2014 Kawasaki Ultra Lx Top Speed

2014 Kawasaki Ultra Lx Top Speed

by , on April 29, 2014, 15:43

Sleek, agile and technologically advanced, the Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra LX is ready to offer a relaxing and joyful experience every time you jump in its saddle.

The Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra LX shares a lot of common features with the sporty 310 model, so it has all it needs to offer first class performances in terms of speed and handling. Moreover, the jet ski also features a fiberglass-reinforced hull which helps it move with agility through the water.

It is propelled by a large displacement 1498 cc, four-stroke, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, four-cylinder inline engine which is fueled by a 20.6 Gallons fuel tank. In terms of power, the engine can generate up to 160 hp.

The Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra LX is offered with a starting price of $11,119.

Hit the jump for more information on the Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra LX.

Overview

Luxury, Performance and Efficiency

The Jet Ski® Ultra® LX personal watercraft hits all the right marks when it comes to offering performance and value. It's an all-around, go-everywhere watercraft that matches fun and excitement with convenience and practicality. Because it shares many parts with its racier 310 series siblings, the Ultra LX delivers excellent performance for enthusiasts with tremendous comfort and cavernous storage capacity. It's very much an Ultra!

The comparison to Kawasaki's ultimate luxury personal watercraft is an apt one, as the Ultra LX incorporates many of the advanced features and technologies from the supercharged Ultra 310 family. The Ultra LX's advanced hull is a fiberglass-reinforced design that creates serious maneuverability thanks to its 22.5-degree deep-V shape, which allows high bank angles and motorcycle-like turning performance – something for which Kawasaki is more than qualified!

There's more Ultra 310 technology in the propulsion system. The jet pump, driveshaft and nozzle share their basic design with the 310 series, and the results are quite predictable. This advanced system converts the Ultra LX's horsepower into immediate yet controllable thrust via a large-diameter 155mm jet pump. Combined with a steering nozzle designed for light handling, the system delivers consistent performance, and also plenty of bite, even in rough water.

Everything Kawasaki knows about high-tech engine building goes into the Ultra LX's super-efficient powerplant. The reliable 1,498cc inline-four 4-stroke is based on the engine powering the legendary Ninja® ZX™-14R sportbike – the quickest production sportbike on the planet. It delivers stunning power – 160 horsepower and nearly 1,000 pounds of thrust – plus ultra-manageable throttle response thanks to its double overhead camshaft cylinder head design, lightweight pistons, advanced fuel injection system, efficient intake tracts and optimized exhaust. The big inline-four is also surprisingly fuel efficient, which means you'll do a lot of exploration and wave-whipping before the extra-large 20.6-gallon fuel tank runs dry.

Another reason you can disappear all day on the Ultra LX watercraft is its massive 60-gallon storage capacity, which means food, drinks, supplies and extras of all sorts can be easily stowed. On-board comfort for rider and passengers is supreme, of course. There's a soft luxury seat with support bolsters, five-position steering that allows the rider to dial in just the right amount of height while standing or sitting, and splash deflectors to help minimize spray and keep everyone dry. There's also a large, easy-to-read LCD display that serves up a multitude of key digital information including water and ambient temperature. Its easy-to-use reverse lever offers light operation.

For optimum maneuverability, the Ultra LX personal watercraft gets electronic turning help via its Kawasaki Smart Steering® (KSS®) system. KSS features an on-board microprocessor that is electronically linked to a steering sensor. When the handlebar is fully turned in either direction and the engine rpm drops from a designated rpm – as when the throttle is released at speed – the microprocessor activates the system, which raises engine rpm to provide thrust for maneuvering.

There's no end to the fun and exploration you can generate on a watercraft as performance-oriented, practical and fun as the 2014 Ultra LX. Here's what one journalist remarked after getting off an Ultra LX: "It unlocks parts of the ocean and the planet you simply couldn't get to before. And that's an amazing and wonderful thing." We couldn't agree more.

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2014 Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra LX Key Features:

• Sporty handling and excellent tracking in all water conditions
• Deep-V hull provides better grip for racing-like performance
• Industry-leading storage capacity lets you bring all the gear you need
• Largest fuel tank in class keeps the fun going longer
• Scalloped luxury seat enhances comfort during high-speed cruising
• Five-position adjustable steering adapts to a variety of riders
• Splash deflectors across the bottom of the bow minimize spray in a wide variety of conditions for greater rider concentration
• Retracting rear boarding step makes it easy to climb aboard

2014 Kawasaki Jet Ski Ultra LX Features and Benefits:

160 Horsepower 1,498cc, four-stroke engine

• Strong engine provides 160 horsepower plus excellent low- and mid-range torque
• Dual overhead cams (DOHC) are light and compact for less valve train inertial mass
• Four large valves per cylinder provide better intake and exhaust flow for optimum torque and power
• Intake and exhaust valve lift as well as timing are set to reduce exhaust emissions
• Intake tract designed for maximum performance
• Waterproof ECU and ignition coils protect the ignition system from electrical shorts
• Unique semi-dry sump oil system lowers the crankshaft in the engine, eliminates the need for scavenging pumps, and keeps the oil in the sump instead of flooding the crankcase if the craft capsizes
• Large capacity airbox lowers engine noise and improves air intake flow

**Horsepower measured in PS at the crankshaft under controlled conditions. Actual performance may vary.

Fuel injection

• Large single 60mm throttle body
• Digital fuel injection provides great throttle response, smooth engine performance and quick acceleration, as well as easy starting and excellent fuel economy
• Four-orifice, high-flow fuel injectors provide efficient combustion

155mm jet pump

• Large-diameter 155mm jet pump efficiently converts the engine's horsepower into thrust
• Developed based on feedback from Kawasaki's race machines, this pump is designed to deliver consistent output and good "bite," even when riding on rough water
• The large, sophisticated three-blade impeller unit delivers both high speed performance and quiet operation
• Eight-vane intake guide smoothes and regulates the flow of water from the impeller for efficient and powerful propulsion
• The reverse lever is on the left side for easy operation while modulating the throttle with the right hand

Composite hull

• Design incorporates feedback from Kawasaki's IJSBA championship-winning racing machines for excellent tracking and responsive handling in both calm and rough water conditions
• Delivers the neutral handling and turning characteristics that made Kawasaki Jet Ski® personal watercraft famous, yet the hull enables a high bank angle for motorcycle-like turning performance with reduced side G-loads imposed on riders during turns
• The 22.5-degree V-angle at the bottom of the Ultra® LX's hull helps prevent spinouts during sharp turns and provides a smoother ride in rough water
• Placing the battery near the center of the machine optimizes weight balance in the hull and frees space inside the engine bay to help maximize storage capacity
• Bottom of the hull slants upward steeply from the center section to the bow, allowing the Ultra LX to penetrate swells and waves with less shock. This allows the hull to push through waves rather than bounce over them at a higher pace
• Integrated sponsons extend from the hull, providing wallow-free straight-line performance and contribute significantly to the Ultra LX's excellent high-speed maneuverability while helping to retain a narrow hull design

Ride plate

• Features a groove from the center to the rear of the ride plate that enhances straight-line tracking

Quatro KSD

• The Ultra LX's Kawasaki Splash Deflector (KSD) uses three bottom-mounted ridges and an additional deflector mounted at the top to deflect water splashing forward from under the hull
• Whether turning or blasting straight ahead at high speeds or low, the Quattro KSD minimizes spray, allowing greater rider concentration

Kawasaki smart steering and smart learning operation mode

• Kawasaki Smart Steering® (KSS®) monitors steering input and engine speed and, when certain conditions are met, raises rpm to initiate a desired turn, helping new riders better enjoy the performance of this remarkable machine
• Smart Learning Operation (SLO) allows novice riders to become familiar with the handling and response of this Jet Ski watercraft at a more relaxed pace before unleashing the full performance of the Ultra LX
• Two separate keys, one for SLO mode and one for full-power operation, help prevent confusion over which setting is in use

Comfort and convenience

• Luxury touring seat incorporates specific support areas for the rider and passenger to offer increased confidence and a more relaxing experience
• Five-way adjustable handlebars allow operation while standing or sitting for a wide range of riders
• Ergonomic deck design has plenty of legroom for rider-friendly seating accommodations
• A long rear boarding step makes it easy to climb onboard, and the step retracts inside the bumper to prevent damage
• A quick and easy under-hood hose connection allows easy flushing of sea water out of the engine
• Mirrors mounted on the upper deck facilitate opening of the hatch cover

Capacious storage

• 60-gallon storage capacity is the largest in its class
• The large-capacity, fully sealed 58-gallon storage area is fitted with a detachable storage tray and has plenty of room for recreational equipment
• Glove box on the center console has a built-in drink holder with space for two drink bottles
• Compact storage area under the rear passenger seat is ideal for small items

Specifications

2014 Kawasaki Ultra Lx Top Speed

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