front forks and Showa BFRC (Balance Free Rear Cushion) monoshock, all fully-adjustable.

Kawasaki Malaysia has officially showcased the 2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R during a special preview at the Sepang International Circuit.

  • Currently, the ZX-25R is only available in Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines.
  • The Ninja ZX-25R makes 51hp and 22.9Nm of torque. 

To our surprise, the unit on display is the newly updated Ninja ZX-25R previously launched in Indonesia, earlier last month. 

That said, the Ninja ZX-25R features TFT instrument display replacing the semi-digital meter on the previous model. Thanks to the new dash, riders can now connect the bike to their smartphone via the Kawasaki Rideology app.

The ZX-25R also features new adjustable front suspension and electronic package.

Other notable features include:

  • assist & slipper clutch
  • economical riding indicator
  • electronic throttle valve
  • KQS (Kawasaki Quick Shifter)
  • KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control)
  • power modes

Powering the 2023 Ninja ZX-25RR is an inline four-cylinder, liquid-cooled DOHC mill displacing 249.8cc that produces 51hp @ 15,500rpm (with Ram Air) and 22.9Nm @ 14,500rpm.

Power goes through a 6-speed transmission with a claimed max speed of 197km/h.

However, no official price is announced just yet with the ZX-25R is expected to be launch mid of 2023. 

Kawasaki bakal memperkenalkan generasi baharu Ninja 1000SX untuk pasaran global bulan ini.

Generasi terbaru Ninja 1000SX itu merupakan jawapan Kawasaki bagi menandingi GSX-S1000GT yang diperkenalkan Suzuki hujung tahun lalu.

Selama ini, motosikal ‘sports tourer’ itu sering diposisikan di antara ZX-10R dan Versys 1000 kerana menawarkan ciri jentera touring namun dengan kuasa seperti sebuah superbike.

Bagaimanapun, menurut laporan di Jepun, rekaan Ninja 1000SX akan datang itu akan lebih mengikut acuan ZX-10R baharu namun masih lagi mengekalkan tempat duduk yang selesa dan ergonomik tempat duduk yang lebih menegak sesuai untuk kegunaan jarak jauh.

Sementara itu, Ninja 1000SX itu akan dikuasakan enjin empat-silinder 1043cc yang telah ditala bagi menghasilkan kuasa lebih lancar pada rev rendah dan pertengahan.

Meskipun info sahih belum dikongsikan ketika ini namun media Jepun, Bike News mendedahkan bahawa Kawasaki akan melancarkan Ninja 1000SX itu pada 15 Julai ini.

Persoalannya, adakah Ninja 1000SX baharu itu akan turut dipertimbang pihak MODENAS untuk pelancaran di pasaran tempatan sebagai model CBU? Apa pun, nantikan pelancaran global Ninja 1000SX di Jepun pada 15 Julai ini.

In keeping true to Kawasaki’s tradition, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R was unveiled together with its more race-bred sibling, the 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR. Only 500 units will be made and it’s more for homologation purposes for the manufacturer to continue competing in WorldSBK. (more…)

Kawasaki has finally launched the new 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R with redesigned bodywork for maximum aerodynamics. Looking further into the changes, it’s more of a heavily-updated ZX-10R rather than a completely new one built from the ground up. (more…)

We all know that the new 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is on its way but there has been no indication of what it’ll look like before it’s officially launched. Now, we might just get a first glimpse of the new superbike thanks to some documents submitted for vehicle certification in Australia. (more…)

The world has been waiting for the arrival of the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R at their respective showrooms but Indonesia is one step ahead as they’ve announced the official launch date which is on July 10th, 2020. (more…)

Kawasaki has been keeping a very tight lid on how much power their latest 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R makes but now, Akrapovic has confirmed that it’ll make 42hp. For a brief moment, the exhaust expert posted the difference between how much power the new 250cc bike produces when stock and when using their new exhaust system. (more…)

There’s no denying that Kawasaki Indonesia has been strongly promoting their upcoming 250cc sports bike, the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R. After countless of videos on YouTube, the last three clips showcased some very enticing performance upgrades for the 250cc four-cylinder sports bike. (more…)

At this point, we all know that Kawasaki Indonesia has been aggressively promoting its upcoming 250cc beast, the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R. A number of episodes have been released on YouTube giving fans a sneak peek at what the 250cc four-cylinder sports bike is made of, and their latest dyno run is certainly giving us some really good vibes. (more…)

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