Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS - 2009 Specifications and Reviews

The 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS is a sport touring machine designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort combined with spirited performance. Powered by a 1352cc inline-four engine producing robust midrange torque, it excels at highway cruising while delivering engaging handling. Best known for its practical sport touring capabilities, ABS safety features, and shaft drive reliability, the Concours 14 suits touring enthusiasts wanting genuine sportiness.

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General information

CategorySport touring
Year2009
ModelKawasaki Concours 14 ABS
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
IgnitionTCBI with Digital Advance
Fuel controlDOHC
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x stroke84.0 x 61.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Compression10.7:1
Torque136.00 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 6200
Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter270 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS
Front brakes diameter310 mm (12.2 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS
Rear tyre dimensions190/50-ZR17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-ZR17
Rear suspensionTetra-Lever with stepless rebound damping adjustment and remote spring preload adjuster / 5.4 in.
Front suspension43mm inverted, telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload / 4.4 in.
Trail112 mm (4.4 inches)
Rake (fork angle)26.1°
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity21.95 litres (5.80 gallons)
Wheelbase1,519 mm (59.8 inches)
Overall length2,271 mm (89.4 inches)
Seat height815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight306.2 kg (675.0 pounds)

Other specs

Color optionsMetallic Diablo Black/Flat Super Black, Candy Diamond Red/Flat Super Black
StarterElectric

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Feet:

At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2009 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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⚠ Safety Recalls (4)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS Feb 2015 · 15V117000

Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (Kawasaki) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 and 14ABS motorcycles manufactured May 8, 2008, to February 20, 2013, and modified for police authority use. The additional police accessories may cause the 30-amp main fuse to blow. Also, the additional police wiring harness may chafe leading to a short, which may blow the main fuse.

Risk: If the fuse blows, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Kawasaki has notified the affected police departments and will send trained personnel to repair the motorcycles, free of charge. The recall began April 13, 2015. Owners may contact Kawasaki customer service at 1-866-802-9381. Kawasaki 's number for this recall is MC15-02. Note: This recall is an expansion of recalls 12V-134, 13V-370 and 13V-387.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Aug 2013 · 13V387000

Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Concours 14 police motorcycles. The improper installation of additional police accessories may cause multiple safety issues such as fuel leaks, reduction of braking ability and loss of electrical power to the engine, resulting in a stall.

Risk: These issues increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Kawasaki has notified that affected police departments and will send trained factory personnel to the departments to repair the motorcycles. The recall began on August 21, 2013. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381. This campaign is being conducted independent of recalls 12V134 and 13V370 for blown fuses on authority bikes.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Jul 2012 · 12V343000

Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Concours 14 (ZG1400 A/B/C/D) motorcycles. Due to a gap between the brake pedal and guard, small stone or debris can become trapped, creating a brake drag. This can cause the rear brake to overheat, leading to rear brake damage and lock-up or failure of the rear brakes. The front brakes may also be affected on ZG1400C models.

Risk: If the brakes lock up or fail, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy: Kawasaki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear master cylinder rod end and remove the brake guard (if installed), free of charge. The safety recall began on July 37, 2012. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Mar 2012 · 12V134000

KAWASAKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 CONCOURS 14 POLICE MOTORCYCLES. THE ADDITIONAL POLICE ACCESSORIES MAY CAUSE THE 30-AMP MAIN FUSE TO BLOW. ALSO, THE ADDITIONAL POLICE WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE LEADING TO A SHORT, WHICH MAY BLOW THE MAIN FUSE.

Risk: IF THE FUSE BLOWS, THE ENGINE MAY STALL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: KAWASAKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS TO MITIGATE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 5, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI AT 1-866-802-9381.

Source: NHTSA. View all Kawasaki recalls →