tech SPEC
Evolution
Though it inherits its underpinnings from the Z1000, the Ninja is an entirely different motorcycle.
Rivals
Honda Interceptor, Kawasaki Z1000, Suzuki Bandit 1250, Triumph Sprint, Yamaha FZ-1.
TECH
Price: $10,999
Engine type: l-c inline four
Valve train: DOHC, 16v
Displacement: 1043cc
Bore x stroke: 77.3 x 56.0mm
Compression: 11.8:1
Fuel system: EFI
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate
Transmission: 6-speed
Claimed horsepower: 138 bhp @ 9600 rpm
Claimed torque: 110 lb.-ft. @ 7800 rpm
Frame: Aluminum twin-spar
Front suspension: 41mm Showa fork with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Rear suspension: Showa shock with adjustable spring preload and rebound damping
Front brake: Dual Tokico four-piston calipers, 300mm discs
Rear brake: Tokico single-piston caliper, 250mm disc
Front tire: 120/70ZR-17 Bridgestone Battlax BT-016
Rear tire: 190/50ZR-17 Bridgestone Battlax BT-016
Rake/trail: 24.5°/4.1 in.
Seat height: 32.3 in.
Wheelbase: 56.9 in.
Fuel capacity: 5.0 gal.
Claimed curb weight: 503 lbs
Colors: Ebony, Candy Fire Red
Available: Now
Warranty: 12 mo. unlimited mi.
Contact
Kawasaki Motor Corp.
9950 Jeronimo Rd.
Irvine, CA 92618
949.770.0400
www.kawasaki.com
Verdict 4 out of 5 stars
The best sportbike $11K can buy for sporting around in the real world.