Compact projector/reflector hybrid headlights, repositioned Ram Air intake and prominent new winglets give the Ninja ZX-10R its new “face,” enhancing the strong Ninja family image. All-new sharp, aggressive bodywork creates a dynamic image that completes the next-generation Ninja styling.

Handlebar and footpeg positions contribute to an aggressive, circuit-focused riding position that also helps riders minimise drag when tucked behind the windshield going down the straight.

High-performance Pankl titanium connecting rods and lightweight Pankl pistons contribute to the Ninja ZX-10RR’s quick-revving performance, adding to riding excitement on the track.

Adding to the Ninja ZX-10R’s highly acclaimed control, cornering performance, and light handling, updates to the chassis geometry—tuned to match the effect of the new winglets—contribute to improved rear-wheel traction and enhanced secondary cornering force, which facilitates steering the bike from the rear when track riding.

Circuit-focused settings for the WorldSBK-developed BFF (Balance Free Front Fork) and BFRC lite (Balance Free Rear Cushion) shock facilitate front-rear weight transfer and contribute to light handling.

S-KTRC, Kawasaki’s hybrid predictive/feedback-type traction control, helps riders push harder on the racetrack by maximising acceleration.

Designed to assist racers by optimising acceleration from a stop, KLCM electronically manages engine output to minimise wheelspin and wheel lift when launching.

KIBS, Kawasaki’s supersport-grade brake management system, uses high-precision control to regulate brake pressure during sport riding.

The Kawasaki Engine Brake Control system allows riders to select the amount of engine braking they prefer.

Dual-direction KQS system allows both clutchless upshifts and downshifts, facilitating circuit riding.

Kawasaki’s cruise control system allows a desired speed to be maintained with the simple press of a button. Once activated, the rider does not have to constantly apply the throttle. This reduces stress on the right hand when traveling long distances, enabling relaxed cruising and contributing to a high level of riding comfort.

A larger 5” all-digital TFT colour instrumentation gives the cockpit a high-tech, high-grade appearance. The display can be switched between two display types. Type 1 prominently shows an analogue-style tachometer with turn-by-turn directions and simple vehicle information. Type 2 shows a bar-style tachometer along the top with simple vehicle information complemented by racetrack-handy lap timer. 
A race-style shift lamp built into the meter housing provides the rider with a highly visible signal to shift up when riding on the circuit.

Using the smartphone application “RIDEOLOGY THE APP,” a number of instrument functions can be accessed wirelessly, contributing to an enhanced motorcycling experience. The new version of the smartphone app now offers the ability for riders to control the app with voice commands*, which allows them adjust motorcycle settings, set GPS routes and more orally.
When paired with RIDEOLOGY THE APP MOTORCYCLE, turn-by-turn navigation can be displayed on the instrument panel.

On the Ninja ZX-10RR, a super-hard titanium coating on the outer surface of the fork’s the inner tubes reduces sliding friction (stiction) and improves action, contributing to the smoother ride. 
At the rear, spring preload initial settings and damping settings were optimised for the single-seat Ninja ZX-10RR.