2019 Kawasaki Ninja® 1000 ABS

THE KAWASAKI DIFFERENCE

THE DREAM COMBINATION

Modern aggressive styling with sharp and edgy lines makes it unmistakably Ninja®. The ultimate sport tourer infused with superbike technology makes it the Ninja 1000 ABS motorcycle. From the daily urban commute to back roads and 2-up touring, the Ninja 1000 ABS offers open-class thrills, everyday comfort and enhanced touring performance.

Features may include:

SHARP NINJA® STYLING

Front and side fairings with harder, sharper and edgier lines provide modern styling and improved wind protection

Chin spoilers similar to those on the Ninja H2 and Ninja ZX -10R models strengthen the resemblance

Front and rear turn signals are more integrated, contributing to the modern updated sportbike image

Dual LED headlights are lower profile and feature low and high beams that offer excellent brightness

POWER & HANDLING

Take on the streets with legendary Ninja® performance.

1,043cc Engine

Smooth, powerful inline 4-cylinder, 1,043cc engine

Ample torque for easy take-off builds quickly with powerful acceleration

ASSIST AND SLIPPER CLUTCH

Assist and Slipper clutch offers light clutch pull and minimizes rear wheel chatter caused by downshifting

FRAME

Aluminum twin tube frame is highly rigid and features a high degree of mass centralization ensuring a balance of sharp turning and firm handling

SUSPENSION

Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping and remote spring preload adjusts to suit riding conditions and rider preference

Revised shock settings and linkage ratio offer suppler suspension action for improved bump absorption and firmer cushioning

41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping plus adjustable spring preload

BRAKES

IMU enabled Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS) is a supersport-grade high-precision multi-sensing ABS brake assistance system

Rear brake pads for increased response. ABS rear brake features a single 250mm petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper

ABS front brakes feature dual 300mm petal-type rotors with radial mount 4-piston monobloc calipers

ALL-DAY COMFORT

5–position clutch lever can be adjusted to suit the size of the rider’s hands based on rider preference.

Wider seat for the rider provides greater support and comfort while the longer, more thickly padded passenger seat helps prevent the passenger from sliding forward, providing enhanced comfort.

Ergonomically sculpted passenger grips are easy to hold and naturally positioned

Adaptable, relaxed upright riding position is comfortable and optimized to accommodate a full range of riding situations

EVERY-DAY CONVENIENCE

Mirrors are positioned 20mm farther outward and have a greater range of movement, offering easier adjustability

Digital display meter adds a gear position indicator, shift up indicator lamp and needle, LCD screen negative display, air temperature gauge as well as indicators for the IMU and KIBS

Clean-mount side case system allows KQR™ side cases* to be attached and removed easily for added convenience

DC power outlet (knock out) in dash area enables the addition of a DC power outlet to power devices/accessories*