The most powerful motorcycle in the world which in production. Do you believe this bike can make 350 kmph? Yeah baby! This can do it. But, it's electronically restricted to 299 kmph. With the ZX-14R the intention of its makers is transparent that is to be killer of Suzuki Hayabusa.. Well, the ZX-14R shares the body language of its rival. And being shaded with trademark green theme, Kawasaki does a great move in the supersport motorcycle class.
Massive is its engine, a 1441cc, Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four, DOHC, 16 valves engine, which delivers a gorgeous power of 200 PS at 10,000 rpm and a stunning torque of 162.5 N·m at 7,500 rpm. Its engine is coupled with a 6 speed transmission.
Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock and top-out spring
Tyres
Front Tyre
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre
190/50ZR17M/C (73W)
Dimensions
Length
2170mm
Width
770mm
Height
1170mm
Wheelbase
1480 mm
Weight
268kg
Ground Clearance
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
22 litres
First Impression Review
An ultimate foe to the renowned Hayabusa. The ZX-14R is one of the most advanced and fast motorcycles one could have on the roads and tracks alike. At first glance, the ZX-14R may look like a fat and lazy motorcycle, but the Zx-14R has undergone a wind-tunnel-tested aerodynamic bodywork frame. The big appearance flows from head to tail in this superb sports bike.
One could spot a ZX-14R from distance with its unique bodywork and front fairing design. The side fairing with awesome graphics and the front fairing with embedded headlamps differentiates this ultimate monster form the entire Ninja clan.
The ZX-14R has an ultra-powerful 1,441cc inline four-cylinder engine that has the firing power to spill out 200 PS at 10,000 rpm and a 162.5 N·m at 7,500 rpm. The 14R is wedded to a 6-speed gearbox and make uses of Electric fuel injection technology.
The ZX-14R has an innovative monocoque frame and comes with stunning bodywork that ensures the sensation of see–and feel–to believe, power and excellence. The fearless innovation of Kawasaki can be felt in the making of this ultimate weapon. The advanced electronics systems like Kawasaki Traction Control (KTRC) and Digital Fuel Injection are incorporated to make it a very desirable and rider-friendly tool for the adventure rides, be it on the race track or in the fast lanes.
The suspension duties of the ZX-14R are done with 43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs at the front while the rear suspension duties are performed with Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock and top-out spring. The braking system is done with Dual semi-floating 310 mm petal discs at the front while the rear comes with Single 250 mm petal disc. The ZX-14R has a very large fuel tank of 22 litres and the entire motorcycle weights 268 kg.
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