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				<td valign='top'>Model Type</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Sport</td>
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				<td valign='top'><strong class="total">&nbsp;$11,299.00</strong>
				
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;12</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Horizontal In-line</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Cylinders</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4-Stroke</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Liquid</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Valves</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;16</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Valves Per Cylinder</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;DOHC</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Compression Ratio</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;12.2:1</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Electric</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Gas</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Manual</td>
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				<td valign='top'>Number Of Speeds</td>
				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;6</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;120/70 ZR17</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;200/50 ZR17</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Dual Disc</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;57.1 / 1450.3</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;5 / 18.9</td>
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		<h5>Fast and Smooth</h5>
		<div class="date">By RG(Owner),  Jan. 16, 2010</div>
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		The bike is fast, smooth and handles well around corners for a 463 lb bike. Better respect this one or she'll get you!<br /><br />
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Lots of fun to ride. Every time I stop riding I can't wait for the next ride and she leaves a smile on my face.<br /><br />
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		<h5>Not bad</h5>
		<div class="date">By Chuck Norris(Owner),  Aug. 28, 2008</div>
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		This bike is big and beautiful. Ride is more comfortable than its brothers. 
		
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2005 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-12R

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2005 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-12R pictures, prices, information, and specifications. Below is the information on the 2005 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-12R. If you would like to get a quote on a new 2005 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-12R use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this bike to other Sport motorcycles.To view more specifications, visit our Detailed Specifications.
2005 Kawasaki Ninja® ZX-12R Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Sport
BASE MSRP(US)	$11,299.00
Warranty	12
Insurance
Engine:
Engine Type	Horizontal In-line
Cylinders	4
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	16
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Compression Ratio	12.2:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	200/50 ZR17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	57.1 / 1450.3
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	5 / 18.9
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Fast and Smooth

By RG(Owner), Jan. 16, 2010
The bike is fast, smooth and handles well around corners for a 463 lb bike. Better respect this one or she'll get you!

Lots of fun to ride. Every time I stop riding I can't wait for the next ride and she leaves a smile on my face.

Only negative is the front suspension is a little harsh on roug... Read Full Review