Sportbikes
2027Kawasaki Ninja 125
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The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 125 shares its 125cc liquid-cooled single (14 hp, 11.7 Nm) with the naked Z125, wrapped in full Ninja sportbike bodywork. A steel trellis frame, 37mm telescopic fork and Uni-Trak rear suspension keep the entry-level sportbike light and approachable for new riders.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 137.0 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Power
- 14.0 HP
What’s new for the 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 125
vs the 2026| Spec | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 15.0 HP (11.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM | 14.0 HP |
| Torque | 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM | 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs) |
| Dry weight | — | 137.0 kg (302.0 pounds) |
| Wet weight | 149.0 kg (328.5 pounds) | 147.0 kg (324.1 pounds) |
| Front suspension | 37 mm telescopic fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak, gas-charged shock with adjustable preload | Uni-Trak swingarm |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Petal disc. Dual-piston caliper. | 290mm disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Petal disc. Dual-piston caliper. | 220mm disc |
| Compression | 11.7:1 | not listed |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Learning to ride and entry-level sportbike styling
- Built for
- Approachable, lightweight entry-level sportbike
- Not ideal for
- Experienced riders wanting real performance or long-distance touring
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
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 14.0 HP
- Torque
- 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1022 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Liquid
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1320 mm
- Overall length
- 1935 mm
- Overall width
- 740 mm
- Overall height
- 1015 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Dry weight
- 137.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 147.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 185 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Uni-Trak swingarm
- Front wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.1°
- Trail
- 90 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- 290mm disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 290 mm
- Rear brakes
- 220mm disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 100/80-17
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-17
Other
- Comments
- Shares its 125cc engine with the naked Z125 - full Ninja sportbike fairing. Steel tube trellis frame.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2020 | 2022 | 2024 | 2025 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 137 kg |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7.4 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L | 11 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Ninja 125?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja 125 have?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Power of 14.0 HP.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja 125 have?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja 125?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Torque of 11.7 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja 125 weigh?
The 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 125 has a Dry weight of 137.0 kg (302.0 pounds).
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