First Look - 2016 KAWASAKI Z800 ABS
Street Fighter new intermediate join Kawasaki for the 2016 lineup.
Versatile Kawasaki Z1000 has been playing, that naked Street Fighter is now at the same level: new to North America in 2016 Z800 ABS. Kawasaki said that this intermediate Gorillaz, is not sold in California, there are big brother attitude and aggressive style, but with a smaller four-cylinder engines replace the 806cc. With its natural riding position, adjustable KYB suspension and chassis response, this new Z800, which has since been sold in Europe is expected to work well 2013- commuter or weekend entertainment. This is not a narrow Z1000, as one might expect; on the contrary, the new Z750 Z800 is an improved version of the old.
Kawasaki express, Z800 liquid-cooled DOHC 16-valve engine has an excellent mid-range power supply, with 34 mm Keihin throttle bodies and two length intake funnels at different engine speed to optimize different airflow thanks Ultra-fine injectors. Exhaust, and a large radius curved manifold, having an equalizer pipe connection headers 1 and 4, and two and three. This will help low speed response, and further upstream muffler exhaust valve helps low and intermediate frequency brittle. Barrettes help eliminate the center tube mass centralization. In addition to the large nozzle to keep piston cooling, this engine has a large crank journal and the low friction camshaft chain.
In Z800 transmission, six-speed, with short overall balance aimed at improving the bike fun quotient nearby town. Sixth gear, however, there is a high destination for comfortable cruising on the highway turn.
Not surprisingly, Z800 has a high-strength steel tubular backbone frame, coupled with the sub-frame steel rocker, lightweight aluminum engine. Cylinder engine mounting bracket behind the front, near the center of gravity of the engine through the handlebar to reduce engine vibration feel.
Front suspension is handled by KYB inverted 41 mm fork. This is adjustable rebound damping and preload. In the back, KYB shock reservoir is also equipped with adjustable preload and rebound. For suspension tuning, Kawasaki said, 2016 Kawasaki Z800 will remain "poised, predictable and interesting" on deserted roads or potholes infested city streets.
Four-piston brake calipers on duty in front of a pair of 277 mm petal-type rotors and a lightweight Nissin ABS system is working properly. A 216 mm petal-type rotors and single-piston calipers for the rear wheel. ABS is standard. In super sports style wheels, thereby reducing the unsprung mass, equipped with Dunlop SPORTMAX D214 radial tires.
While actively looking in, Z800 is no match for the vulgarity of H2 and H2R siblings. The compact headlight installation as low as possible, to create what Kawasaki calls "menacing face." And from the side, Kawasaki stylists have combined curved hood and chiseled under the hood to create Predator image holding prey in its mouth.
Even if you can not see that, Z800 does have a right to re-enter the position, not to be missed, with sleek features include a slim rear tail and LED taillights. Standard baggage belt hook allows fixed or elastic band fixed luggage.
What makes the Z800 a new Street Fighter? Exposed black engine covers are the most striking element, and its appearance is through the exhaust and rear bend it more attractive and clean. More importantly, there is a flat handlebar bend than a typical sports car, as well as the wider grip position to riders greater influence, while the upright riding position and dynamic.
Looking for a new 2016 Kawasaki Z800 ABS arrive this fall, priced at $ 8,399.
Specifications 2016 KAWASAKI Z800 ABS
| ENGINE | Liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four |
| DISPLACEMENT | 806cc |
| BORE x STROKE | 71.0 x 50.9mm |
| COMPRESSION RATIO | 11.9:1 |
| FUEL INJECTION | EFI with Keihin 34mm throttle bodies |
| IGNITION | TCBI with electronic advance |
| TRANSMISSION | Six-speed |
| FINAL DRIVE | Sealed chain |
| RAKE / TRAIL | 24ยบ / 3.9 in. |
| FRAME TYPE | High-tensile steel backbone |
| FRONT TIRE | 120/70ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax D214 |
| REAR TIRE | 180/55ZR-17 Dunlop Sportmax D214 |
| WHEELBASE | 56.9 in. |
| FRONT SUSPENSION / WHEEL TRAVEL | 41mm inverted fork with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability / 4.7 in. |
| REAR SUSPENSION / WHEEL TRAVEL | Horizontal monoshock with piggyback reservoir, stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in. |
| FRONT BRAKE | Dual 277mm petal-type rotors with four-piston calipers, ABS |
| REAR BRAKE | Single 216mm petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper, ABS |
| OVERALL LENGTH | 82.7 in. |
| OVERALL WIDTH | 31.5 in. |
| OVERALL HEIGHT | 41.3 in. |
| SEAT HEIGHT | 32.8 in. |
| CLAIMED CURB WEIGHT | 509 lb. |
| FUEL CAPACITY | 4.5 gal. |
| COLOR CHOICES | Metallic Spark Black / Flat Ebony |
| CLAIMED DRY WEIGHT | 357 lb. |
| MSRP | $8,399 |
