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2005 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-10R

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2005 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-10R

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2005 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-10R Specifications

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Identification
Model Type  Sport
BASE MSRP(US)  $10,999.00
Dealers Kawasaki Dealers
Warranty  12
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Finance
Engine:  
Engine Type  Horizontal In-line
Cylinders  4
Engine Stroke  4-Stroke
Cooling  Liquid
Valves  16
Valves Per Cylinder  4
Valve Configuration  DOHC
Bore (mm/in)  76 / 2.99
Stroke (mm/in)  55 / 2.17
Displacement (cc/ci)  998 / 60.9
Compression Ratio  12.7:1
Starter  Electric
Fuel Type  Gas
Fuel Injector  Yes
Fuel Injector Size (mm)  43
Carburetor  No
Carburetion Type  Fuel Injected
Transmission:  
Transmission Type  Manual
Number Of Speeds  6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)  Chain
Reverse  No
Wheels & Tires:  
Wheels Composition  Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless  Tubeless
Front Tire Width  120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio  70
Front Tire Speed Rating  Z
Front Wheel Diameter  17
Rear Tire Width  190
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio  50
Rear Tire Speed Rating  Z
Rear Wheel Diameter  17
Front Tire (Full Spec)  120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)  190/50 ZR17
Brakes:  
Front Brake Type  Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)  11.8 / 300
Rear Brake Type  Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)  8.7 / 220
Suspension:  
Front Suspension Type  Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)  1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)  4.7 / 119.4
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load  Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping  Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut  No
Steering Damper  No
Rear Suspension Type  Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)  4.9 / 124.5
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load  Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping  Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers  1
Rear Suspension Brand Name  UNI-TRAK®
Rear Suspension Material  Aluminum
Air Adjustable  No
Steering:  
Steering Control  Handlebar
Technical Specifications:  
Length (ft)  6.71
Width (in/mm)  27.8 / 706.1
Height (in/mm)  43.9 / 1115.1
Wheelbase (in/mm)  54.5 / 1384.3
Ground Clearance (in/mm)  4.9 / 124.5
Length (ft/ft)  6
Length (ft/in)  8
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)  374.9 / 170.1
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)  4.5 / 17
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)  2.66
Seats:  
Seat Type  Two-Piece
Adjustable  No
Seat Material  Vinyl
Seat Location  Driver and Passenger
Folding  No
Seat Height (in/mm)  32.5 / 825.5
Number Of Seats  2
Detachable Passenger Seat  Standard
Seat Tail Cover  Standard
Grab Rail or Strap  Standard
Exterior:  
Frame  Aluminum
Body Material  Plastic
Hand Grips  Standard
Foot Peg Location  Driver and Passenger
Adjustable  No
Drive Shaft Guard  No
Fork Guards  No
Saddle Bag Guard  No
Belt Guard  No
Hand Guards  No
Brush Guard  No
Heel Guards  No
Light Guard  No
Exterior Covers  Standard
Front Fender  Standard
Rear Fender  Standard
Stand Type  Kick
Lower Fairing  Standard
Spoiler  Standard
Handlebars  Standard
Upper Fairing  Standard
Instrumentation:  
Digital Instrumentation  Standard
Clock  Standard
Tachometer  Standard
Trip Odometer  Standard
Lap Timer  Standard
Shift Light Type  Adjustable
Speedometer  Standard
Temperature Warning Type  Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type  Light
Pricing:  
Warranty (Months/Condition)  12 / Limited
Identification:  
Generic Type (Primary)  Sport
Manufacturer Country  Japan
NADATrimID  19799
Display Name  Ninja® ZX™-10R
Mounts:  
Windshield Mounts  Standard
Paint & Finish:  
Paint  Standard
Glass:  
Rearview Mirrors  Standard
Windshield Lowers  No
Height Adjustable  No
Height  Low
Storage:  
Underseat Storage  Standard
Lockable Storage  Standard
Lights:  
Halogen Headlight (s)  Standard

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By Michael Lanzezio(Owner), Dec. 3, 2008
This is my first 1000cc Motorcycle and man what a ride. Although it may not sound as sweet and smooth as some bikes, this ride is super fast and easy to handle in tight turns. I am 46 years old and I ride 3-4 times a week and every weekend. Long rides this may be a bit uncomfortable but for 1-2 hou... Read Full Review

 

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By James Delashmit(Owner), Dec. 3, 2010
Just to keep it simple, it weighs in around as much as a 600. It has approx 150HP to the tire. Made Cycle Worlds, " Bike of the year " in 2005. It has the Godfather of Stunting Jason Britton and 9 time drag champion Rickey Gadson as the faces of Team Green. Its only my second crotch rocket... Read Full Review

 

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By ARBY GSY(Owner), Oct. 8, 2009
I own a 05 zx10r which has a power commander, ignition modul, quick shifter, pipercross air filter, racefit growler, and is fully derestricted I am 23 years old and owned a few diffrent bikes now one of which was a 99 R6 Reason i say this is because the bikes to me are so similar just the zx has a m... Read Full Review

 

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By Terrorwitha9mm/youtube.com(Enthusiast), Apr. 15, 2010
I've been riding for over 3 years now. All year round. Its my only form of transportation and I wouldnt have it any other way. I live in Arizona where the weather is nice all the time ands we have amazing roads to ride on.

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