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Comfort

• ALL-DAY COMFORT: Sport performance doesn’t mean you should sacrifice superior ride comfort. Several intuitive features contribute to the overall rideability and comfort of the Ninja® 1100SX ABS.
• LOW VIBRATIONS: Handlebar weights and bar-end inserts help to keep vibration to a minimum, making longer-distance cruising comfortable on your hands.
• ADJUSTABLE: The 5-position clutch lever can be adjusted to accommodate hand size or to suit preference.
• WIDE & COMFORTABLE: Rider and passenger seats are contoured for comfort that will go the distance. Seat material offers superb elasticity and resistance to cold temperatures for optimal comfort. The rider seat features dense, springy urethane cushioning that helps retain its original shape.
• ERGONOMIC & EASY: The ergonomically sculpted passenger grips are easy to hold and naturally positioned.
• RELAXED & COMFORTABLE: Adaptable, relaxed upright riding position is comfortable and optimized to accommodate riders of varying sizes and a full range of riding situations.
• MAKE EVERY RIDE A BREEZE: An adjustable windshield offers four positions ranging from sporty to maximum wind protection. Adjustments can be made by hand (no tools required) by depressing the release button below the instrument panel*. *Windshield adjustment should be made when the bike is stopped.

Convenience

• RIDE FARTHER: Features such as a high-grade full-color TFT LCD screen that displays detailed and useful information, and both DC and USB-C power outlets allow you to ride longer and enjoy more.
• DIGITAL LANDSCAPE: All-digital TFT (thin-film transistor) color instrumentation gives the cockpit a high-tech, high-grade appearance and visibility. The screen’s background color is selectable (black or white), and screen brightness adjusts automatically to suit available light. Display functions include: digital speedometer, gear position indicator, upshift indicator, odometer, dual trip meter, fuel gauge, cruising distance, average fuel consumption, outside temperature, water temperature, clock, economical riding indicator, IMU indicator, KIBS indicator, boost pressure, and boost temperature.
• "HEY KAWASAKI, SWITCH TO SPORT MODE": A Bluetooth® chip built into the instrument panel lets you connect to your motorcycle wirelessly. Using smartphone connectivity (via RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE†) several instrument functions can be accessed allowing you to view vehicle info, riding log, phone notifications, tuning of general settings, Kawasaki Riding Management, and navigation. The Ninja® 1100SX ABS is available with smartphone connectivity with voice control using RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE. Experience even more freedom to focus on the ride while being totally connected.
• INTELLIGENT & RESPONSIVE: The Ninja® 1100SX ABS is equipped with Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), a supersport-grade high-precision multi-sensing ABS brake assistance system. Plus, an electric cruise control system allows a desired speed to be maintained with the simple press of a button.
• INTELLIGENT & RESPONSIVE: The Ninja® 1100SX ABS is equipped with Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), a supersport-grade high-precision multi-sensing ABS brake assistance system. Plus, an electric cruise control system allows a desired speed to be maintained with the simple press of a button.
• KAWASAKI QUICK RELEASE STORAGE: The Ninja® 1100SX ABS features a clean-mount side case system that allows KQR™ side cases* to be attached and removed for added convenience. *Sold separately as Kawasaki Genuine Accessory.
• POWER UP YOUR DEVICES: A USB-C outlet mounted to the left handlebar offers a convenient power source for personal electronics.

Performance

• WHAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF: The Ninja® 1100SX ABS motorcycle is the sport tourer for the sportbike enthusiast.
• PERFORMANCE TO TAKE YOU FURTHER: The powerful 1,099cc in-line 4-cylinder engine features an exhilarating midrange and top end, and with strong low-mid range torque, offers well-rounded performance to deliver power when and where riders need it. The sound of both the exhaust and intake let the rider hear and feel the engine’s pull for a thrilling ride.
• ASSIST & SLIPPER: The Assist & Slipper Clutch offers light clutch pull and helps smooth out engine performance and improve overall riding comfort. This race-inspired clutch technology works by limiting back torque to minimize rear-wheel chatter caused by excessive engine braking due to quick downshifting. Less rear-tire hopping during aggressive downshifts amounts to superior control and smoother sport performance.
• RIGID & BALANCED: The highly rigid aluminum twin-tube frame is constructed to prioritize mass centralization for a strong chassis platform. The fine-tuned design ensures that firm comfort and stability are strategically balanced with light, agile handling for a premium sport-touring experience.
• TUNED FOR DISTANCE: Whether you're looking for sporty riding or comfortable touring, the Ninja® 1100SX ABS motorcycle's suspension is fine-tuned to make the most of sport touring. The 41mm inverted front fork features adjustable compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability for a wide range of versatility. The horizontal back-link rear suspension features rebound and preload adjustability, with a remote preload adjuster facilitating quick and convenient setting changes (without tools) to suit tandem riding, luggage, or rider preference.
• EXCEPTIONAL STOPPING POWER: The Ninja® 1100SX ABS brakes feature monobloc front brake calipers that offer a firm initial touch, a level of brake force that is very easy to control, and superb overall brake performance. The rear brake disc is a large diameter (260 mm) that contributes to exceptional stopping power.
• CONFIDENT GRIP: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S23 tires provide ideal grip in dry and wet conditions for a smooth ride and confident control.

Styling

• SHARP & EDGY: The modern aggressive styling and sharp lines of the Ninja® 1100SX ABS sport tourer make it unmistakably Ninja®.
• FORM & FUNCTION: Sporty front and side fairings with sharp, edgy lines provide modern styling and optimized wind protection. A single-sided muffler further enhances the inherent Ninja® styling, reflecting the dynamic experience you get with every ride.
• SIGNATURE NINJA® LOOK: Chin spoilers similar to those on the Ninja H2® and Ninja® ZX™-10R motorcycles strengthen the family resemblance.
• LED LIGHTING: The Ninja® 1100SX ABS motorcycle features modern and stylish all-LED lighting that includes: LED headlamps. LED front and rear turn signals. LED taillight with red LED bulbs and smoked lens. LED license plate light.

Technology

• NEXT-LEVEL TECHNOLOGY: Key enhancements bring Kawasaki Racing Team (KRT) WorldSBK championship-proven electronics management technology to the Ninja® 1100SX ABS. This results in precise chassis orientation awareness that helps the rider adapt to a range of typical riding conditions and scenarios.
• KAWASAKI QUICK SHIFTER: The dual-direction Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS) functions from a low minimum rpm for smooth shifting performance at lower speeds and higher-revving action. This technology allows both clutchless upshifts and downshifts for seamless acceleration and smooth deceleration.
• DATA-DRIVEN PERFORMANCE: A compact Bosch IMU enables inertia along 6 Degrees of Freedom to be monitored: acceleration along longitudinal, transverse, and vertical axes plus roll rate and pitch rate. The 6th degree—yaw rate—is calculated by the ECU, and together with input from the IMU, chassis orientation information is fed to Kawasaki’s proprietary dynamic modeling software. This technology, developed for the WorldSBK Championship-winning Kawasaki Racing Team, has evolved into several rider aids fine-tuned to enhance Ninja® sport-touring performance.
• ACCELERATION & STABILITY: The IMU-enhanced feedback version of Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC) predicts conditions and acts before slippage exceeds the range for optimal traction. Riders can choose from 3 modes of KTRC. Mode 1 is least intrusive and Mode 3 offers the greatest level of control, ideal for wet conditions or challenging road surfaces. Riders can also turn the KTRC system off.
• A MODE FOR EVERY ROAD: Integrated riding modes link Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC) and Power Modes to offer varying traction control and power delivery settings to suit different riding conditions. Sport mode enables sporty riding for backroads. Road mode offers comfortable riding over a wide range of conditions. Rain mode delivers reassurance over wet surfaces. Rider (manual) mode lets you set each system independently.
• HOLD THE LINE: The Ninja® 1100SX ABS utilizes advanced technology to deliver superior cornering performance. The Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF) uses input from the IMU to enable a control function—cornering management—which monitors engine and chassis parameters to assist riders in holding their intended line through corners.
• ALL THE POWER YOU NEED: Riders can set power delivery to suit conditions and/or preference. Low power mode limits power output to approximately 70% of full power and delivers a milder throttle. Full power mode utilizes 100% engine power.