Kawasaki Ninja 650 2020: a renewed sporting vision [PHOTO]

A redesigned front, full light clusters LED and new instrumentation TFT in color are some highlighted aspects of the renovation Ninja 650 ModelYear 2020.

Updated aesthetics

The sporting vision is strengthened in the front area, reconfigured and sharp, which suggests dynamism and aerodynamics. Streamlined, compact body and three possible liveries. A dress refers to the winner Ninja ZX-10RR of the Kawasaki Racing Team involved in the world championship SBK, alternatively a new color combination Pearl Flat Stardust White/Metallic Flat Spark Black or a more traditional one Metallic Spark Black. As mentioned, the new full headlights also stand out LED and updated color screen instruments TFT da 4,3 inches, switchable between viewing in "positive" o "negative", with an indicated brightness sensor, connection Bluetooth and an interaction favored byRideology app di Kawasaki.
The saddle height amounts to 790 millimeters, the wheelbase a 1.410 mm, the curb weight indicated is 193 kg, the tank can contain 15 liters.

Chassis and engine

The design consists of a high-strength steel trellis frame, with a telescopic front fork from 41 mm and a Black-link horizontal rear suspension with spring preload management. The braking system includes a solution with double semi-floating discs in a 300 mm daisy configuration with double piston caliper, while behind there is a single disc of the same type but 200 mm and single piston caliper. The wheels are fitted with tires at the front Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 of measurement 120/70ZR17M/C (58w), while behind from 160/60ZR17M/C (69w), always taking up the information on the model.
Thrust is produced by a twin-cylinder drive unit. A liquid-cooled four-stroke parallel heart from 649 cc with distribution DOHC with 8 valves, capable of generating 68 horses of maximum power a 8.000 rpm e 65,7 Nm of torque a 6.500 rpm. The engine is connected to a transmission 6 reports.

Availability and price

According to the indications, the renewed Kawasaki Ninja 650 2020 has been available in official dealers linked to the brand since January 2020, with rising numbers from 8.090 euros ex dealer, as reported.

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