Sportbikes
2016Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R
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The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R is a heavyweight supersport built for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and top-end speed. Known as one of the fastest production motorcycles, it delivers massive power and aggressive handling characteristics suited to skilled sportbike enthusiasts. Its advanced braking system, traction control, and substantial 269 kg frame provide confidence at high velocities on track or open roads. A factory ABS option was also available.
- Capacity
- 1441.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 269.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 215.0 HP (158.1 kW)
What’s new for the 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 265.0 kg (584.2 pounds) | 269.0 kg (593.0 pounds) |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment / 4.6 in. | 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-link Uni-Trak and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.9 in. | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX39 rear shock with piggyback reservoir and remote preload adjuster |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. | Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a hyper-sport/sport-touring hybrid, it excels at high-speed highway blasts and drag-strip style acceleration rather than tight technical riding.
- Built for
- The ZX-14R is a brutally fast, smooth-running in-line four cruiser-sportbike hybrid that prioritizes effortless long-distance speed over razor-sharp agility.
- Not ideal for
- It is not a good fit for new riders, tight urban commuting, or anyone seeking a lightweight, flickable cornering tool.
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
- 1441.0 ccm
- Power
- 215.0 HP (158.1 kW)
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7993 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 84.0 x 65.0 mm
- Compression
- 12.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Slipper clutch
Performance
- 0-60 mph
- 2.60 seconds
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1481 mm
- Overall length
- 2170 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Overall height
- 1171 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Wet weight
- 269.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum monocoque
- Front suspension
- 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX39 rear shock with piggyback reservoir and remote preload adjuster
- Front wheel travel
- 117 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 124 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.0°
- Trail
- 94 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Golden Blazed Green/Metallic Spark Black
- Warranty
- 12
- Comments
- Small windscreen. Traction control.
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 | 2012 | 2015 | 2016 | 2018 | 2020 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1441 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 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-14R?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R has a Capacity of 1441.0 ccm (87.94 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R have?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R has a Power of 215.0 HP (158.1 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R have?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R weigh?
The 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R has a Wet weight of 269.0 kg (593.0 pounds).
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