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Kawasaki Unveils Prototype Hybrid Motorcycle, Production To Begin 2025

Kawasaki has been teasing us with plenty of patent applications regarding a hybrid motorcycle since last year.

However, the waiting period is now over as Team Green has officially unveiled the prototype during a presentation in Tokyo.

Despite several brands introducing some hybrid motorcycles in recent years (e.g. Honda PCX Hybrid), the technology wasn’t adopted widely by manufacturers.

Moreover, adding another powertrain on top of an existing petrol-powered motor doesn’t make any sense, especially if it could add more weight to the bike.

Nonetheless, this is not the case with Kawasaki as the Japanese firm managed to construct a compact petrol-powered motor and combine it with a small electric drive, thus creating a very comprehensive system altogether.

This ensures the bike maintains the same performance and range as a conventional motorcycle but with improved emission, especially during low speeds.

According to Kawasaki, the hybrid platform packs a small 48V motor and a parallel-twin engine. It also comes with a new tubular steel frame with the electric motor mounted above the transmission.

In an effort to achieve a seamless riding experience, it is said that the bike will feature an automated gearshift which Kawasaki had filed the patent applications earlier this year.

(Source: CycleWorld)

Modenas Plans To Launch The Rebadge Kawasaki Ninja 250 End Of Q1 2022

Modenas is set to rebrand a range of Kawasaki’s bike range, starting with the Ninja 250.

This was confirmed by the Chief Executive Officer of Modenas Roslan Roskan, during the company track day event held at 3StonePark, Glenmarie, earlier today.

According to Roslan, the Modenas Ninja 250, which was previously unveiled in late 2019, will roll out at the end of Q1 2022.

Currently, the current plan is to rebadge a series of models ranging from 250cc up to 650cc. However, the scenario is still under evaluation by both parties.

Moreover, we were told that Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) would also send a representative from Japan who will be appointed as the Chief of Marketing (CMO) to smoothen the collaboration between Modenas and Kawasaki further.

Edaran Modenas Sdn Bhd (EMOS) was previously announced as the new distributor of Kawasaki brands in Malaysia, including a range of bikes, after-sales, and customer support.

Kawasaki To Go All-Electric By 2035

Kawasaki Heavy Industries plans to convert all of its petrol-powered motorcycles to electric by 2035.

Although the global market was hit by Covid-19, there is a resurgent demand for motorcycles. This is partly because two-wheels are seen as the best transportation to move around and carries the lowest risk of infection.

In order to get things moving, Yasuhiko Hashimoto, president of KHI, reveals that the company is open to establishing a partnership with other companies to strengthen environmental efforts.

“Outdoor leisure activity has been popular during the COVID pandemic. We will strengthen our environmental efforts with our sights set on post-pandemic lifestyles.

“Partnerships with other companies may be possible in the future,” he said.

One of the main efforts of KHI via its spin-off motorcycle company, Kawasaki Motors Limited, is to set foot in introducing an electric range.

While there are no electric motorcycles with the Team Green badge, Kawasaki plans to launch ten electric-powered motorcycles by 2025. The main goal is to switch to electricity entirely by 2035 in Japan, Europe, U.S, Canada and Australia.

Interestingly, Kawasaki is one of a few companies that is currently working on a hydrogen-powered engine.

Heavily Updated Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R On Its Way?

Kawasaki is set to debut five motorcycles in the US and three more at EICMA in November.

While it could be a revised version of the current lineup, there is a bit of talk behind the scenes that we might see a heavily upgraded ZX-6R.

This is based on the photos by Kawasaki, showing eight models (including a jet-ski) that is scheduled to debut this year.

One of them is rumoured to be a new ZX-6R, and the exposed exhaust canister is a small giveaway of the motorcycle.

Kawasaki already launched the updated Ninja ZX-10R last year; hence it is likely that the next in line to receive the same treatment is in the middleweight supersport, namely the ZX-6R.

If this is true, it could mark as a bold statement from the Japanese firm as all of its competitors have decided to end the 600cc range mainly due to Euro5 regulations.

A debut in EICMA will also mean that the ZX-6R will be available for the European markets; thus, an updated engine to meet the Euro5 homologation is on the card.

However, there are also rumours that it could be referring to the ZX-4R, a 4-inline 400cc sports bike inspired by the success of the ZX-25R.

Whatever it may be, we are excited to see what Team Green has in store for us.

Kawasaki Motors Begins Latest Chapter With New Corporate Logo

Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) has recently announced Kawasaki Motors Limited as a new entity in charge of its motorcycle businesses.

KHI decided to introduce the spin-off motorcycle company after the brand witnessed an increase of 80 per cent sales since 2017.

Customers demographics are increasingly younger as well, as the Japanese firm revealed a number of riders in their 20s had grown significantly by 60 per cent within the same period.

Even before announcing Kawasaki Motors Limited, the company has already pushing to expand their factory in the US, including spending around USD265 million in global expansion projects.

To celebrate the new corporate identity, Kawasaki Motors Limited is branding itself with a new logo or an old one previously used on the H2 range.

The company decided to adopt the iconic River Mark as the official corporate logo. The design was conceptualized with the Japanese kanji for “kawa”, which means “river”. The logo was originally flown on the flags of ships owned by Kawasaki Tsukiji Shipyard, which later became KHI.

The new logo is a clear statement of intent that will shape the company moving forwards.

OFFICIAL: Modenas Appointed As Kawasaki Exclusive Distributor

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. (KHI) appoint Edaran Modenas Sdn Bhd (EMOS) as the new official distributor of the Japanese brand in Malaysia.

Taking over from Kawasaki Motors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (KMSB), EMOS will now run all of Kawasaki products, including motorcycles, spare parts and accessories, customer service and technical service.

The transition period of 6-months will take place with the help of KMSB Motors Sdn Bhd.

Meanwhile, current Kawasaki owners can still refer to any Kawasaki dealers for spare parts of service inquiries during the transition period.

Previously, we were informed that EMOS will handle all of Kawasaki’s 250 to 650cc range, however, no further details are available at the moment.

FIRST LOOK: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS Breaks Cover

Team Green finally lifted the cover off the all-new middle-weight retro motorcycle, the Kawasaki Z650RS.

Injecting the same retro DNA from the Z900RS that was introduced back in 2018, the Z650RS also features the reliable parallel-twin 649cc engine found on Z650 and Ninja 650.

The twin-engine was re-tuned for low and mid rev response but continue to deliver 67hp @ 8,000rpm and 65.7Nmm @ 6,500rpm.

Like its Z650 and Ninja 650 cousin, the Z650RS is equipped with the same 41mm front fork and horizontal link rear shock with preload-adjustable.

Braking is done by a dua twin-piston front callipers clamping on a 300mm disc while governed by a dual-channel Bosch ABS.

Other features include:

assist/slipper clutch
820mm seat height
full LED light setup
classic analogue dial with digital display

According to Kawasaki, the Z650RS is available from GBP7,549 (RM43k) in the UK.

New Type-Approval Documents Confirms Upcoming Kawasaki Z650RS

Kawasaki recently dropped a teaser trailer with the tagline “Retrovolution” on what could be the next retro classic motorcycle by Team Green.

While the short video did not reveal anything except a glimpse of the bike’s side mirrors, there is an ongoing rumour referring to the highly rumoured Z650RS.

However, the latest updates have confirmed those rumours based on a new type of approval documents from Europe that officially list the Z650RS as Kawasaki 2022 range.

The documents unveil some critical facts about the upcoming motorcycle, including using the same 650cc engine from the existing Z650, capable of generating 67hp and 63.7Nm.

The Z650RS will continue to feature the same tubular steel frame from the Z650; however, it has a 5mm shorter wheelbase and longer handlebars. Another identical features with the Z650 are the use of a 17″ tyre.

More details on the new Kawasaki Z650RS will be unveiled soon.

Kawasaki Lands New 2022 Ninja 1000SX – New 4-To-1 Exhaust, Revised Saddle

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX received an extensive update in 2020 with a revised engine to meet the Euro5 homologation, new 6-axis Bosch IMU and ride-by-wire technology.

However, Team Green decided to offer a host of updates for the 2022 Ninja 1000SX.

The 4th-generation Ninja 1000SX now features a four-in-one exhaust, new aerodynamic fairing, radial-mount front brake-callipers, horizontal back-link suspension and a revised quickshifter as standard.

Kawasaki also increased the level of comfort with a plushier seat and extra adjustment for the windshield to optimize airflow.

The new Ninja 1000SX also features new 56-litre luggage, enough to accommodate riders and pillion belongings.

Other exciting features include:

electronic cruise control
integrated power mods
cornering management function
KTRC traction control
supersport-level ABS
Kawasaki Rideology app
TFT display

According to Kawasaki, the new Ninja 1000SX is available in Emerald Blazed Green and Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray.

Kawasaki Releases New Teaser Video, The Z650RS Is Finally Happening?

Kawasaki Motors drop a new teaser video with the title ‘Retrovolution Is Coming’ across its social media channel, including YouTube.

However, the 16 seconds video did not reveal much apart from showing two riders on a bike having a circular shape side mirror, which could be lead to believe is the next RS range.

Moreover, the word ‘Retrovolution’ is a good enough hint to refer to the smaller displacement of the Kawasaki RS family rumoured to be the Z650RS.

But, it could also be something else, considering the teaser video is so vague.

It looks like all we have to do is wait and see the next update from the Japanese marquee.

Kawasaki Recall Several 2020 And 2021 Model Due To Faulty Installation

Kawasaki Motors Corporation U.S.A. has announced a recall on several 2020 and 2021 models due to an improper assembly.

According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall was initiated because the installed engine oil relief pressure valve could come apart during operation, which may lead to engine stalling and loss of oil pressure.

Reports suggest a total of 1,523 individual bikes is involved with the recall in the U.S., which includes:

2021 Kawasaki Z H2 S.E. (81 units)
2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR (50 units)
2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and K.R.T. Edition (391 units)
2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS and K.R.T. Edition (527 units)
2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX SE+ (120 units)
2020/2021 Kawasaki Ninja H2 and Ninja H2 Carbon (30 units)
2020/2021 Kawasaki Z H2 (342 units)

The recall will see authorized Kawasaki dealers to replace the valve on the affected models, free of charge.

Kawasaki W175 Caught Testing In India, Launching Soon?

Kawasaki set to introduce a sub 200cc version of the iconic W800 in India.

This was confirmed by a set of leaked photos of a test mule claimed to be the retro-style classic W175 in a production-ready form.

The W175 carries the same classic motorcycle element with round headlamps, teardrop fuel tank, circular instrument, and wire-spoked wheels like its bigger siblings, the W800.

Reports in India suggest the W175 offers 13.05hp @ 7,500rpm and 13.2Nm @ 6,000rpm thanks to a 177cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine.

While the numbers might not seem attractive, the W175 is expected to offer comfortable riding suitable for daily commute.

However, Kawasaki is yet to release an official timeline for the launch of the W175 in India.

Currently, the W175 is already available in the Philippines and Indonesia.

(Source: RushLane)

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Kawasaki Unveils Prototype Hybrid Motorcycle, Production To Begin 2025

Modenas Plans To Launch The Rebadge Kawasaki Ninja 250 End Of Q1 2022

Kawasaki To Go All-Electric By 2035

Heavily Updated Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R On Its Way?

Kawasaki Motors Begins Latest Chapter With New Corporate Logo

OFFICIAL: Modenas Appointed As Kawasaki Exclusive Distributor

FIRST LOOK: 2022 Kawasaki Z650RS Breaks Cover

New Type-Approval Documents Confirms Upcoming Kawasaki Z650RS

Kawasaki Lands New 2022 Ninja 1000SX – New 4-To-1 Exhaust, Revised Saddle

Kawasaki Releases New Teaser Video, The Z650RS Is Finally Happening?

Kawasaki Recall Several 2020 And 2021 Model Due To Faulty Installation

Kawasaki W175 Caught Testing In India, Launching Soon?

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