At the heart of the 2012 Kawasaki ZZR1400 sport motorcycle, Kawasaki relies on a 1441 cc (87.9 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 84.0 x 65.0 mm (3.3 x 2.6 inches) with a 12.3:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the ZZR1400 measures 265 kg (584 lbs) wet (curb). 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 1,460 mm (57.5 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 2008 to 2020, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1441.0 ccm (87.93 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Compression12.3:1
Bore x Stroke84.0 x 65.0 mm (3.3 x 2.6 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. 44 mm x 4 (Mikuni)
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionDigital
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet mDouble disk, manual
DrivelineSealed Chain
Performance
ExhaustDual Akrapovic slip-on system
Chassis
Frame TypeMonocoque, aluminium
Rake23.0°
Trail94 mm (3.7 inches)
Front Suspension43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. 13-way Compression damping. 11-way Rebound damping. Fully adjustable Spring preload.
Rear SuspensionBottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock. Stepless Compression damping. Stepless Rebound damping. Fully adjustable Spring preload.
Wheelbase1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Ground Clearance125 mm (4.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. ABS. Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad
Front Brake Ø310 mm (12.2 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. ABS. Opposed, twin-piston
Rear Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.265.0 kg (584.2 pounds)
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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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.
