2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R

KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-10R HIGHLIGHTS

Price : $11,799.00
Bodystyle : Super sportsbike
Warranty : 12 months
Manufacturer Country : Japan
Model Year : 2009
Displacement (cc) : 998
Engine Type : Horizontal In-line

VEHICLE REVIEW

2009 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Creating a superbike engine and chassis combination that is competent enough to delight professional racers, yet still possesses valuable streetbike qualities to satisfy mainstream riders is a delicate balancing act to say the least. However, Kawasaki sportbike engineers aren’t your average slide rule gang. They gathered an extensive amount of superbike racing knowledge and distilled it into the latest Ninja® ZX™-10R, to create a machine that dominates, regardless of the locale.

Utilize the power sharing, most advance features, extremely superb in the racing tracks

Motivating this impressive package is a fearsome 998cc, four-cylinder engine that offers a strong mid-range punch followed by an eye-watering high-rpm crescendo. Part of the motor’s success is its efficient respiratory system – the bank of four 43mm Keihin throttle bodies with oval sub-throttles. Controlled by Kawasaki’s digital fuel injection (DFI®) system and featuring two injectors per cylinder, the throttle bodies utilize the airbox’s efficient design to maximize flow for improved cylinder filling and maximum power output. On par with the impressive intake side, the equally efficient exhaust system lets the engine exhale with ease, while generating less noise and minimizing emissions. An excellent power delivery demands a top-notch transmission and the ZX-10R’s is no exception. With gearing optimized to match the engine output, the transmission and engine are essentially a race-ready team with performance similar to Kawasaki’s factory Superbikes. More racing heritage is found in its adjustable slipper clutch, which allows riders to dole out quick downshifts without upsetting the fine-tuned chassis. The ZX-10R also has the Kawasaki Ignition Management System (KIMS) to enhance the precision with which the engine reacts to throttle changes. The KIMS works to prevent engine and catalyzer damage from sudden spikes in engine speed, providing a smooth and controlled throttle response to the rider. The system works by monitoring the standard DFI system’s input data (engine speed, throttle position, vehicle speed, gear position and feedback from intake air temperature, intake air pressure, engine temperature and O2 sensors), and checking every 0.02 seconds for any sudden changes in RPM. It doesn’t interfere with normal operation and still allows the engine to rev freely under typical riding conditions.The track oriented and fully-adjustable 43mm inverted fork and advanced rear suspension design supplement the ZX-10R’s chassis feedback capabilities. The fork tubes have Diamond Like Carbon (DLC) coating for less stiction and enhanced feedback, while locating the springs at the bottom of the fork legs helps reduce oil frothing for more consistent damping performance. The fully-adjustable rear shock includes low and high-speed compression damping for better fine-tuning capabilities and connects to the aluminum swingarm via the latest Uni-Trak® linkage design. Light, stiff and precise squeeze-cast wheels keep unsprung weight down and improve suspension action. Their reduced rotational inertia further enhances the 10R’s quick steering and acceleration.

OVERVIEW SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE

Four-Cylinder, DOHC 998cc Engine

Very compact, narrow and lightweight design - One-piece upper crankcase and cylinder casting saves weight and offers increased rigidity

Oil is routed through channels milled into the cases on various parts of the engine, eliminating oil lines and saving weight

Stacked triangular layout of crank axis, input shaft and output shaft reduces engine length and lowers the center of gravity

Lightweight crankshaft maintains the same inertial moment as heavier design but saves about two pounds

Low friction oil pump reduction ratio

Water pump uses the same type impeller as the ZX-14 with pump rpm optimized for less friction

Lightweight Denso radiator with tightly packed cores

Specially designed internal fins on the liquid-cooled, aluminum oil cooler for high efficiency heat dissipation

Intake ports, exhaust ports and combustion chambers designed for optimum flow efficiency and top-end power

Exhaust ports are narrower at the midpoint and larger at the opening to promote higher exhaust velocity

24.5mm diameter exhaust valves

Lift profiles of the cam lobes are designed to deliver more power at high rpm and make it easier to tune the engine for racing

Secondary fuel injectors improve top-end power output and power characteristics

Oval cross-sectioned throttle bodies allow more precise throttle control and response

Compact flat-type fuel pump takes up less fuel tank space

Bore (in) : 2.99
Bore (mm) :76
Carburetion Brand : Keihin
Compression Ratio : 12.91
Cooling : Liquid
Cylinders :4
Displacement (cc) :998
Displacement (ci) : 60.9
Emissions Standards :Meets Euro 3 Emissions
Engine Configuration : Horizontal In-line
Engine Type : 4-Stroke
Fuel Injector : Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm) : 43
Fuel System Type : Fuel Injected
Ram Air Induction : Yes
Starter : Electric
Stroke (in) : 2.17
Stroke (mm) : 55
Valve Configuration : DOHC
Valves : 16
Valves Per Cylinder : 4

PERFORMANCE

Engine Displacement to Weight (cc) : 2.53
Torque (Ft Lbs) : 83.2
Torque (Nm) : 112.8
Torque RPM : 8700

TRANSMISSION

Gear ratios suit the power characteristics for ideal power delivery in the low and high-rpm ranges

Final reduction ratio of 17/41 intensifies the acceleration
Features an adjustable back-torque limiting clutch
Number Of Speeds : 6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel) : Chain
Reverse : No
Transmission Type : Manual

SUSPENSION & STEERING

Unique twin-spar frame features an optimized stiffness balance through a mixture of materials, shapes and thicknesses, which alleviate critical stress concentrations
Ribbing on the interior of the pivot plate where it joins the frame’s upper cross member slightly slows down the frame feedback for a more accurate feel
Swingarm pivot located to aid with the front-rear weight balance
Lightweight, two-piece, aluminum die-cast sub-frame is mounted to the frame’s upper cross member, so rear suspension feedback is transmitted more directly to the rider
Narrow sub-frame layout contributes to the compact and slim rear of the bike
Pressed beam swingarm delivers a level of feel and feedback unobtainable with a cast swingarm
Swingarm features a top-mounted brace that contributes to the superb high-speed stability of the chassis
DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) fork tube coating on the fully adjustable 43mm inverted fork improves fork action with less friction, smoother action and better road holding
Bottom mounted springs completely submerged in oil for reduced frothing and improved damping performance, fork action and road-following ability
Fully adjustable shock features dual (low- and high-speed) compression damping, providing the fine-tuning needed for racing
Adjustable Öhlins steering damper with relief valve and twin-tube design, developed specifically for the Ninja ZX-10R is fitted as standard equipment to ensure stable damping performance even under racing conditions
Air Adjustable : No
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load : Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping : Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut : No
Front Fork Diameter (in) : 1.7
Front Fork Diameter (mm) : 43
Front Suspension Type : Inverted Fork
Front Travel (in) : 4.7
Front Travel (mm) : 119.4
Number Rear Shock Absorbers : 1
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping : Yes
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load : Yes
Rear Suspension Brand Name : UNI-TRAK
Rear Suspension Type : Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Swingarm Material : Aluminum
Rear Travel (in) : 4.9
Rear Travel (mm) : 124.5
Steering Damper : Yes

WHEELS

Front Wheel Diameter : 17
Rear Wheel Diameter : 17
Tube / Tubeless : Tubeless
Wheels Composition : Aluminum

TIRES

Front Tire (Full Spec) : 120/70 ZR17
Front Tire Aspect Ratio : 70
Front Tire Speed Rating : Z
Front Tire Width : 120
Rear Tire (Full Spec) : 190/55 ZR17
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio : 55
Rear Tire Speed Rating : Z
Rear Tire Width : 190

BRAKES

Brake Brand Name : Tokico
Front Brake Diameter (in) : 12.2
Front Brake Diameter (mm) : 310
Front Brake Type : Dual Disc
Front Caliper Pistons : 4
Rear Brake Diameter (in) : 8.7
Rear Brake Diameter (mm) : 220
Rear Brake Type : Disc
Rear Caliper Pistons : 1

IGNITION SYSTEM

Kawasaki Ignition Management System (KIMS) helps curtail sudden spikes in engine speed, enhancing the rider’s control of power delivery
Designed not to interfere with the rider’s inputs, the complex ECU program remains passive, unless the change in engine speed exceeds the predicted response for the given parameters, the KIMS will not engage
Monitors engine speed, throttle position, vehicle speed, gear position, FI input data (feedback from intake air temperature, intake air pressure, engine temperature and O2 sensors), and rate of RPM change, then adjusts ignition timing to help regulate power delivery
Only possible to adjust the parameters with an accessory racing (circuit-use only) kit installed

SEATS

Adjustable : No
Detachable Passenger Seat : Standard
Grab Rail or Strap : Standard
Number Of Seats : 2
Seat Height (in) : 32.7
Seat Height (mm) : 830.6
Seat Location : Driver and Passenger
Seat Material : Vinyl
Seat Specifications : Standard
Seat Tail Cover : Standard
Seat Type : Two-Piece

BODYWORK

Adjustable : No
Belt Guard : No
Body Material : Plastic
Brush Guard : No
Chain Guard : Yes
Construction : Standard
Drive Shaft Cover : No
Drive Shaft Guard : No
Exterior Covers : Standard
Exterior Guards : Standard
Foot Peg Location : Driver and Passenger
Foot Peg Material : Aluminum
Fork Guards : No
Frame : Aluminum
Front Fender : Standard
Front Fender Material : Plastic
Hand Grip Material : Rubber
Hand Grips : Standard
Hand Guards : No
Heel Guards : No
License Plate : Standard
Light Guard : No
Lower Fairing : Standard
Rear Fender : Standard
Rear Fender Material : Plastic
Rearview Mirrors Folding : Yes
Saddle Bag Guard : No
Spoiler : Standard
Stand : Standard
Stand Type : Kick
Tank Cover : No
Upper Fairing : Standard

FUEL CAPACITY

Fuel Capacity (gal) : 4.5
Fuel Capacity (l) : 17

EXHAUST SYSTEM

Features a pre-chamber under the engine to reduce exhaust noise, and minimize silencer volume
Palladium catalyzer helps the ZX-10R to meet strict Euro-III exhaust emissions standards
Single orthogonal, titanium silencer, along with the pre-chamber, lowers the bike’s center of gravity and improves exhaust efficiency

COLOURS

Ebony, Candy Burnt Orange
Flat Super Black
Special Edition Lime Green
Metallic Diablo Black

DIMENSIONS

Capacities : Standard
Dimensions : Standard
Dry Weight (kg) : 179
Dry Weight (lbs) : 394.7
Handlebar Lock : Standard
Height (in) : 44.7
Height (mm) : 1135.4
Length (in) : 83.1
Length (mm) : 2110.7
Manufacturer Country : Japan
Manufacturer Type : Super Bike
MIC Model Segment : ON-HWY Sport Bike Over 750cc
Product Type : Motorcycle / Scooter
Rake (degrees) : 25.5
Revision Status : Carryover
Trail (in) : 4.3
Trail (mm) : 109.2
Weight : Standard
Wet Weight (kg) : 208
Wet Weight (lbs) : 458.6
Wheelbase (in) : 55.7
Wheelbase (mm) :1414.8
Width (in) :28
Width (mm) : 711.2