Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012 Experiences and Expert Review

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With probably no other motorbike would the test riders have wished to be able to reach into the tuning box at least a little. Because the Ninja ZX-10R is a motorbike that offers an excellent basis for the race track. Unlike the other three Japanese bikes, it is radical, offers competitive top performance compared to BMW and Ducati.


Engine offers powerful peak power

offers ABS and traction point together.

Handling somewhat suboptimal for faster routes

braking performance diminishes over time.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

Key Specification Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Bore76 mm
Stroke55 mm
Engine power200.1 HP
Rpm at Max. Power13000 rpm
Torque114.3 Nm
Rpm at Torque11500 rpm
Compression Ratio13
StarterElectric
Clutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionDigital
Displacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

Technologyradial, Petal

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width120 mm
Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameter17 inch
Length2075 mm
Width715 mm
Height1115 mm
Wheelbase1115 mm
Seat Height813 mm
Kerb Weight198 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyA

Price Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

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Current average market prices

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R History

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2025

203 HP

998 ccm

207 kg

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2024  model series ZXT00 B

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2024

203 HP

998 ccm

207 kg

$21,027.00avg. market price

High-quality workmanship

strong components

revvy and powerful engine

great wind protection including good aerodynamics

good seating position even for tall riders

high-quality electronics package

powerful brakes

well-balanced chassis

Load change reactions in the partial load range

somewhat slow quickshifter

somewhat small display

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023  model series ZXT00 B

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2023

203 HP

998 ccm

207 kg

$20,288.00avg. market price

High-quality workmanship

strong components

revvy and powerful engine

great wind protection including good aerodynamics

good seating position even for tall riders

high-quality electronics package

powerful brakes

well-balanced chassis

Load change reactions in the partial load range

somewhat slow quickshifter

somewhat small display

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2022  model series ZXT00 B

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2022

203 HP

998 ccm

207 kg

$19,889.00avg. market price

High-quality workmanship

strong components

revvy and powerful engine

great wind protection including good aerodynamics

good seating position even for tall riders

high-quality electronics package

powerful brakes

well-balanced chassis

Load change reactions in the partial load range

somewhat slow quickshifter

somewhat small display

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021  model series ZXT00 B

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2021

203 HP

998 ccm

207 kg

$19,219.00avg. market price

High-quality workmanship

strong components

revvy and powerful engine

great wind protection including good aerodynamics

good seating position even for tall riders

high-quality electronics package

powerful brakes

well-balanced chassis

Load change reactions in the partial load range

somewhat slow quickshifter

somewhat small display

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2017  model series ZXT00 A

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2017

200.1 HP

998 ccm

198 kg

$14,609.00avg. market price

great chassis geometry

high-quality chassis components

very good brakes

lots of electronics on board

Cockpit not quite optimal readable

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2016  model series ZXT00 A

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2016

200.1 HP

998 ccm

198 kg

$12,471.00avg. market price

great chassis geometry

high-quality chassis components

very good brakes

lots of electronics on board

Cockpit not quite optimal readable

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2015  model series ZXT00J

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2015

200.1 HP

998 ccm

198 kg

$11,826.00avg. market price

Great basis for racing bike

strong engine in the upper rev range

good chassis

Gear ratio too long

engine with little power in the lower rev range

traction control cannot keep up with the systems of the top bikes

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014  model series ZXT00J

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2014

200.1 HP

998 ccm

198 kg

$8,852.00avg. market price

Great basis for racing bike

strong engine in the upper rev range

good chassis

Gear ratio too long

engine with little power in the lower rev range

traction control cannot keep up with the systems of the top bikes

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2013  model series ZXT00J

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2013

200.1 HP

998 ccm

198 kg

Great basis for racing bike

strong engine in the upper rev range

good chassis

Gear ratio too long

engine with little power in the lower rev range

traction control cannot keep up with the systems of the top bikes

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012  model series ZXT00J

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2012

200.1 HP

998 ccm

198 kg

$7,496.00avg. market price

Great basis for racing bike

strong engine in the upper rev range

good chassis

Gear ratio too long

engine with little power in the lower rev range

traction control cannot keep up with the systems of the top bikes

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2011  model series ZXT00J

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2011

200.1 HP

998 ccm

198 kg

$8,245.00avg. market price

Great basis for racing bike

strong engine in the upper rev range

good chassis

Gear ratio too long

engine with little power in the lower rev range

traction control cannot keep up with the systems of the top bikes

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2010  model series ZXT00E

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2010

187 HP

998 ccm

208 kg

$6,002.00avg. market price

Extremely precise traction control

efficient braking system

integrated electronics

positive ABS system

high engine power.

Suboptimal transmission - tight gearshifts.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009  model series ZXT00E

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2009

188 HP

998 ccm

208 kg

$6,008.00avg. market price

Extremely precise traction control

efficient braking system

integrated electronics

positive ABS system

high engine power.

Suboptimal transmission - tight gearshifts.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008  model series ZXT00E

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2008

175 HP

998 ccm

173 kg

$5,562.00avg. market price

Extremely precise traction control

efficient braking system

integrated electronics

positive ABS system

high engine power.

Suboptimal transmission - tight gearshifts.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2007  model series ZXT00D

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2007

175 HP

998 ccm

173 kg

Strong braking system

cleanly tuned anti-hopping clutch

very powerful engine

wide adjustment range on the chassis

traction assistance.

Tends to understeer slightly

compromise between agility and stability

high weight

no adjustable footpegs.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006  model series ZXT00D

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2006

175 HP

998 ccm

173 kg

$4,866.00avg. market price

Strong braking system

cleanly tuned anti-hopping clutch

very powerful engine

wide adjustment range on the chassis

traction assistance.

Tends to understeer slightly

compromise between agility and stability

high weight

no adjustable footpegs.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2005  model series ZXT00C

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 2005

175 HP

998 ccm

170 kg

$5,037.00avg. market price

Angular, aggressive design

excellent handling

super brakes

extremely powerful.

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FAQ Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

What is the current market price of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
The current average market price of a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, year of manufacture 2024, is 17,680 USD with an average mileage of 813 km.
Which one is better? Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R or BMW S 1000 RR?
You can compare these two motorcycles here. You can find all pros and cons of the comparable model here.
How about the availability of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
Compared to other Supersport bikes the availability is very good. There are very many Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R bikes available on the market.
How stable is the price of a used Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R? What about the price trend?
Looking at the year of manufacture 2018, the price stability of a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R was good compared to other Supersport bikes. The price trend was -18% in the first year, +1% in the second year and -13% in the third year.
How popular is the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R?
There is a very strong demand for a Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R on the market. Test reports of this model are very often read on the platform of 1000PS.
What is the data source for the content on this page?
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