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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R - 2014 Specifications and Reviews
The 2014 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R is a hyperbike designed for experienced riders seeking extreme performance and top speed. Powered by a 1441cc inline-four engine producing impressive horsepower, it combines lightweight construction with advanced technology like digital fuel injection and liquid cooling. Best known for dominating quarter-mile acceleration and highway cruising, this sport-touring machine remains one of the fastest production motorcycles available.
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2014 |
| Model | Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | X-Ring Chain |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI with Digital Advance |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI with four 44mm Mikuni throttle bodies |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 84.0 x 65.0 mm (3.3 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression | 12.3:1 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1441.00 ccm (87.93 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front brakes diameter | 310 mm (12.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Floating discs. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-link Uni-Trak and gas-charged shock with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.9 in. |
| Front suspension | 43mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, 18-way compression and 15-way rebound damping adjustment / 4.6 in. |
| Trail | 94 mm (3.7 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 23.0° |
| Frame type | Aluminum perimeter |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 21.95 litres (5.80 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,481 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 124 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 770 mm (30.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,169 mm (85.4 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,171 mm (46.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 265.0 kg (584.3 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Flat Ebony/Ebony |
| Factory warranty | 12 months |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
2.6s
0-60 mph (est.)
Best For
Track75%
City45%
Cornering65%
Daily Riding55%
Touring78%
Passenger75%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a hyper-sport machine best suited to experienced riders who respect its massive torque and top-end power. |
| Purpose | Built as a hyper-sport/sport-touring hybrid, it excels at high-speed highway blasts and drag-strip style acceleration rather than tight technical riding. |
| Rider Fit | At nearly 270 kg with a low 800mm seat height, it feels manageable at a stop but demands strength and confidence when maneuvering at low speed or on inclines. |
| Character | The ZX-14R is a brutally fast, smooth-running in-line four cruiser-sportbike hybrid that prioritizes effortless long-distance speed over razor-sharp agility. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not a good fit for new riders, tight urban commuting, or anyone seeking a lightweight, flickable cornering tool. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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