Kawasaki Motors Philippines (KMPC) is celebrating 15 years in the Philippines this year. They have been a leader in the large motorcycle market since they started in 2009.
Over the last 15 years, Kawasaki has had an exciting journey. They have become the top brand in the big bike segment. KMPC plans to strengthen its position in the big bike market in 2024. They will introduce updates to their existing big bike range.
KMPC recently unveiled the latest additions and changes. This shows their commitment to staying ahead in this market segment. They have added multiple new models to meet different customer needs and preferences. This move aims to solidify KMPC’s dominance.
The Kawasaki Ninja 40th Anniversary Edition celebrates a special milestone
To celebrate the Ninja’s 40th anniversary, Kawasaki is launching a retro livery inspired by the iconic Ninja ZXR-7. This model brought Kawasaki many racing wins. The tricolor design will be featured on the ZX-10R, ZX-6R, and ZX-4RR models by March 2024. These special edition bikes will have limited availability, so fans should act fast. Pricing details for these models are provided below, helping interested buyers plan accordingly.
Kawasaki Eliminator
Kawasaki has brought back the Eliminator name. The new model is part of their 500-series bikes. It shares the same 451cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine as other 500-series bikes. This engine makes 52hp at 10,000rpm and 42.6Nm of torque at 7,500rpm.
The Eliminator cruiser has a 13-liter fuel tank. Its seat height is 735mm and curb weight is 177kg. The front and rear wheels are 18 inches and 16 inches big. The SE version adds a front cowl on the headlight and a special pillion seat.
The Kawasaki Ninja 500 and Z500
The new Ninja 500 and Z500 also join the 500-series. They have the same engine as the Eliminator. Both come with an assist/slipper clutch and ABS as standard. The Ninja 500 and Z500 seat heights are 785mm. They use 110/70 R17 front and 150/60 R17 rear tires.
The Ninja 500 costs P353,800 and the Ninja 500 SE costs P379,600. The Z500 is priced at P329,800.
Besides these updates, Kawasaki has launched two electric bikes – the Ninja e-1 and Z e-1. Their features and impact will be covered separately. What do you think about Kawasaki’s product range changes?