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We review Kawasaki’s updated sport-touring machine, the 2020 Ninja 1000SX.
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If you can recall the 2019 model, the updated Ninja 1000SX eliminates a muffler to become a single-sided system, saving 4.4 pounds and cleaning up its looks.
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Aesthetically the Ninja 1000SX is more aggressive than last year’s model with its supersport-inspired three-piece fairing, while also receiving new LED lighting.
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An all-new 4.3-inch full-color TFT display is perched behind the handlebars, offering easily identifiable vital riding information.
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The Ninja 1000SX is brought to a quick halt by dual four-piston brake calipers clamping to 300mm discs. The Kawasaki Intelligent antilock Brake System (KIBS) comes standard.
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Kawasaki’s 28-liter hard saddlebag set is sold as an accessory for $899.95. Each has enough capacity to fit select full-face helmets.
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The Ninja 1000SX’s Horizontal Back-link shock comes equipped with a remote preload adjuster for fine-tuning.
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Powered by an updated 1,043cc inline-four powerplant, this Ninja averages low 30 mpg. Mate that with a 5.0-gallon fuel tank, and expect roughly 150 miles to a fill.
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