ESPECIFICACIONES DEL MODELO

Diseñado sobre la base de la experiencia en actividades de competición, el embrague con funciones de asistencia y deslizamiento emplea dos tipos de levas (una de asistencia y una deslizante) para mover el cubo del embrague y separar o acoplar los discos.

En condiciones normales de funcionamiento, la leva de asistencia actúa como servomecanismo que empuja el cubo del embrague contra el plato de presión para comprimir los discos de embrague. Esto permite reducir la carga total que soportan los resortes del embrague y, por consiguiente, el esfuerzo requerido para accionar la palanca de embrague.

Cuando se produce un frenado excesivo del motor como consecuencia de rebajes rápidos (o un rebaje accidental), la leva deslizante fuerza la separación del cubo del embrague y el plato de presión. Esto alivia la presión que se ejerce sobre los discos de embrague para reducir el par inverso y evitar que el neumático trasero salte o patine.

Using high-precision electronic control for engine management, Kawasaki models can achieve a high level of fuel efficiency. However, fuel consumption is greatly affected by throttle use, gear selection, and other elements under the rider's control. The Economical Riding Indicator is a function that indicates when current riding conditions are consuming a low amount of fuel. The system continuously monitors fuel consumption, regardless of vehicle speed, engine speed, throttle position and other riding conditions. When fuel consumption is low for a given speed (i.e. fuel efficiency is high), an "ECO" mark appears on the instrument panel. By riding so that the "ECO" mark remains on, fuel consumption can be reduced.

While effective vehicle speed and engine speed may vary by model, paying attention to conditions that cause the "ECO" mark to appear can help riders improve their fuel efficiency – a handy way to increase cruising range. Further, keeping fuel consumption low also helps minimise negative impact on the environment.

Kawasaki’s fully electronic throttle actuation system enables the ECU to control the volume of both the fuel (via fuel injectors) and the air (via throttle valves) delivered to the engine. Ideal fuel injection and throttle valve position results in smooth, natural engine response and the ideal engine output. The system also makes a significant contribution to reduced emissions.

Electronic throttle valves also enable more precise control of electronic engine management systems like S-KTRC and KTRC, and allow the implementation of electronic systems like KLCM, Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, dual-direction KQS, and Electronic Cruise Control.

Diseñado para ayudar a los pilotos a maximizar su aceleración en el circuito permitiendo cambios ascendentes sin embrague con el acelerador completamente abierto, el KQS detecta que la palanca de cambios se ha accionado y envía una señal a la ECU para cortar el encendido de modo que se pueda acoplar la siguiente marcha sin tener que utilizar el embrague.  En función de los ajustes de la ECU (o cuando se utiliza un juego de carreras ECU), también es posible reducir los cambios sin embrague.

KTRC, Kawasaki's advanced traction control system provides both enhanced sport riding performance and the confidence to negotiate low-traction surfaces. Multiple rider-selectable modes (the number of modes varies by model) offer progressively greater levels of intrusion to suit the riding situation and rider preference.

Less intrusive modes maintain optimum traction during cornering. Designed with sport riding in mind, they facilitate acceleration out of corners by maximising forward drive from the rear wheel. And because Kawasaki’s sophisticated software bases its dynamic analysis on the chassis’ orientation relative to the track surface (rather than relative to a horizontal plane), it is able to take into account corner camber, gradient, etc, and adapt accordingly.

In the more intrusive modes (and for some models, in any mode), when excessive wheel spin is detected, engine output is reduced to allow grip to be regained, effectively enabling riders to negotiate both short, challenging patches (train tracks or manhole covers) and extended stretches of low-traction conditions (wet pavement, cobblestone, gravel) with confidence.

Some models equipped with IMU incorporate chassis-orientation feedback to offer even more precise management.

For off-road models, KTRC facilitates acceleration out of corners by mitigating excessive rear wheel spin in low-traction conditions. Multiple modes allow riders to set the level of traction control to suit preference or course conditions. 

Models equipped with multiple Power Modes offer riders an easily selectable choice of engine power delivery to suit riding conditions or preference. The number of modes vary by model, as do the types of modes available. Some modes limit maximum power, while others offer milder (or sharper) throttle response. Other modes cater to specific riding or driving situations.

Una tecnología inteligente permite a los motoristas conectarse a su motocicleta de forma inalámbrica. Mediante la aplicación para smartphone "RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE", se puede acceder a una serie de funciones de los instrumentos, lo que contribuye a mejorar la experiencia de conducción de la motocicleta. La información del vehículo (como el cuentakilómetros, el indicador de combustible, el programa de mantenimiento, etc.) puede consultarse en el smartphone. Los registros de conducción (varían según el modelo, pero pueden incluir la ruta GPS, la posición de la marcha, las rpm y otra información) pueden consultarse en el smartphone. Cuando está conectado, los avisos de teléfono (llamada, correo) aparecen en el cuadro de instrumentos. El conductor también puede modificar la configuración de los instrumentos de su motocicleta (unidades preferidas, reloj y fecha, etc.) a través del smartphone. Y en algunos modelos, incluso es posible comprobar y ajustar la configuración del vehículo (como el modo Rider, las funciones electrónicas de asistencia al conductor y la configuración de la carga útil) mediante el smartphone. Dispone de conectividad para smartphone con comandos de voz.

Más información sobre las funcionalidades de RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE en

https://www.global-kawasaki-motors.com/kawasaki_connect/en/mc.html

Originally offered on Kawasaki’s on-road motorcycles, clever technology enables riders to connect to their motorcycle wirelessly. Using the smartphone application “RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE,” a number of instrument functions can be accessed, contributing to an enhanced motorcycling experience. Vehicle information (such as the odometer, fuel gauge, maintenance schedule, etc) can be viewed on the smartphone. Riding logs (varies by model, but may include GPS route, gear position, rpm, and other information) can be viewed on the smartphone and shared with other app users. When connected, telephone (call, mail) notices are displayed on the instrument panel. Riders can also make changes to their motorcycle’s instrument display settings (preferred units, clock and date setting, etc) via the smartphone. On select models, features like Navigation and Voice Command are also supported. And on certain models, it is even possible to check and adjust vehicle settings (such as Rider Mode, electronic rider support features, and payload settings) using the smartphone.

On KX competition motorcycles with smartphone connectivity, riders can use the application “RIDEOLOGY THE APP KX” to adjust their bike’s engine maps. Real-time Engine Monitoring, and Maintenance and Setup Logs are also available. For KX models equipped with GPS, “RIDEOLOGY THE APP KX2” offers additional functions like Trip Logs that riders can use to create track maps and analyse their performance. Traction Control Selection and Launch Control Selection allow riders to set and fine-tune these functions from the smartphone.

For side x sides, all-terrain vehicles and personal watercraft, “RIDEOLOGY THE APP POWERSPORTS” contributes to an enhanced off-roading or on-water experience. In addition to Trip Log recording and sharing, and vehicle management and maintenance support functions similar to those offered for on-road motorcycles, functions unique to off-road four-wheelers and personal watercraft are also available. Group Ride enables group members to view each other’s locations on an in-app map on the smartphone. Geofence functionality alerts app users of no-entry and other zones. For select personal watercraft, RIDEOLOGY THE APP POWERSPORTS can also share person-overboard information with nearby app users.

Feature availability and functionality vary by model and application. For more information, please refer to the Kawasaki Connect web site.

RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE:

https://www.global-kawasaki-motors.com/kawasaki_connect/en/mc.html

RIDEOLOGY THE APP KX:

https://www.global-kawasaki-motors.com/kawasaki_connect/en/kx.html

RIDEOLOGY THE APP KX2:

https://www.global-kawasaki-motors.com/kawasaki_connect/kx2/en/index.html.

RIDEOLOGY THE APP POWERSPORTS:

https://www.global-kawasaki-motors.com/kawasaki_connect/en/ps.html

Kawasaki ABS systems use front and rear wheel sensors to constantly monitor wheel speed. Should information from either of the sensors indicate that wheel lock has occurred, the ABS ECU directs the pump in the ABS unit to modulate brake fluid pressure (releasing and reapplying pressure so that traction can be regained) until normal operation resumes. On models with front-wheel ABS, the same principles apply.

A diferencia de la tradicional suspensión trasera Uni-Trak de Kawasaki, con el amortiguador dispuesto verticalmente, en la suspensión trasera con sistema de bieletas back-link horizontal, el amortiguador está prácticamente ‎horizontal. Esta disposición de la suspensión, original de Kawasaki, contribuye en gran medida a centralizar la masa del vehículo, ya que el amortiguador se encuentra muy cerca del centro de gravedad de la motocicleta. Además, como no hay acoplamiento o amortiguador que sobresalga por debajo del basculante, queda espacio libre para una precámara de escape más grande (una cámara de expansión del escape situada inmediatamente antes del silenciador). Con una precámara más grande, se puede reducir el volumen del silenciador y llevar los componentes pesados del sistema de escape más cerca del centro de la motocicleta, la cual contribuye aun más a la centralización de la masa. El resultado es una enorme mejoría en la maniobrabilidad.

Otro beneficio es que el amortiguador queda lejos del calor del escape. Como es más difícil que el calor del sistema de escape afecte de manera adversa la presión del gas y el aceite, el desempeño de la suspensión es más estable. La suspensión trasera con sistema de bieletas back-link horizontal ofrece muchos beneficios secundarios como este.