Cycle News Staff | August 1, 2023
The Ninja ZX-10R and the Ninja ZX-10R KRT Edition supersports return to Kawasaki’s 2024 lineup and will be available in both ABS and non-ABS versions.
The 998cc inline four-cylinder Ninja ZX-10R is equipped with Kawasaki’s advanced electronics, including Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF), Bosch IMU, Sport-Kawasaki TRaction Control (S-KTRC), Kawasaki Launch Control Mode (KLCM), Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), Öhlins Electronic Steering Damper, electronic cruise control and Power Modes.
The ZX-10R has an aluminum twin-spar frame, Showa Balance Free Front Fork (BFF), and horizontal back-link rear suspension with a Showa Balance Free Rear Cushion (BFRC) shock. Riders can connect to the high-grade TFT (thin film transistor) color instrumentation with their smartphone via the Rideology app.
The 2024 model has integrated winglets in the bodywork for improved aerodynamics, offering improved drag resistance and an increase in downforce. A recently introduced air-cooled oil cooler increases cooling and boosts engine performance.
The 2024 Ninja ZX-10R is available in the Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony colorway while the Ninja ZX-10R KRT Edition features exclusive Kawasaki Racing Team (KRT) graphics with both made available as ABS and non-ABS models.
2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Colors and Price
Colors: Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony
MSRP: $17,799
2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R KRT Edition Colors and Price
Colors: Lime Green / Ebony
MSRP: $17,799
2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS Colors and Price
Colors: Metallic Flat Spark Black / Ebony
MSRP: $18,799
2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R KRT Edition ABS Colors and Price
Colors: Lime Green / Ebony
MSRP: $18,799
2024 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Specifications
| Engine |
4-stroke, inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled |
| Displacement |
998cc |
| Bore x Stroke |
76.0 x 55.0mm |
| Compression Ratio |
13.0:1 |
| Fuel System |
DFI®, 47mm throttle bodies |
| Ignition |
TCBI with Digital Advance |
| Transmission |
6-speed, return shift |
| Final Drive |
Sealed chain |
| Electronic Rider |
Öhlins Electronic Steering Damper, Electronic Cruise |
| Aids |
Control, Kawasaki Launch Control Mode (KLCM), Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS) |
|
(ABS only), Sport-Kawasaki TRaction Control (S- KTRC), Kawasaki Engine Braking Control, Kawasaki |
|
Quick Shifter (KQS) (upshift & downshift), Kawasaki Corner Management Function (KCMF) |
| Front Suspension /Wheel Travel |
43mm inverted Balance Free Fork, adjustable stepless rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability/4.7 in |
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel |
Horizontal back-link with Balance Free gas-charged shock, stepless, dual-range (low-/high-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload/4.5 in |
| Front Tire |
120/70 ZR17 |
| Rear Tire |
190/55 ZR17 |
| Front Brakes |
Brembo dual semi-floating 330mm discs with dual radial mounted monobloc 4-piston calipers, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Braking System (KIBS) (ABS only) |
| Rear Brakes |
Single 220mm disc with aluminum single-piston caliper, Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS) (ABS only) |
| Frame Type |
Aluminum perimeter |
| Rake/Trail |
25.0°/4.1 in |
| Overall Length |
82.1 in |
| Overall Width |
29.5 in |
| Overall Height |
46.7 in |
| Ground Clearance |
5.3 in |
| Seat Height |
32.9 in |
| Curb Weight |
456.4 lb* (ABS), 452.0 lb* (non-ABS) |
| Fuel Capacity |
4.5 gal |
| Wheelbase |
57.1 in |
| Color Choices |
Metallic Flat Spark Black/Ebony |
| Warranty |
12 Month Limited Warranty |
