Starting with the powertrain, the Concours 14 continues to be powered by a modified, variable valve timing (VVT) equipped version of Kawasaki’s big displacement 1352cc Inline Four yanked out of its Ninja ZX-14R hyperbike. The VVT affords better fuel economy at lower rpm without sacrificing wailing top-end punch. In fact the last time we tested the Connie, it unleashed nearly 135 horsepower and almost 90 lb-ft of torque (at the back tire). Muscle is augmented through a six-speed transmission and shaft drive that is virtually maintenance free aside from 7500-mile fluid changes (same interval as engine oil).
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