2022 Kawasaki Z900 SE Integrated Riding Modes Owners Manual

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2022 Kawasaki Z900 SE Integrated Riding Modes

Integrated Riding Modes

This motorcycle can change its performance characteristics with the press of a button only. This system has three different modes and they integrally control the engine.

SPORT:

ROAD:

RAIN:

How to Switch Integrated Riding Modes
Push and hold the upper or lower button to switch the mode.

Flow when pushing and holding the upper button
Flow when pushing and holding the lower button
The modes cannot be switched on following situations:
When the throttle grip is open.

RIDER Mode
In addition to three different riding modes, the RIDER mode that can be set to your preference. Two system parameters are adjustable manually: Power modes and KTRC.

How to Switch to RIDER Mode
Push and hold the lower button when the riding mode is RAIN.

Flow when pushing and holding the upper button
Flow when pushing and holding the lower button
The modes cannot be switched on following situations:
When the throttle grip is open.

NOTE

When switching the mode to RIDER, the RIDER mode parameters appear as shown. To return the screen to the ordinary display, push the “SEL” button until the screen is shifted.
To display the RIDER mode parameters, push the “SEL” button.
Flow when pushing and holding the “SEL” button
Flow when pushing the “SEL” button

RIDER Mode Parameters
By combining the power mode and KTRC, some combination settings are available to suit your preference.

The combination of each mode should be decided according to riding skill and road conditions. Set the combination by referring to the following table.

Examples of mode combinations

How to Change Parameters

A. Move selected item
B. Choose the mode
C. Choose the mode

Display the RIDER mode parameters.
Push the “SEL” button to shift to the parameter to be changed.
The parameter cannot be shifted on the following situations:
When the throttle grip is open.
Flow when pushing the “SEL” button
Blink the mode of “POWER” using the “SEL” button.
Choose the mode using the upper or lower button.

NOTE

Operate the throttle carefully while KTRC is off because rear wheelspin cannot be controlled.
When KTRC is off, KTRC OFF indicator appears on the display screen.

A. KTRC OFF Indicator

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.

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 Indicator

A. KTRC Indicator (Yellow)

The KTRC indicator blinks while the system intervenes.

KTRC Modes
KTRC determines the traction control characteristics with three mode selections. KTRC can also be set to OFF.

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

Mode 2:
KTRC intervention is moderate, about halfway between mode 1 and 3.

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

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