MCN overall verdict

The new Kawasaki ZX-10R scores an easy five out of five; it surely must be the fastest production 1000cc bike of the current crop. But this ZX-10R is not all about Kawasaki’s new blistering engine and head-banging attitude, it’s controllable and handles much better than the previous ZX-10R and despite the blistering pace is actually easier to ride. Not for the faint hearted, the new ZX-10R is a true superbike for the road.

Specifications

Top speed	186mph
1/4-mile acceleration	10.6 secs
Power	185.4bhp
Torque	83.3ftlb
Weight	169kg
Seat height	830mm
Fuel capacity	17 litres
Average fuel consumption	40mpg
Tank range	150 miles
Insurance group	17

Engine size	998cc
Engine specification	16v transverse four, 6 gears
Frame	Aluminium back bone
Front suspension adjustment	Preload, compression and rebound
Rear suspension adjustment	Preload, compression and rebound
Front brakes	2 x 310mm with radial four piston calipers
Rear brake	220mm disc
Front tyre size	120/70 x 17
Rear tyre size	190/55 x 17