Sportbikes
2006Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14
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The 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 is a high-performance hypersport bike designed for experienced riders seeking extreme speed and power. Its 1352cc inline-four engine produces 187 horsepower, making it one of the fastest production motorcycles ever built. Known for its aggressive styling, advanced fuel injection system, and unmatched top-end performance, the ZX-14 dominated the superbike category.
- Capacity
- 1352.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- Not on record
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- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 187.0 HP
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for high-speed highway blasts, drag-style acceleration, and long straight-road dominance rather than tight technical carving.
- Built for
- A big-bore, in-line four hyper-sport tourer that blends brutal straight-line speed with surprising comfort for a bike of its performance class.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for new riders, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, flickable bike for tight city streets.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1352.0 ccm
- Power
- 187.0 HP
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Bore x stroke
- 84.0 x 61.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with Digital Advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 2.50 seconds
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- 43mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with Adjustable
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, Stepless
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 120/70-VR18
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-VR16
Other
- Color options
- Passion Red, Ebony, Candy Thunder Blue
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 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches) | 1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches) | 1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches) | 1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches) | 1352.00 ccm (82.50 cubic inches) |
| Dry weight | — | 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds) | 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds) | 257.1 kg (566.7 pounds) | — |
| Seat height | — | 800 mm (31.5 inches) | 800 mm (31.5 inches) | 800 mm (31.5 inches) | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | — | 21.95 litres (5.80 gallons) | 21.95 litres (5.80 gallons) | 21.95 litres (5.80 gallons) | 21.95 litres (5.80 gallons) |
| Color options | Passion Red, Ebony, Candy Thunder Blue | Diablo Black, Candy Plasma Blue, Special Edition: Pearl Crystal White | Metallic Midnight Sapphire Blue, Atomic Silver, Special Edition: Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Persimmon Red | Candy Lime Green/Flat Super Black, Special Edition Candy Burnt Orange/Metallic Diablo Black | Candy Persimmon Red, Metallic Titanium/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 ZX-14?
The 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 has a Capacity of 1352.0 ccm (82.50 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 have?
The 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 has a Power of 187.0 HP.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 have?
The 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
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