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2006Kawasaki ZZR1400

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The 2006 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 is a pure-bred superbike engineered for experienced riders seeking extreme performance. Its massive 1352cc inline-four engine delivers 187 horsepower with precision fuel injection, making it one of the fastest production motorcycles of its era. Built for track-capable speed and raw acceleration, the ZZR 1400 remains iconic among performance enthusiasts.

Capacity
1352.0 ccm
Engine
In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
215.0 kg
Seat height
800 mm
Power
187.7 HP (140.0 kW) @ 9500 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 85Agility 51Comfort 82Off-road 5Touring 80Road manners 88
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering68%
City riding45%
Daily riding60%
Touring82%
Two-up78%
Track70%
Best for
Built for effortless high-speed cruising and devouring long stretches of highway with occasional sporty riding thrown in.
Built for
A brutally fast, refined muscle-tourer that combines a huge four-cylinder engine with comfort-oriented ergonomics and long-distance capability.
Not ideal for
Not the right choice for off-road use, tight urban commuting, or riders wanting a light, flickable machine for technical corners.

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 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2006 Kawasaki ZZR1400, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward 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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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
1352.0 ccm
Power
187.7 HP (140.0 kW) @ 9500 RPM
Torque
154.0 Nm (15.7 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
Engine type
In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.8730 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
84.0 x 61.0 mm
Compression
12.7:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Ignition
TCBI with Digital Advance
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1461 mm
Overall length
2169 mm
Overall width
759 mm
Overall height
1171 mm
Seat height
800 mm
Dry weight
215.0 kg
Fuel capacity
22.00 litres
Ground clearance
125 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Monocoque, aluminium
Front suspension
43mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with Adjustable
Rear suspension
Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, Stepless
Rake (fork angle)
23.0°
Trail
94 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc
Front brakes diameter
310 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
270 mm
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
190/50-ZR17
Other
Color options
Passion Red, Ebony, Candy Thunder Blue

Specs last verified against published sources: .

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 20062010201320172020
Capacity 1352 cc 1352 cc 1441 cc 1441 cc 1441 cc
Dry weight 215 kg — — — —
Seat height 800 mm 800 mm 800 mm 800 mm 800 mm
Fuel capacity 22 L 22 L 22 L 22 L 22 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 ZZR1400?

The 2006 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Capacity of 1352.0 ccm (82.50 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 have?

The 2006 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Power of 187.7 HP (140.0 kW) @ 9500 RPM.

How many gears does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 have?

The 2006 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Kawasaki ZZR1400?

The 2006 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Torque of 154.0 Nm (15.7 kgf-m or 113.6 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM.

How much does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 weigh?

The 2006 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Dry weight of 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds).

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