Kawasaki ZXR 400 (ZX400H/L/J/M)

Kawasaki ZXR400 (ZX400H) 1989-1990

The sports motorcycle Kawasaki ZXR 400 appeared in 1989, replacing the model Kawasaki GPX400R, which by that time had "grown" into two models - Kawasaki ZXR400 and Kawasaki ZZ -R400. Specifically, the ZXR400 was modeled after the ZXR-4 racing model used in the TT-F3 series.

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At the time of its release, the Kawasaki ZXR 400 featured many advanced technologies found only in racing models. First, the model received a rigid aluminum frame. Secondly, the sporty, fully adjustable suspension (inverted fork). Thirdly, the ram-air system, which increases the maximum power. Fourth, powerful 4-piston brakes. Fifth, Kawasaki's proprietary technologies:

  • K-CAS - air duct system for cylinder head cooling.
  • K-BATL - torque limiting system (excludes locking of the rear wheel on a sharp downshift).
  • KIS-ARM - swingarm mechanism that increases the rigidity of the rear suspension and reduces its weight.

Modifications:

  • Kawasaki ZXR400 (ZX400H, ZX400L) - regular version.
  • Kawasaki ZXR400R (ZX400J, ZX400M) - "racing" version. Features a plug in the passenger seat, fully adjustable suspensions, different camshafts (taller cams) and flat throttle (FCR) carburetors (Keihin FVKD).

Another feature of the Kawasaki ZXR 400 is the fact that it was available not only in Japan, but also supplied to European countries. Export modifications produced up to 65 hp. power. Based on the Kawasaki ZXR 400 engine, the naked Kawasaki Xanthus 400 was created.

1999 was the last year of production of the model, after which it was finally removed from the Kawasaki production line. Nevertheless, the Kawasaki ZXR400 has gained great popularity not only in Japan, but also in some countries around the world. The most powerful in its class and more racing-like prototypes, the ZXR400 stands out clearly from similar models from other Japanese manufacturers.

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Specifications

Specifications Kawasaki ZXR 400:

Model Kawasaki ZXR400
Motorcycle type sports
Release year 1989-1999
Frame aluminum diagonal
Engine type 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, in-line
Working volume 398 cm³
Bore / Stroke 57.0 x 39.0mm
Compression ratio 12.1: 1
Cooling liquid
Number of valves per cylinder DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Fuel supply system Carburetor, 4x Keihin CVKD32 - ZX400H, ZX400L

Carburetor, 4x Keihin CVKD30 - ZX400L3-L9 (Japanese versions)

Carburetor, 4x Keihin FVKD32 (flat throttle) - ZX400J, ZX400M

Ignition type transistor
Maximum power 62.0 h.p. (45.6 kW) @ 12,500 rpm - ZX400H, ZX400J with inertial supercharging

59.0 h.p. (43.0 kW) at 12000 rpm - without inertial boost

65.0 h.p. (47.8 kW) @ 13000 rpm - ZX400L, ZX400M with inertial supercharging

53.0 h.p. (39.0 kW) @ 12000 rpm - ZX400L3-L9 (Japanese versions)

Maximum torque 39.2 Nm (4.0 kg * m) at 10,000 rpm - ZX400H, ZX400J

36.3 Nm (3.7 kg * m) @ 12000 rpm - ZX400L, ZX400M

Gearbox 6-speed
Drive type chain
Front tire size 120/60 R17 55H
Rear tire size 160/60 R17 69H
Front brakes 2 discs, 300mm, 4-piston calipers - ZX400H, ZX400J

2 discs, 310mm, 4-piston calipers - ZX400L, ZX400M

Rear brakes 1 disc, 220 mm, 2-piston caliper
Front suspension Inverted Fork (Adjustable) - 120mm Travel - ZXR400

Inverted Fork (All Adjustments) - 120mm Travel - ZXR400R

Rear suspension linkage Uni-Trak with monoshock (adjustable), stroke - 140 mm - ZX400H, ZX400J

linkage Uni-Trak with monoshock (adjustable), stroke - 120 mm - ZX400L, ZX400M

Motorcycle length 2035 mm - ZX400H

2025 mm - ZX400J

1995 mm - ZX400L, ZX400M

Motorcycle width 705 mm - ZX400H, ZX400J

710 mm - ZX400L, ZX400M

Motorcycle height 1125 mm - ZX400H, ZX400J

1080 mm - ZX400L, ZX400M

Wheelbase 1395 mm - ZX400H, ZX400J

1385 mm - ZX400L, ZX400M

Saddle height 765 mm - ZX400H, ZX400J

760 mm - ZX400L, ZX400M

Minimum ground clearance 120 mm - ZX400H, ZX400J

115 mm - ZX400L, ZX400M

Acceleration to 100 km / h 4.3 sec.
Maximum speed 180 km / h (Japanese versions, with limiter)
Fuel tank capacity 16.0 l
Motorcycle weight (dry) 162 kg - ZX400H

160 kg - ZX400J, ZX400L

159 kg - ZX400M

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