2022 Kawasaki NINJA ZX-14R Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC) Owners Manual

2022 Kawasaki NINJA ZX-14R Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC)

Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC)

KTRC is an intelligent system that calculates the slip level of the rear wheel (wheelspin) during acceleration and controls the optimum slip ratio to suit the riding conditions. KTRC can contribute to a stable ride not only for sports riding but also when riding on a rough or slippery road surface. KTRC is designed for use on public roads. KTRC cannot respond to every condition. Acceleration may be delayed under certain conditions.

WARNING
KTRC cannot protect the rider from all possible hazards and is not a substitute for safe riding practices. Be aware of how the KTRC system operates and its limitations. It is the rider’s responsibility to ride at appropriate speeds and manner for weather, road surface and traffic conditions. If a wheelie occurs due to excessive acceleration, KTRC will control the engine output to make the front wheel contact the road surface. In this case, slightly release the throttle grip so that the front wheel stays in contact with the road surface.

WARNING
Use of non-recommended tires could cause a malfunction or improper operation of KTRC. Always use recommended standard tires for this motorcycle. KTRC determines the traction control characteristics with three mode selections. KTRC can also be set to OFF. KTRC and the Power mode can be set separately. By combining each setting, the rider can get various riding feelings. For further details on the combined use of the KTRC and the Power mode, refer to KTRC and Power Mode Combination section.

Mode I:
KTRC least intervenes among the three modes. This mode gives maximum acceleration for sport riding.

Mode 2:
KTRC intervention is at the intermediate level between mode I and mode 3.

Mode 3:
KTRC intervenes early enough to prevent the rear wheel from spinning whenever possible. This mode is used in low grip situations.

KTRC mode setting

• Close the throttle grip completely.
• Push the “SEL” button to select the
• KTRC mode indicator. When the KTRC mode indicator is selected, it blink

A. Upper Button
B. “SEL” Button
C. Lower Button

Push the upper or lower button to select the KTRC mode. The KTRC OFF can be selected only when the motorcycle is at a stop.

Upper Button:
Mode 3 Mode 2 -+ Mode 1 OFF

Lower Button:
OFF Mode 1 Mode 2 Mode 3

NOTE

• When changing the mode, stop the motorcycle.
• When 30 seconds have passed or the throttle is opened after the KTRC mode indicator starts blinking, it stops blinking and the selected mode is fixed.
• The mode can be changed only when the throttle grip is closed completely.
• The display/mode is switched when the button is released. When the button is held for more than two seconds, the switching function does not work.
• Operate the throttle carefully while the KTRC is OFF because the wheelspin of the rear wheel cannot be controlled.
• Check the KTRC mode indicator to make sure that the mode has been changed. When the traction control is activated rear wheel starts to break traction, the segment(s) of the KTRC level indicator goes on.

A. KTRC Mode Indicator
B. KTRC Level Indicator
C. KTRC Warning Indicator (Yellow)

For more detailed information about the KTRC warning indicator, the KTRC mode indicator and the KTRC level in- dicator, see Indicators section in the GENERAL INFORMATION chapter.

NOTE

• ln the KTRC mode 1-3, the selected mode is maintained even when the ignition switch is turned to “OFF” position, or the battery is discharged or removed.
• ln the KTRC OFF, the mode is automatically switched to 1, whenever the ignition switch is turned to “OFF” position. Also, the mode is automatically switched to 1, when the ignition switch is turned to “ON” position after the battery is discharged or removed.