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Supersports

HONDA CBR300RA $5399 The Honda CBR300RA offers the utmost fl exibility thanks to its compact proportions and single-
cylinder engine, which provides fuel effi ciency, strong torque and reduced service costs. The six-speed
gearbox’s fi nal-drive ratio allows for more effi cient highway speed cruising and the PGM fuel-injected
engine gives a crisp throttle response across the rev range. The CBR300RA is the ideal exciting sports
machine for riders of all ability levels. Its steel diamond twin-spar frame provides the backbone of the
CBR300RA’s chassis and features a balance that is carefully tuned for both a sporty feel in corners and
stability at speed.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single Seat height: 785mm
Displacement: 286cc Kerb weight: 163kg (wet)
Power/Torque: NA Fuel capacity: 13L
Transmission: 6-speed, chain fi nal drive Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
Tyres: F: 110/70R17 R: 140/70R17 km/12,000

VERDICT: POCKET ROCKET LAMS APPROVED

The launching point for the development of the Ninja H2 was a strong desire to offer riders something KAWASAKI NINJA H2 $34,000
they had never before experienced. Convinced that a truly extraordinary riding experience would not
be found on a motorcycle that merely built on the performance of existing models, the design team
committed to developing the “ultimate” motorcycle from a clean slate. The bike needed to deliver
intense acceleration and an ultra-high top speed, coupled with supersport-level circuit performance.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Supercharged, liquid-cooled, in-line 4 Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 200/55ZR17
Displacement: 998cc Seat height: 825mm
Power/Torque: 154.5kW @ 11,000rpm/ Kerb weight: 237kg
133.5Nm @ 10,500rpm Fuel capacity: 17L
Transmission: 6-speed dog-ring, multi-plate Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
wet clutch, chain fi nal drive km/NA
VERDICT: SUPERCHARGED

KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-14R $19,999 The Ninja ZX-14R’s ultra-powerful 1441cm³ in-line four-cylinder engine puts it in a class of its own.
Add in Kawasaki’s most advanced electronics system, including traction control, ABS and power mode
selection, and with an innovative monocoque frame and stunning bodywork, and the ZX-14R is a
phenomenon that you must experience to believe.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, in-line 4 Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 190/50ZR17
Displacement: 1441cc Seat height: 800mm
Power/Torque: 155kW @ 10,000rpm/ 158Nm Kerb weight: 269kg (wet)
@ 10,000rpm Fuel capacity: 22L
Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate wet clutch, Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
chain fi nal drive km/NA

VERDICT: PHENOMENAL

The 2017 Ninja ZX-10R has clearly demonstrated its circuit potential through winning results in the KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-10R $23,900
Superbike World Championship (SBK). Kawasaki dominated both the 2015 and 2016 seasons with
Jonathan Rea’s consecutive World Superbike Championships and again winning the 2016 WSB
Manufacturers Championship for Kawasaki. Following feedback from the Kawasaki Racing Team
and constant development research, the 2017 Ninja ZX-10R ABS is the closest available model to a
highly advanced factory Kawasaki superbike. The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is pure superbike.
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Liquid-cooled, in-line 4 Tyres: F: 120/70ZR17 R: 190/55ZR17
Displacement: 998cc Seat height: 835mm
Power/Torque: 154.4kW @ 13,000rpm/ Kerb weight: 206kg (wet)
113.5Nm @ 11,500rpm Fuel capacity: 17L
Transmission: 6-speed, multi-plate wet clutch, Warranty/Service interval: 2 years, unlimited
chain fi nal drive km/NA
VERDICT: WORLD CHAMP

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