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2013Kawasaki Ninja 1000

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The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 is a sport tourer for riders who want superbike-derived power with a comfortable, upright position. Its 1043cc liquid-cooled inline-four makes 125.2 hp, with an 820 mm seat and an 18.9-litre tank.

Capacity
1043.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Wet weight
231.1 kg
Seat height
820 mm
Power
125.2 HP (92.1 kW)
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What’s new for the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 1000

vs the 2012
Spec20122013
Wet weight 228.0 kg (502.7 pounds) 231.1 kg (509.5 pounds)
Front brakes Double disc Double disc. Petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers, optional ABS
Rear brakes Single disc Single disc. Petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper, optional ABS
Other years 2011 2012 2013 2014

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 81Agility 73Comfort 78Off-road 10Touring 80Road manners 90
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering82%
City riding68%
Daily riding78%
Touring80%
Two-up72%
Track60%
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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At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 1000, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Range and running costs

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Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
1043.0 ccm
Power
125.2 HP (92.1 kW)
CO2 Emissions
123 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.
DKAXC1.04AAA-002
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
5.24 L/100km (44.9 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions
2.1 CO g/km
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.5418 HP/kg (wet)
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
231.1 kg
Fuel capacity
18.90 litres
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Aluminum Backbone
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. Petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers, optional ABS
Front brakes diameter
300 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper, optional ABS
Rear brakes diameter
250 mm
ABS
Optional
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
190/50-ZR17
Other
Color options
Pearl Stardust White, Candy Lime Green
Warranty
12
Fuel Tank Material
Metal

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 2011201220132014
Capacity 1043 cc 1043 cc 1043 cc 1043 cc
Seat height 820 mm 820 mm 820 mm 820 mm
Fuel capacity 18.9 L 18.9 L 18.9 L 18.9 L

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 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a Capacity of 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 have?

The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a Power of 125.2 HP (92.1 kW).

How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 have?

The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 weigh?

The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 has a Wet weight of 231.1 kg (509.5 pounds).

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