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| Identification | |
|---|---|
| Model Type | Sport |
| BASE MSRP(US) | $9,599.00 |
| Warranty | 12 |
| Insurance | |
| Engine: | |
| Engine Type | Horizontal In-line |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Stroke | 4-Stroke |
| Cooling | Liquid |
| Valves | 16 |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
| Valve Configuration | DOHC |
| Bore (mm/in) | 67 / 2.64 |
| Stroke (mm/in) | 42.5 / 1.67 |
| Displacement (cc/ci) | 599 / 36.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 13.1:1 |
| Starter | Electric |
| Fuel Requirements | Regular |
| Emissions Standards | Standard Emissions |
| Ram Air Induction | Yes |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| Fuel Injector | Yes |
| Carburetor | No |
| Carburetion Type | Fuel Injected |
| Transmission: | |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Number Of Speeds | 6 |
| Overdrive | No |
| Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) | Chain |
| Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission) | Gear |
| Reverse | No |
| Wheels & Tires: | |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum |
| Tube / Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Front Wheel Width (in) | 3.5 |
| Rear Wheel Width (in) | 5.5 |
| Chromed | No |
| Tire Brand | Dunlop® |
| Front Tire Width | 120 |
| Front Tire Aspect Ratio | 70 |
| Front Tire Speed Rating | Z |
| Front Wheel Diameter | 17 |
| Rear Tire Width | 180 |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 55 |
| Rear Tire Speed Rating | Z |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 17 |
| Front Tire (Full Spec) | Dunlop 120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tire (Full Spec) | Dunlop 180/55 ZR17 |
| Brakes: | |
| Front Brake Type | Dual Hydraulic Disc |
| Front Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 12.2 / 310 |
| Front Brake Rotor Width (in/mm) | 0.2 / 5 |
| Front Caliper Pistons | 4 |
| Rear Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc |
| Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm) | 8.7 / 220 |
| Rear Caliper Pistons | 1 |
| Suspension: | |
| Front Suspension Type | Inverted Fork |
| Front Suspension Size (in/mm) | 1.6 / 41 |
| Front Travel (in/mm) | 4.7 / 119.4 |
| Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load | Yes |
| Front Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes |
| Front Central Suspension Strut | No |
| Rear Suspension Type | Twin Sided Swing Arm |
| Rear Travel (in/mm) | 4.7 / 119.4 |
| Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load | Yes |
| Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping | Yes |
| Number Rear Shock Absorbers | 1 |
| Rear Suspension Material | Aluminum |
| Air Adjustable | No |
| Steering: | |
| Steering Control | Handlebar |
| Technical Specifications: | |
| Length (in/mm) | 80.3 / 2039.6 |
| Width (in/mm) | 27.6 / 701 |
| Height (in/mm) | 43.3 / 1099.8 |
| Wheelbase (in/mm) | 54.3 / 1379.2 |
| Rake (degrees) | 24 |
| Trail (in/mm) | 3.8 / 96.5 |
| Dry Weight (lbs/kg) | 366 / 166 |
| Fuel Capacity (gal/l) | 4.6 / 17.4 |
| Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) | 1.64 |
| Seats: | |
| Seat Type | Two-Piece |
| Adjustable | No |
| Seat Material | Vinyl |
| Seat Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Folding | No |
| Seat Height (in/mm) | 33.5 / 850.9 |
| Number Of Seats | 2 |
| Grab Rail or Strap | Standard |
| Exterior: | |
| Frame | Aluminum / Magnesium |
| Body Material | Plastic |
| Hand Grip Material | Rubber |
| Foot Peg Material | Aluminum |
| Foot Peg Location | Driver and Passenger |
| Adjustable | No |
| Brake Rotor / Caliper Guard | No |
| Chain Guard | Yes |
| Drive Shaft Guard | No |
| Fork Guards | No |
| Saddle Bag Guard | No |
| Belt Guard | No |
| Hand Guards | No |
| Brush Guard | No |
| Heel Guards | Yes |
| Exhaust Guard | Yes |
| Light Guard | No |
| Choke Knob Cover | No |
| Drive Shaft Cover | No |
| Swing Arm Cover | No |
| Brake Caliper Cover | No |
| Brake Disc Cover | No |
| Carburetor Cover | No |
| Front Fender Material | Plastic |
| Rear Fender Material | Plastic |
| Top Crown | Standard |
| Stand Type | Kick |
| Lower Fairing | Standard |
| Spoiler | Standard |
| Handlebars | Standard |
| Upper Fairing | Standard |
| License Plate | Standard |
| Instrumentation: | |
| Digital Instrumentation | Standard |
| Clock | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard |
| Trip Odometer | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard |
| Lap Timer | Standard |
| Shift Light Type | Adjustable |
| Speedometer | Standard |
| Temperature Warning Type | Gauge |
| Fuel Level Warning Type | Light |
| Pricing: | |
| Warranty (Condition) | Limited |
| Zero Price Schema | 0 |
| Identification: | |
| Generic Type (Primary) | Sport |
| Manufacturer Country | Japan |
| Introduction Year | 2006 |
| Manufacturer Recommend Minimum Age | 16 |
| MIC Model Segment | ON-HWY Sport Bike 501-750cc |
| Mounts: | |
| Tool Bag Mount | Standard |
| Windshield Mounts | Standard |
| Paint & Finish: | |
| Metallic | No |
| Glass: | |
| Rearview Mirrors | Standard |
| Windshield Lowers | No |
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tinted | No |
| Height | Low |
| Storage: | |
| Underseat Storage | Standard |
| Lockable Storage | Standard |
| Helmet Locks | Standard |
| Lights: | |
| Headlight Mounts | Standard |
| Halogen Headlight (s) | Standard |
| Convenience: | |
| Adjustable Levers | Standard |
| Handlebar Lock | Standard |
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