Sport Tourers
2013Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS
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The 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS is a premium sport touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort combined with spirited performance. Its 1352cc inline-four engine delivers impressive torque and refined power delivery, while advanced features like ABS braking and variable valve timing enhance safety and efficiency. Best known for balancing aggressive styling with practical touring capabilities, it excels at covering substantial miles with confidence and control.
- 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 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS
vs the 2012| Spec | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Petal discs with four-piston calipers with ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Petal disc with ABS |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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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- Capacity
- 1352.0 ccm
- Power
- 155.0 HP (114.0 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 142 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- DKAXC1.35AAD-004
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.05 L/100km (38.9 US mpg)
- 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 (dry)
- 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. Petal discs with four-piston calipers with ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc with ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Spark Black, Metallic Nocturne Blue
- Warranty
- 36
- Comments
- Windscreen
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2008 | 2011 | 2013 | 2014 | 2017 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc |
| Dry weight | 275 kg | 306 kg | 306 kg | 306 kg | 306 kg | 306 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 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
⚠ 3 recalls may applyELECTRICAL 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMAug 2013 · 13V370000
Kawasaki is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 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 dealers will correct the electrical system problems, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2013. Owners may contact Kawasaki at 1-866-802-9381. This campaign is an expansion of recall 12V-134.
These recalls cover some 2013 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all Kawasaki recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS?
The 2013 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 2013 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 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS?
The 2013 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 2013 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Dry weight of 306.2 kg (675.1 pounds).
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