2017 KAWASAKI NINJA 650 ABS
FIRST TEST
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system, and Kawasaki's Air
Management System (KAMS),
which directs hot engine air
down to the ground and away
from the rider.
And the 180-degree crank-
shaft now runs with two balanc-
er shafts to keep vibration to a
minimum, plus there's a new
slipper clutch with a mechani-
cal assist function that aids in a
lighter pull at the lever.
Further, the hybrid clip-
on-style handlebars are now
25mm more forward and
42mm lower than in 2016, the
footpegs are also 15mm lower
and 60mm more forward over
last year's and the seat height
has been slightly lowered.
The bike's windscreen has
three adjustable heights and
A slightly more
aggressive riding
position helps
the Kawasaki slay
corners better than
the outgoing model.
Kawasaki's fitted a new swingarm that
saves a further six pounds.
