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36/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.13 hp/kg
Torque
14 Nm
Engine
160 ccm
Technical Overview
2023 Kawasaki Rouser NS160 Fi Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
At the heart of the 2023 Kawasaki Rouser NS160 Fi naked motorcycle, Kawasaki pairs a 160.3 cc (9.8 cu in) oil & air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 16 HP (11.7 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 14.2 Nm (10.5 lb-ft) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 99.8 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (7,000 rpm) and peak power (9,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Rouser NS160 Fi measures 125 kg (276 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.81 kg per horsepower). The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
99.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.81 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,000–9,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement160.3 ccm (9.78 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power16.0 HP (11.7 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Torque14.2 Nm (1.4 kgf-m or 10.5 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM
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Power
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Torque
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
