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Looks like this is a reality. This is released in Canada for 2011. Canadian Kawasaki Motors has priced the 2011 Ninja 400R at CA$7,499 (US$7,240), less expensive than the 650R (CA$8,699/US$8400), and with an engine displacement under 400cc, insurance would be much less in some provinces as well.
Like its big brother, the 400R is powered by a liquid-cooled fuel injected Parallel Twin engine, except with a 399cc displacement. With a 68.4mm bore and a 54.3mm stroke, Kawasaki says the engine offers 42hp at 9500rpm and 27 ft-lb. at 7500rpm (compared to the 650R’s claimed 71hp at 8500rpm and 49 ft-lb. at 7000rpm).
Also like the 650R, the 450R’s trellis frame, swingarm and offset laydown rear shock form a straight line from steering head to rear axle. The rear shock has adjustable preload, while up front is a 41mm telescopic fork.
Other features include a MotoGP-inspired multi-function display, built-in front turn signals and LED tail light. It will be available in Lime Green and Metallic Spark Black.
Check the Kawasaki Canada website. There is no word on whether it is coming to the States. (More than likely not.)
http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/ninja-400r:1256
http://www.motorcycle.com/news/2011-kawasaki-ninja-400r-for-canada-89690.html
http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2011models/2011-Kawasaki-Ninja400R.htm
Like its big brother, the 400R is powered by a liquid-cooled fuel injected Parallel Twin engine, except with a 399cc displacement. With a 68.4mm bore and a 54.3mm stroke, Kawasaki says the engine offers 42hp at 9500rpm and 27 ft-lb. at 7500rpm (compared to the 650R’s claimed 71hp at 8500rpm and 49 ft-lb. at 7000rpm).
Also like the 650R, the 450R’s trellis frame, swingarm and offset laydown rear shock form a straight line from steering head to rear axle. The rear shock has adjustable preload, while up front is a 41mm telescopic fork.
Other features include a MotoGP-inspired multi-function display, built-in front turn signals and LED tail light. It will be available in Lime Green and Metallic Spark Black.
Check the Kawasaki Canada website. There is no word on whether it is coming to the States. (More than likely not.)
http://www.kawasaki.ca/model/ninja-400r:1256
http://www.motorcycle.com/news/2011-kawasaki-ninja-400r-for-canada-89690.html
http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2011models/2011-Kawasaki-Ninja400R.htm