The 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 7 Hybrid ABS is a groundbreaking "strong hybrid" motorcycle that combines a 451cc gasoline engine with a 48V electric motor, making it the world's first mass-produced hybrid motorcycle. It offers versatile performance, including an "e-boost" function for instant acceleration comparable to a 1,000cc supersport from a standstill, and an EV mode for low-speed, zero-emission riding.

Key Features and Specifications

The Ninja 7 Hybrid uses a liquid-cooled 451cc parallel-twin engine and a liquid-cooled electric motor, all housed within a high-tensile steel trellis frame. The hybrid system is managed by Kawasaki's proprietary software and uses a 6-speed automated manual transmission with button shifters instead of a traditional clutch and shift lever.

Engine & Motor: 451cc 4-stroke, parallel-twin engine combined with a 48V lithium-ion battery-powered synchronous electric motor.

Combined Output (with e-boost): Up to 68.5 hp and 44.6 lb-ft of torque.

Transmission: 6-speed automated manual transmission (AMT) with a full automatic mode or manual shifting via buttons on the left handlebar.

Braking: Dual 300mm front disc brakes and a single 220mm rear disc brake, both with ABS.

Curb Weight: Approximately 500-503 lbs.

Fuel Economy: Claimed to be on par with a smaller displacement (250cc-class) motorcycle. Engine Type: 4-stroke, Parallel Twin, DOHC, liquid-cooled Displacement: 451cc Bore and Stroke: 70.0 x 58.6mm Compression Ratio: 11.7:1 Fuel System: EFI with dual 36mm throttle bodies Ignition: TCBI Transmission: 6-speed Automated Manual Final Drive: Chain Rear Suspension: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® with single gas-charged shock, adjustable spring preload/4.5 in. Front Brakes: Dual 300mm discs with 2-piston calipers and ABS Rear Brakes: Single 220mm disc with single-piston caliper and ABS Front Tire: 120/70-17 Rear Tire: 160/60-17 Wheelbase: 60.4 in. Seat Height: 31.3 in. Fuel Capacity: 3.7 gal. Dry Weight: 502.7 lb.* (incl. battery) Colors: Metallic Bright Silver/Metallic Matte Lime Green/Ebony