2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10 R Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Kawasaki's sport motorcycle platform, the 2005 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10 R utilizes a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) with a 12.7:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Ninja ZX-10 R measures 170.1 kg (375 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 826 mm (32.5 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,384 mm (54.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 17.03-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2005 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
826 mm (32.5 in)
Engine
Displacement998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Compression12.7:1
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin CVK34 x 2
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCBI with digital advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeAll-aluminum twin-tube backbone
Rake24.0°
Front Suspension43mm forks with 16-way compression and rebound damping, fully adjustable preload
Rear SuspensionGull-type aluminum swingarm, UNI-TRAK® linkage system, fully adjustable gas-charged shock with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload, adjustable ride height
Wheelbase1384 mm (54.5 inches)
Ground Clearance124 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Hydralic petal disc with radial-mounted, opposed four-piston caliper.
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic petal disc with single-piston caliper
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight170.1 kg (374.9 pounds)
Seat Height826 mm (32.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1115 mm (43.9 inches)
Overall Width706 mm (27.8 inches)
Fuel Capacity17.03 litres (4.50 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsKawasaki Lime Green / Stoic Black, Metallic Raw Titanium / Flat Stoic Black , Pearl Maoma Red / Flat Stoic Black
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
