// Generation · 2013 — 2023

ED/FD — PERMANENT 636 & KTRC

Permanent return to 636cc in 2013 with KTRC traction control and optional ABS. Euro 4 update in 2019 with KQS quickshifter and full LED headlights.

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Buyer score / 100
11
Vintages
16
Changes
5
Overhauls
2
Updates
9
Minor
↘ Changes by category
M
ENGINE
2 changes
2013
Permanent return to 636cc — ~129hp at 13,500rpm
Major
2019
Euro 4 compliance — revised cam profiles, catalytic converter
Major
C
FRAME
1 change
2013
Showa SFF-BP fork, new aluminium subframe, Nissin radial calipers
Major
E
ELECTRONICS
2 changes
2013
KTRC — 3-level traction control standard
Major
2019
KQS (Kawasaki Quick Shifter) upshift only — assist and slipper clutch standard
Major
A
AESTHETICS
10 changes
2014
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2015
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2016
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2017
New colours including KRT green — no mechanical changes
Minor
2018
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2019
Full LED headlights standard
Medium
2020
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2021
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2022
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2023
Last year before 2024 redesign — colours unchanged
Minor
S
SAFETY
1 change
2013
KIBS ABS available as an option
Medium