Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS
- Production years
- 2012–2020
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Ninja 1000 ABS (2013-2014)
Selected year: 2020
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,043 cm³
- Power
- 200 hp (149 kW) at 13,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 234.1 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS is a sport tourer from the Ninja family, produced from 2012 through 2020. The 2020 model has a 1,043.0 cm³ liquid-cooled inline-four engine producing 200 hp (149 kW) and 113.5 Nm of torque at 7,300 rpm; wet weight is 234.1 kg.
Its 815 mm seat and 234.1 kg wet weight are useful to consider for stops and slow-speed maneuvering. The 17.00-liter tank is smaller than the 18.90-liter tank used in 2016, a change made for 2017. ABS works with dual front discs and a rear disc, while adjustable damping and spring preload at both ends let riders tune the suspension.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 56.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 1,043 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- TCBI with digital advance
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 200 hp (149 kW) at 13,000 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.8543 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 113.5 Nm at 7,300 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 17 L
- Ground clearance
- 130 mm
- Overall height
- 1,186 mm
- Overall length
- 2,101 mm
- Overall width
- 790 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Wet weight
- 234.1 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,440 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum backbone
- Front suspension
- 41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload/4.7 in
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rake
- 24.5°
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, remotely adjustable spring preload/5.4 in
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Yes
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Matte Carbon Grey
- Warranty
- 12
Model years
2016
Power: 125 hp (93 kW) → 142 hp (106 kW)
2017
Power: 142 hp (106 kW) → 138 hp (103 kW); Torque: 111 Nm → 113.5 Nm; Wet weight: 231.1 kg → 234.1 kg; Seat height: 820 mm → 815 mm; Fuel capacity: 18.9 L → 17 L
| Specification | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1,043 cm³ | 1,043 cm³ | 1,043 cm³ | 1,043 cm³ | 1,043 cm³ | 1,043 cm³ |
| Power | 125 hp (93 kW) | 142 hp (106 kW) | 138 hp (103 kW) | 138 hp (103 kW) | — | 200 hp (149 kW) |
| Torque | — | 111 Nm | 113.5 Nm | 113.5 Nm | 113.5 Nm | 113.5 Nm |
| Wet weight | 231.1 kg | 231.1 kg | 234.1 kg | 234.1 kg | 234.1 kg | 234.1 kg |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 820 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.9 L | 18.9 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Adjustable suspension
The fork and rear shock offer damping adjustments and spring preload adjustment, so the suspension can be set up for different loads and road conditions.
ABS on both ends
ABS is fitted to the dual front discs and the rear disc to help prevent wheel lock during hard braking.
Strong torque
The inline-four delivers 113.5 Nm at 7,300 rpm, giving the engine substantial torque before its peak power output.
Things to consider
Smaller tank than the 2016 model
The 17.00-liter tank is reduced from the 18.90-liter capacity used in 2016, meaning less fuel on board between stops.
Chain final drive
The chain needs regular cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
815 mm
Approx. loaded height
785 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 17 L at 7 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
243 km
With 10% reserve
219 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS make?
It produces 200 hp (149 kW).
What is the seat height of the 2020 Ninja 1000 ABS?
The seat height is 815 mm.
How much fuel does the 2020 Ninja 1000 ABS hold?
Its fuel capacity is 17.00 liters.
Does the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 ABS have ABS?
Yes, ABS is fitted to both the front and rear brakes.
