2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR Launched Globally; Gets New Variable Air Intake System

The 2024 iteration of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR has been launched in the international market with a couple of upgrades. Available in two colour options – Lime Green and Ebony – the litre-class supersport bike is priced at $ 30,499 (around Rs 25 lakh, ex-showroom) in the American market. Mechanically, the Ninja ZX-10RR is powered by a 998cc in-line 4-cylinder engine, which churns out 211bhp of power at 14,000rpm and 112Nm of peak torque at 11,700rpm. Power transmission is carried out by a six-speed unit. The motorcycle gets a raft of rider aids, including an anti-lock braking system, a bi-directional quick-shifter, an engine braking control system, cruise control, launch control, power modes, and an IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), which controls the traction control system.

2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR's New Variable Air Intake System: What is it?  

The 2024 Ninja ZX-10RR is track-focused and has a sporty design. It gets a few performance enhancements, such as a new variable air intake system (VAI) at the centre, which consists of a pair of movable intake funnels that function in accordance with RPM (rotations per minute). The intake air passes through the system as the funnels are raised, optimising performance at high RPM. On the other hand, the intake funnels are up to 35mm higher in their lower position, enabling easier passage of the intake air and, thereby, improving performance in the low- and mid-RPM range.  

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Note that this system can be had only with the ZX-10RR model in its race setup and requires a racing ECU (Electronic Control Unit) and a sub-controller.

2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR: Design, Features

Design-wise, the updated Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR gets a track-ready design. It gets LED lighting, split headlights, and a bubble visor, along with a TFT screen, which allows the riders to keep a tab on the speedometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel efficiency level, and more. Additionally, it comes with smartphone connectivity and 4 ride modes: Sport, Rain, Road, and Rider.

2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR: Hardware

The latest Ninja ZX-10RR comes with fully adjustable front and rear suspension. At the front, the bike is suspended with the help of 43mm inverted balance-free forks, while the rearend has a linked suspension setup. For braking duties, the bike uses dual 330mm discs at the front and a single 220mm disc at the rear. The bike rides on 17-inch alloy wheels shod with Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP tyres.   

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We are not sure whether the bikemaker would bring the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR to India or not. But, if it arrives in the Indian market, the motorcycle will lock horns with the likes of the Ducati Panigale V4 and BMW S1000 RR.