For 2011. an all-new model slots itself into the ultra-capable yet remarkably comfortable category – Kawasaki’s new Ninja 1000. Like the original from 1986. the new Ninja 1000 offers an alluring blend of capability and technology. from the very latest racetrack components. to astounding engine and chassis performance. to cutting-edge styling that’ll stop you in your tracksYearManufacturerModelEngine TypeEngine DisplacementBore & StrokeCompression RatioCoolingFuel SystemIgnitionStarting SystemTransmissionFinal DriveRake and TrailWheel BaseSeat HeightFront SuspensionRear SuspensionFront BrakeRear BrakeFront TireRear TireFuel CapacityDry WeightMSRP2011KawasakiNinja 1000Four-stroke. DOHC. four valves per cylinder. inline-four1. 43cc77. 0 mm x 56. 0 mm11. 8:1Liquid-CooledDFI with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies. oval sub-throttlesTCBI with digital advanceElectricSix-speedX-ring Chain24. 5 deg / 4. 0 in. 56. 9 in. 32. 3 in. 41 mm inverted cartridge fork w/stepless compression. rebound damping / 4. 7 in. Horizontal monoshock w/stepless rebound damping / 5. 4 in. travelDual 300 mm petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipersSingle 250 mm petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper120/70ZR-17190/55ZR-175. 0 gal. 502. 7 lbs. (Wet)$10. 99