New 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 launched in India for Rs. 9.98 lakh

India Kawasaki Motors Pvt. Ltd. has launched the third iteration of the Ninja 1000 in India for an ex-showroom price of Rs. 9.98 lakh. This new model is more affordable when compared to the previous version as it comes to India in a semi-knocked down state and is assembled at the company's new facility in Chakan, Pune. The new Ninja 1000 boasts of increased touring performance, improved wind protection, greater control and a clean mount pannier system.

The Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is powered by the same 1043cc, 4 cylinder engine which is found on the outgoing model. Kawasaki is offering revised ECU settings  on the new Ninja 1000 which ensure smoother power delivery, more control and rider comfort. The bike conforms to Euro IV emission norms and additionally gets ABS, Traction Control and Wheelie Control.

The new 2017 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 comes with a sharper front cowl, new LED headlamps, wider two piece fairings, manageable power delivery and many accessories. The bike also gets a new instrumentation setup which features a large analogue tachometer. Kawasaki has also announced the drop in price of their Z900 model which is now available for Rs. 7.68 lakh (ex-showroom India).