Sport Tourers
2015Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance
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The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance is built for the experienced rider who wants brutal straight-line speed with genuine long-distance comfort. Its 1441 cc in-line four delivers 200 hp at 10,000 rpm, backed by a monocoque aluminium frame and fully adjustable suspension. It remains best known as a hyper-sport tourer that covers big miles effortlessly.
- 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 ZZR 1400 Performance
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 197.4 HP (145.2 kW) | 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM |
| Gearbox | — | 6-speed |
| 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, Ö | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock Compression damping: Stepless Rebound damping: Stepless Spring preload: Fully adjustable |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a hyper-sport tourer, it excels at devouring long highway distances at high speed while still being capable of shocking acceleration on demand.
- Built for
- The ZZR1400 Performance is a brutally fast, refined, and stable long-distance missile with a smooth inline-four character rather than a razor-sharp track weapon.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right bike for new riders, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, flickable machine for tight city streets.
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, 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
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.0°
- Trail
- 93 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
- Black/green, Grey/black
- Comments
- Maximum power with RAM Air is 154.5 kW (210 PS 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 | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1441 cc | 1441 cc |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 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 ZZR 1400 Performance?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance has a Capacity of 1441.0 ccm (87.94 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance have?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance has a Power of 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance have?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance has a Torque of 162.5 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 119.9 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance weigh?
The 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance has a Wet weight of 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds).
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