The deck is flatter and 35 mm lower at the rider’s feet, offering more leg room for increased comfort.

Kawasaki Smart Reverse with Deceleration electrically deploys the reverse bucket.  Activated with a thumb switch on the right handle, it enables thrust to be controlled with one hand.  When deployed, the reverse bucket contributes to deceleration.

Large, easy-to-read 7” full-colour TFT instrumentation offers multiple display modes, jog-dial control, Bluetooth connectivity, and even infotainment features.

Riders can select from Full, Middle and Low Power Operation, as well as Smart Learning Operation (SLO)-Mode.

Completely rethought storage system offers a total storage capacity of 168.5 litres.  The 124-litre sealed front compartment is complemented by the new 40-litre Easy-Access Storage (behind the handle, accessible from either the left or the right), a 1.7-litre waterproof compartment (inside the Easy-Access Storage), and 2.8-litre Easy-Access Rear Pocket (aft of the rear seat).

Two-piece, three-person seat features a redesigned front portion that is 80 mm slimmer at the knees, greatly facilitating stand-up riding.

When accelerating with the system engaged, the trim is automatically optimised.  Two modes allow either single or repeated launches. 

Built-in cleats provide convenient cinch points when mooring at a dock. Their clever design helps redirect water overboard.

Utrustad med kompressor och intercooler levererar den vätskekylda 1,498 cc 4-cylndringa motorn ordentligt betydligt mer kraft än en "vanlig" motor i samma storlek.

Som sina föregångare, så tillåter V-skrovet mycket lutning och motorcykelliknande svängprestanda.