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Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve fuel injected twin cylinder delivers smooth, responsive performance, especially in the low to medium rpm range
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Excellent mid-range power, exceptional roll-on response and impressive passing performance make even commuter traffic enjoyable
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Silky smooth engine vibes via a 180° crankshaft driven balancer shaft, which in turn drives the water pump
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Oil jets on the connecting rod big ends spray oil on the undersides of the pistons to aid cooling
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Lightweight plug-mounted ignition coils deliver a hot spark and save space
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40 mm wider radiator offers increased cooling efficiency
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Coolant routing travels directly to the engine cases, then follows internal passages to the cylinder and head to reduce external plumbing and simplify the entire cooling system
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Fine-tuned shift lever position is easier to use
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Revised fuel injection settings boosts the engine’s bottom-end torque while letting it rev quicker
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Sub-throttle valve equipped 38 mm Keihin throttle bodies offer optimum performance and rideability
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Located behind the main throttle valves, the sub-throttles are controlled by the DFI® system’s ECU for a precise throttle response, similar to a constant-velocity carburetor
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Auto-fast idle system simplifies starting and helps ensure that the catalyzer reaches optimum temperature quickly
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New, lightweight fuel pump mounted inside the fuel tank.
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Powerful twin-cylinder engine is the most compact in its category, which helps reduce the dimension of the entire motorcycle and allows use of a slim, minimalist frame
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Triangular setup of the crankshaft and transmission shafts makes the engine short front-to-back
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Transmission input shaft, output shaft and change drum are contained in a “cassette”-style package that allows a compact layout and eases transmission maintenance chores
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Semi-dry sump design reduces engine height
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Plated, linerless aluminum cylinders with a narrow cylinder pitch keep the engine light and slim
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Efficient fuel injection and a 3-way catalyzer inside the exhaust produce very low emissions, able to pass the stringent Euro-III emission regulations
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New 300-cell catalyzer is more compact and lighter than previous 200-cell unit
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Under-engine muffler placement improves mass centralization and the bike’s low center of gravity
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Rubber mounts replace the rigid upper-rear engine mounts to reduce the amount of vibration transferred to the rider through the seat
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Handlebar is rubber-mounted to lessen vibration transmitted through the handle grips
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Rider and passenger footpegs are rubber coated to further reduce vibration
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All-new frame which retains the key Ninja 650R elements — a slim, low, lightweight and compact design that is narrow at the knees and footpegs for rider comfort and control
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Featuring reduced rigidity, the strong, high-tensile steel trellis frame not only looks lightweight, but it is – rivaling that of aluminum frames
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Ideal frame stiffness balance achieved through extensive 3D analysis translates directly into superb handling
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The frame, rear suspension and swingarm designs flow together with an integrated line running from the steering head to the rear hub
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Short front-to-back dimensions of the engine allow for a long swingarm and a short wheelbase combination that contributes to the light and nimble handling
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Cleaner frame joint finishes improve overall quality of the bike
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Swingarm stiffened to balance the reduction of the frame’s rigidity – due primarily to the rubber engine mounts
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Swingarm now has a D-shaped cross-section
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The new swingarm and revised stabilizer design further contribute to the Ninja 650R’s higher-quality appearance
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Elegant 1-piece rider / passenger footpeg stays complement the new swingarm and stabilizer
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Revised chain adjuster design also contributes to the improved appearance
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New front and rear suspension settings match the changes to the frame and swingarm for lighter, more rider-friendly handling
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New shape of the 41 mm fork lower ends around the axle shaft adds to the bike’s performance and enhances its high-quality image
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An ideal handlebar, seat and footpeg relationship results in a comfortable and natural riding position suiting a wide range of riders
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Frame narrowed just aft of the fuel tank enabled a slimmer seat, making the reach to the ground even easier
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The offset single-shock rear suspension layout with the battery located beside the shock instead of beneath it allows a lower seat height as well
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Low seat height and slim overall design make it easy to plant both feet firmly on the ground when stopped
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Dual 300 mm front petal disc brakes with twin 27 mm piston front brake calipers and a single 220 mm rear petal disc deliver plenty of braking power
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New front brake master cylinder houses a new ball-joint and revised pivot location to deliver smoother actuation of its new 14 mm master cylinder piston
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New dual headlight design features multi-reflector bulb hoods and the twin position lights – like its Ninja supersport brethren
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Rider comfort is improved via a lip at the top of the revised windscreen, which helps deflect air away from the rider, along with a duct in the center of the cowling that creates an “air curtain” to reduce wind buffeting at higher speeds
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New, taller fuel tank – especially noticeable when viewed from the side –adds to the bike’s crouching appearance and allows fuel capacity to remain the same despite adding a fuel level sensor – for the new fuel gauge
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A flush-surface fuel cap and its sharp-edged motif give the new tank a distinctive new look
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Sharper, edged lines give the Ninja 650R a more aggressive, crouching supersport look, yet the bodywork still accentuates the frame
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Distinctive Ninja supersport design elements of the front cowling and the fairings, such as the judicious combination of colored and black panels enhance its sportier image and compact appearance
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New integrated front turn signals with clear lenses and orange bulbs
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Completing the bike’s aggressive sport appearance is a sharper tail cowling featuring a thin new LED taillight, revised rear turn signals, new license plate bulb housing and a slimmer rear mud flap
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An inner rear fender was added to help keep the underside of the sleek new tail cowl clean
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The turn signals also function as flashing hazard lights
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A new longer front fender keeps mud splashing to a minimum and its 2-tone design matches the Ninja 650R’s light, compact theme
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Storage options include 4 tie-down hooks for baggage or a spare helmet to be secured to the seat and a storage space under the seat with room for a U-lock or similar device
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Mirror design is a similar supersport-style to that on the new Ninja ZX™-6R
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Positioned 14 mm further out from the centerline, they also offer an improved rear view
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Attractive 6-spoke supersport-style wheels augment the bike’s light look while reducing unsprung weight
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New Moto GP-inspired multi-function instrumentation, which includes a new fuel gauge, digital speedometer, clock, odometer, dual trip meters and a bar-style digital tachometer
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The new layout allows the clock and trip meter to be viewed simultaneously
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Red backlighting for the LCD screen adds to the sporty image while the area around the instrument panel presents a clean, finished front cowl interior
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Redesigned handlebar holder and new curved shapes on the brake master cylinder reservoir and clutch lever contribute further to the Ninja 650R’s improved appearance
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