2005Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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The 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is a litre-class supersport designed for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and track capability. Powered by a 998cc inline-four engine with advanced fuel injection, it delivers aggressive acceleration and handling precision. Known for its lightweight aluminum frame and cutting-edge engineering, it dominated the superbike category of its era.

Capacity: 998.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 170.1 kg
Seat height: 826 mm
Power: 179.6 HP (132.1 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering92%

City riding30%

Daily riding30%

Touring25%

Two-up20%

Track95%

Best for: Built primarily for track days and aggressive sport riding, with straight-line speed and cornering precision as its main strengths.
Built for: A raw, race-focused superbike that rewards aggressive throttle inputs and precise inputs with thrilling speed and sharp handling.
Not ideal for: This is not a good fit for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or passenger duties.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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At 826mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, 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: 998.0 ccm
Power: 179.6 HP (132.1 kW)
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 1.0558 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 55.0 mm
Compression: 12.7:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
Torque: Not on record - add it

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual

Performance

0-60 mph: 3.10 seconds
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 3.20 seconds

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1384 mm
Overall length: 2065 mm
Overall width: 706 mm
Overall height: 1115 mm
Seat height: 826 mm
Dry weight: 170.1 kg
Wet weight: 208.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 124 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: All-aluminum twin-tube backbone
Front suspension: 43mm forks with 16-way compression and rebound damping, fully adjustable preload
Rear suspension: Gull-type aluminum swingarm, UNI-TRAK® linkage system, fully adjustable gas-charged shock with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload, adjustable ride height
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 140 mm
Rake (fork angle): 24.0°
Trail: 109 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Hydralic petal disc with radial-mounted, opposed four-piston caliper.
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Hydraulic petal disc with single-piston caliper
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/50-ZR17