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Ninja Zx4R ABS

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44 /100 Commuter
Power
56 HP
Torque
36 Nm
Engine
400 ccm

2026 Kawasaki Ninja Zx4R ABS Key Specifications & Summary

The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja Zx4R ABS is a sport motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki, equipped with a 400 cc displacement unit. In factory trim, the engine delivers a rated power of 56.0 hp and peak torque of 26.5 lb-ft @ 11,000 rpm, paired with a 6-speed, return shift transmission and chain final drive.

For rider ergonomics and real-world handling, key chassis measurements include a dry weight of 383.7 lb, seat height of 31.5 in, fuel capacity of 4.0 gal. Review the complete factory specification tables below to evaluate engine internals, suspension travel, braking hardware, tyre sizes and ownership estimates, or compare the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja Zx4R ABS side by side against rival models in the Sport lineup.

Engine
Displacement 400 cc
Engine Details 4-stroke, in-line 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled
Power 56.0 hp
Torque 26.5 lb-ft @ 11,000 rpm
Compression 12.3:1
Bore x Stroke 57.0 x 39.1mm
Fuel System DFI® with 34mm throttle valves (4)
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed, return shift
Final Drive Chain
Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual
Performance
Fuel Consumption 5.1 l/100km
Chassis
Frame Type Trellis, high-tensile steel
Trail 97 mm
Front Suspension 37mm inverted Showa fork with SFF-BP internals/4.7 in
Rear Suspension Horizontal back-link, Showa shock w/ adjustable spring preload/4.4 in
Wheelbase 54.3 in
Ground Clearance 5.3 in
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/70-17
Rear Tyre 160/60-17
Front Brakes Dual 290mm semi-floating discs with radial-mount 4-piston monobloc caliper and ABS
Front Brake Ø Ø 290 mm
Rear Brakes Single 220mm disc with single-piston caliper and ABS
Rear Brake Ø Ø 220 mm
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 383.7 lb
Weight incl. 414.5 lb
Seat Height 31.5 in
Overall Height 43.7 in
Overall Length 78.3 in
Overall Width 30.1 in
Fuel Capacity 4.0 gal
Other
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Transmission
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