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2016Kawasaki ZZR1400

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The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 is a sport-touring supersport designed for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and long-distance capability. Known for its powerful engine, advanced braking system with dual front discs, and impressive fuel capacity, it excels as a high-speed tourer. The minimal windscreen emphasizes its sporty character while generous ground clearance and comfortable seat height support extended journeys.

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
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What’s new for the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400

vs the 2015
Spec20152016
Torque 162.5 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 119.9 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM 158.2 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.7 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Front brakes Double disc Double disc. Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad.
Rear brakes Single disc Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.
Other years 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 95Agility 61Comfort 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 2016 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
1441.0 ccm
Power
200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Torque
158.2 Nm (16.1 kgf-m) @ 7500 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.
Front wheel travel
117 mm
Rear wheel travel
124 mm
Rake (fork angle)
23.0°
Trail
93 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc. Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad.
Front brakes diameter
310 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter
250 mm
Front tyre
120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre
190/50-ZR17
Other
Color options
Metallic Carbon Gray/Galaxy Silver
Comments
Small windscreen.

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 200620102013201620172020
Capacity 1352 cc 1352 cc 1441 cc 1441 cc 1441 cc 1441 cc
Dry weight 215 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 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Capacity of 1441.0 ccm (87.94 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 have?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Power of 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM.

How many gears does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 have?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Kawasaki ZZR1400?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Torque of 158.2 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.7 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM.

How much does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 weigh?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Wet weight of 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds).

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