You can beat all opponents, but there is always a challenge you still have to face, the one within yourself. For those like you who rise to any challenge, we have developed the bike that a true champion deserves. The new Ninja ZX-10R & Ninja ZX-10RR have what it takes to win: all new aerodynamic body with integrated winglets, small & light LED headlights, TFT colour instrumentation, and Smartphone connectivity plus updates derived from Kawasaki Racing Team World Superbike expertise. Now that you have the definitive race focused Ninja, Face Yourself.
Integrated Riding Modes: Sport, Road, Rain, Rider (Manual)
All-inclusive modes that link S-KTRC and Power Mode allow riders to efficiently set traction control and power delivery to suit a given riding situation.
High-Grade Suspension
More circuit-focused settings for the WSB-developed BFF (Balance Free Front Fork) and BFRC lite (Balance Free Rear Cushion) shock facilitate front-rear weight transfer, and contribute to light handling.
Integrated Winglets
Winglets built into the upper cowl generate downforce that helps keep the front wheel on the ground during strong acceleration.
TFT Colour Instrumentation
Close-ratio Transmission
The Ninja ZX-10R’s gear ratios were idealised for circuit riding. A larger rear sprocket (39T >> 41T) and shorter ratios for 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears offer strong low-mid range acceleration for quicker corner exits, as well as quicker off-the-line acceleration for strong launches ont he circuit.
Kawasaki River Mark
In recognition of its achievement in the Superbike World Championship, special permission to use the River Mark on the Ninja ZX-10R was granted. This is its first use on a nonsupercharged mass-production model.
Aerodynamic Riding Position
Updated handlebar and footpeg positions contribute to a more aggressive, circuit-focused riding position, while a new seat design helps riders minimise drag when tucked behind the windshield going down the straight.
High-Performance Brembo Brake System
Powerful 998 cm3 Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke In-Line Four
Updates to the Ninja ZX-10R’s powerful engine offer cleaner emissions while maintaining the performance of its predecessor.
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four |
Displacement | 998 cm³ |
Bore x Stroke | 76 x 55 mm |
Compression ratio | 13.0:1 |
Valve system | DOHC, 16 valves |
Fuel system | Fuel injection: Ø 47 mm x 4 with dual injection |
Ignition | Digital |
Starting System | Electric |
Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler |
Maximum power | 149.3 kW {203 PS} / 13,200 rpm |
CO2 emission | 140 g/km |
Maximum torque | 114.9 N•m {11.7 kgf•m} / 11,400 rpm |
Transmission | 6-speed, cassette |
Final drive | Sealed chain |
Primary Reduction Ratio | 1.681 (79/47) |
Gear Ratios 1st | 2.600 (39/15) |
Gear Ratios 2nd | 2.158 (41/19) |
Gear Ratios 3rd | 1.882 (32/17) |
Gear Ratios 4th | 1.650 (33/20) |
Gear Ratios 5th | 1.476 (31/21) |
Gear Ratios 6th | 1.304 (30/23) |
Final reduction ratio | 2.412 (41/17) |
Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
Brakes, front | Dual semi-floating 330 mm Brembo discs. Caliper: Dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston |
Brakes, rear | Single 220 mm disc. Caliper: Single piston |
Suspension, front | 43 mm inverted Balance Free Front Fork with external compression chamber, compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability, and top-out springs. |
Suspension, rear | Horizontal Back-link with BFRC lite gas-charged shock, piggyback reservoir, compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability, and top-out spring |
Frame type | Twin spar, cast aluminium |
Trail | 105 mm |
Wheel travel front | 120 mm |
Wheel travel rear | 115 mm |
Tyre, front | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
Tyre, rear | 190/55ZR17M/C (75W) |
Steering angle, left / right | 27° / 27° |
L x W x H | 2,085 x 750 x 1,185 mm |
Wheelbase | 1,450 mm |
Ground Clearance | 135 mm |
Fuel Capacity | 17 litres |
Seat Height | 835 mm |
Curb mass | 207 kg |