At the heart of the 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 sport motorcycle, Kawasaki features a 1352 cc (82.5 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 208.8 Nm (154 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 84.0 x 61.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches) with a 12.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Ninja ZX-14 measures 220 kg (485 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,461 mm (57.5 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 21.95-liter (5.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
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.
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1352.0 ccm (82.50 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Torque208.8 Nm (21.3 kgf-m or 154.0 ft.lbs)
Compression12.0:1
Bore x Stroke84.0 x 61.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCBI with Digital Advance
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle, high-tensile steel
Rake23.0°
Trail94 mm (3.7 inches)
Front Suspension43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments / 4.6 in.
Rear SuspensionBottom-Link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.8 in.
Wheelbase1461 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1171 mm (46.1 inches)
Overall Length2169 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall Width759 mm (29.9 inches)
Fuel Capacity21.95 litres (5.80 US gallons)
Other
Color OptionsMetallic Midnight Sapphire Blue, Atomic Silver, Special Edition: Metallic Flat Spark Black/Metallic Persimmon Red
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
Fuel capacity helps estimate touring range and how often you may need to stop.
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.
