Slipping smoothly into the increasingly popular mid-size sporting segment, Kawasaki’s new Ninja ZX-4R is basically a bigger-capacity version of the ZX-25R. Boasting a useful 80hp from its high-revving four cylinder engine, and said to be tuned for torque, the ZX-4R claims to be as at home fulfilling a sporty commuter role or as a track day weapon. The frame is a steel trellis design fitted with Showa forks (adjustable on the SE and RR variants), and braking is discs all round. Electronic toys haven’t been missed off either, all versions being fitted with four different settings for power and traction control and the higher-spec models also enjoying a dual-direction quickshifter. Other highlights include LED lighting front and rear and a full-colour LCD dash with app connectivity. Prices for the standard, SE and RR models will be released nearer to the bike’s expected autumn appearance.
Kawasaki;
01628 856750;
www.kawasaki.co.uk