Accelerating in Red: KAWASAKI ZX-14R Custom

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Here is a "KAWASAKI ZX-14R" custom by Webike community user "Ganbo". Determined to ride a ZX-14R—but one that wasn't green—he went to a shop to see what was available. He immediately made up his mind when he saw the 30th anniversary model, featuring a GPZ900R-inspired color scheme to celebrate the Ninja's debut. Describing his riding experience, he says, “Once I get onto the highway, I twist the throttle lightly, and the acceleration is so intense that it feels like my brain is being left behind.”

While many around him chose a BEET exhaust, he opted for the NOJIMA DLC Titanium Full Exhaust. The weight was drastically reduced from the stock 18.4kg to just 9.6kg, and the torque improvement during acceleration was immediately noticeable. Additionally, the deep black titanium gives the bike a premium feel, and he loves the pleasant, low-end rumble of the sound.

For the radiator core guard, a must-have upgrade when purchasing a water-cooled bike, he chose NOJIMA again. Made of high-quality, weather-resistant SUS304 stainless steel, it offers excellent durability and adds a touch of style to the bike.

To find the perfect riding position, he installed a HURRICANE Handlebar Kit, raising the position by 90mm and moving it 25mm closer to the rider compared to stock, which helped ease the strain on his neck. He replaced the bulky stock rear fender with an ACTIVE Fender Eliminator Kit, achieving a cleaner, more stylish line. For extra protection against dirt, he also installed an A-TECH Rear Fender.

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Specifications

Part	Details
Exhaust	NOJIMA DLC Titanium Full Exhaust System Realize Universal Silencer
Brake	brembo 17RCS Radial Brake Master Cylinder AC Performance Line Bolt-on Front Brake Hose Kit AC Performance Line Bolt-on Rear Brake Hose Kit ACTIVE Banjo Bolt Single PLOT Oil Tank Bracket Brake with S50 Tank TYGON Exclusive Hose for Brake & Clutch Fluid KOHKEN Dial Cuff for RCS Master Cylinder KOHKEN CNC Bleed Cap, Anodized
Handles	BEET Exclusive Spacer Set HURRICANE Handlebar Kit TRICK STAR Autobahn Mirror (Wide-Angle View) KOHKEN Aero Lever for Brembo Radial Master Cylinder
Frame	AGRAS Racing Sliders X-GLASS Resin & Aluminum Machined Stand Hook with M10, M8, and M6 Bolts Included
Bodyworks	ACTIVE Fender Eliminator Kit MRA Windshield Spoiler A-TECH Rear Fender SPL KAWASAKI Single Seat Kit CF POSH M8 Cap Bolt 24K
Electrical	ODAX EL Meter Panel KIJIMA Grip Wrap-Around Replacement Type Grip Heater GH10, Built-In Switch on Clutch Side, 130mm Grip Length NOVSIGHT LED Headlight, H8 / H9 / H11 / H16 SEALIGHT T10 LED with 3030 LED Chips, 12V 2W
Drive Parts	RK BL Black Scale Series Chain BL530X-XW XAM PREMIUM Series Rear Sprocket, A6407X42 XAM Front Sprocket STM Wheel Bearing, HPW-018 POSH Flange Lock Nut
Engine	NGK Iridium Plug, CR9EIA-9 6289 brembo 17RCS Radial Clutch Master Cylinder PLOT Oil Tank Bracket Clutch with S15B Tank AC Performance Line Bike-Specific Bolt-On Clutch Kit KOHKEN Mechanical Switch Kit for Brembo Radial Master Cylinder TAIWAN YUASA Sealed Maintenance-Free Battery (MF) YTX14-BS
Radiator	NOJIMA Radiator Core Guard
Suspension	OHLINS Rear Suspension Scuderia Okumura ME Titanium-Coated Tuning
Rearsets	K-FACTORY Riding Steps
Wheels	PEO ZERO POINT SHAFT (Axle Shaft)
Accessories	KIJIMA Handlebar Mount Bracket Mitsuba Sankowa Motorcycle Drive Recorder EDR-21 Α Series SP CONNECT [Optional Accessory] Anti-Vibration Module