2024-Up Kawasaki Ridge 1000 Stage 1 Lock & Load Kit (135HP)

The Aftermarket Assassins Stage 1 Lock & Load Kit pairs AA tunes on a Dynojet Power Vision 3 tuner with the AA Stage 1 clutch kit for the Kawasaki Ridge 1000. Kawasaki limits throttle and timing from the factory, and AA estimates this kit takes the Ridge to around 135 crank HP.

Why it holds up

• Base 92HP models gain +10 RWHP peak on Level 1, and +21 RWHP in the mid range with the S1 clutch kit
• 116HP XR models gain +4 to 6 RWHP peak on Level 1, and +19 to 20 RWHP in the mid range with the S1 clutch kit
• Level 2 with an aftermarket exhaust adds another +10 to 11 RWHP for +30 to 31 RWHP over stock in the mid range
• Belt slip detection desensitized so the machine can climb slight inclines without limp mode, while still protecting against abnormal belt slip
• Slightly raised idle for smoother engagement and more predictable engine braking, plus full throttle in reverse

Fits

• 2024 and newer Kawasaki Ridge 1000, 92HP and 116HP XR models

In the box

• AA custom tuned Power Vision 3 tuner
• AA Stage 1 clutch kit
• Dual lock Velcro for mounting

Good to know

• Switch fuel modes without reflashing: Sport and Normal modes run 91 to 93 octane, Work mode runs 87 octane or higher.
• 92HP models use a smaller exhaust restrictor. The tune still gains with it, but AA suggests removing it, fitting the XR restrictor, or running the AA exhaust.
• Rev limit set at 9800 RPM (stock 9500), fan on and off temp lowered to 185 and 180 degrees Fahrenheit, speed limiter removed and optional seatbelt limiter delete.
• Best peak power when tuned is 7600 to 8000 RPM at wide open throttle in the 30 to 50 MPH range.
• The tuner checks and erases most trouble codes and logs 29 parameters for review on a Windows computer.
• Winter tunes that run hotter but safe coolant temps are available for cab and heater machines in cold climates.