2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport Specifications

Name: 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport
Brand: Kawasaki

Sport • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport Overview

Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport is a sport motorcycle, displacing 1441 cc. Power comes from an In-line four, four-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation, a compression ratio of 12.3:1. Bore and stroke come in at 84 x 65 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 158.20 Nm @ 7500 Revolutions of torque. On the road, the 2016 ZZR 1400 Performance Sport tips the scales at 268 kg, carries a 22-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 800 mm and spans a 1,480 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 73.3 kg heavier than the average sport motorcycle in our database. The full 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport compared with other bikes in the Sport category

We checked the recorded figures for the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport against up to 2003 bikes in the Sport category in our database, counting each model once at the model year nearest to this one.

Only 7 of the other 2002 bikes in the Sport category have a larger engine displacement than the 1441 cc of the ZZR 1400 Performance Sport.
With 158.2 Nm, the ZZR 1400 Performance Sport has the joint 15th highest torque of 1573 bikes in the Sport category, 109% above the category average of 75.7 Nm.
Wet weight of 268 kg is heavier than that of 1170 of the other 1212 bikes in the Sport category.
Narrowing the field to the 697 models within five model years of it, the engine displacement of 1441 cc is larger than that of 684 of the other 696.

Versus the 2015 model

Compared with the 2015 model, peak torque dropped from 162.5 Nm to 158.2 Nm (-4.3 Nm). Wet weight, displacement and seat height are unchanged.

2016 ZZR 1400 Performance Sport - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.
Strong front braking: Stopping power up front is strong thanks to the double disc setup, with plenty of room to upgrade further with braided lines.
Large fuel range: A 22-litre tank means fewer stops on longer rides - a genuine plus for touring or a lengthy daily commute.

Considerations

Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the ZZR 1400 Performance Sport needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Valve clearance checks

With Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve gear, the ZZR 1400 Performance Sport needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from double disc with dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The ZZR 1400 Performance Sport's suspension runs 43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. Compression damping: 18-way. Rebound damping: 15-way. Spring preload: Fully adjustable at the front. The rear uses Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, ?hlins TTX39 rear shock with piggyback reservoir and remote preload adjuster. Compression Damping: 22-wayRebound Damping: 22-way. Spring Preload: Fully adjustable. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The ZZR 1400 Performance Sport uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Monocoque, pressed-aluminium, the ZZR 1400 Performance Sport's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

Handling the weight at a standstill

268 kg puts the ZZR 1400 Performance Sport toward the heavier end of its class. It's most noticeable at walking pace; once underway the mass settles into the handling rather than fighting it.

ZZR 1400 Performance Sport - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport with its 1441 cc sport, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, drivetrain wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. This model runs chain final drive, so check chain slack and sprocket tooth profile specifically - a worn sprocket is a cheaper fix now than after it's chewed up the next chain. Now 10 years old, this sport is as likely to show age-related wear (perished rubber, seized fasteners, degraded seals) as mileage-related wear. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy ZZR 1400 Performance Sport should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects the ZZR 1400 Performance Sport's 1441 cc in-line four, four-stroke like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). With a 12.3:1 compression ratio, running the octane grade specified in the manual matters more than on a lower-compression engine. Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the ZZR 1400 Performance Sport needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

Valve clearance service

Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used ZZR 1400 Performance Sport since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.

2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport have?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport uses an In-line four, four-stroke engine with 1441 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport weigh?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport weighs 268 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much torque does the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport produce?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport produces 158.20 Nm @ 7500 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport has a 22-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 366-440 km between stops.

Is the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport suitable for shorter riders?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport has a seat height of 800 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.

What brakes does the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport have?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport uses double disc with dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston at the front and single disc with Opposed, twin-piston caliper at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport use?

The 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport runs 120/70-ZR17 front and 190/50-ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport Spec Evolution

The Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport was produced across 6 model years (2014-2020). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2014	2015	2016	2017	2019	2020
Seat Height	800 mm / 31.5 in	800 mm / 31.5 in.	800 mm / 31.5 in.	800 mm / 31.5 in.	800 mm / 31.5 in.	800 mm / 31.5 in.
Fuel Capacity	22 Litres / 5.8 gal	22.00 litres / 5.81 gallons	22.00 litres / 5.81 gallons	22.00 litres / 5.81 gallons	22.00 litres / 5.81 US gallons	22.00 litres / 5.81 US gallons
Displacement (cc)	-	1441.00 cc	1441.00 cc	1441.00 cc	1441.0 cc	1441.0 cc
Comments	-	Maximum power with RAM Air is 154.5 kW (210 PS at 10,000 rpm.	Maximum power with RAM Air is 154.5 kW (210 PS at 10,000 rpm. Small windscreen.	Maximum power with RAM Air is 154.5 kW (210 PS) at 10,000 rpm. Small windscreen.	Maximum power with RAM Air is 154.5 kW (210 PS) at 10,000 rpm. Small windscreen.	Maximum power with RAM Air is 154.5 kW (210 PS) at 10,000 rpm. Small windscreen.
Frame Type	Aluminium, Monocoque frame	Monocoque, pressed-aluminium	Monocoque, pressed-aluminium	Monocoque, pressed-aluminium	Monocoque, pressed-aluminium	Monocoque, pressed-aluminium
Wheelbase	1480 mm / 58.3 in.	1,480 mm / 58.3 in.	1,480 mm / 58.3 in.	1,480 mm / 58.3 in.	1480 mm / 58.3 in.	1480 mm / 58.3 in.
Brakes - Front	2x 310mm discs 4 piston calipers	Double disc	Double disc. Dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston.	Double disc. Dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston.	Double disc. Dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston.	Double disc. Dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston.
Brakes - Rear	Single 250mm disc 2 piston caliper	Single disc	Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.	Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.	Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.	Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.

Key Specifications

Engine

In-line four, four-stroke

Power

Not recorded

Torque

158.20 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.7 ft.lbs) @ 7500 Revolutions

Top Speed

Not recorded

Weight

268.0 kg / 590.8 lbs

Fuel Capacity

22.00 litres / 5.81 gallons

Full 2016 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 Performance Sport Specifications

Comments Maximum power with RAM Air is 154.5 kW (210 PS at 10,000 rpm. Small windscreen.

Colours Golden Blazed Green/Metallic Spark Black

Ground Clearance (in.) 4.9 inches

Ground Clearance (mm) 125 mm

Seat Height 800 mm / 31.5 in.

Wheelbase 1,480 mm / 58.3 in.

Height 1,170 mm / 46.1 in.

Length 2,170 mm / 85.4 in.

Width 770 mm / 30.3 in.

Fuel Capacity 22.00 litres / 5.81 gallons

Wet Weight 268.0 kg / 590.8 lbs

Max Torque 158.20 Nm (16.1 kgf-m or 116.7 ft.lbs) @ 7500 Revolutions

Displacement (cc) 1441.00 cc

Displacement (ci) 87.93 cubic inches

Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Bore x Stroke (in,) 3.3 x 2.6 inches

Bore x Stroke (mm) 84.0 x 65.0 mm

Fuel System Injection. 44 mm x 4 (Mikuni)

Compression Ratio 12.3:1

Engine Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler

Ignition Digital

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive Sealed chain

Frame Type Monocoque, pressed-aluminium

Suspension - Front 43 mm inverted fork with top-out springs. Compression damping: 18-way. Rebound damping: 15-way. Spring preload: Fully adjustable.

Suspension - Rear Bottom-Link Uni-Trak, ?hlins TTX39 rear shock with piggyback reservoir and remote preload adjuster. Compression Damping: 22-wayRebound Damping: 22-way. Spring Preload: Fully adjustable

Rake 23.0°

Trail 93 mm / 3.7 in.

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 12.2 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 310 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 9.8 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 250 mm

Brakes - Front Double disc. Dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston.

Brakes - Rear Single disc. Opposed, twin-piston caliper.

Tyres - Front 120/70-ZR17

Tyres - Rear 190/50-ZR17

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.