The Ninja ZX-10R truly shines on the racetrack, thanks to technology developed on Kawasaki race bikes. Although designed to offer maximum performance on the circuit, the same power and handling that provide such amazing on-track performance, also make it more fun for riding on the street.
The current ZX-6R debuted in 2009, featuring what was quite possibly the best sporting transmission Kawasaki has ever produced. For 2010, Kawasaki’s engineers applied similar technology to the ZX-10R’s gearbox, with internal modifications aimed at reducing play in the shift mechanism and providing a more-precise feel at the lever. The result is smooth, effortless shifting with clean and positive gear engagement.
Like its gearbox, the ZX-10R’s adjustable twin-tube Öhlins steering damper also received internal modifications for improved performance. A separate spring and free piston were added to the reservoir tube to enhance damping stability, and a new titanium colored finish and laser-etched logo update the damper’s external appearance.
Always an aggressive and technologically interesting motorcycle to look at, the 2010 ZX-10R’s bodywork features updates to give it a lighter, more-compact appearance. A new single piece front fairing reduces the visual weight of the ZX-10R’s front end, while new inner panels provide a tidier look around the handlebar area. Adding to the effect of the minimalist bodywork, sharper new side panels incorporate more black into their design, helping the 10R to appear even more compact. A new muffler completes the appearance updates, with a new dimpled surface pattern, metallic grey paint finish, and a compact end cap providing a smaller appearance and more sinister look.
Key Features:
• Upgraded Öhlins Twin-Tube Adjustable Steering Damper
• Upgraded Transmission for Smoother, More-Precise Shifting
• Upgraded Bodywork for Appearance and Aerodynamic Improvements
• Race-Oriented Engine Performance
• Track-Tuned Handling
• Back Torque Limiting “Slipper” Clutch
• Kawasaki Ignition Management System (KIMS)
Specifications
Engine Type Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement 998cc
Bore x Stroke 76.0 x 55.0 mm
Compression Ratio 12.9:1
Fuel Injection DFI with 43mm Keihin throttle bodies with oval sub-throttles, two injectors per cylinder
Ignition TCBI with digital advance and Kawasaki Ignition Management System (KIMS)
Transmission Six-speed
Final Drive Chain
Rake/Trail 25.5deg / 4.3 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size 190/55 ZR17
Wheelbase 55.7 in.
Front Suspension / wheel travel 43mm inverted fork with DLC coating, adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability and top-out springs / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension / wheel travel UNI-TRAK® with top-out spring, stepless, dual-range (low-/high-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring
preload / 4.9 in.
Front Brake Type Dual semi-floating 310mm petal discs with dual four-piston radial-mount calipers
Rear Brake Type Single 220mm petal disc with aluminum single-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.5 gal.
Seat Height 32.7 in.
Curb Weight 458.6 lbs.
Overall length 83.1 in.
Overall width 28.0 in.
Overall height 44.7 in.
Color Metallic Spark Black, Lime Green/Pearl Stardust White
Warranty 12 Months
Good TimesTM Protection Plan 12, 24, 36, 48 months
MSRP $12,999
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