Sport Tourers
2016Kawasaki ZZR1400
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The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 is a sport-touring supersport designed for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and long-distance capability. Known for its powerful engine, advanced braking system with dual front discs, and impressive fuel capacity, it excels as a high-speed tourer. The minimal windscreen emphasizes its sporty character while generous ground clearance and comfortable seat height support extended journeys.
- Capacity
- 1441.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 268.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM
What’s new for the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400
vs the 2015| Spec | 2015 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 162.5 Nm (16.6 kgf-m or 119.9 ft.lbs) @ 6100 RPM | 158.2 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.7 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for effortless high-speed cruising and devouring long stretches of highway with occasional sporty riding thrown in.
- Built for
- A brutally fast, refined muscle-tourer that combines a huge four-cylinder engine with comfort-oriented ergonomics and long-distance capability.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for off-road use, tight urban commuting, or riders wanting a light, flickable machine for technical corners.
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
- 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- Torque
- 158.2 Nm (16.1 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.7463 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
- Digital
- 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
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1480 mm
- Overall length
- 2170 mm
- Overall width
- 770 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.
- Front wheel travel
- 117 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 124 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 23.0°
- Trail
- 93 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad.
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Metallic Carbon Gray/Galaxy Silver
- Comments
- Small windscreen.
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 | 2010 | 2013 | 2016 | 2017 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc | 1441 cc |
| Dry weight | 215 kg | — | — | — | — | — |
| 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 ZZR1400?
The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Capacity of 1441.0 ccm (87.94 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 have?
The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Power of 200.0 HP (146.0 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 have?
The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki ZZR1400?
The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Torque of 158.2 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.7 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki ZZR1400 weigh?
The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR1400 has a Wet weight of 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds).
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