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2015Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
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The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a track-focused literbike for experienced riders who want World Superbike-derived attitude on road or circuit. Its 998 cc in-line four delivers 200 hp at 13,000 rpm and 112 Nm at 10,500 rpm, backed by fully adjustable suspension and radial-mount front brakes. It is best known for its racing pedigree and razor-sharp, high-revving character.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 198.0 kg
- Seat height
- 813 mm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 13000 RPM
What’s new for the 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 179.6 HP (132.1 kW) | 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 13000 RPM |
| Torque | 112.4 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 82.9 ft.lbs) | 112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM |
Other years
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily as a straight-line speed and long-distance high-performance machine rather than a nimble corner-carving trackday weapon.
- Built for
- A brute-force in-line four hyper-sport bike that blends drag-strip acceleration with surprising highway comfort and stability.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for new riders, off-road use, tight urban commuting, or anyone seeking a lightweight, flickable corner-carver.
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
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 13000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 137 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- FKAXC.998AAC-003
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 5.84 L/100km (40.3 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.9 CO g/km
- Torque
- 112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m) @ 10500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 1.0101 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 55.0 mm
- Compression
- 13.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance and Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC)
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 3.20 seconds
- 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
- 3.40 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1425 mm
- Overall length
- 2075 mm
- Overall width
- 714 mm
- Overall height
- 1115 mm
- Seat height
- 813 mm
- Dry weight
- 198.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 208.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum perimeter
- Front suspension
- 43mm inverted Big Piston Fork (BPF), adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability / 4.7 in.
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal back-link with gas-charged shock, stepless, dual-range (low-/high-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload / 5.5 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 107 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Lime Green, Pearl Flat Grey/Flat Ebony
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Maximum power with RAM Air 154.4kW (209.9PS) at 13,000 rpm.
- 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 | 2007 | 2011 | 2015 | 2016 | 2020 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Dry weight | 175 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg | 198 kg | — | 206 kg |
| Seat height | 813 mm | 813 mm | 813 mm | 813 mm | 835 mm | 831 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 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 ZX-10R?
The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R have?
The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has a Power of 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 13000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R have?
The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has a Torque of 112.0 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs) @ 10500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R weigh?
The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R has a Dry weight of 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds).
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