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FEATURES & BENEFITS
Engine:
- Potent 599cc, liquid-cooled, 16-valve, DOHC, in-line four-cylinder powerplant puts out strong, yet street-friendly power perfectly tuned for both aggressive sport riding and everyday commuting.
- Durable, lightweight forged pistons help reduce weight for increased throttle response.
- Ram-air-style intake features a central duct below headlight to aspirate engine with high-pressure cool air for maximum top-end performance.
- Four 36mm Keihin downdraft carburetors ensure crisp, seamless throttle response throughout the rev range.
- Close-ratio 6-speed transmission provides optimal power delivery to the asphalt with effortless shifting.
- 4-into-2-into-1 muffler optimizes engine performance while reducing weight and maximizing lean angle with tucked-in positioning.
- Crossover pipe between exhaust headers and muffler enhances low- and mid-range torque.
Chassis/Suspension:
- Legendary Deltabox chassis design is perfect combination of light weight and rigidity for ultra-precise handling and flex-free stability while cornering.
- Rear subframe is lightweight and compact for greater performance and rider comfort.
- Fully adjustable (preload, compression and rebound damping) 41mm telescopic front fork with 5.1 in. of travel offers race-inspired suspension performance with ultra-precise rider feedback during aggressive riding conditions.
- Fully adjustable (preload, compression and rebound damping) remote-reservoir rear shock with 4.7 in. of travel delivers super-precise handling performance and maximum versatility.
- Competition-spec brake system features dual 298mm floating front discs with one-piece 4-piston calipers and 245mm single rear disc brake with single-piston caliper for exceptional stopping power.
- 5-position adjustable front brake lever fits a wide range of hand sizes.
- Lightweight, cast-alloy, 3-spoke 17 in. wheels front and back reduce unsprung weight for superior suspension performance, while 120/60-ZR17 front and 160/60-ZR17 rear radials deliver incomparable grip and balanced steering characteristics.
Additional Features:
- Sleek, drag-reducing fairing and bodywork combine with tall windscreen for the perfect combination of wind protection and aerodynamics for optimal rider comfort without sacrificing performance.
- Moderately low clip-on bars, wide, plush seat and slightly rear-set footpegs create ideal ergonomic balance between hard-edged supersport machine and everyday commuter.
- Wide, plush passenger pillion and sturdy grabrails provide first-class two-up seating.
- Multiple, under-tailsection cargo hooks furnish numerous bungee cord anchoring points.
- 5.0-gallon fuel tank ensures excellent range, while tank-side knee cutouts help create aggressive seating position to enhance sharp cornering with exceptional control.
- Instrumentation includes easy-to-read analog speedometer, tachometer, odometer, and tripmeter with indicator lights for neutral, high beam, turn signals, low fuel and oil.
- Sleek 60/55-watt multireflector resin-lens headlight maximizes visibility and enhances slippery aerodynamics.
- Standard toolkit located in convenient storage compartment under passenger seat.
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