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2019 EICMA show: Kawasaki unveils updated Z900 superbike
Last updated on Nov 06, 2019, 12:15 am
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Japanese automaker Kawasaki has unveiled the 2020 edition of its popular sports tourer, the Z900.
The updated model comes with a bunch of visual updates including a new 'Sugomi' design (which mimics an animal ready to pounce) and improved electronic aids. However, mechanically, it remains the same as the outgoing variant.
Here's all about it.
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Design
First, here's a look at the 2020 Kawasaki Z900
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The 2020 Kawasaki Z900 sports a naked street design featuring an all-new front apron, muscular-looking fuel tank with longer extensions, and dual-tone body color.
Besides that, the motorcycle also gets a new 4.3-inch TFT instrument cluster which can be paired with your smartphone via Bluetooth; and new set of LED headlights as well as taillamps.
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Information
Power and performance
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The 2020 Kawasaki Z900 is powered by a 948cc, Euro 5/BS6-compliant engine which comes mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. This unit is capable of producing 125PS of maximum power at 9,500rpm and 99Nm of peak torque at 7,700rpm.
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Safety
2020 Kawasaki Z900: On the road
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The 2020 Kawasaki Z900 comes equipped with disc brakes on both wheels along with dual-channel ABS to avoid skidding while braking.
The motorcycle also gets electronic riding aids such as three-level traction control and three riding modes: Sport, Road, and Rain.
Moreover, it houses upside-down forks on the front along with a monoshock unit on the rear for improved damping control.
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India launch
And, when will it come to India?
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There is no word on the availability of the Kawasaki Z900 in India. However, considering that it complies with Euro 5 emission norms (equivalent to upcoming BS6 norms), we expect it to hit the Indian roads sometime in mid-2020.
As for the pocket pinch, it is likely to carry a premium over the existing model which is available at Rs. 7.7 lakh.
