Kawasaki has this afternoon unveiled its new, World Superbike inspired 2016 ZX-10R under the auspicies of new world champion Jonathan Rea and team mate Tom Sykes.

The bike retains its 200bhp engine but is now Euro4 compliant but after requests from the race team, it now has 20 per cent less moment of inertia due to redesigned crank shafts. Offering the same blend of high power and manageability, smooth power delivery facilitates getting back on the gas, while updates deliver a stronger low-mid range for quicker acceleration out of corners on the track. A lighter crankshaft results in a quicker-revving character as well as contributing to lighter handling. Significant feedback from Kawasaki’s factory superbike ensures the engine’s immense power was maintained while meeting Euro 4 regulations.

There is also new BFF Showa suspension, brand new Brembo brakes and a Bosch inertia measurement system which mates with a sixth-axis in the ECU.

The IMU operates in six degrees of freedom: 5 measured + 1 calculated. Combined with Kawasaki’s proprietary dynamic modelling program, input from the IMU enables even more precise chassis orientation awareness, the key to bringing Kawasaki’s electronics to the next level.

Also new are:

S-KTRC (Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control)
Hybrid predictive/feedback-type evolution of the highly sophisticated traction control system helps riders push harder by maximising acceleration. 5 modes enable expert riders to get even more serious enjoyment on the circuit.

KLCM (Kawasaki Launch Control Mode)
3-mode system designed to help racers optimise acceleration from a launch by managing engine output to prevent wheelspin and minimise wheelies.

KIBS (Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System) (ABS only)
Kawasaki’s supersport-grade high-precision multi-sensing brake management system uses high-precision control to modulate brake pressure during sport riding.

Cornering management function (ABS only)
Input from the new IMU enables a new control function: cornering management, which assists riders in tracing their intended line through the corner.

Kawasaki Engine Brake Control
This system allows riders to set engine braking according to preference.

KQS (Kawasaki Quick Shifter)
Facilitates acceleration by enabling the rider to shift up with the throttle wide open without using the clutch.

More later