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Kawasaki Ninja 1000 - 2011 Specifications and Reviews
The 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is a sport-touring machine designed for riders seeking an accessible introduction to middleweight performance. Powered by a responsive 1043cc inline-four engine with modern fuel injection, it delivers agile handling and smooth acceleration suitable for both road and light touring duties. The bike is best known for balancing sporty dynamics with practical ergonomics and everyday usability.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2011 |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja 1000 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | X-ring Chain |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. DFI with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) |
| Compression | 11.8:1 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in. |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in. |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.5° |
| Frame type | Aluminum |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 18.93 litres (5.00 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,445 mm (56.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,106 mm (82.9 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,229 mm (48.4 inches) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 228.0 kg (502.7 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Wheelbase | 965 mm (38.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Rear tyre | 18/9-8 |
| Front tyre | 18/7-8 |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm with single shock absorber / 2.9 in. |
| Front Suspension | Single A-arm with twin shock absorbers / 2.8 in. |
| Bore x Stroke | 47.0 x 51.8 mm (1.9 x 2.0 inches) |
| Compression | 10.0:1 |
| Model | Kawasaki KFX 90 |
| Color options | Ebony, Candy Fire Red/Ebony |
| Factory warranty | 12 Months |
| Starter | Electric |
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