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KAWASAKI’S FORMIDABLE FLAGSHIP THE 2008 NINJA ZX-14 FINE-TUNED FOR EXTRA FIREPOWER Every champion knows sustained dominance is only possible with constant improvement. Such is the case with Kawasaki’s Ninja ZX-14. Since its debut in March of 2006 this motorcycle has ruled the open class sportbike roost with nearly non-stop magazine comparison victories. Even though the 1 352-cubic-centimeter Ninja ZX-14 won lavish praise for its massive torque effortless power agile handling and comfortable ergonomics Kawasaki engineers were not willing to leave the door open to potential challengers. The 2008 ZX-14 retains all the great features that made it a legend plus more bottom- mid- and top-end power. Changes to the engine and exhaust system allow it to comply with strict Euro-III emissions and tightening noise regulations. To meet noise standards the engineers focused on reducing internal mechanical noise instead of muzzling the exhaust system. The result wasn’t a power loss but an overall improvement of the engine character and an actual increase in the ZX-14’s legendary peak power! Yes you read that correctly. Emissions and noise levels are lower peak power is higher the mid-range hit is stronger and smoother and low-end torque has been increased. A win-win solution for all in our books.
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