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Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX (2022)

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Engine

Type
In-line four, four-stroke
Displacement
1043 cc
Configuration
four

Performance

Power
142 hp
Power (kW)
146 kW
Torque
111 Nm

Transmission

Gearbox
6-speed
Gears
6
Final drive
Chain   (final drive)

Chassis & Dimensions

Curb weight
235 kg
Seat height
835 mm
Fuel capacity
19 L
Length
2101 mm
Width
826 mm
Height
1191 mm
Wheelbase
1440 mm

Suspension & Brakes

Front suspension
41mm USD fork
Rear suspension
Horizontal back-link monoshock
Front brake
Dual 300mm discs, radial 4-piston
Rear brake
Single 250mm disc

Equipment

  • ·Cooling: Liquid
  • ·Frame: Aluminum backbone
  • ·Starter: Electric
  • ·Fuel system: Injection. DFI w/38mm Keihin throttle bodies (4) and oval sub-throttles
  • ·Front tire: 120/70-ZR17
  • ·Rear tire: 190/50-ZR17

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