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Ninja R

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38 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.24 hp/kg
Torque
22 Nm
Engine
150 ccm

2015 Kawasaki Ninja R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2015 Kawasaki Ninja R sport motorcycle, Kawasaki utilizes a 150 cc (9.2 cu in) single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 30.1 HP (22 kW) at 10,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 21.6 Nm (15.9 lb-ft) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 200.7 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (9,000 rpm) and peak power (10,500 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.

On the scales, the Ninja R measures 124.5 kg (274 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.24 HP/kg (4.14 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,305 mm (51.4 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 10.8-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Specific Output
200.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.24 HP/kg (4.14 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
9,000–10,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Reed valve
Power 30.1 HP (22.0 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
Torque 21.6 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 15.9 ft.lbs) @ 9000 RPM
Compression 6.8:1
Bore x Stroke 59.0 x 54.4 mm (2.3 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. Keihin PWL 26
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Uni-track
Wheelbase 1305 mm (51.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 2.75-17
Rear Tyre 3.00-18
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 124.5 kg (274.5 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.2418 HP/kg
Overall Length 1955 mm (77.0 inches)
Fuel Capacity 10.80 litres (2.85 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Green, orange, black
Notes

Sold in Asia.

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A2 license compatible, manageable power.
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