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2011Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS

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The 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS is a sport touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking a balance of performance and comfort on long-distance journeys. Powered by a 1352cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine producing strong mid-range torque, it delivers responsive acceleration and stable handling. The bike is best known for its exceptional versatility, combining sporty performance with practical features like ABS and shaft drive for touring reliability.

Capacity
1352.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
306.2 kg
Seat height
815 mm
Power
155.0 HP (114.0 kW)

What’s new for the 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS

vs the 2010
Spec20102011
Wet weight 308.0 kg (679.0 pounds) 312.1 kg (688.1 pounds)
Front brakes Double disc. ABS Double disc
Rear brakes Single disc. ABS Single disc
Other years 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 81Agility 53Comfort 88Off-road 10Touring 93Road manners 85
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering68%
City riding55%
Daily riding75%
Touring95%
Two-up90%
Track45%
Best for
Built for high-speed, long-distance sport touring where a rider wants strong power in reserve, weather protection, and shaft-drive low maintenance.
Built for
A powerful, refined inline-four sport tourer that blends sportbike-grade acceleration with shaft-drive comfort and long-haul practicality.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for new riders, off-road enthusiasts, or anyone prioritizing lightweight city agility.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
1352.0 ccm
Power
155.0 HP (114.0 kW)
EPA Certificate No.
BKAXC1.35AAD-010
EPA CO Emissions
3.1 CO g/km
Torque
138.3 Nm (14.1 kgf-m) @ 6200 RPM
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.5062 HP/kg
Bore x stroke
84.0 x 61.0 mm
Compression
10.7:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
TCBI with Digital Advance
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Shaft
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1519 mm
Overall length
2230 mm
Overall width
1001 mm
Overall height
1290 mm
Seat height
815 mm
Dry weight
306.2 kg
Wet weight
312.1 kg
Fuel capacity
22.00 litres
Ground clearance
124 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Aluminum perimeter
Front suspension
43mm inverted, telescopic fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload / 4.4 in.
Rear suspension
Tetra-Lever with stepless rebound damping adjustment and remote spring preload adjuster / 5.4 in.
Rake (fork angle)
26.1°
Trail
112 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc
Front brakes diameter
310 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
270 mm
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
190/50-ZR17
Other
Color options
Atomic Silver/Flat Super Black, Ebony/Flat Super Black
Warranty
36
Fuel Tank Material
M

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20082011201420172020
Capacity 1352 cc 1352 cc 1352 cc 1352 cc 1352 cc
Dry weight 275 kg 306 kg 306 kg 306 kg 306 kg
Seat height 815 mm 815 mm 815 mm 815 mm 815 mm
Fuel capacity 22 L 22 L 22 L 22 L 22 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

Safety Recalls

⚠ 4 open recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERSFeb 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, GASOLINEAug 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, HYDRAULICJul 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 SYSTEMMar 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 →

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS?

The 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Capacity of 1352.0 ccm (82.50 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS have?

The 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Power of 155.0 HP (114.0 kW).

How many gears does the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS have?

The 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS?

The 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Torque of 138.3 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 102.0 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM.

How much does the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS weigh?

The 2011 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Dry weight of 306.2 kg (675.1 pounds).

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