2026 · Kawasaki Liter-class sport-tourer

2026 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX

Year-specific spec sheet for the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX — $13,499 MSRP, 2 trims, 2 colors.

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2026 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX

$13,499 MSRP · Base / Tourer

Metallic Spark Black Pearl Storm Gray / Metallic Spark Black
Engine
1043cc liquid-cooled DOHC inline-four
Bore Stroke
77.0 x 56.0 mm
Compression
11.8:1
Fuel System
DFI with four 38 mm Keihin throttle bodies
Transmission
6-speed with bi-directional Kawasaki Quick Shifter
Final Drive
Chain
Front Suspension
41 mm inverted fork, adjustable preload + rebound
Rear Suspension
Horizontal back-link monoshock, remote preload adjuster
Front Brakes
Dual 300 mm discs with 4-piston radial calipers, KIBS ABS
Rear Brakes
250 mm disc with single-piston caliper, KIBS ABS
Tires
120/70ZR17 front, 190/50ZR17 rear
Wheelbase
56.7 in
Seat Height
32.1 in
Curb Weight
525 lb
Fuel Capacity
5.0 gal
  • 6-axis IMU
  • Kawasaki Cornering Management Function
  • Sport-Kawasaki Traction Control (S-KTRC)
  • Kawasaki Intelligent ABS (KIBS)
  • Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS)
  • Electronic Cruise Control
  • Integrated riding modes
  • Color TFT with smartphone connectivity

Source: Kawasaki USA Ninja 1000 SX