2008 Kawasaki Concours™ 14 ABS

2008 Kawasaki Concours™ 14 ABS pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Year
2008
Parent Company
Kawasaki
Generic Type (Primary)
Sport-Touring
Make
Kawasaki
Display Name
Concours™ 14 ABS
Manufacturer Country
Japan
Introduction Year
2008
Price
Standard
MSRP
$13,799
Warranty (Months/Condition)
36 / Unlimited
Engine
Standard
Engine Type
Horizontal In-line
Cylinders
4
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Torque RPM
6200
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
16
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion
Standard
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Torque (Nm)
139
Bore (mm/in)
84 / 3.31
Stroke (in/mm)
2.4 / 61
Displacement (cc/ci)
1352 / 82.5
Fuel Injector Size (mm)
40
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
6
Overdrive
Yes
Reverse
No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Shaft
Dimensions
Standard
Weight
Standard
Capacities
Standard
Performance
Standard
Length (in/mm)
89.4 / 2270.8
Width (in/mm)
39.4 / 1000.8
Height (in/mm)
55.3 / 1404.6
Wheelbase (in/mm)
59.8 / 1518.9
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
615 / 279
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
5.8 / 22
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
2.2
Construction
Standard
Frame
Aluminum
Foot Pegs
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
No
Hand Grips
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Exterior Guards
Standard
Belt Guard
No
Brush Guard
No
Chain Guard
No
Drive Shaft Guard
Yes
Fork Guards
Yes
Hand Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Exterior Covers
Standard
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Upper Fairing
Standard
Lower Fairing
Standard
Spoiler
Standard
Steering Control
Handlebar
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Suspension Material
Aluminum
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
1
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)
4.4 / 111.8
Rear Travel (in/mm)
5.4 / 137.2
Wheels
Standard
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Tires
Standard
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
Z
Front Wheel Diameter
17
Rear Tire Width
190
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
50
Rear Tire Speed Rating
Z
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
190/50 ZR17
Brakes
Standard
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Anti-Lock Brakes
Standard
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
12.2 / 310
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
10.6 / 270
Seat Type
One-Piece
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Seat Material
Vinyl
Adjustable
No
Folding
No
Seat Specifications
Standard
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Seat Height (in/mm)
32.1 / 815.3
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Trip Computer
Standard
Fuel Level Warning
Standard
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Temperature Warning
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Hard Side Cases
Standard
Location
Left and Right Side
Side Case Material
Vinyl
Number Of Side Cases
2
Side Storage Mount
Standard
Underseat Storage
Standard
Glove Box / Dash Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Rear Rack
Standard
Bag Liners
Optional
Storage Cover
Optional
Type
Halogen
Headlight (s)
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Rearview Mirrors
Standard
Windshield
Standard
Tinted
Yes
Height
Mid
Height Adjustable
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Power Outlet
Standard
Side Case Mount
Standard
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Paint
Standard
User Reviews
4 reviews
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    I bought my new 2008 C14 in April 2009. When I had 400 miles on it the right Bag fell off and skidded down the road. About a week later I got a recall card from Kawasaki saying the latches were defective. Imagine that. I had the latches replaced on the recall but I felt that Kawasaki should replace ...

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    I bought this bike in August of 08.

    This bike is absolutly awesome in every way.

    Fast & smooth as silk.

    I have installed a host of after market acc. The best 1 is the Audiovox c-100 cruise control.

    It helps me stay @ close to the legal speed limit.

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    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 03, 2008

    I bought my connie 14, because of knee surgery. I was wanting to ride while I rehab'ed my knee replacement. It's a blast! Very sporty yet comfortable on long trips. I love my Ducati but, this bike screams, too.

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    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 04, 2008

    I purchased my Concours 14 in July of 2007 and I was one of the first ones in my area of So. Calif. to own one.I am very pleased with the bike and have never regretted it.The performance is exhilarating and the comfort is top notch.I've added on a few accessories-like most other bikers-a Kaw. taller ...

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