Kawasaki Motorcycle Ninja User Manual

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One-Year Warranty  
2008 NINJA  
Your new Ninja® motorcycle comes with a 12-month/unlimited-mileage limited factory  
warranty. Read the next paragraph to find out how you can extend your coverage  
inexpensively, or ask your dealer for details about the factory warranty and available  
extended coverage.  
SUPERSPORT  
Up to Three Years Additional Coverage*  
Let Kawasaki protect your new machine for years to come* with the exclusive Good  
TimesProtection Plan. This plan repairs or replaces most components free of charge if  
found defective in material or workmanship. Everything about the plan is easy: Theres no  
deductible. Its honored at every authorized Kawasaki motorcycle dealer nationwide. Its  
transferable to another owner with no fee. Just ask your dealer how you can buy extended  
coverage of 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. Imagine, for just pennies a day, you can ride with no  
worry and no hassle. Just tell your dealer you want the Good Times Protection Plan.  
*Depending on the program purchased.  
Ride Now with Zero Down**  
We offer up to 100% instant financing on most Kawasaki products with the Good Times™  
Credit Planor Good TimesCredit Card. Qualified buyers can ride away on a brand-new  
Kawasaki with no down payment. In most cases, the computerized credit approval takes  
just minutes. You can even add insurance, accessories and the Good Times Protection  
Plan to your contract. Ask your participating dealer for details.  
**Qualified buyers.  
†Good Times Credit Plan not available in Canada.  
Safe Riding’s More Fun  
Ride responsibly. Kawasaki believes safety begins with us and continues with you.  
Always wear a helmet, eye protection and proper apparel. Passengers, too. Ride  
defensively. Obey the Basic Speed Law. Never ride under the influence of drugs or  
alcohol. Riding is more fun on a well-maintained motorcycle...follow the instructions in  
your owners manual. Remember, riding safe is smart.  
For more information visit our Web site at: kawasaki.com  
For the nearest Kawasaki dealer, call: 1-800-661-RIDE  
To purchase accessories, see your dealer or visit our Web site.  
Specifications subject to change without notice. Availability may be limited. Always wear a  
helmet and appropriate apparel. Call 1-800-446-9227 for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation  
beginner or expert course near you. You won’t even need a motorcycle—your course  
sponsor will provide one courtesy of your local dealer.  
Action Photography: Professional riders on  
a
closed course.  
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Professional rider on a closed course.  
N I N J A Z X - 1 0 R : T E C H N I C AL LY B R I L L I A N T  
The 2008 ZX-10R has the most advanced arsenal of performance technology in Ninja® history. Special new oval throttle bodies with sub-throttles, plus primary and new  
secondary fuel injectors maximize high-rpm output, while a sophisticated ignition management system mitigates sudden rear wheel spin. An aluminum backbone twin-spar frame  
optimizes the balance between flex and stiffness that contributes to superb balance, stability and rider feedback. A revised Ram Air system channels air cleanly around both sides  
of the steering head while an exhaust pre-chamber under the engine—along with a single titanium silencer—helps lower the center of gravity and centralize mass.  
Up front is a race-ready 43mm inverted fork with factory-type Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coated inner tubes, while the UNI-  
TRAK® rear suspension features both low- and high-speed adjustable compression damping, adjustable rebound and threaded  
spring preload. Equally advanced is the bodywork, with a stepped cowl and a short tail for cheating the wind, and compact fairing  
sides to resist side winds. The result? Technically and aesthetically, the new Ninja ZX-10R is a razor-sharp liter-class leader.  
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The all-new titanium exhaust system  
incorporates a low-slung pre-chamber for  
a compact design that reduces noise and  
emissions yet helps the engine deliver  
higher peak performance for the street rider.  
The rear sub-frame supports the very lightweight  
rear tail section with a bright LED tail light. The rear  
turn signals are quickly removeable for track days.  
With a small depression designed into the top of the  
fuel tank, the rider can tuck in tighter to the machine.  
Fuel tank capacity remains the same thanks to a new,  
more compact fuel pump.  
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A race-ready, twin-tube factory Öhlins steering damper is fitted standard. The fully adjustable, 43mm  
inverted cartridge fork features a low-friction Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating with new bottom-  
mount springs that remain immersed in the oil.  
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The Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® rear shock now features both high- and  
low-speed compression adjustability as well as adjustable rebound  
damping and threaded spring preload. New linkage ratios and  
mounting position help improve rear wheel traction.  
Helping riders get the most power to the ground is an all-new ignition system that assists with torque management.  
By monitoring throttle opening, gear position, speed and rate of rpm change, the system retards ignition timing to  
reduce torque when sudden unwanted wheel spin occurs. This system doesn’t interfere with normal operation and  
still allows the engine to rev freely under typical riding conditions.  
The all-aluminum, lightweight, twin-spar gull-type swingarm is constructed  
of cast, pressed and extruded alloy. The longer swingarm helps rear wheel  
traction, especially when exiting corners.  
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The ultra-compact 998cc 4-cylinder DOHC engine features new oval-shaped throttle bodies, secondary  
fuel injectors and revised intake port shape. Other updates include a larger airbox, oval-shaped velocity  
stacks and a higher-flowing air filter.  
New lower ratios for 1st, 4th and 5th gears in the close-ratio 6-speed  
transmission better suit the engine’s new power. The back-torque-limiting  
clutch automatically disengages the clutch under hard braking and  
deceleration to prevent rear wheel hop during corner entry.  
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2007  
S U P E R S P O R T C H A M P I O N  
Roger HHayden  
NINJA ZX-6R  
In 2007, the Ninja® ZX-6R achieved the most difficult challenge in American road racing by winning the AMA Daytona 200. Then  
Roger Hayden capped off the year by winning the AMA Supersport Championship closely followed by teammate Jamie Hacking  
in second place. Now, the 2008 Ninja ZX-6R continues Kawasaki’s fiery dominance with its championship-winning blend of  
midrange thrust and high-rpm horsepower from its ultra-compact 599cc DOHC In-Line Four engine with Ram Air induction and  
digital fuel injection. Its intuitive handling comes from a lightweight twin-spar aluminum perimeter frame, tunable inverted fork  
and Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® rear suspension—while the wind-tunnel-sculpted bodywork helps get the rider out of the airstream.  
The ZX-6R is so track focused, it even comes with a lap timer, pre-wiring for an auto-shift kit, a slipper clutch, and a quick-  
change cassette-type transmission. Now all it needs is you.  
LIME GREEN  
CANDY PLASMA BLUE  
VIVID YELLOW  
SPECIAL EDITION EBONY  
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Large 300mm front brakes feature  
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A bright, centrally located tachometer with  
gear position indicator dominates the view  
in the cockpit. The digital speedometer  
and warning lamps mount to either side of  
the tach.  
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The centrally located under-seat exhaust  
lightweight, drilled, petal-shaped rotors  
with radial-mounted 4-piston calipers  
for class-leading stopping power, rigidity  
and brake feel. Direct-actuation master  
cylinder improves linear braking response  
and braking feel at the lever.  
system helps keep the center of gravity  
low by mounting a pre-chamber down low  
behind the engine.  
The smooth and narrow fairing incorporates a  
MotoGP-style intake duct that directs airflow  
into the central Ram Air system for improved  
intake efficiency. Recessed projector beam  
headlights improve aerodynamics.  
The high-performance engine displaces 599cc  
and includes the race-bred short throttle bodies  
advantage that helps deliver improved top end  
and over-rev. Ultra-fine atomizing injectors  
improve combustion efficiency for instantaneous  
yet smooth power delivery.  
The Ninja ZX-6R captured the closely fought  
2007 AMA Supersport Championship with Roger  
Hayden closely followed by teammate Jamie  
Hacking in second place. And with Steve Rapp  
on board, it sped away with the prestigious  
Daytona 200. That sums up the intent of the  
2008 ZX-6R—a machine designed to rule race  
tracks the world over.  
The fully adjustable 41mm inverted fork locates  
the main springs at the bottom of the leg where  
they are completely submerged in fork oil for  
reduced cavitation.  
The close-ratio, cassette-style transmission  
employs a Gear Position Sensor and a back-  
torque-limiting clutch for smooth deceleration.  
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NINJA POWERHOUSE  
NINJA ZX-14  
There are times when you just have to own the road—all the way to the horizon. Then you’ll be glad you’re aboard the updated  
Ninja® ZX-14. With significant updates to its potent 1,352cc engine, there’s more power down low, more power in the mid-range  
and more peak power. It all translates into stronger, real-world seat-of-the-pants acceleration and continued class domination. Did  
we mention more power? But the magic of the mighty ZX-14 remains its ability to handle the full range of extremes from crawling  
along crowded city streets to all-out gunfights at the dragstrip under controlled racing conditions. The ZX-14 is renowned for doing  
it all with its slender aluminum monocoque frame wrapping over—instead of around—the engine. Plus with the great ergonomics  
and fully adjustable suspension, the ZX-14 is equally at home prowling the mean streets, carving canyons or heading to Bike Week.  
ATOMIC SILVER  
METALLIC MIDNIGHT SAPPHIRE BLUE  
SPECIAL EDITION METALLIC FLAT SPARK BLACK  
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With its unmistakable four projector-  
beam front fairing, low-slung stance and  
sleek aerodynamics, the crowd will not  
mistake you when you arrive. A centrally  
located massive Ram Air intake feeds  
the monster engine with dense, cool,  
oxygen-rich air.  
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Modifications to the exhaust header  
taper and the junction with the collector  
pipes help boost low-speed engine  
torque and throttle response.  
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The cockpit of the ZX-14 is all business.  
The large round analog tachometer and  
speedometer dials surround a multi-  
function LCD trip computer. The computer  
interacts with the engine ECU and  
displays gear position, battery voltage,  
clutch engagement “launch” light and  
fuel consumption and includes a bright  
programmable shift light, fuel gauge,  
odometer and clock.  
Updated precise digital fuel injectors inside  
the 44mm Mikuni throttle bodies now  
disperse the fuel over a wider area. The  
improved atomization of the fuel sprayed  
into the airstream translates into stronger  
low-end power, a more linear midrange and  
a strong boost to peak performance.  
The 43mm inverted cartridge front fork offers  
13-way compression and 11-way rebound  
adjustability with adjustable spring preload  
and top-out fork spring.  
The unique monocoque over-the-top aluminum  
frame helps keep the midsection of the ZX-14  
very narrow. The frame rail wraps over the  
engine while the central fuel tank resides behind  
the engine for very efficient mass centralization.  
The robust hydraulic clutch features a radial  
master cylinder that provides a precise  
feel at the lever for an unparalleled level of  
control over power delivery.  
The dual front petal-style disc brakes measure  
a massive 310mm up front while the rear disc  
brake measures a huge 250mm and features  
an opposed twin-piston brake caliper for  
awesome stopping power and feel.  
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NINJA ZX-10R  
NINJA ZX-6R  
NINJA ZX-14  
Engine type  
4-stroke, liquid-cooled  
In-Line Four  
Engine type  
4-stroke, liquid-cooled  
In-Line Four  
Engine type  
4-stroke, liquid-cooled  
In-Line Four  
Displacement  
998cc  
Displacement  
599cc  
Displacement  
1,352cc  
Bore  
x
stroke  
76  
x
55mm  
Bore  
x
stroke  
67  
x
42.5mm  
Bore  
x
stroke  
84  
x
61mm  
Compression ratio  
13.0:1  
Compression ratio  
Valve system  
13.3:1  
Compression ratio  
Valve system  
12.0:1  
Valve system  
Carburetion  
DOHC, 16 valves  
DOHC, 16 valves  
DOHC, 16 valves  
Digital fuel injection with four  
43mm throttle bodies with oval  
sub-throttles  
Atomic Silver  
Lime Green  
Lime Green  
Carburetion  
Digital fuel injection with four 38mm  
throttle bodies  
Carburetion  
Digital fuel injection with four  
44mm throttle bodies  
Ignition  
Starting  
Digital  
Ignition  
Starting  
Digital  
Ignition  
Digital  
Electric  
Electric  
Starting  
Electric  
Transmission  
Frame type  
6-speed with Positive Neutral Finder  
Transmission  
Frame type  
6-speed with Positive Neutral Finder  
Transmission  
Frame type  
6-speed with Positive Neutral Finder  
Twin-spar backbone, pressed and  
cast aluminum  
Pressed and cast monocoque  
aluminum  
Perimeter, pressed aluminum  
25.0º/4.3 inches  
Rake/trail  
24.5º/4.0 inches  
Rake/trail  
Rake/trail  
23º/3.7 inches  
Candy Plasma Blue  
Candy Plasma Blue  
Metallic Midnight Sapphire Blue  
Suspension, front  
43mm inverted cartridge fork with  
DLC coating, adjustable preload,  
compression and rebound  
damping  
Suspension, front  
41mm inverted cartridge fork  
with adjustable preload, stepless  
compression and rebound damping  
Suspension, front  
43mm inverted cartridge fork,  
adjustable preload, 13-way  
compression and 11-way  
rebound damping  
Suspension, rear  
Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® with  
remote-reservoir gas-charged  
shock, adjustable ride height,  
spring preload, stepless high and  
low-speed compression  
Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® with  
remote-reservoir gas-charged  
shock, spring preload, stepless  
compression and rebound  
damping adjustment  
Suspension, rear  
Bottom-Link UNI-TRAK® with  
remote-reservoir gas-charged shock,  
adjustable ride height, spring preload,  
stepless compression and rebound  
damping  
Suspension, rear  
and rebound damping  
Tire, front/rear  
Tubeless radial; 120/70-ZR17;  
190/55-ZR17  
Tire, front/rear  
Brakes, front  
Tubeless radial; 120/65-ZR17;  
180/55-ZR17  
Tire, front/rear  
Brakes, front  
Tubeless radial; 120/70-ZR17;  
190/50-ZR17  
Brakes, front  
Brakes, rear  
Dual 310mm discs with radial-  
mounted dual 4-piston calipers  
Dual 300mm discs with radial-  
mounted dual 4-piston calipers  
Dual 310mm discs with radial-  
mounted dual 4-piston calipers  
Single 220mm disc with single-  
piston caliper  
Brakes, rear  
Wheelbase  
Seat height  
Fuel capacity  
Dry weight  
Colors  
Disc with single-piston caliper  
55.3 inches  
Brakes, rear  
Wheelbase  
Seat height  
Fuel capacity  
Single disc with twin-piston caliper  
57.5 inches  
Metallic Diablo Black  
Vivid Yellow  
Special Edition Metallic Flat Spark Black  
Wheelbase  
Seat height  
Fuel capacity  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
32.3 inches  
31.5 inches  
4.5 gallons  
5.8 gallons  
368 pounds  
Dry weight  
Colors  
474 pounds  
Dry weight  
Colors  
Atomic Silver, Metallic Midnight  
Sapphire Blue or Special Edition  
Metallic Flat Spark Black  
Lime Green, Candy Plasma Blue,  
Vivid Yellow or Special Edition Ebony  
Lime Green, Candy Plasma Blue  
or Metallic Diablo Black  
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