KAWASAKI NINJA® ZX-10R
Ultimate Supersport! Kawasaki storms into the litre-class with the uncompromising new Ninja ZX-10R, the machine everyone has been waiting for everyone except the competition. Boasting a category-leading power-to-weight ration, an awesomely powerful engine loaded with advanced technology and style evocative of the world of MotoGP, the new Ninja ZX-10R is the definitive expression of Kawasaki 's supersport DNA.
Unlike most other Kawasaki machines, the Ninja ZX-10R design started with chassis simulations. The engineers wanted an extremely lightweight and compact chassis that would offer superb handling and stability. The combination of a short wheelbase with a long swingarm is a configuration also seen on the Ninja ZX-RR. An all-aluminium frame with 600-class dimensions mated to a long and highly rigid gull swingarm gives the ZX-10R category-leading handling performance on track and twisty roads.
No less impressive, the powerful and incredibly compact new In-Line Four is a showcase of advanced supersport technology. A number of considerations were made to avoid compromising the desired chassis dimensions; use of a cone-piece cylinder/crankcase, a compact rear-mounted generator and stacked transmission kept the high-spec power unit lightweight and compact. Other engine features include a new fuel injection system, a close-ratio transmission with a back-torque limiter clutch, and magnesium engine covers 0- all of which contribute to the bike's design aim of being the No. 1 machine on the track.
Those sitting on the ZX-10R for the first time will be amazed that despite its compact size and race-purpose ergonomics, it is by no means cramped. Thanks to an idealised seat/pegs/handlebar relationship and a concave tank top, which allows the rider to mould himself to the bike, the 10R puts the rider in a position to take full advantage of the engine's awesome power and the superb chassis response.
The Ninja ZX-10R's key sales features can be summarised as follows :
• Best Power-to-Weight Ration in its Class Unbeatable combination of high power, brilliant throttle response and low exhaust emissions from a liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, In-Line Four featuring a sophisticated automotive-style fuel injection system with 43mm throttle bodies, dual throttle valves and fine-atomising injectors. Light weight care of an incredibly compact engine package, and a compact all-aluminium frame. Newly designed lightweight wheels also contribute to weight savings that result in a litre-class machine with the weight and dimensions of a 600.
• Race-Oriented Performance The combination of a short wheelbase with a long swingarm gives the ZX-10R incredibly nimble handling performance. The concave tank top and an idealised relationship between pegs, handlebars and seat, creates an aggressive, compact riding position. Close-ration transmission, back torque limiter, radial mount callipers, petal disc brakes and fully adjustable suspension are also all designed with the sole purpose of racing in mind.
• Aggressive Styling Visually expressive of Kawasaki 's supersport DNA, the ZX-10R;s flowing, edge-driven lines express the machine's amazing performance and unsurpassed power-to-weight ratio.
ZX-10R
Engine
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four
Displacement
998cc
Bore x Stroke
76.0 x 55.0 mm
Compression ratio
12.7:1
Horsepower
128.4 kW
Maximum power with Ram Air
135.3kW
Torque
115Nm
Carburettor
Fuel injection: 43mm x 4 (Mikuni)
Ignition
Digital
Transmission
6-speed, return
Frame
Backbone/Twin-tube, aluminium (Pressed/die-cast composite structure)
Rake/trail
24 ° 102mm
Suspension, front
43mm inverted fork with top-out springs
Compression damping - 16-way, Rebound damping - 16-way, Spring preload fully adjustable
Suspension, rear
Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock and top-out spring
Compression damping - Stepless, Rebound damping -Stepless, Spring preload fully adjustable
Tyre , front
120/70ZR17, M/C
Tyre , rear
190/50ZR17, M/C
Brakes, front
Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs, Dual radia-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad calliper
Brakes, rear
Single 220mm petal disc, Single-bore pin-slide
Overall length
2045mm
Overall width
705mm
Overall height
1115mm
Ground clearance
125mm
Seat height
825mm
Dry weight
170kg
Wheelbase
1385mm
Fuel capacity
17 l
Warranty period
2 years, unlimited mileage
Service intervals
5000 km
Colors
Green/Blue/Black
