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Kawasaki made a splash last year when it debuted the supercharged Ninja H2 and H2R and this year announces its intent to continue development of the supercharged platform. At the Tokyo Motor Show Kawasaki revealed it will offer both versions of the H2 Ninja in limited production through 2016, adding a new color and finish option, a slip assist clutch and ECU updates. It also debuted a sketch of a concept which could mark the future of the line.
President of Kawasaki’s Motorcycle and Engineering Company, Kenji Tomida, spoke of the company’s plan to develop a “Balanced Supercharged Engine” which would improve fuel economy. Specifically, electronically controlled flaps at the supercharger entrance would be utilized to manage the volume of intake air and manage the airflow direction.
To highlight the technological changes ahead, Mr. Tomida revealed the Concept SC 01, the “Spirit Charger.” This machine carries much less aggressive lines and would make use of “softer” and “more luxurious materials” than the Ninja H2. The company describes the “Spirit Charger” as “a machine suitable for all day, long distance enjoyment and comfort.”
The long-term philosophy behind the concept and engine updates is dubbed the “Rideology strategy” which Mr. Tomida summed up as such in a company press release:
“Firstly the need for machines to possess power and grace, secondly Kawasaki motorcycles should continue to be fun and rewarding to ride and, thirdly, the ongoing reliance on the skills within the entire Kawasaki Group harnessing cutting edge technology to enrich the lives of people worldwide.”
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