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2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Revealed At EICMA 2025 with Aerodynamic and Feature Updates
Kawasaki unveiled the 2026 Ninja ZX-10R at the 2025 EICMA show, featuring enhanced aerodynamics, a new TFT display, and a Euro 5+ engine. The redesigned bodywork incorporates integrated winglets for increased downforce, while the engine remains a 998cc inline-four, now compliant with updated emissions standards. The suspension and braking systems have been improved, including a standard Öhlins steering damper. Additionally, the ZX-10RR variant offers lightweight components and upgraded tyres. Both models are set for global release by mid-2026.
Keshav Rajput
Updated Nov 14, 2025, 03:34 PM IST
2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Revealed At EICMA 2025 with Aerodynamic and Feature Updates
Kawasaki has revealed the 2026 Ninja ZX-10R at the 2025 EICMA show in Italy. The updated model features redesigned aerodynamics, a new TFT display and a Euro 5+ compliant engine. A track-focused ZX-10RR variant has also been introduced alongside the standard model. The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and ZX-10RR are expected to reach global markets by mid-2026.
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Updated Design and Aerodynamics
The 2026 Ninja ZX-10R receives redesigned bodywork with integrated winglets that generate 25 percent more downforce than before. The fairing also features a repositioned ram-air intake and updated headlights. Kawasaki says the chassis geometry has been adjusted, with a 2mm increase in swingarm pivot height to complement the new aerodynamics.
2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Engine and Performance
The new ZX-10R continues to use a 998cc inline four-cylinder engine that produces 193.3 bhp at 13,000rpm and 112Nm of torque at 11,400rpm paired with a six-speed gearbox. The engine is now Euro 5+ emission compliant and includes a second O2 sensor for compliance.
Suspension, Brakes and Tyres
The suspension setup retains the Showa Balance Free Fork and Balance Free Rear Cushion lite units but with revised damping and geometry settings. An Öhlins steering damper, earlier exclusive to the ZX-10RR, now comes standard on the ZX-10R. Braking duties are handled by Brembo M50 calipers and 330mm discs, while Bridgestone Battlax RS12 tyres are offered as standard.
Electronics and Display
The updated model gets a new 5-inch colour TFT display that supports Bluetooth connectivity through Kawasaki’s Rideology app. It adds voice command and turn-by-turn navigation features. The electronic suite continues to include multiple ride modes, traction control, cornering ABS, launch control, cruise control and a bi-directional quickshifter.
ZX-10RR Variant
Alongside the standard ZX-10R, Kawasaki has introduced the ZX-10RR with Pankl lightweight pistons, titanium connecting rods, titanium-coated fork tubes, steel-braided brake lines and Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP V3 tyres.
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