Now a new report suggests that Kawasaki is developing a retro-styled Z400RS based on the upcoming Ninja ZX-4R and that it could sport an in-line four-cylinder engine instead of the parallel-twin cylinder motor powering the Z400. Is.
see photosThe Kawasaki Z400RS is expected to borrow design cues from the Z650RS (pictured)
Kawasaki is all set to expand its modern-classic range with the new Z400RS soon. The bike maker has been slowly and steadily foraying into the retro-style motorcycle segment with offerings like the Z900RS and more recently Z650RS Joining the lineup. Now, a new report suggests that a Z400RS is also in the works and interestingly, it could sport an in-line four-cylinder engine instead of the parallel-twin cylinder motor that is currently available globally. Powers the Z400 on sale.
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The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-25R is expected to spawn the Ninja ZX-4R which will be joined by the Z400RS
All the speculation stems from the fact that Kawasaki is developing the Ninja ZX-4R, which will be a four-cylinder upgrade over the Ninja ZX-25R that was introduced in Japan sometime back. The new ZX-4R will get a larger displacement iteration of the ZX-25R’s engine, which should make things more fun for those looking for a high-powered small-displacement motorcycle. Considering how well the Ninja ZX-25R has done for Kawasaki in Japan, there is reason to believe that the manufacturer is trying to replicate the same success story with the ZX-4R as well.
It will also make way for the Kawasaki Z400RS, tapping into the modern-classic popularity that is currently common around the world. For Kawasaki, the brand has some history of its own in terms of the 400cc segment. The manufacturer sold two popular motorcycles in the past – the 1979 Z400FX with a 399 cc four-cylinder motor and the 1989 Zephyr which was a hit in the 1990s and saw Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki a lot of their 399 cc four-cylinder motorcycles. section on its own.
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The Kawasaki Z400RS will appear similar to the larger Z650RS and Z900RS with rounded headlamps, redesigned fuel tank, twin-pod cluster and more
That said, Kawasaki already sells the 399 cc parallel-twin cylinder powered Z400 street-fighter. That motorcycle can still be kept intentionally for many markets. The upcoming Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is expected to debut in Japan towards the end of the year. We can expect to hear more about the four-cylinder Z400RS around that time, which could be a Japan-specific model. However, it could also see success by targeting A2 license holders in Europe, along with other markets such as Southeast Asia. However, the chances of the Kawasaki Z400RS hitting the Indian roads are slim. The bike will be very expensive for the segment and the Z650 will probably cost ₹ . cannibalize the sale of
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