Sportbikes
2008Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14
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The 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 is a hypersport machine built for experienced riders seeking maximum speed and performance. Its 1352cc inline-four engine delivers 208 lb-ft of torque, making it one of the fastest production motorcycles available. Best known for dominating straightline acceleration and long-distance comfort, the ZX-14 appeals to riders who prioritize raw power and highway touring capability.
- Capacity
- 1352.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 220.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 200.5 HP (149.5 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 215.0 HP (158.1 kW) | 200.5 HP (149.5 kW) |
| Torque | 153.9 Nm (15.7 kgf-m or 113.5 ft.lbs) | 154.0 Nm (15.7 kgf-m or 113.6 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM |
| Dry weight | 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds) | 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds) |
| Rear suspension | Uni-Trak® with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.8 in. | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.8 in. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for high-speed highway blasts, drag-style acceleration, and long straight-road dominance rather than tight technical carving.
- Built for
- A big-bore, in-line four hyper-sport tourer that blends brutal straight-line speed with surprising comfort for a bike of its performance class.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for new riders, off-road use, or anyone wanting a light, flickable bike for tight city streets.
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
- 1352.0 ccm
- Power
- 200.5 HP (149.5 kW)
- EPA Certificate No.
- 8KAXC1.35AAC-015
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.4 CO g/km
- Torque
- 154.0 Nm (15.7 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.9114 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 84.0 x 61.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- 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
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 2.50 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1461 mm
- Overall length
- 2169 mm
- Overall width
- 759 mm
- Overall height
- 1171 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 220.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 257.1 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double cradle, high-tensile steel
- Front suspension
- 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments / 4.6 in.
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.8 in.
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.0°
- Trail
- 94 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Midnight Sapphire Blue, Atomic Silver, Special Edition: Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Persimmon Red
- Comments
- Listed power (149.5 kW) is with ram air.
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc |
| Dry weight | 215 kg | 215 kg | 220 kg | — | — |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 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-14?
The 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 has a Capacity of 1352.0 ccm (82.50 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 have?
The 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 has a Power of 200.5 HP (149.5 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 have?
The 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14?
The 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 has a Torque of 154.0 Nm (15.7 kgf-m or 113.6 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 weigh?
The 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 has a Dry weight of 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds).
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