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2025Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS
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The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R ABS is a heavyweight hypersport machine built for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and open-road dominance. Its 1441cc inline-four engine produces 197 horsepower and 158 Nm of torque, making it one of the fastest production motorcycles available. Best known for its raw acceleration, aerodynamic design, and stable high-speed capability, this bike excels for thrill-seekers and long-distance speed enthusiasts.
- Capacity
- 1441.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 269.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 197.0 HP (143.8 kW) @ 10000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a hyper-sport tourer, it exists to devour highway miles and hit outrageous top speeds while still offering a usable pillion and luggage setup.
- Built for
- The ZX-14R has a brutish, understated character, favoring effortless high-speed cruising and drag-strip acceleration over flickable, playful handling.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the bike for a new rider, a commuter wanting easy city agility, or anyone planning to venture off paved roads.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1441.0 ccm
- Power
- 197.0 HP (143.8 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 155 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- SKAXC1.44AAB-015
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.60 L/100km (35.6 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.4 CO g/km
- Torque
- 158.0 Nm (16.1 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7323 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
- TCBI with digital advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Back-torque limiting slipper clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1481 mm
- Overall length
- 2170 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 1171 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Wet weight
- 269.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum monocoque
- Front suspension
- 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height
- Front wheel travel
- 117 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 124 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.0°
- Trail
- 94 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS.Brembo Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-R17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Matte Sovereign Red/Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Matte Graphite Gray
- Comments
- Windscreen. 3-mode Traction Control. Power Modes. Economical Riding Indicator.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ninja ZX 14R ABS?
The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS has a Capacity of 1441.0 ccm (87.94 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS have?
The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS has a Power of 197.0 HP (143.8 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS have?
The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS?
The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS has a Torque of 158.0 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.5 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS weigh?
The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja ZX 14R ABS has a Wet weight of 269.0 kg (593.0 pounds).
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