Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS 30th Anniversary - 2015 Specifications and Reviews

The 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS 30th Anniversary is a superbike engineered for experienced trackday and street riders seeking extreme performance. Known for its aggressive styling, powerful engine, and advanced ABS braking system, it delivers cutting-edge sportbike capability with agile handling at aggressive lean angles.

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General information

CategorySport
Year2015
ModelKawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS 30th Anniversary

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission type,final driveChain
Gearbox6-speed
Cooling systemLiquid
IgnitionTCBI with digital advance and Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC)
Fuel controlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel systemInjection. DFI with four 47mm Keihin throttle bodies with oval sub-throttles, two injectors per cylinder
Valves per cylinder4
Bore x Stroke76.0 x 55.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Compression13.0:1
Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
 
 

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
Front brakes diameter310 mm (12.2 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc. ABS. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
Rear tyre190/55-ZR17
Front tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear SuspensionHorizontal 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 Suspension43mm inverted Big Piston Fork (BPF), adjustable rebound and compression damping, spring preload adjustability / 4.7 in.
Trail107 mm (4.2 inches)
Rake (fork angle)25.0°
Frame typeAluminum perimeter

Physical measures and capacities

Fuel capacity17.03 litres (4.50 gallons)
Wheelbase1,425 mm (56.1 inches)
Overall width714 mm (28.1 inches)
Overall length2,075 mm (81.7 inches)
Overall height1,115 mm (43.9 inches)
Seat height813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc201.0 kg (443.2 pounds)
 
 

Other specs

MaintenanceFind parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
CommentsAlso available without ABS.
Factory warranty12 Months
StarterElectric
Color optionsLime Green/Pearl Stardust White

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

3s
0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track97%
City30%
Cornering95%
Daily Riding30%
Touring20%
Passenger15%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a demanding literbike best suited to experienced riders who are comfortable with aggressive power delivery and track-focused ergonomics.
PurposeBuilt primarily for high-speed track riding and aggressive sport road use, with everyday practicality as a distant afterthought.
Rider FitExpect a committed forward-leaning riding position with high footpegs and a low, wrist-loaded reach to the bars, which can tire riders quickly at low speeds or on long rides.
CharacterA no-compromise superbike with a race-derived chassis, top-tier electronics like S-KTRC traction control, and razor-sharp handling that rewards precise, confident inputs.
Not Ideal ForThis is not a good fit for new riders, commuters seeking comfort, or anyone planning long-distance touring or two-up travel.

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

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2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS 30th Anniversary Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 813mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2015 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R ABS 30th Anniversary, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 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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