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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is a discontinued 399 cc liquid-cooled motorcycle with a 6-speed gearbox. BikeWale lists 76.4 bhp @ 14,500 rpm maximum power and 39 Nm @ 13,000 rpm maximum torque. It has a 15 L fuel tank and a 189 kg kerb weight.

Engine
399 cc
Max power
76.4 bhp @ 14,500 rpm
Max torque
39 Nm @ 13,000 rpm
Fuel tank
15 L
Kerb weight
189 kg

About the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R

Overview

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is a sports motorcycle from Kawasaki. It has been discontinued (production ended around 2026). Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. Sports bikes put performance first, usually with a sportier riding position and sharper handling than everyday bikes. With a 399 cc engine it sits in the 250–450 cc class.

Engine and performance

Power comes from a 399 cc 4-cylinder liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine that makes 76.4 bhp at 14,500 rpm and 39 Nm of torque at 13,000 rpm. Peak torque comes high up, at 13,000 rpm, so it rewards revving. Its bore is wider than its stroke (57 mm x 39.1 mm), a short-stroke layout that generally favours higher revs. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 410 PS per tonne; by that measure, it is genuinely fast, well beyond everyday traffic speeds. The claimed top speed is 200 km/h. It has electric start.

Gearbox

It has a 6-speed manual gearbox, and a chain carries drive to the rear wheel. It uses a wet multi-plate clutch.

Chassis, brakes and tyres

Its frame is trellis, high-tensile steel. Suspension is by USD fork at the front and monoshock at the rear. Braking is by a disc at the front and a disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres — 120/70-17 at the front and 160/60-17 at the rear.

Size, comfort and range

The seat is 800 mm off the ground, which is about average and suits most riders. It weighs 189 kg ready to ride, which is on the heavy side, so moving it by hand takes some effort. Ground clearance is 135 mm — low, so take speed breakers and steep ramps slowly. It is 1,990 mm long, with 1,380 mm between the axles. It carries 15 L of fuel.

Features and equipment

Equipment includes a digital instrument console, an LED headlamp, turn-by-turn navigation, call and SMS alerts, distance-to-empty readout, gear position indicator, mobile app connectivity, daytime running lamps and service due indicator. Safety equipment includes engine kill switch, hazard light switch, traction control, low fuel indicator and malfunction indicator. It has three riding modes: Rain, Road and Sports.

Owning one

The manufacturer's warranty is 2 years or 30,000 km. For the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹9,499 doorstep service.

Who it suits

It is best suited to riders who want performance and sharp handling. With this much performance, it is better as a step-up bike than a first bike.

Care notes for this model

Its chain drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication and slack adjustment.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R specifications

These figures come from a single publication (BikeWale) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. The model is discontinued. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.

Engine & performance

Displacement
399 cc
Configuration
Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, In Line Four, DOHC
Cooling
Liquid Cooled
Fuel system
Fuel Injection
Ignition
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Maximum power
76.4 bhp @ 14,500 rpm
Maximum torque
39 Nm @ 13,000 rpm
Top speed
200 km/h
Transmission
6 Speed Manual
Gears
6-speed
Clutch
Wet Multiplate
Final drive
Chain Drive
Compression ratio
12.3:1
Bore x stroke
57 mm x 39.1 mm
Emission norm
bs6.2
Cylinders
4

Dimensions & capacity

Length
1990 mm
Width
765 mm
Height
1110 mm
Wheelbase
1,380 mm
Ground clearance
135 mm
Seat height
800 mm
Kerb weight
189 kg
Fuel tank
15 L

Brakes, suspension & tyres

Front brake
Disc
Rear brake
Disc
Braking system
Dual Channel ABS
Front suspension
USD Fork
Rear suspension
Monoshock
Front tyre
120/70-17
Rear tyre
160/60-17
Wheels
Alloy
Tyre type
Tubeless
Front caliper
4 Piston
Rear caliper
1 Piston

Chassis & frame

Frame type
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Seat type
Split

Electricals

Battery
12V 8.6 Ah (10 HR)
Headlamp
LED
Instrument console
Digital
Riding modes
Rain,Road,Sports
Tail lamp
LED

Features & technology

  • Turn-by-turn navigation
  • Call and SMS alerts
  • Distance-to-empty readout
  • Gear position indicator
  • Mobile app connectivity
  • Daytime running lamps
  • Service due indicator

Safety

  • Dual Channel ABS
  • Engine kill switch
  • Hazard light switch
  • Traction control
  • Low fuel indicator
  • Malfunction indicator

Sources: BikeWale, BikeDekho, ZigWheels

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Owning the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R

  • Manufacturer warranty

    2 Years or 30,000 Km

    Terms and conditions apply.

  • Mechiee doorstep service

    ₹9,499

    Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.

Maintaining the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R

  • Routine servicing

    Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.

  • Engine oil & filter

    Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.

  • Brake inspection

    With Disc and Disc brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.

  • Chain cleaning & lubrication

    A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.

  • Coolant & cooling system

    A liquid-cooled engine relies on coolant. Check the level and look over hoses and the radiator for leaks or damage, and replace coolant as the owner's manual directs.

  • Air filter & spark plug

    A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.

  • Disc brake fluid

    Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.

  • Tyre inspection

    This bike runs 120/70-17 / 160/60-17 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.

  • Battery & electricals

    The battery is listed as 12V 8.6 Ah (10 HR). Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.

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Compare with similar Kawasaki bikes

Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.

SpecificationKawasaki Ninja ZX-4RKawasaki Ninja 400Kawasaki Ninja 500Kawasaki Ninja 300
Engine399 cc399 cc451 cc296 cc
Max power76.4 bhp @ 14,500 rpm45 PS @ 10000 rpm45.4 PS @ 9000 rpm38.88 bhp @ 11,000 rpm
Max torque39 Nm @ 13,000 rpm37 Nm @ 8000 rpm42.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm26.1 Nm @ 10,000 rpm
Claimed mileage—26.7 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)——
Gears6-speed6-speed6-speed6-speed
Kerb weight189 kg168 kg171 kg179 kg
Fuel tank15 L14 L14 L17 L
Front brakeDiscDisc, 286 mmDisc, 310 mmDisc
Rear brakeDiscDisc, 193 mmDisc, 220 mmDisc

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R specs explained

What the technical terms on this page mean.

ABS
Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
OHC / SOHC / DOHC
How the engine's valves are operated. OHC and SOHC mean one overhead camshaft; DOHC means two, which usually allows higher revs and more power from the same size.
Fuel injection
Petrol is delivered by an electronically controlled injector instead of a carburettor, which helps with easy starting and steady fuel economy.
Liquid cooling
Coolant circulates through the engine and a radiator, keeping temperatures steadier than air alone, especially in traffic or under load.
Monoshock
A single rear shock absorber that does the work of a pair.
Upside-down fork
A front fork mounted the opposite way round to a conventional one, with the thicker tubes at the top. It is typically stiffer under braking and cornering.
Trellis frame
A frame built from tubes arranged in triangles, which gives strength without much weight.
Tubeless tyres
Tyres with no inner tube. A small puncture usually loses air slowly, which makes roadside repair easier.
Kerb weight
The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
Bore x stroke
The cylinder's width and the piston's travel. A larger bore relative to stroke tends to favour revs; a longer stroke tends to favour low-speed pull.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R has a 399 cc engine, described as liquid cooled, 4 stroke, in line four, dohc.

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R is rated at 76.4 bhp @ 14,500 rpm maximum power and 39 Nm @ 13,000 rpm maximum torque.

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R has Disc at the front and Disc at the rear, with Dual Channel ABS.

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R runs 120/70-17 at the front and 160/60-17 at the rear on alloy wheels.

Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Disc and Disc brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.

The manufacturer states a warranty of 2 Years or 30,000 Km. Terms and conditions apply.

No. The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R has been discontinued (production ended around 2026). Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.

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