Kawasaki has been a well known brand in the two Wheller industry that has withstood the test of time on race tracks as well as commercials streets. The Concours 14 ABS from Kawasaki has always stood out among Supersport Tourer bike clan. This time around in a attempt to take it a level ahead, the popular bikemaker has come-up with 2015 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS that boasts of improved comfort and performance figures.
The new 2015 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS is powered by 1,352cc, Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine. The engine has also been used in Ninja ZX-14R variant, but has been tweaked to handle long journeys. The rear suspension in the newer trim has been tweaked for better comfort. To prevent engine heat from being passed on to the rider during halts, the bike now sports a new exhaust heat shield. The windshield is bigger and electrically adjustable, and with three position vent the turbulence effect on the rider is reduced.
As for safety, the new 2015 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS bike features better braking with the new brake master cylinders. The bike has also received tire pressure sensors that warn the rider of tire deflation and also the Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC) automatically reduces engine output when wheelspin is detected to help gain rear tire traction. To enable easy handling in low speeds, Kawasaki has used a new Steering stem seal unlike the older one and has also improved the first gear ratio. The instrument panel looks appealing with stainless steel bezels. The 2015 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS shall be available in interesting shades of Candy Lime Green or Metallic Spark Black.
