Sport Tourers
2015Kawasaki ZZR1400
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The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 is a big-bore sport tourer for experienced riders who want brutal straight-line pace with long-haul comfort. Its 1441 cc in-line four delivers 200 hp, backed by a monocoque frame, fully adjustable suspension and a 22-litre tank for serious distance work. It is best known as one of motorcycling's ultimate hyperbikes.
- Capacity
- 1441.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 268.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM
What’s new for the 2015 Kawasaki ZZR1400
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 120.9 HP (88.9 kW) | 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM |
| Torque | — | 162.5 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 119.9 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM |
| Wet weight | 265.0 kg (584.2 pounds) | 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds) |
| Front suspension | 43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. 13-way Compression damping. 11-way Rebound damping. Fully adjustable Spring preload. | 43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. Compression damping: 18-way. Rebound damping: 15-way. Spring preload: Fully adjustable. |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock. Stepless Compression damping. Stepless Rebound damping. Fully adjustable Spring preload. | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock. Compression damping: Stepless. Rebound damping: Stepless. Spring preload: Fully adjustable. |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Opposed, twin-piston | Single disc |
| Wheelbase | 1460 mm (57.5 inches) | 1480 mm (58.3 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- 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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- Capacity
- 1441.0 ccm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- Torque
- 162.5 Nm (16.6 kgf-m) @ 6100 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7463 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 84.0 x 65.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Digital
- 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
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1480 mm
- Overall length
- 2170 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 1170 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Wet weight
- 268.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Monocoque, pressed-aluminium
- Front suspension
- 43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. Compression damping: 18-way. Rebound damping: 15-way. Spring preload: Fully adjustable.
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock. Compression damping: Stepless. Rebound damping: Stepless. Spring preload: Fully adjustable.
- Front wheel travel
- 117 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 124 mm
- 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
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Green/black, Grey/black
- Comments
- Maximum power with RAM Air is 154.5 kW (210 HP) at 10,000 rpm.
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 | 2010 | 2013 | 2015 | 2017 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc |
| Dry weight | 215 kg | 257 kg | — | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 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 2015 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Capacity of 1441.0 ccm (87.94 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 have?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Power of 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 have?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki ZZR1400?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Torque of 162.5 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 119.9 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 weigh?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Wet weight of 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds).
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