What category is the 2022 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR?

General information
Category	Sport
Model	Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR
Year	2022
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Exhaust system	Heat-resistant titanium alloy
Emission details	Euro 5
Greenhouse gases	136.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Fuel consumption	5.90 litres/100 km (16.9 km/l or 39.87 mpg)
Driveline	Sealed chain
Clutch	Wet multi-disc, manual
Transmission type	Chain (final drive)
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Lubrication system	Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
Ignition	TCBI with digital advance
Fuel control	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel system	Injection. 47 mm x 4 with dual injection
Valves per Cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Compression	13.0:1
Torque	111.8 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.5 ft.lbs) @ 11700 RPM
Power	204.0 HP (148.9 kW) @ 14000 RPM
Engine type	In-line four, four-stroke
Capacity:	998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes	Single disc
Diameter	330 mm (13.0 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Brembo
Rear tire	190/55-ZR17
Front tire	120/70-ZR17
Rear wheel travel	115 mm (4.5 inches)
Rear Suspension	Horizontal Back-link with gas-charged shock and top-out spring. Compression damping
Front wheel travel	120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front Suspension	43mm inverted Balance Free Fork, adjustable stepless rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability
Trail	105 mm (4.1 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	25.0°
Frame type	Twin spar, cast aluminium
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Wheelbase	1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance	135 mm (5.3 inches)
Overall width	750 mm (29.5 inches)
Overall length	2085 mm (82.1 inches)
Overall height	1145 mm (45.1 inches)
Seat height	835 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	207.0 kg (456.4 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Max power with RAM air 157.5 kW/214 PS at 14,000 RPM. Production limited to 500 units.
Factory warranty	24 month warranty unlimited mileage
Starter	Electric
Color options	Lime Green

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

204 hp

Peak Power

2.9s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track97%

City30%

Cornering95%

Daily Riding25%

Touring20%

Passenger15%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a homologation-special superbike best suited to advanced and expert riders with prior experience on high-performance liter-class machines.
Purpose	Built primarily for track days and competitive circuit riding, with road use very much a secondary consideration.
Rider Fit	Demands a fit, committed rider comfortable with an aggressive forward-leaning riding position and high footpegs for extended track sessions.
Character	A razor-sharp, race-bred flagship that rewards precise inputs with explosive acceleration and razor-edged cornering ability.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for beginners, commuters, or anyone seeking a comfortable everyday or long-distance touring machine.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

Rider Fit Visualizer

2022 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 835mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2022 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10RR, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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