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Tuned to provide smooth power across a very wide rev range, while producing impressive horsepower numbers
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Chrome composite plated aluminum cylinder bores are lightweight, durable, and quickly carry heat away from the combustion chamber and piston for supreme durability at high power outputs
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Carefully planned engine design is compact and narrow
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Low mechanical noise via special piston profile and urethane insulation sheet on the inside of the magnesium chain cover
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Airflow into the exhaust from the large secondary air ports in the cylinder head and head cover, plus a third honeycomb catalyzer in the collector help meet strict Euro III emissions standards
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Internal silencer construction minimizes impact of emissions regulations while maintaining impressive top-end power
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Exhaust connecting tube entrances are designed to enhance low rpm torque characteristics
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Already in perfect primary balance, dual secondary balancers virtually eliminate unwanted vibrations for extremely smooth engine operation and reduced rider fatigue
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Central ram air duct draws the cooler, higher-pressure air from the face of the fairing and efficiently guides it through the air cleaner and into the engine for maximum power output
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44 mm Mikuni throttle bodies are fitted with sub-throttle valves, controlled by the ECU to provide precise response, make DFI® performance smoother, and help meet Euro III emission requirements
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Intake porting optimizes flow characteristics
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Injectors deliver lateral spray at a 20° angle to disperse the finely-atomized fuel over a wider area
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Fine-atomizing injectors produce 75µ droplet size
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32-bit ECU works with dual throttle valve system to further enhance throttle response and control
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Digital Timing Advance enhances low- and mid-range power
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Individual spark plug-mounted ignition coils fire each of the 4 spark plugs independently to achieve the optimum timing for that cylinder at that instant
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ECU includes an idle speed control system for easier starting and warm-up
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Hydraulic clutch features a radial-pump clutch master cylinder for smooth and precise clutch engagement and feel
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Lightweight, monocoque frame is a hollow aluminum box that arches over the engine from the steering head to the swingarm pivot. It is narrow, strong, rigid and very light
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Frame’s cast aluminum sections - steering head and swingarm pivot areas – are produced with a die-casting process for further weight savings
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Rigidly mounted engine is a stressed frame member, which increases the frame’s torsional rigidity and saves approximately 4 lbs.
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Engine positioned forward in the frame, with the wheelbase and front / rear weight balance carefully designed to achieve high-speed stability and responsive handling
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Massive head pipe casting contributes to frame rigidity
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Frame houses the airbox and air filter in a space-saving design that simplifies air cleaner maintenance
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Battery is also housed within the frame and has simple access through the back side of the frame
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Inverted 43 mm cartridge type front fork utilizes damping rates that offer stiff initial action to resist front-end dive when braking
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Stepless damping adjustment improves suspension performance
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Excellent control and feedback from fully adjustable bottom-link Uni-Trak® rear suspension
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Linkage rates provide linear suspension action
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Bottom-link design concentrates helps create a lower center of gravity, which makes the motorcycle more nimble
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Wheel rim center ribs are slightly offset so tire balance weights can be located precisely along the wheel’s centerline
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Radial mounted 4-piston front brake calipers offer greater rigidity than traditional caliper mounting, to improve brake feel
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A separate brake pad is used for each piston. Individual pads provide increased cooling efficiency and can absorb more heat without deforming, so they maintain a consistent brake feel longer
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Petal design brake discs provide better cooling and warp resistance
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Radial-pump front brake master cylinder improves brake performance and lever feel
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Monocoque frame goes over the engine so the sleek fairing is uninterrupted by protruding frame spars, adding to the extremely long and low styling
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Both the front and rear turn signals are integrated into the bodywork and have clear lenses to enhance the appearance
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Quadruple projector beam headlights give the ZX-14 a distinctive front fairing. The outer lights contain position lamps and the high beams, while the low beams are in the center lamps
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Lightweight Denso radiator with high-density cores provides maximum cooling efficiency
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White faced dual analog speedometer and tachometer are easy to read
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Multi-function LCD digital display includes an odometer, 2 trip meters, fuel gauge, gear position indicator and a clock
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Programmable shift indicator lamp illuminates at pre-set rpm to signal rider upshift
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Programmable clutch engagement lamp illuminates at pre-set rpm to signal the rider to engage the clutch
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Controller Area Network (CAN) interface between the gauges uses fewer wires yet allows a greater volume of information, such as estimated fuel mileage, to be exchanged
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