Kawasaki ZZR400 (1998-99)

The Kawasaki ZZR400 is a motorcycle model from 1998 to 1999, which features a 398cc, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder engine with a capacity of 24.3 cu-in. It has a compression ratio of 11.8:1 and 4x Keihin CVK30 carburetors for induction, along with a digital ignition and an electric starter. With a maximum power output of 58 hp at 12000 rpm and a maximum torque of 3.7 kgf-m at 10000 rpm, the motorcycle has a six-speed transmission and a final chain drive.

The front suspension comprises 41mm telescopic forks, while the rear suspension features a rising-rate monoshock. The front brakes include two 300mm discs with four-piston calipers, and the rear brake has a single 240mm disc with a one-piston caliper. The motorcycle’s tyres are 120/60-17 at the front and 160/60-17 at the rear, with a wheelbase of 1430 mm and a seat height of 780 mm. The dry weight of the motorcycle is 197 kg with a fuel capacity of 16 litres. Overall, the Kawasaki ZZR400 is a lightweight sports bike suitable for riders looking for a blend of performance and practicality.

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Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki ZZ-R 400

Year: 1998 – 99

Engine: Liquid cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.

Capacity: 398 cc / 24.3 cu-in

Bore x Stroke: 57.5 x 38.5 mm

Compression Ratio: 11.8:1

Lubrication: Wet sump

Induction: 4x Keihin CVK30 carburetors

ignition: Digital

Starting: Electric

Max Power: 58 hp / 43.2 kW @ 12000 rpm

Max Torque: 3.7 kgf-m / 26.7 lb-ft @ 10000 rpm

Transmission: 6 Speed

Final Drive: Chain

Front Suspension: 41mm Telescopic forks

Rear Suspension: Rising rate monoshock

Front Brakes: 2x 300mm discs 4 piston calipers

Rear Brakes: Single 240mm disc 1 piston caliper

Front Tyre: 120/60-17

Rear Tyre: 160/60-17

Wheelbase: 1430 mm / 56.3 in

Seat Height: 780 mm / 30.7 in

Dry Weight: 197 kg / 434.3 lbs

Fuel Capacity: 16 Litres / 4.7 US gal