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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS - 2013 Specifications and Reviews
The 2013 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS is a cutting-edge superbike engineered for experienced track-focused riders. Its 998cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine delivers extreme performance with advanced features including direct fuel injection, Sport Kawasaki Traction Control, and ABS technology. This machine is best known for blending raw power with sophisticated electronics to dominate both road and circuit.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2013 |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja ZX -10R ABS |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI with digital advance and Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC) |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI with four 47mm Keihin throttle bodies with oval sub-throttles, two injectors per cylinder |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) |
| Compression | 13.0:1 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 998.00 ccm (60.90 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Petal disc with aluminum single-piston caliper |
| Front brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Petal discs with dual four-piston radial-mount calipers |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal back-link with gas-charged shock, stepless, dual-range (low-/high-speed) compression damping, stepless rebound damping, fully adjustable spring preload / 5.5 in. |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted Big Piston Fork (BPF), adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability / 4.7 in. |
| Trail | 107 mm (4.2 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.0° |
| Frame type | Aluminum perimeter |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 17.03 litres (4.50 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,425 mm (56.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 714 mm (28.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,075 mm (81.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,115 mm (43.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 201.0 kg (443.2 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Lime Green/Metallic Spark Black, Pearl Flat White/Metallic Spark Black |
| Factory warranty | 12 Months |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
3s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track95%
City35%
Cornering92%
Daily Riding30%
Touring30%
Passenger20%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a machine best suited to experienced, skilled riders comfortable with a supersport's aggressive demands. |
| Purpose | Built primarily for track-focused performance and high-speed cornering rather than everyday practicality. |
| Rider Fit | Expect an aggressive, forward-leaning riding position that places significant weight on the wrists and demands core strength during hard riding. |
| Character | A razor-sharp, race-bred literbike with an in-line four engine character that rewards precise, committed inputs. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not a good fit for beginners, commuters seeking comfort, or riders planning long-distance touring or passenger duty. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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