Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
To truly appreciate an open class sportbike, a rider must possess a heightened sense of passion – passion for mind-boggling power and confidence-inspiring handling. These are the very attributes that describe the Kawasaki NINJA® ZX-12R motorcycle, and only the most serious rider need apply. |
General information |
Model name
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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12 R |
Year model
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2005 |
Type
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Sport |
Price as new | US$ 10999. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
Rating
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3.8 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
Engine and transmission |
Engine size
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1200.0 ccm (73.22 cubic inches) |
Type of engine
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In-line four, four-stroke |
Compression
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12.2:1 |
Bore x stroke
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83.0 x 55.4 mm (3.3 x 2.2 inches) |
Valves per cylinder
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4 |
Fuel system
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Injection. Fuel injection with 46mm throttle bodies and sub throttles |
Fuel control
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Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) |
Ignition
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Digital |
Cooling system
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Liquid |
Gearbox
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6-speed |
Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
Frame type
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Aluminum monocoque |
Rake (fork angle)
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23.5° |
Front suspension
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43mm inverted hydraulic telescopic fork with adjustable compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload |
Rear suspension
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UNI-TRAK® system with single shock, adjustable compression and rebound damping, adjustable ride height, and adjustable preload |
Front tire
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120/70-17 |
Rear tire
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200/50-17 |
Front brakes
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Double disc. Hydralic. |
Diameter
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320 mm (12.6 inches) |
Rear brakes
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Single disc. Hydraulic. |
Diameter
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230 mm (9.1 inches) |
Physical measures and capacities |
Dry weight
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210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) |
Seat height
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820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Overall height
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1199 mm (47.2 inches) |
Overall width
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739 mm (29.1 inches) |
Ground clearance
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119 mm (4.7 inches) |
Wheelbase
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1450 mm (57.1 inches) |
Fuel capacity
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18.92 litres (5.00 US gallons) |
Other specifications |
Color options
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Metallic Spark Black |
Starter
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Electric |
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