The Kawasaki ZX-10R is a powerful literbike. In fact, it is not just powerful but agile too. It has received high praise from moto journalists around the world. However, have you ever felt that Zx-10R is lacking in some respect? If yes, then the ZX-10RR is for you. This is the closest you can get to a World Superbike Championship-spec ZX-10R yet. Read on to know more about the 2017 Kawasaki ZX-10RR price, specifications and features.
2017 Kawasaki ZX-10RR Price in USA
| MSRP | $18,899 |
The ZX-10RR’s price is quite competitive. It is a homologation special, of which only 10,000 will see the light of the day. We do not know as to how many of these will come to the US. This bike will compete against the likes of Suzuki GSX-R1000R and Honda CBR1000RR SP.
2017 Kawasaki ZX-10RR Specifications
| Engine displacement and type | 998 cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline four-cylinder |
| Power | 197.3hp |
| Torque | 113Nm |
| Transmission | 6-speed with quickshifter |
| Suspension (front) | 43mm Showa Balance Free fork, fully adjustable |
| Suspension (rear) | Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion monoshock, fully adjustable |
| Brakes (front) | Dual 330mm discs with dual Brembo M50 monobloc 4-piston radial mounted calipers, ABS |
| Brakes (rear) | Single 220mm disc with single-piston caliper, ABS |
| Top Speed | >300kmph |
| Fuel Consumption | N/A |
There are a number of upgrades Kawasaki made to convert the ZX-10R into ZX-10RR. The modifications include a modified cylinder head and reinforced crankcases. There is a six-axis IMU for ABS, corner management function and other such technologies in the ZX-10RR. With an optional upgrade, you can increase the power of the ZX-10RR to 207HP.
Also Read: All You Need To Know About 2017 Honda CBR1000RR
2017 Kawasaki ZX-10RR Features
- Six-Axis IMU
- Traction Control
- Corner Management
- Launch Control
- Engine Braking Control
- Brembo M50 Monobloc brakes
- Quickshifter
- Showa Balance Free Suspension
- Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tyres
The ZX-10RR has a range of goodies to make it go fast and stop quickly. Not just that, it has a great set of Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tyres that wrap around forged Marchesini wheels. The Brembo M50 Monobloc calipers are perhaps the best brakes in the business. With a host of electronic aids and a quickshifter, the ZX-10RR is a mean bike.