Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10 Motorcycle - Street (1988-1990)

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10, also known as the « Tomcat, » served as Kawasaki's flagship sportbike from 1988 to 1990. Recognized as the fastest production motorcycle in 1988, it boasted a top speed of 266 km/h. It was powered by a liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, 997 cc inline-four engine, producing 137 hp at 10,000 rpm. This engine was fed by Keihin 36mm carburetors and paired with a 6-speed manual transmission. Throughout its production run from 1988 to 1990, the Ninja ZX-10 was offered as a single model, without distinct trim levels. There were no significant mid-cycle generation or engine changes reported for the ZX-10 between these years. The model itself, introduced in 1988, represented a major advancement over its predecessor, the GPZ1000RX, notably featuring Kawasaki's first twin-spar aluminum frame and lighter engine components. Q: Are there any differences between the 1988, 1989, and 1990 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10 models?

A: No, the technical specifications and trim levels for the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10 remained consistent from 1988 to 1990. To find parts compatible with your specific model, please use the year and edition selector on this page.

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