Sport Tourers

2013Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Special Edition

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The 2013 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Special Edition is a high-performance sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking extreme speed and acceleration. Powered by a 1441cc V2 engine producing 197 horsepower, it delivers superb straight-line performance and is best known for combining raw power with practical everyday usability. Its liquid-cooled four-stroke engine and chain drive provide reliable performance for both track enthusiasts and long-distance cruising.

Capacity: 1441.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: Not on record
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Wet weight: 268.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 197.4 HP (145.2 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail5%

Cornering68%

City riding45%

Daily riding60%

Touring85%

Two-up80%

Track70%

Best for: Built as a hyper-fast sport-tourer, it excels at devouring long highway distances with explosive overtaking power in reserve.
Built for: It has the character of a big, brutally strong grand tourer that trades flickable agility for stability, comfort, and effortless high-speed cruising.
Not ideal for: It is not the right choice for new riders, city-only commuters, or anyone seeking a light, nimble bike for tight technical roads.

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At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2013 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Special Edition, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and a slightly forward 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: 197.4 HP (145.2 kW)
Torque: 162.5 Nm (16.6 kgf-m) @ 6100 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.7366 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke: 84.0 x 65.0 mm
Compression: 12.3:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Ignition: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler

Transmission

Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1480 mm
Overall length: 2170 mm
Overall height: 1170 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Wet weight: 268.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Monocoque, aluminium
Front suspension: 43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs Compression damping: 18-way Rebound damping: 15-way Spring preload: Fully adjustable
Rear suspension: Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock Compression damping: Stepless Rebound damping: Stepless Spring preload: Fully adjustable
Rake (fork angle): 23.0°

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Petal discs. Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Petal disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.
Rear brakes diameter: 250 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/50-ZR17