2023 Kawasaki Z400 ABS gets new colors and graphics in the US

Kawasaki launched in the US the 2023 model of the Z400, its 400cc twin-cylinder ‘naked’ motorcycle, which arrives with new colors and graphics, but keeping the same mechanical set.

Now, it comes in the following colors: Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Spark Black and Pearl Robotic White/Metallic Matte Graphene Steel Gray.

The 2023 Z400 MSRP price is $5,399 with $435 for destination charge and $300 for Freight and materials surcharge. According to the company, dealer sets the actual destination charge, so, your price may vary.

How is the Z400

The Z400 arrived to replace the Z300, and it was developed together with the sporty Ninja 400, sharing many elements, including the 399 cm³ engine.

The design is based on the bigger ‘sister’ Z650, maintaining the brand’s Sugomi concept. There is a balance between defined angles with an aggressive and sporty look, characteristic of Kawasaki’s ‘supernaked’.

In addition, the headlights and flashlights are LED and the dashboard has an analog tachometer with a multifunctional LCD screen. Unfortunately the turn signals (blinkers) are not LED.

Engine and chassis

The 2023 Z400 has a 399 cm³ in-line twin-cylinder engine with liquid cooling, capable of generating up to 48 HP of maximum power at 10,000 rpm and 28.0 lb-ft / 38.2 Nm of torque at 8,000 rpm. The transmission is a 6-speed equipped with assist and slipper clutch.

In addition, it is equipped with 41mm forks at the front and Uni Trak Bottom-Link shock absorber at the rear, as well as 17-inch wheels equipped with tires measuring 110/70-17 at the front and 150/60-17 at the rear. The front brake disc is 310 mm, the same size used in the Z1000, with a dual-piston caliper and ABS system.

Finally, the 2023 Kawasaki Z400 ABS arrives with a renewed color scheme to continue fighting in the middleweight ‘naked’ segment that, in addition to the Kawasaki model, has the Yamaha MT-03, Honda CB 500F and BMW G 310 R, among others.

Anyway, for more information, visit https://www.kawasaki.com/en-us/.

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