Engineered by Kawasaki for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R ABS features a 1441 cc (87.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 207 HP (151.1 kW) at 10,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 158 Nm (116.5 lb-ft) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 143.7 HP per liter and a 3,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,500 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 ZX-14R ABS measures 269 kg (593 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.77 HP/kg (1.3 kg per horsepower). 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 1,481 mm (58.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 22-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 2014 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
143.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.77 HP/kg (1.3 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,500–10,500 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1441.0 ccm (87.93 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Power207.0 HP (151.1 kW)) @ 10500 RPM
Torque158.0 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.5 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM
Compression12.3:1
Bore x Stroke84.0 x 65.0 mm (3.3 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. DFI with four 44mm Mikuni throttle bodies
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCBI with digital advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchSlipper clutch
DrivelineSealed chain
Chassis
Frame TypeAluminum monocoque
Rake23.0°
Trail94 mm (3.7 inches)
Front Suspension43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionBottom-link Uni-Trak® and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height
Rear Travel124 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheelbase1481 mm (58.3 inches)
Ground Clearance125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Front Brake Ø310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.269.0 kg (593.0 pounds)
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1171 mm (46.1 inches)
Overall Length2170 mm (85.4 inches)
Overall Width770 mm (30.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsMetallic Diablo Black/Goldern Blazed Green
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