Built around Kawasaki's sport motorcycle platform, the 2006 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 relies on a 1352 cc (82.5 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 187 HP (136.5 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 138.3 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2006 to 2010, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
138.3 HP/L
Engine
Displacement1352.0 ccm (82.50 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power187.0 HP (136.5 kW))
Compression12.7:1
Bore x Stroke84.0 x 61.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. DFI with Mikuni 44mm Throttle Bodies (4)
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCBI with Digital Advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension43mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with Adjustable
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak with Adjustable Preload, Stepless
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-VR18
Rear Tyre150/80-VR16
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsPassion Red, Ebony, Candy Thunder Blue
Notes
ZX-14 is the same bike as the ZZR 1400. Kawasaki has chosen different names for different geographic markets. Note that the bike has 197 horse powers with the ram-air system in effect!
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Power
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Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
