Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja - [2001] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja - [2001]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja
  • Year: 2001 | Type: Sport
  • Engine: 899 cc (54.8 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 202 kgs (445 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 183 kgs (403 lbs)
  • Power: 144 bhp (107 kW) @ 11000 rpm
  • Torque: 74.4 lb-ft (100.8 Nm) @ 9000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 712.8 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 368.3 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 5.2 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 5.3 secs
  • Top Speed: 170 mph (273.5 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 12.89 secs @ 132 mph
  • Frame: Aluminium
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Kawasaki ZX-9 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 2001. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2002 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC and the 2001 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC.This particular Kawasaki ZX-9 has a 899cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

Norton Superlight SS - [2020] image

An alternative Transverse engine, Sport style motorbike includes the Norton Superlight SS - [2020]

The 2001 ZX-9 shares its Transverse engine and Sport style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Norton Superlight SS and the 2019 Norton Superlight Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the ZX-9's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Norton Superlight SS | 2020cc.2019 Norton Superlight Twin | 2019cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 202 kgs (445 lbs) this makes the Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder or the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700, give or take 50kg.

Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC - [2025] image

The 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9 shares the same bhp with the Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC - [2025]

In terms of power the 899cc 16 valve Transverse 4 cylinder engine produces 144 bhp (107 kW) @ 11000 rpm similar to the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ [119 bhp (88 kW) @ 10000 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 74.4 lb-ft (100.8 Nm) @ 9000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder [50.0 lb-ft (67.7 Nm) @ 6500 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Rally [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Kawasaki ZX-9 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa 50th Anniversary Ed - [2014] image

The 2014 Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa 50th Anniversary Ed has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja.

The 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja has a Power to weight ratio of 712.8 bhp per ton and 368.3 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2001 ZX-9 competing with the 2014 Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa 50th Anniversary Ed [735.7 bhp\ton] and the 2013 Suzuki GSX 1300 R Hayabusa [735.7 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Kawasaki ZX-9 generating around 368.3 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2000 Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade 929 [391.5 lb-ft per ton] and the 2010 Kawasaki ZZR 1400 DOHC Special Edition [390.3 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 5.2 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 5.3 secs, this makes the Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja similar in acceleration to the 2022 Suzuki Katana 1000 (5.2 secs) and the 2019 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 ABS (5.2 secs). This Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Suzuki GSX-S 1000 Yoshimura Special Edition - [2016] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja and the 2016 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 Yoshimura Special Edition

When talking about the performance of the 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 10.7 secs @ 132 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2016 Suzuki GSX-S 1000 Yoshimura Special Edition (10.7 secs) and the 1985 Yamaha FJ 1100 (10.7 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2001 version of the Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja has a maximum speed of 170mph.

Kawasaki ZX-10 R Ninja Performance Edition - [2010] image

Top Speed of the 2001 ZX-9 equals the 2010 Kawasaki ZX-10 R Ninja Performance Edition

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2001 Kawasaki ZX-9 R Ninja then how about a 2010 Kawasaki ZX-10 R Ninja Performance Edition (181 mph) and the 2010 Kawasaki ZX-10 R Ninja (181 mph).

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