Sportbikes
2011Kawasaki Ninja 1000
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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.
- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 228.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 125.2 HP (92.1 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a sport-tourer that blends aggressive engine performance with an upright, real-world riding position for fast road riding, commuting, and long-distance travel.
- Built for
- Feels like a muscular, refined all-rounder that can carve corners with sport-bike sharpness while still offering the comfort and range to eat up highway miles.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for off-road use, new riders seeking a gentle first bike, or anyone wanting a lightweight, minimalist machine.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Power
- 125.2 HP (92.1 kW)
- EPA Certificate No.
- BKAXC1.04AAA-005-R01
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.1 CO g/km
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5491 HP/kg
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 56.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1445 mm
- Overall length
- 2106 mm
- Overall width
- 790 mm
- Overall height
- 1229 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Wet weight
- 228.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.90 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum
- Front suspension
- 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in.
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Ebony, Candy Fire Red/Ebony
- Warranty
- 12
- Fuel Tank Material
- M
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | 820 mm (32.3 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 18.93 litres (5.00 gallons) | 18.93 litres (5.00 gallons) | 18.93 litres (5.00 gallons) | 18.93 litres (5.00 gallons) |
| Color options | Ebony, Candy Fire Red/Ebony | Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Flat Micron Gray, Candy Lime Green/Ebony | Pearl Stardust White, Candy Lime Green | Pearl Stardust White/Metallic Spark Black, Candy Lime Green/Metallic Spark Black |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Ninja 1000?
The 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a Capacity of 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 have?
The 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a Power of 125.2 HP (92.1 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 have?
The 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 weigh?
The 2011 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a Wet weight of 228.0 kg (502.7 pounds).
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