Sportbikes
2026Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR
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The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR is a track-focused superbike engineered for experienced riders seeking extreme performance. Its 998cc inline-four engine delivers 190 horsepower and aggressive handling characteristics that excel on the racetrack. This machine is renowned for its sophisticated electronics, aerodynamic design, and competition-ready capabilities that dominate motorsport events. A factory ABS option was also available.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 191.1 kg
- Seat height
- 826 mm
- Power
- 190.0 HP (144.0 kW) @ 11500 RPM
What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 188.0 HP (144.0 kW) @ 11500 RPM | 190.0 HP (144.0 kW) @ 11500 RPM |
| Torque | 110.8 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.7 ft.lbs) @ 11500 RPM | 111.9 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.5 ft.lbs) @ 11300 RPM |
| Dry weight | — | 191.1 kg (421.3 pounds) |
| Seat height | 836 mm (32.9 inches) | 826 mm (32.5 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily for track days and high-performance sport riding where its race-derived chassis and top-end power can be fully exploited.
- Built for
- A razor-sharp, high-strung literbike with a screaming inline-four that rewards precise inputs and confident throttle control.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for new riders, relaxed commuting, long-distance touring, or anyone seeking a comfortable and forgiving ride.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 190.0 HP (144.0 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
- 6.10 litres/100 km (16.4 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.9942 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
- Digital
- 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
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 3.30 seconds
- 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)
- 3.40 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1450 mm
- Overall length
- 2085 mm
- Overall width
- 749 mm
- Overall height
- 1181 mm
- Seat height
- 826 mm
- Dry weight
- 191.1 kg
- Wet weight
- 208.0 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 BFRC lite gas-charged shock, piggyback reservoir, compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability, and top-out spring
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 107 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 104 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Brembo, 4 opposed pistons
- Front brakes diameter
- 330 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Single piston
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70 ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/55 ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Grey
- 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 | 2017 | 2019 | 2022 | 2024 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 191 kg |
| Seat height | 835 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm | 826 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 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 ZX-10RR?
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR has a Power of 190.0 HP (144.0 kW) @ 11500 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR?
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR has a Torque of 111.9 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.5 ft.lbs) @ 11300 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR has a Dry weight of 191.1 kg (421.3 pounds).
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