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2026Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10R is a track-focused superbike built for experienced riders who want race-bred performance on road or circuit. Its 998 cc in-line four delivers 190 hp, backed by a twin-spar aluminium frame and sophisticated Balance Free suspension. Best known for its World Superbike pedigree, it rewards commitment with razor-sharp handling and relentless top-end drive.

Capacity: 998.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 193.0 kg
Seat height: 826 mm
Power: 190.0 HP (141.7 kW) @ 11500 RPM

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What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

vs the 2025

Spec	2025	2026
Power	196.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 11500 RPM	190.0 HP (141.7 kW) @ 11500 RPM
Torque	113.8 Nm (11.6 kgf-m or 83.9 ft.lbs) @ 11300 RPM	111.9 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.5 ft.lbs) @ 11300 RPM
Dry weight	—	193.0 kg (425.5 pounds)
Wet weight	207.0 kg (456.4 pounds)	210.1 kg (463.2 pounds)
Seat height	836 mm (32.9 inches)	826 mm (32.5 inches)

Other years 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering95%

City riding30%

Daily riding30%

Touring25%

Two-up15%

Track97%

Best for: Built primarily for track days and high-speed sport riding, with road use very much a secondary consideration.
Built for: A razor-sharp, high-revving in-line four that rewards precise inputs and aggressive riding with blistering acceleration and pinpoint cornering ability.
Not ideal for: This is not a good fit for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or two-up travel.

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 2026 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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Fuel per litre

Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption 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.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 998.0 ccm
Power: 190.0 HP (141.7 kW) @ 11500 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 140 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: TKAXC.998AAK-025-R01
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 5.96 L/100km (39.5 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 2.0 CO g/km
Torque: 111.9 Nm (11.4 kgf-m) @ 11300 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 5.90 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.9845 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 76.0 x 55.0 mm
Compression: 13.0:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: TCBI with digital advance and Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC)
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
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: 1450 mm
Overall length: 2085 mm
Overall width: 749 mm
Overall height: 1181 mm
Seat height: 826 mm
Dry weight: 193.0 kg
Wet weight: 210.1 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Twin spar, cast aluminium
Front suspension: 43mm inverted Balance Free Fork, adjustable stepless rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability
Rear suspension: Horizontal Back-link with gas-charged shock and top-out spring. Compression damping
Front wheel travel: 119 mm
Rear wheel travel: 107 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 104 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating discs. 4 piston. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 330 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Single piston. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/55 ZR17

Other

Color options: Lime Green/Ebony/Pearl Blizzard White, Metallic Graphite Gray/Metallic Diablo Black
Fuel Tank Material: Metal

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2005	2011	2016	2022	2026	2027
Capacity	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc	998 cc
Dry weight	170 kg	198 kg	198 kg	—	193 kg	193 kg
Seat height	826 mm	813 mm	813 mm	835 mm	826 mm	826 mm
Fuel capacity	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L	17 L