Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 40th Anniversary Edition

For starters, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 40th Anniversary Edition measures 2,085 mm in length, 750 mm in width, 1,185 mm in overall height, and 835 mm in seat height. This supersport motorcycle also comes with a 1,450-mm wheelbase and a 135-mm ground clearance.

This supersport motorcycle features a special three-colour livery in lime green, blue, and white. Its sharp, bold-looking facade is illuminated by three LED headlights and a pair of turn signals integrated into its cowl-mounted mirrors. It also comes with a transparent windscreen. 

On the sides, its aggressive silhouette is complemented by robust-looking lime green-painted 17-inch wheels wrapped in high-performance track-ready sport tyres. Atop its bulky fuel tank sits the Ninja’s 40th Anniversary emblem, inspired by the racing scene of the 1980s. A Kawasaki branding decal is also proudly displayed on this supersport’s side fairing. Its gold front fork and silver frame and swingarm add more depth to its overall silhouette on the road.

Meanwhile, at the rear, its sharp tail cowl is illuminated by a futuristic-looking LED light with a triangular-like pattern along with another pair of sturdy signal lights. A “ZX-10R” lettering is also placed on its cowl, proudly emphasizing its identity wherever it goes. And, to complete its sporty hindlook, it gets a big exhaust pipe.

In terms of technology, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 40th Anniversary Edition features a TFT display with digital speedometer, tachometer, odometer, gear position indicator, and throttle application, among others. Its display also supports smartphone connectivity for enhanced convenience at all times.

Aside from that, its dual-stepped seat offers good cushioning and ergonomics for the rider, but is a bit thin and narrow for the pillion. On the plus side, it comes with metal pillion footrests, which can make low-speed cruises and longer rides more tolerable for the passenger. 

In terms of suspension, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 40th Anniversary Edition is equipped with an Inverted Fork at the front and a Horizontal Back Link at the rear. This setup contributes to this supersport’s sharp and precise handling on challenging turns and twisty roads. That said, its suspension is tuned more for performance than comfort. Hence, it would be unadvisable to use this on bumpy, uneven city road conditions. But to be fair, this supersport motorcycle is designed to be ridden on smooth, wide, and long roads such as racetracks and expressways.

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 40th Anniversary Edition is powered by a 998cc 4-stroke, in-line four, DOHC, liquid-cooled engine that delivers 200 hp of maximum power at 13,200 rpm and 115 Nm of maximum torque at 13,500 rpm. This supersport motorcycle comes mated to a 6-speed manual transmission and is equipped with power modes.

Equipped with Kawasaki’s Launch Control Mode (KLCM), this supersport motorcycle accelerates effortlessly off the line, producing a loud roar as it goes up the rev range. It also offers seamless upshifting and downshifting both on the racetrack and on the expressway, thanks to Kawasaki’s Quick Shifter. Aside from that, it offers fairly decent fuel economy on the highway for its class.  

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 40th Anniversary Edition is equipped with dual semi-floating Brembo disc brakes with radial-mounted Brembo monobloc 4-piston calipers at the front and a disc brake with a single-bore pin-slide caliper at the rear. Its braking setup is supported by a Kawasaki Intelligent Anti-Lock Brake System (KIBS). This supersport motorcycle also comes with Kawasaki Engine Brake Control, Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC), and Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF), among others.

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R 40th Anniversary Edition is a well-designed supersport for professional racers aiming to compete at a very high level on the racetrack. It is also a compelling option for discerning buyers desiring outstanding exhilaration and remarkable handling out on the open road.