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Kawasaki updates its ZX-10R and ZX-10RR superbikes for 2026 with a new aero package featuring large winglets for increased downforce, Euro5+ compliant engine tweaks, and enhanced electronics including cruise control and navigation, with availability expected in spring 2026.
The article highlights five iconic Kawasaki motorcycles featured in movies, including Johnny Tran's KLR650 in 'The Fast and the Furious', Goose's Z1000 in 'Mad Max', Maverick's Ninja H2 in 'Top Gun Maverick', The Bride's ZZR 250 in 'Kill Bill', and the GPZ900R Ninja in 'Top Gun', showcasing their impact and recognition in film.
Kawasaki manufactures its lawn mower engines in the USA, specifically at its Maryville, Missouri plant. These engines are well-regarded for their power and performance, often featured in high-end mowers from brands like Toro and Cub Cadet. Despite their higher cost, consumer reviews generally praise the quality and reliability of Kawasaki-powered lawn mowers.
Former WWE star Steve 'Stone Cold' Austin appeared unrecognizable with a mullet in the first-ever Kawasaki Super Bowl ad, promoting the company's new side-by-side vehicle. The commercial, which garnered millions of views on social media, featured Austin chopping a rock and transforming into a mullet-sporting character as the vehicle zoomed past. Known for his wrestling career and subsequent acting roles, Austin's unexpected appearance in the ad has garnered praise and attention from fans worldwide.
WWE legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin appeared in a Super Bowl ad for Kawasaki, sporting a mullet to promote their Ridge side-by-side truck, while new WWE star Jade Cargill featured in a Mountain Dew ad with actress Aubrey Plaza. The WWE also released a teaser trailer for WrestleMania during the Super Bowl, which was won by the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Tinker Toy, a custom motorcycle with a 4.2-liter 48-cylinder engine made from 16 Kawasaki motorcycles, is set to be auctioned at Bonhams’ “The Spring Stafford Sale – The International Classic MotorCycle Show” in the UK. Built by Kawasaki fan Simon Whitelock, the motorcycle is expected to sell for $51,000 to $76,000. Whitelock has a history of creating unique motorcycles, including a "triple-triple" 9-cylinder Kawasaki and a "triple-seven" 7-cylinder motorcycle. The Tinker Toy, which took around five years to build, is not built for speed but to win a Guinness World Record. Weighing 1,300 pounds, the motorcycle features custom fabrication work and a spare engine to start the massive 48-cylinder beast.
Kawasaki has unveiled the 2024 Ninja 40th Anniversary Edition motorcycles to celebrate the iconic Ninja brand's 40-year run in the industry. The special edition models feature a retro-inspired design, including a three-color livery, original logos, and throwback elements reminiscent of the Ninja ZX-7 series. The lineup includes the Ninja ZX-4RR ABS, Ninja ZX-6R ABS, Ninja ZX-10R ABS, and Ninja ZX-14R ABS, each offering high-performance features and advanced electronics. The motorcycles will be available in a lime green, pearl crystal white, and blue color scheme, with prices ranging from $10,299 to $19,149.
Kawasaki has fulfilled its promise of introducing electric motorcycles with the announcement of the 2024 Kawasaki Ninja e-1 and 2024 Kawasaki Z e-1. These electric city motorcycles have removable batteries, a range of 41 miles, and can be charged in three different ways. Kawasaki also plans to release a hybrid electric vehicle and a hydrogen motorcycle in the future. However, the current electric models have limitations such as a low range and slow charging speed, and they are priced similarly to more capable electric motorcycles on the market.