Kawasaki’s hybrid sportbike nameplate arrived for the 2024 model year as an all-new entry in the Ninja family, marking the company’s first production motorcycle to combine a gasoline engine with an electric traction motor in this class. It was unveiled in early 2023 and positioned as a groundbreaking “strong hybrid” sportbike rather than a conventional middleweight twin, using an automated manual transmission and selectable riding modes to blend electric-only operation with combined gas-electric performance. The model introduced a new direction for Kawasaki’s street lineup, pairing the familiar Ninja sportbike identity with electrification technology and everyday usability. As of the latest official lineup information, it remains in production.
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