2017Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R

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The 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R is a hyperbike designed for experienced riders seeking extreme speed and long-distance capability. Known for its powerful engine and aggressive styling, it delivers thrilling performance with modern safety features including ABS and traction control. Its large fuel capacity and stable wheelbase make it suitable for sustained highway riding at very high speeds.

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)

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What’s new for the 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R

vs the 2016

Spec	2016	2017
Rear suspension	Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, Öhlins TTX39 rear shock with piggyback reservoir and remote preload adjuster	Bottom-link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering65%

City riding45%

Daily riding55%

Touring78%

Two-up75%

Track75%

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.

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Units

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R, 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: 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® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height
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