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{{Infobox motorcycle
{{Infobox motorcycle
| name = Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14
| name = Kawasaki Ninja ZZR1400
| image = Kawasaki-ZZR1400 2007TMCS.jpg
| image = Kawasaki-ZZR1400 2007TMCS.jpg
| aka = Kawasaki ZZR1400<br>Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R (since 2012)
| aka = Kawasaki ZZR1400<br>Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R (2012–present)
| manufacturer = [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries Motorcycle & Engine|Kawasaki Motorcycle & Engine Company]]
| manufacturer = [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries Motorcycle & Engine|Kawasaki Motorcycle & Engine Company]]
| parent_company = [[Kawasaki motorcycles]]
| parent_company = [[Kawasaki motorcycles]]
| production = 2006–2020
| production = 2006– present
| predecessor = [[Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R]]<br>[[Kawasaki ZZ-R1200]]
| predecessor = [[Kawasaki ZZ-R1200]]<br>[[Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R]]
| class = [[Sport bike]]
| class = [[Sport bike]]
| engine = (2006-2011) {{Convert|1352|cc|abbr=on}}<br>(2012-present) {{Convert|1441|cc|abbr=on}}<ref name=firstlook>{{cite web |url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2011/10/10/new-for-2012-kawasaki-first-look//|last=Miles |first=Mathew |title=New for 2012: Kawasaki First Look | work=[[Cycle World]] | accessdate=February 12, 2016|date=October 10, 2011 }}</ref> [[four-stroke]], [[Radiator (engine cooling)|liquid-cooled]], [[Multivalve|16-valve]] [[DOHC]] , [[inline-four]]
| engine = (2006–2011) {{Convert|1352|cc|abbr=on}}<br>(2012–2022) {{Convert|1441|cc|abbr=on}}<ref name=firstlook>{{cite web |url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2011/10/10/new-for-2012-kawasaki-first-look//|last=Miles |first=Mathew |title=New for 2012: Kawasaki First Look | work=[[Cycle World]] | access-date=February 12, 2016|date=October 10, 2011 }}</ref> [[four-stroke]], [[Radiator (engine cooling)|liquid-cooled]], [[Multivalve|16-valve]] [[DOHC]], [[inline-four]]
|top_speed = {{Convert|186|mph|abbr=on}}
|top_speed = {{Convert|186|mph|abbr=on}}
| power=(2006-2011)<br>{{Convert|190|hp|abbr=on|order=flip}} (claimed)<ref name=mcusa2006/><br>{{Convert|163.1-170.2|hp|abbr=on|order=flip}} (rear wheel)<ref name=Perfindex13>{{Citation |url=http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/technical/2013JanPerfIndx.pdf |title=Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition |date=January 2013 |magazine=[[Motorcycle Consumer News]] |publisher=Bowtie Magazines |accessdate= |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161229193923/http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/technical/2013JanPerfIndx.pdf |archive-date=2016-12-29 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref name=longterm>{{cite web |url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2009/03/25/long-term-wrap-up-2006-kawasaki-zx-14//|title=Long-Term Wrap-Up: 2006 Kawasaki ZX-14 | magazine=[[Cycle World]] |accessdate=February 12, 2016|date=March 25, 2009 }}</ref><br> (2012-present)<br> {{Convert|207.9|hp|abbr=on|order=flip}} (claimed)<ref name=mostpowerfull>{{cite web |url=http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-top-10s/top-10-most-powerful-bikes-of-2015/28097.html/|title=Top 10 most powerful bikes of 2015| work=Visordown|accessdate=February 12, 2016|date=August 28, 2015 }}</ref><br>{{Convert|191.7|hp|abbr=on|order=flip}} (rear wheel)<ref name=roadtest>{{cite web |url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2012/03/07/kawasaki-zx-14r-road-test//|last=Lenatsch |first=Nick |title=Kawasaki ZX-14R – Road Test | work=[[Cycle World]] |accessdate=February 12, 2016|date=March 7, 2012 }}</ref>
| power=(2006-2011)<br>{{Convert|190|hp|abbr=on|order=flip}} (claimed)<ref name=mcusa2006/><br>{{Convert|163.1-170.2|hp|abbr=on|order=flip}} (rear wheel)<ref name=Perfindex13>{{Citation |url=http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/technical/2013JanPerfIndx.pdf |title=Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition |date=January 2013 |magazine=[[Motorcycle Consumer News]] |publisher=Bowtie Magazines |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161229193923/http://www.mcnews.com/mcn/technical/2013JanPerfIndx.pdf |archive-date=2016-12-29 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref name=longterm>{{cite web |url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2009/03/25/long-term-wrap-up-2006-kawasaki-zx-14//|title=Long-Term Wrap-Up: 2006 Kawasaki ZX-14 | magazine=[[Cycle World]] |access-date=February 12, 2016|date=March 25, 2009 }}</ref><br> (2012–2020)<br> {{Convert|207.9|hp|abbr=on|order=flip}} (claimed)<ref name=mostpowerfull>{{cite web |url=http://www.visordown.com/motorcycle-top-10s/top-10-most-powerful-bikes-of-2015/28097.html/|title=Top 10 most powerful bikes of 2015| work=Visordown|access-date=February 12, 2016|date=August 28, 2015 }}</ref><br>{{Convert|191.7|hp|abbr=on|order=flip}} (rear wheel)<ref name=roadtest>{{cite web |url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2012/03/07/kawasaki-zx-14r-road-test//|last=Lenatsch |first=Nick |title=Kawasaki ZX-14R – Road Test | work=[[Cycle World]] |access-date=February 12, 2016|date=March 7, 2012 }}</ref>
| torque = (2006-2011)<br>{{Convert|103.8|lbft|abbr=on|order=flip}} (rear wheel)<ref name=longterm/><br>(2012-present)<br>{{Convert|113.2|lbft|abbr=on|order=flip}} (rear wheel)<ref name=roadtest/>
| torque = (2006–2011)<br>{{Convert|103.8|lbft|abbr=on|order=flip}} (rear wheel)<ref name=longterm/><br>(2012–2020)<br>{{Convert|113.2|lbft|abbr=on|order=flip}} (rear wheel)<ref name=roadtest/>
| bore_stroke= {{Convert|84.0|×|65.0|mm|abbr=on}}
| bore_stroke= {{Convert|84.0|×|61.0|mm|abbr=on}}<br>{{Convert|84.0|×|65.0|mm|abbr=on}}
| compression= 12.0:1
| compression= 12.0:1
| transmission = 6-speed, [[X-ring chain|X-ring]] [[drive chain|chain]]
| transmission = 6-speed [[sequential manual transmission|sequential manual]], [[X-ring chain]]
| frame = Aluminium [[monocoque]]
| frame = Aluminium [[monocoque]]
| suspension = Front: 43&nbsp;mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments / 4.6&nbsp;in travel<br>Rear: [[Uni-Trak]] with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.9&nbsp;in travel
| suspension = Front: 43&nbsp;mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments / 4.6&nbsp;in travel<br>Rear: [[Uni-Trak]] with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.9&nbsp;in travel
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| seat_height = {{convert|31.5|in|abbr=on|order=flip}}
| seat_height = {{convert|31.5|in|abbr=on|order=flip}}
| fuel_capacity = {{convert|22|L|abbr=on}}
| fuel_capacity = {{convert|22|L|abbr=on}}
| wet_weight= {{convert|593|lb|abbr=on|order=flip}}<ref>[http://www.cycleworld.com/2015/10/17/2016-kawasaki-ninja-zx-14r-special-edition-sportbike-motorcycle-review-specs-photos-aimexpo-2015/[[Cycle World]] ]AIMExpo 2015: 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Special Edition</ref>
| wet_weight= {{convert|593|lb|abbr=on|order=flip}}<ref>[[Cycle World]] [http://www.cycleworld.com/2015/10/17/2016-kawasaki-ninja-zx-14r-special-edition-sportbike-motorcycle-review-specs-photos-aimexpo-2015/ AIMExpo 2015: 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Special Edition]</ref>
| related = [[Kawasaki 1400GTR]]
| related = [[Kawasaki 1400GTR]]
| sp=uk
| sp=uk
}}
}}
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The '''ZZR1400''' or '''Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14''' and '''ZX-14R''' (2006–present), is a motorcycle in the [[Kawasaki Ninja|Ninja]] [[sport bike]] series from the Japanese manufacturer [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries Motorcycle & Engine|Kawasaki]] that was their most powerful [[sport bike]] as of 2006.<ref name="2007usa">[http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Detail.aspx?id=203 2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061031033826/http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Detail.aspx?id=203 |date=2006-10-31 }} official US page</ref> It was introduced at the 2005 [[Tokyo Motor Show]]<ref>(Japanese) [http://www.kawasaki-motors.com/special/tokyo2005/model/model01.html Tokyo 2005 presentation] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060323100948/http://www.kawasaki-motors.com/special/tokyo2005/model/model01.html |date=2006-03-23 }}</ref> and released for the 2006 model year as a replacement for the [[Kawasaki ZZ-R1200]] (2002–2005). The ZZR1400 is capable of accelerating from 0&ndash;60&nbsp;mph in 2.5 seconds.<ref>[http://www.seastarsuperbikes.co.uk/zx142006detail.html Kawasaki ZZR1400, ZX14 Motorcycle preview] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120501075617/http://www.seastarsuperbikes.co.uk/zx142006detail.html |date=2012-05-01 }} at Seastar Superbikes UK</ref> The top speed is electronically limited to {{convert|186|mph|km/h|0|abbr=on}} as a result of an [[List of fastest production motorcycles#Gentlemen.27s agreement to end competition|agreement]] between the major Japanese and European motorcycle manufacturers.

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The '''ZZR1400''' or '''Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14''' and '''ZX-14R''' (2006-2020), is a motorcycle in the [[Kawasaki Ninja|Ninja]] [[sport bike]] series from the Japanese manufacturer [[Kawasaki Heavy Industries Motorcycle & Engine|Kawasaki]] that was their most powerful [[sport bike]] as of 2006.<ref name="2007usa">[http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Detail.aspx?id=203 2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20061031033826/http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/Detail.aspx?id=203 |date=2006-10-31 }} official US page</ref> It was introduced at the 2005 [[Tokyo Motor Show]]<ref>(Japanese) [http://www.kawasaki-motors.com/special/tokyo2005/model/model01.html Tokyo 2005 presentation] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060323100948/http://www.kawasaki-motors.com/special/tokyo2005/model/model01.html |date=2006-03-23 }}</ref> and released for the 2006 model year as a replacement for the [[Kawasaki ZZ-R1200]] (2002-2005). The ZZR1400 is capable of accelerating from 0&ndash;60&nbsp;mph in 2.5 seconds.<ref>[http://www.seastarsuperbikes.co.uk/zx142006detail.html Kawasaki ZZR1400, ZX14 Motorcycle preview] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120501075617/http://www.seastarsuperbikes.co.uk/zx142006detail.html |date=2012-05-01 }} at Seastar Superbikes UK</ref> The top speed is electronically limited to {{convert|186|mph|km/h|0|abbr=on}} as a result of an [[List of fastest production motorcycles#Gentlemen.27s agreement to end competition|agreement]] between the major Japanese and European motorcycle manufacturers.


The motorcycle was in season 10 of ''[[Fifth Gear]]'' on October 30, 2006.
The motorcycle was in season 10 of ''[[Fifth Gear]]'' on October 30, 2006.


''Motorcycle USA'' road tested the bike in its October 10, 2006 issue and posted the following stock results:<ref name=mcusa2006>[http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=3088&Page=3 Motorcycle USA]</ref>
''Motorcycle USA'' road tested the bike in its October 10, 2006 issue and posted the following stock results:<ref name=mcusa2006>[http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=3088&Page=3 Motorcycle USA]</ref>
* 60&nbsp;ft.: 1.713 seconds
* {{convert|60|ft|m|0|abbr=on}}: 1.713 seconds
* 330&nbsp;ft.: 4.349 seconds
* {{convert|330|ft|m|0|abbr=on}}: 4.349 seconds
* 1/8 mile: 6.447 seconds, achieving 117.39&nbsp;mph
* {{convert|1/8|mi|m|0|abbr=on}}: 6.447 seconds, achieving {{convert|117.39|mph|km/h|2|abbr=on}}
* 1/4 mile: 9.783 seconds, achieving 147.04&nbsp;mph
* {{convert|1/4|mi|m|0|abbr=on}}: 9.783 seconds, achieving {{convert|147.04|mph|km/h|2|abbr=on}}


2008 saw a minor update. The launch of the 2012 ZX-14R saw a second-generation revision along with getting the R designation.<ref name=firstlooks>{{cite web |url=http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/news/2012-kawasaki-ninja-zx-14r-first-look//|last=Frank |first=Aaron |title=2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R - First Look| magazine=[[Motorcyclist (magazine)|Motorcyclist]]|accessdate=February 12, 2016|date=October 7, 2011 }}</ref> A displacement increase which produced more horsepower, along with three variable power modes and KTRC. Kawasaki traction control and ignition-management system that was lifted from the [[ZX-10R]]. Also with cosmetic updates and incremental chassis upgrades and suspension revised internals. There was also a slipper clutch added for the first time. The motor gets cylinder heads with polished ports and cams with more lift and longer duration. Piston are lighter with added compression that get cooled by a new oil jet system. Stronger connecting rods and crankshaft as well
2008 saw a minor update. The launch of the 2012 ZX-14R saw a second-generation revision with the R designation.<ref name=firstlooks>{{cite web |url=http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/news/2012-kawasaki-ninja-zx-14r-first-look//|last=Frank |first=Aaron |title=2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R - First Look| magazine=[[Motorcyclist (magazine)|Motorcyclist]]|access-date=February 12, 2016|date=October 7, 2011 }}</ref> This included a displacement increase to produce more horsepower along with two variable power modes, Kawasaki [[traction control]], and an ignition-management system that was lifted from the [[ZX-10R]]. It received cosmetic updates, incremental chassis upgrades, suspension revised internals and a [[slipper clutch]] added for the first time. The new engine had [[cylinder head]]s with polished ports and cams with more lift and longer duration. Pistons were lighter with added compression, cooled by a new oil jet system. [[Connecting rod]]s and crankshaft were strengthened, as were the tensioner and cam chain, while the transmission got heat-treated surface gears. In an effort to make the motorcycle run cooler and be more durable, they added a second radiator fan. Larger head pipes and larger, less restrictive mufflers improved response. ''Motorcyclist'' recorded Rickey Gadson's [[Dragstrip#Quarter mile times|quarter mile time]] of 9.64 seconds at 149.83&nbsp;mph from a bone-stock bike, on a 50-degree morning, at an altitude of 2100 feet.<ref name=firstride>{{cite web |url=http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/reviews/kawasaki-ninja-zx-14r-first-ride///|title=Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R | work=[[Motorcyclist (magazine)|Motorcyclist]]|access-date=February 12, 2016|date=January 12, 2012 }}</ref> ''Cycle World'' recorded a quarter-mile time of a record 9.47-seconds (corrected) at 152.83&nbsp;mph, and also hit 60&nbsp;mph in just 2.6 sec.<ref name=feature>{{cite web |url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2011/12/29/2012-kawasaki-zx-14r-feature//|last=Conner |first=Blake |title=2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R – Feature | publisher=[[Cycle World]] |access-date=February 12, 2016|date=December 29, 2011 }}</ref>
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as a stronger tensioner and cam chain. while the transmission gets heat treated surface gears. Also in an effort to make the motorcycle run cooler, and therefore be more durable, they added a second radiator fan. Larger head pipes and larger mufflers with a less restrictive air filter all improve response. Motor cyclist recorded Rickey Gadson's quarter-mile time of 9.64 seconds at 149.83&nbsp;mph from a bone-stock bike, on a 50-degree morning, at an altitude of 2100 feet.<ref name=firstride>{{cite web |url=http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/reviews/kawasaki-ninja-zx-14r-first-ride///|title=Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R | work=[[Motorcyclist (magazine)|Motorcyclist]]|accessdate=February 12, 2016|date=January 12, 2012 }}</ref> Cycle world recorded a quarter-mile time that produced a record 9.47-second (corrected) at 152.83&nbsp;mph, and also hit 60&nbsp;mph in just 2.6 sec.<ref name=feature>{{cite web |url=http://www.cycleworld.com/2011/12/29/2012-kawasaki-zx-14r-feature//|last=Conner |first=Blake |title=2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R – Feature | publisher=[[Cycle World]] |accessdate=February 12, 2016|date=December 29, 2011 }}</ref>
[[File:Kawasaki ZZR1400 2006 KGTW2.jpg|left|thumb|2006 ZZR1400 cutaway view of the aluminium [[monocoque]] frame and engine]]
File:Kawasaki ZZR1400 2006 KGTW2.jpg|2006 ZZR1400 cutaway view of the aluminium [[monocoque]] frame and engine
[[File:Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R right side-2 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.jpg|center|thumb|Ninja ZX-14R at the 2011 [[Tokyo Motor Show]]]]
File:Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R right side-2 2011 Tokyo Motor Show.jpg|Ninja ZX-14R at the 2011 [[Tokyo Motor Show]]
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== See also ==
== See also ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
*{{Official website|http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/2016-Ninja-ZX-14R-ABS}} (United States)
*{{Official website|http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/2016-Ninja-ZX-14R-ABS}} (United States)
{{Commons category|Kawasaki ZZR 1400}}
*{{Commons category-inline|Kawasaki ZZR 1400}}
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Kawasaki Ninja ZZR1400
ManufacturerKawasaki Motorcycle & Engine Company
Also calledKawasaki ZZR1400
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R (2012–present)
Parent companyKawasaki motorcycles
Production2006– present
PredecessorKawasaki ZZ-R1200
Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R
ClassSport bike
Engine(2006–2011) 1,352 cc (82.5 cu in)
(2012–2022) 1,441 cc (87.9 cu in)[1] four-stroke, liquid-cooled, 16-valve DOHC, inline-four
Bore / stroke84.0 mm × 61.0 mm (3.31 in × 2.40 in)
84.0 mm × 65.0 mm (3.31 in × 2.56 in)
Compression ratio12.0:1
Top speed186 mph (299 km/h)
Power(2006-2011)
140 kW (190 hp) (claimed)[2]
121.6–126.9 kW (163.1–170.2 hp) (rear wheel)[3][4]
(2012–2020)
155.0 kW (207.9 hp) (claimed)[5]
143.0 kW (191.7 hp) (rear wheel)[6]
Torque(2006–2011)
140.7 N⋅m (103.8 lb⋅ft) (rear wheel)[4]
(2012–2020)
153.5 N⋅m (113.2 lb⋅ft) (rear wheel)[6]
Transmission6-speed sequential manual, X-ring chain
Frame typeAluminium monocoque
SuspensionFront: 43 mm inverted cartridge fork with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments / 4.6 in travel
Rear: Uni-Trak with adjustable preload, stepless rebound and compression damping adjustments, adjustable ride height / 4.9 in travel
BrakesFront: Dual semi-floating 310 mm (12 in) petal discs with dual radial-mounted four-piston calipers
Rear: Single 250 mm (9.8 in) petal disc with twin-piston caliper
TyresFront: 120/70 ZR17
Rear:190/50 ZR17
Rake, trail23 degrees / 94 mm (3.7 in)
Wheelbase1,480 mm (58.3 in)
DimensionsL: 2,170 mm (85.4 in)
W: 760 mm (29.9 in)
H: 1,170 mm (46.1 in)
Seat height800 mm (31.5 in)
Weight269 kg (593 lb)[7] (wet)
Fuel capacity22 L (4.8 imp gal; 5.8 US gal)
RelatedKawasaki 1400GTR

The ZZR1400 or Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 and ZX-14R (2006–present), is a motorcycle in the Ninja sport bike series from the Japanese manufacturer Kawasaki that was their most powerful sport bike as of 2006.[8] It was introduced at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show[9] and released for the 2006 model year as a replacement for the Kawasaki ZZ-R1200 (2002–2005). The ZZR1400 is capable of accelerating from 0–60 mph in 2.5 seconds.[10] The top speed is electronically limited to 186 mph (299 km/h) as a result of an agreement between the major Japanese and European motorcycle manufacturers.

The motorcycle was in season 10 of Fifth Gear on October 30, 2006.

Motorcycle USA road tested the bike in its October 10, 2006 issue and posted the following stock results:[2]

  • 60 ft (18 m): 1.713 seconds
  • 330 ft (101 m): 4.349 seconds
  • 1⁄8 mi (201 m): 6.447 seconds, achieving 117.39 mph (188.92 km/h)
  • 1⁄4 mi (402 m): 9.783 seconds, achieving 147.04 mph (236.64 km/h)

2008 saw a minor update. The launch of the 2012 ZX-14R saw a second-generation revision with the R designation.[11] This included a displacement increase to produce more horsepower along with two variable power modes, Kawasaki traction control, and an ignition-management system that was lifted from the ZX-10R. It received cosmetic updates, incremental chassis upgrades, suspension revised internals and a slipper clutch added for the first time. The new engine had cylinder heads with polished ports and cams with more lift and longer duration. Pistons were lighter with added compression, cooled by a new oil jet system. Connecting rods and crankshaft were strengthened, as were the tensioner and cam chain, while the transmission got heat-treated surface gears. In an effort to make the motorcycle run cooler and be more durable, they added a second radiator fan. Larger head pipes and larger, less restrictive mufflers improved response. Motorcyclist recorded Rickey Gadson's quarter mile time of 9.64 seconds at 149.83 mph from a bone-stock bike, on a 50-degree morning, at an altitude of 2100 feet.[12] Cycle World recorded a quarter-mile time of a record 9.47-seconds (corrected) at 152.83 mph, and also hit 60 mph in just 2.6 sec.[13]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Miles, Mathew (October 10, 2011). "New for 2012: Kawasaki First Look". Cycle World. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
  2. ^ a b Motorcycle USA
  3. ^ "Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition" (PDF), Motorcycle Consumer News, Bowtie Magazines, January 2013, archived from the original (PDF) on 2016-12-29
  4. ^ a b "Long-Term Wrap-Up: 2006 Kawasaki ZX-14". Cycle World. March 25, 2009. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
  5. ^ "Top 10 most powerful bikes of 2015". Visordown. August 28, 2015. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
  6. ^ a b Lenatsch, Nick (March 7, 2012). "Kawasaki ZX-14R – Road Test". Cycle World. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
  7. ^ Cycle World AIMExpo 2015: 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Special Edition
  8. ^ 2007 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14 Archived 2006-10-31 at the Wayback Machine official US page
  9. ^ (Japanese) Tokyo 2005 presentation Archived 2006-03-23 at the Wayback Machine
  10. ^ Kawasaki ZZR1400, ZX14 Motorcycle preview Archived 2012-05-01 at the Wayback Machine at Seastar Superbikes UK
  11. ^ Frank, Aaron (October 7, 2011). "2012 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R - First Look". Motorcyclist. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
  12. ^ "Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R". Motorcyclist. January 12, 2012. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
  13. ^ Conner, Blake (December 29, 2011). "2012 Kawasaki ZX-14R – Feature". Cycle World. Retrieved February 12, 2016.
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Records
Preceded by Fastest production motorcycle
2006-20071 		Succeeded by
Notes and references
1. Fastest in production during its lifetime, but not record holder
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