Kawasaki Ninja - Manual (Page 3)

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The 2008 ZX ™ -10R has the most advanced arsenal of performance technology in Ninja ® history. Special new oval throttle bodies with sub-throttles, plus primary and new
secondary fuel injectors maximize high-rpm output, while a sophisticated ignition management system mitigates sudden rear wheel spin. An aluminum backbone twin-spar frame
optimizes the balance between flex and stiffness that contributes to superb balance, stability and rider feedback. A revised Ram Air system channels air cleanly around both sides
of the steering head while an exhaust pre-chamber under the engine—along with a single titanium silencer—helps lower the center of gravity and centralize mass.
N I N J A Z X - 1 0 R : T E C H N I C A L LY B R I L L I A N T
• The all-new titanium exhaust system
incorporates a low-slung pre-chamber for
a compact design that reduces noise and
emissions yet helps the engine deliver
higher peak performance for the street rider.
• The rear sub-frame supports the very lightweight
rear tail section with a bright LED tail light. The rear
turn signals are quickly removeable for track days.
• With a small depression designed into the top of the
fuel tank, the rider can tuck in tighter to the machine.
Fuel tank capacity remains the same thanks to a new,
more compact fuel pump.
1 A race-ready, twin-tube factory Öhlins steering damper is fitted standard. The fully adjustable, 43mm
inverted cartridge fork features a low-friction Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating with new bottom-
mount springs that remain immersed in the oil.
• Helping riders get the most power to the ground is an all-new ignition system that assists with torque management.
By monitoring throttle opening, gear position, speed and rate of rpm change, the system retards ignition timing to
reduce torque when sudden unwanted wheel spin occurs. This system doesn’t interfere with normal operation and
still allows the engine to rev freely under typical riding conditions.
2 The ultra-compact 998cc 4-cylinder DOHC engine features new oval-shaped throttle bodies, secondary
fuel injectors and revised intake port shape. Other updates include a larger airbox, oval-shaped velocity
stacks and a higher-flowing air filter.
Up front is a race-ready 43mm inverted fork with factory-type Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coated inner tubes, while the UNI-
TRAK ® rear suspension features both low- and high-speed adjustable compression damping, adjustable rebound and threaded
spring preload. Equally advanced is the bodywork, with a stepped cowl and a short tail for cheating the wind, and compact fairing
sides to resist side winds. The result? Technically and aesthetically, the new Ninja ZX-10R is a razor-sharp liter-class leader.
3 The Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK ® rear shock now features both high- and
low-speed compression adjustability as well as adjustable rebound
damping and threaded spring preload. New linkage ratios and
mounting position help improve rear wheel traction.
• The all-aluminum, lightweight, twin-spar gull-type swingarm is constructed
of cast, pressed and extruded alloy. The longer swingarm helps rear wheel
traction, especially when exiting corners.
• New lower ratios for 1st, 4th and 5th gears in the close-ratio 6-speed
transmission better suit the engine’s new power. The back-torque-limiting
clutch automatically disengages the clutch under hard braking and
deceleration to prevent rear wheel hop during corner entry.