Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Performance Edition Review
The Kawasaki ZX10R changed quite dramatically in the year 2008, for the year 2010 there has been some further modifications in an effort to perfect this machine has been great. Its main focus tracking performance. Without loss of low-and mid-range performance is the all new Kawasaki ZX10R end up having more power than ever before – essentially this is a race ready machine.
Kawasaki has designed a type of traction control on a model which is very helpful ZX10R grip when the throttle a little too much has been applied by the slowdown in the ignition while still allowing more experienced and demanding the option to allow a bicycle rider to move beneath them.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX10R standard come with a slipper clutch which also works incredibly well.
Addition of the secondary injectors to feed into ZX10R Power plant located in the new oval inlet channels to ensure there is better throttle response especially at high rpm. area, while also increasing the smooth delivery of low-end power.
The Speedometer / Cluster Hours of ZX10R Kawasaki has been designed so that riders stay focused longer distances when the speedometer glance thus ensuring that more time was spent focusing on the road.
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Performance Edition gets Akrapovic silencer along with double bubble screen, color coded seat cowl, mini front indicators, plus tank and knee pads, The silencer gives the ZX-10R a 5bhp power gain
2010 Kawasaki ZX-10R Performance Edition Features
High-powered engine
Delivering 200 PS with Ram Air and a super-wide powerband, the Ninja ZX-10R’s engine has performance potential similar to Kawasaki factory superbike race machines.
Öhlins steering damper
Adjustable Öhlins steering damper with twin-tube design is fitted as standard equipment. The second tube, which acts like a reservoir tank, and the damper internals, ensure stable damping performance even under racing conditions. This race-quality unit was developed in collaboration with Öhlins specially for the Ninja ZX-10R.
Optimised sports ergonomics
Ergonomics; most especially the tank and seat, maximise the rider’s contact with the bike. The handlebar/seat/pegs relationship offers a naturally aggressive riding position, ideal for riding on the track.
Highly communicative chassis
The optimised stiffness balance of Kawasaki’s unique backbone twin-tube frame contributes to the ZX-10R’s superb rider feedback. Some of the chassis technology used included shaping the frame’s pressed parts: the convex pieces, not really noticeable to the naked eye, to help alleviate stress concentrations.
Enhanced styling
New front cowl gives the Ninja ZX-10R a stronger family resemblance to its smaller sibling, the Ninja ZX-6R. Revisions to the minimalist bodywork and a new muffler design contribute to a lighter looking appearance.
Adjustable back-torque limiting clutch
Easily adjustable back-torque limiting clutch enables smooth downshifts. This highly acclaimed feature is one of the main contributors to the rear’s stable composure under hard braking.
Kawasaki Ignition Management System
In order to offer riders precise control of the engine’s powerful output, the Ninja ZX-10R is equipped with an advanced ignition management system. Designed to deliver precise power according to the rider’s intentions, the system ensures smooth throttle response, curtails sudden spikes in engine speed, and also effectively protects the engine and exhaust catalysers from damage.
Instruments
The 10R’s cluster instrument package features special UV-blocking glass, making the LED display brighter and easier to read. The depth effect of the LCD screen is striking while the colour-coded tachometer indicates an optimal operating rev range in green.