Sport Tourers
2017Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS
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The 2017 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS is a premium sport touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort combined with spirited performance. Its 155-horsepower inline-four engine with variable valve timing delivers smooth power across the rev range, while the comprehensive ABS system and capable chassis make it ideal for varied road conditions. Known for its blend of touring practicality and sports bike agility, this machine excels at covering ground quickly without sacrificing rider comfort.
- 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) @ 8800 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. | Double disc. Optional ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. | Single disc. Optional 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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1352.0 ccm
- Power
- 155.0 HP (114.0 kW) @ 8800 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 142 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- HKAXC1.35AAE-007
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.05 L/100km (38.9 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 1.0 CO g/km
- Torque
- 136.0 Nm (13.9 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
- 313.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 124 mm
- Carrying capacity
- Hard saddle bags.
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Monocoque Aluminum
- 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)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 112 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Optional ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Candy Imperial Blue
- Warranty
- 36
- Comments
- Windscreen
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2014 | 2017 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS?
The 2017 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 2017 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Power of 155.0 HP (114.0 kW) @ 8800 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS have?
The 2017 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS?
The 2017 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Torque of 136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS weigh?
The 2017 Kawasaki Concours 14 ABS has a Dry weight of 306.2 kg (675.1 pounds).
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