/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/octane/5QGZOZLEABCH5PJXKI4N3ZQFE4.jpg "Kawasaki Announces the Return of the Eliminator for 2024")
Kawasaki has introduced the return of the Eliminator title to its motorbike lineup. The unique Eliminator was fitted with a 900cc sportbike engine just like the one discovered within the 1985 GPz900R. Immediately, the all-new 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator ($6,649) is fitted with the parallel twin used within the Ninja 400 and Z400 however has a 6.8mm longer stroke than the game fashions, rising the displacement to 451cc. Kawasaki claims the bored-out, repurposed engine produces 31.7 lb.-ft. of torque at 7,500 rpm.
For 2024 the Kawasaki Eliminator is obtainable in a typical mannequin ($6,649), ABS mannequin ($6,949), and the upscale Eliminator SE ABS ($7,249). All three fashions function the identical 451cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4-valves-per-cylinder parallel twin with a machined balancer shaft for lowered vibration. The Eliminator engine additionally options an help and slipper clutch, two 32mm throttle our bodies, and a downdraft consumption designed to enhance cylinder filling effectivity and remove house underneath the seat for a neater attain to the bottom, in line with Kawasaki.
A light-weight trellis frame is designed to be lengthy and low for mild dealing with whereas additionally paying homage to the Eliminator’s authentic silhouette. An aluminum swingarm and mounting plate bolts to the again of the engine, using it as a burdened member. A 41mm telescopic fork gives 4.7 inches of wheel journey and twin shocks present 3.5 inches of journey within the rear. The entrance brake incorporates a 310mm semi-floating entrance disc and dual-piston caliper whereas the rear brake is supplied with a 220mm disc and dual-piston caliper.
The place the rubber meets the street, the 2023 Kawasaki Eliminator runs on an 18-inch entrance wheel and 130/70 tire and 16-inch rear wheel and 150/80 tire. The three.7-gallon gasoline tank tapers into the seat with respect to the unique Eliminator and the retro-themed spherical headlight is full LED. Along with the balancer shaft, the handlebar is rubber mounted and the ergonomics are relaxed for rider consolation.
A round LCD instrument panel could look retro, but it surely gives modern-day facilities. The fully digital sprint shows a speedometer, tachometer, gear place indicator, clock, odometer, twin journeys, gasoline gauge, gasoline vary, present and common gasoline consumption, coolant temperature, and upkeep reminder, and has Bluetooth connectivity utilizing the Rideology app.
The 2023 Kawasaki Eliminator SE ABS mannequin shares the entire similar {hardware} as the usual and ABS fashions however options distinct colours and graphics, a compact headlight cowl, fork boots, a USB-C outlet, and a two-pattern seat cowl with stitching alongside the highest edge.
Though the Kawasaki Eliminator was as soon as an influence cruiser, for 2024 it has returned as a user-friendly, accessible standard. Designed with approachability in thoughts, the all-new Kawasaki Eliminator gives riders a light-weight tackle a forgotten basic.
2024 Kawasaki Eliminator Specs
| MSRP: | $6,649, ABS: $6,949, ABS SE: $7,249 |
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| Engine: | DOHC, liquid-cooled, four-stroke parallel twin; 4 valves/cyl. |
| Displacement: | 451cc |
| Bore x Stroke: | 70.0 x 58.6mm |
| Compression Ratio: | 11.3:1 |
| Transmission/Ultimate Drive: | 6-speed/chain |
| Claimed Horsepower: | N/A |
| Claimed Torque: | 31.7 ft-lb. @ 7,500 rpm |
| Gas System: | DFI w/ 32mm throttle our bodies (2) |
| Clutch: | N/A |
| Engine Administration/Ignition: | |
| Body: | Trellis |
| Entrance Suspension: | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork; 4.7 in. journey |
| Rear Suspension: | Twin shocks; 3.5 in. journey |
| Entrance Brake: | 2-piston balanced actuation caliper, 310mm disc (w/ ABS) |
| Rear Brake: | 2-piston caliper, 240mm disc (w/ ABS) |
| Wheels, Entrance/Rear: | 18 in./16 in. |
| Tires, Entrance/Rear: | 130/70-18 / 150/80-16 |
| Rake/Path | 30°/4.8 in. |
| Wheelbase: | 59.8 in. |
| Floor Clearance: | 5.9 in. |
| Seat Peak: | 28.9 in. |
| Gas Capability: | 3.7 gal. |
| Claimed Moist Weight: | 386 lb. (non-ABS) / 388 lb. (ABS) / 390 lb. (ABS SE) |
| Contact: | kawasaki.com |