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2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Photos
2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Test Details
| Category | PWC |
| Length | 10ft 3in / 3.05 m |
| Beam | 3ft 10.5in |
| Fuel Capacity | 54 L |
| Weight | 692 lb |
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2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Description
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We wrote about this machine when it made its big
debut last year. Normally we wouldn't repeat a PWC preview, but since
Kawasaki has made some amazing changes to its state-of-the-art
three-seater, we couldnt resist giving you the heads-up. If you liked
the Kawasaki 1100 STX DI in 2000, youre going to drool all over the
2001 model.
Of course, the new colour scheme is what will nail you first. The red and silver racing colours have been traded in for a classy pale beige with metallic nocturne blue.
When you climb aboard, the next update youre sure to notice is the new Kawasaki Smart Steering. Its a steering sensor thats been linked to the Engine Management Module (EMM) to aid in boat handling when the throttle is quickly released from high speed. Panicked riders who release the throttle in an emergency will now have some steering ability.
Last years craft had fuel injection. This years 1100 STX has direct injection which helps cut emissions so much, the engine meets 2006 EPA standards. Fuel usage has been cut by 30 percent and oil needs have dropped by half. The result? More play time at less cost.
In the engine compartment, the Kawasaki has new exhaust port timing. The change was made to improve mid-range while reducing emissions
all without cutting top-end power. In the meantime, the engineers have updated the cylinders so that the machines compression ratio is set at 6.6:1. Reliability and longevity mean everything.
While the inner workings have been fine-tuned, the majority of the boats key features are back for a second year. Leading the list is more than 88 litres of storage space. The 2001 model is still set into motion with a finger throttle. Kawasaki designers claim this reduces hand fatigue. Also back by popular demand is the multifunction LCD system which tells all speed, revs, hours running, time, trip distance and more.
The Kawasaki 1100 STX DI may not be all-new, but its all ingenious, right down to the special keel design. Take a look for yourself.
2001 Kawasaki 1100 STX DI Test Specifications
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Engine:
130 hp, 1,071-cc,
two-stroke, three-cylinder engine with Ficht direct
injection, three-blade, oval stainless steel impeller
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