Kawasaki has released the latest variant of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, the most accessible litre class motorcycle in the Indian market. The Japanese automaker has updated the big bike for BS6 emission norms and with it come major cosmetic and mechanical updates to the motorcycle. The new variant of the flagship motorcycle features updated graphics of the Kawasaki Racing Team as well as updated colour schemes, along with a Ninja H2 inspired fascia and slightly more dedicated ergonomics. However, Kawasaki has still kept the dedicated sports bike a litre class behemoth suitable for Indian streets. Read on for more information on the updated BS6 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R in India.

Exterior Details

The 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R gets a sharper design inspired by the Ninja H2, much like the rest of Kawasaki's lineup. On the ZX-10R, however, the new fascia looks rather aggressive. The new Ninja doesn't get winglets like so many of its litre-class competitors. Instead, the ZX-10R gets cleanly integrated built-in winglets that run air through either side of the headlight. Kawasaki says that the integrated winglet design has improved downforce on the motorcycle by roughly 17 per cent. The bike also gets updated ergonomics which feature slightly higher set footpegs, as well as a new tail cowl design. The bike also gets Kawasaki's iconic River Mark that was first featured on the H2.

Engine & Transmission

At its heart, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is powered by a 998cc, in-line four-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that has been updated for BS6 emissions. The litre-class bike now makes 203bhp which is 3bhp higher than its predecessor and can be bumped to 213bhp with RAM air, at 13200rpm and 114Nm of torque at 11400rpm. This power is mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Further changes to the latest ZX-10R include updated gear ratios for improved street riding and a new air-cooled oil cooler derived from Kawasaki's WSBK track bike.

Handling

The Kawasaki ZX-10R gets high-end hardware that has seen further updates this year to improve the bike's rideability. The 2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R gets an updated swing arm, effectively increasing the bike's wheelbase by 10mm. The triple clamp has also been lowered among other updates which Kawasaki says are to improve stability, handling and flickability. The Ninja's Showa BFF (Balance Free Front) Forks have been updated with softer springs and Showa BFRC (Balance Free Rear Cushion) lite rear shock has been stiffened. Braking is handled by dual, semi-floating 330mm discs assisted by dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc 4-piston callipers at the front. On the rear, the bike comes to a screeching halt with a 220mm single rotor assisted by a single-bore calliper.

Features

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R's features get a few significant updates. The Ninja's Bosch 6-axis IMU enables rider aids such as Kawasaki Intelligent Anti-Lock Brake System (KIBS), Kawasaki Launch Control Mode (KLCM), Kawasaki Engine Braking Control (KEBC). The bike comes equipped with Sports Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC) system that now gets 5 modes. The bike also gets a Kawasaki Quick shifter (KQS) and an Ohlins Electronic Steering Damper (ESD) as standard. The flagship motorcycle now has seven rider modes out of which four modes can be customised, and to view and control all this data, the bike gets a new Bluetooth-enabled 4.3-inch TFT colour screen compatible with Kawasaki's Rideology app.

Price & Variants

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R gets one standard variant in India priced at ₹14.99 lakhs (Ex-Showroom). The bike gets two colour schemes - Lime Green (with the KRT livery) and Flat Ebony Type 2. For more information on the 2021 BS6 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R in India, its on-road price and more, check out autoX's price section.

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