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: 215.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 187.0 HP (137.5 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering70%

City riding45%

Daily riding55%

Touring68%

Two-up75%

Track75%

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.

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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 Ninja ZX-14, 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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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1352.0 ccm
Power: 187.0 HP (137.5 kW)
EPA Certificate No.: 6KAXC1.35AAA-011
EPA CO Emissions: 2.3 CO g/km
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.8698 HP/kg (dry)
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
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
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

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
Wet weight: 257.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel
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: 250 mm
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 cc	1352 cc	1352 cc	1352 cc	1352 cc
Dry weight	215 kg	215 kg	220 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