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as such . Kawasaki says this low-speed shortdistance mode may also be helpful for certain situations where quiet riding is appropriate , such as in residential areas or in parking garages . As part of the bike ’ s fuel conservation focus , in ECO-HYBRID mode when the bike comes to a complete stop , the engine turns off to conserve fuel . The rest of the Ninja 7 Hybrid is pretty conventional for the class . Instrumentation comes in the form of a 4.3-in TFT with integrated Bluetooth functionality and rider modes . When it comes to the suspension and brakes , a 41mm fork and monoshock handle damping duties while a pair of 300mm discs and twin-piston calipers pull on the 17-inch front wheel and a 250mm disc and singlepiston handle the rear . Currently , we have yet to receive word on whether Kawasaki will introduce the Ninja 7 Hybrid to the New Zealand market .

2024 HUSQVARNA NORDEN 901 UPDATES

Two years after its introduction , Husqvarna has announced updates to the Norden 901 for 2024 , with the bike gaining even more electronic features to help riders explore , along with some distinctive new graphics to further set the bike apart from the ADV crowd . For 2024 , the Norden 901 retains the same proven , LC8c 889cc parallel twin engine and WP APEX suspension , but now the bike meets Euro5 + emissions standards thanks to a new exhaust system . It also offers more features through refinements Husqvarna has made to the already appealing Norden recipe . The lean-angle sensitive Cornering Motorcycle Traction Control ( MTC ) now offers ten different levels of rear wheel slip , which can be selected when the optional Explorer Mode is engaged . Rounding out the new features found on the Norden 901 2024 are a new USB port on the dash and Hazard Warning lights which can be quickly switched on in the event of an emergency . The 2024 Norden 901 is expected to arrive in New Zealand Husqvarna dealerships from February 2024 .

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