2012 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS

Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS 2012


2012 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
Like the original – and highly acclaimed – Ninja 1000 of 1986, the 2012 version delivers a dominating mix of power, handling, looks, technology and rideability. Here’s a sportbike that delivers an aesthetic uppercut the instant you lay eyes on it – and then follows up the punch with brilliant all-around performance you’ll quickly learn to love.

General information
Model Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS
Year 2012
Category Sport
Price as newUS$ 11899. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 1043.0 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine type In-line four, four-stroke
Compression 11.8:1
Bore x stroke 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Carburettor. DFI with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition TCBI with digital advance
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Driveline X-ring Chain
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Aluminum backbone frame
Rake (fork angle) 24.5°
Trail 102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front suspension 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear suspension Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in.
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 190/50-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc
Diameter 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Diameter 250 mm (9.8 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc 231.1 kg (509.4 pounds)
Seat height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1229 mm (48.4 inches)
Overall length 2106 mm (82.9 inches)
Overall width 790 mm (31.1 inches)
Wheelbase 1445 mm (56.9 inches)
Fuel capacity 18.93 litres (5.00 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Flat Micron Gray, Candy Lime Green/Ebony
Factory warranty 12 Months
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