Kawasaki Ninja ZX12R

With the Kawasaki ZX12R Ninja, Kawasaki plunged into the high-performance sportbike war raging among the Japanese motorcycle manufacturers. The Ninja’s liquid-cooled, 1199cc DOHC, 16-valve 4-cylinder engine generates a peak power of 178 bhp at 10500 rpm.

The Kawasaki Ninja’s revolutionary all-aluminium monocoque frame and cast steering swingarm pivot areas realise an extremely stiff structure and contribute to the bike’s superb high-speed stability and supersport handling performance.

Kawasaki ZX12R Ninja,

The ZX12R’s wind-tunnel designed fairing was developed with help from Kawasaki’s aircraft division and the redesigned upper cowl has a shorter nose for improved aerodynamics and a sportier look.

In honour of an agreement reached among Japanese manufacturers, starting with 2001 models, Kawasaki introduced speed limiters in the ZX-12R to reduce the bike’s top speed to 300 km/h.
Kawasaki ZX12R Ninja Technical SpecificationsEngine Four-stroke, DOHC, inline four
Displacement 1,198cc
Starting Electric
Bore x stroke 83.0 x 55.4mm
Compression ratio 12.2:1
Cooling Liquid
Carburetion Fuel injection with 46mm throttle bodies and sub throttles
Ignition Digital
Transmission Six-speed
Frame Aluminum monocoque
Rake / trail 23.5° / 3.9 in.
Suspension (front) 43mm inverted hydraulic telescopic fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload
Suspension ( rear) UNI-TRAK® system with single shock, adjustable compression and rebound damping, adjustable ride height, and adjustable preload
Wheel el (front) 4.7 in.
Wheel travel (rear) 5.5 in.
Tire (front) 120/70 x 17 tubeless
Tire (rear) 200/50 x 17 tubeless
Front brake 320mm dual hydraulic discs
Rear brake 230 single hydraulic disc
Overall length 82.1 in.
Overall width 29.1 in.
Overall height 47.2 in.
Ground clearance 4.7 in.
Seat height 32.3 in.
Dry weight 463 lbs.
Fuel capacity 5.0 gal.
Wheelbase 57.1 in.

Motorcycles are unique as compared to automobiles due to their incredible speed, and the lack of protection that is afforded to the operator. Most of bigbikers and riders should always first initiative on insuring that they have motorcycle insurance policy. Additionally, many motorcycle owners are younger people with less driving experience. For these reasons, insurance companies are very careful when getting motorcycle insurance quote.

■ 2011 kawasaki Ninja 400R for perfect ride

The new born from Kawasaki blood is now out available right in the market. The Kawasaki 400 er-4F images are now out and are quite stunning. The teaser images were out last week and newer images are now in the market. 


The new er-4f is ready to shake the old image that the 400cc earlier had and is ready to rock the market. 

The bike is supposed to match perfectly to the Indian roads with its 43PS of power, ample torque and just the right mix of nimble handling and a comfy, upright seating position.

Main Features

• Torque and Speed – Great at middle and low rev performance


• Engine – 400cc new engine


• The bike features 34mm throttle body that provides excellent throttle response and smooth output characteristics.


• Lightweight high-tensile steel construction.


• Nimble handling characteristics.


• Monoshock placed to the right – for a distinctive body design and great shock absorption.


• Rear engine mounts and other rubber insertions reduce vibrations


• Effective wind protection with high-stage windscreen.


• The central duct at the front reduces air-resistance, contributing to comfort at high speeds.


• Dual front disc brakes, single rear.


• To help reduce unsprung weight and sporty look, employs six-spoke wheels.


• The instrument panel is multi-functional uses of the image of a racing red backlight. Digital Table


• The speedometer shows, formula bar graph tachometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel gauge, clock Display.


• Dual headlights.


• The tail lamps are compact and offer excellent visibility using LED bulbs.

Fuel tank capacity – 15L
Seating capacity – 2
Proving ground mileage 37.0km / L (@60km / h ・ reported the Ministry of Land)
Minimum turning radius 2.7m
MSRP ¥ 649,000

Motorcycles are unique as compared to automobiles due to their incredible speed, and the lack of protection that is afforded to the operator. Most of bigbikers and riders should always first initiative on insuring that they have motorcycle insurance policy. Additionally, many motorcycle owners are younger people with less driving experience. For these reasons, insurance companies are very careful when getting motorcycle insurance quote.