Sport · 1996

ZX-7R Ninja

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Technical Overview

1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R Ninja Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Kawasaki's sport motorcycle platform, the 1996 Kawasaki ZX-7R Ninja pairs a 748 cc (45.6 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing.

On the scales, the ZX-7R Ninja measures 203 kg (448 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance.

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 1996 to 2002, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Standover Height

790 mm (31.1 in)

Engine

Displacement 748.0 ccm (45.64 cubic inches)

Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke

Engine Details In-line four, four-stroke

Valves/Cylinder 4

Cooling Liquid

Transmission

Gearbox 6-speed

Final Drive Chain (final drive)

Wheels & Brakes

Front Brakes Dual disc

Rear Brakes Single disc

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight 203.0 kg (447.5 pounds)

Seat Height 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.

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Seat Height

79 cm / 31.1 in

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