Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance
- Production years
- 2014–2015
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI ZZR1400 Performance (2011-2012)
Selected year: 2015
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 1,441 cm³
- Power
- 200 hp (149 kW) at 10,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 268 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
Overview
The Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance is a sportbike from the ZZR family, produced for 2014–2015. The 2015 model uses a 1,441 cm³ liquid-cooled inline-four four-stroke engine producing 200 hp (149 kW) and 162.5 Nm of torque at 6,100 rpm, with a wet weight of 268 kg.
The 800 mm seat height sets the rider above the ground, while the 268 kg wet weight can make parking-lot maneuvers more demanding. Both ends have fully adjustable suspension, letting riders tune preload and damping; the front fork also has separate compression and rebound adjustments. A 22-liter fuel tank carries that much fuel onboard, and the chain final drive needs routine cleaning and lubrication.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 84.0 x 65.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 1,441 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 12.3:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- Digital
- 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 10,000 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.7463 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 162.5 Nm at 6,100 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 22 L
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Overall height
- 1,170 mm
- Overall length
- 2,170 mm
- Overall width
- 770 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Wet weight
- 268 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,480 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Monocoque, aluminium
- Front suspension
- 43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs Compression damping: 18-way Rebound damping: 15-way Spring preload: Fully adjustable
- Rake
- 23.0°
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock Compression damping: Stepless Rebound damping: Stepless Spring preload: Fully adjustable
- Trail
- 93 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Black/green, Grey/black
Model years
2015
Power: 197 hp (147 kW) → 200 hp (149 kW)
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1,441 cm³ | 1,441 cm³ |
| Power | 197 hp (147 kW) | 200 hp (149 kW) |
| Torque | 162.5 Nm | 162.5 Nm |
| Wet weight | 268 kg | 268 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 22 L |
Pros and cons
Advantages
Powerful engine
The 200 hp output and 162.5 Nm torque give the engine substantial power and pulling force.
Adjustable suspension
Fully adjustable preload and damping at both ends allow suspension setup to be tailored to the rider and road.
Twin front discs
Two 310 mm front brake discs provide substantial front braking hardware for a high-powered sportbike.
Things to consider
Heavy at low speed
At 268 kg wet, the bike can take more effort to maneuver in tight spaces or while parking.
Chain upkeep
The chain final drive needs regular cleaning and lubrication.
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
800 mm
Approx. loaded height
770 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 22 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
400 km
With 10% reserve
360 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 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance make?
It produces 200 hp (149 kW).
What is the engine capacity of the 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance?
Its liquid-cooled inline-four engine has a capacity of 1,441 cm³.
How much does the 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance weigh?
Its wet weight is 268 kg.
What is the seat height of the 2015 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance?
The seat height is 800 mm.
