KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Price increased to Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom), up by Rs 99,000 from the 2025 model
- Power down by 7 bhp and 2.9 Nm, now producing 193.1 bhp and 112 Nm
Kawasaki has silently rolled out the 2026 version of the Ninja ZX-10R, catching many enthusiasts off guard. Well, instead of a power bump with the new version, this one gets a dip in performance, meanwhile a hike in prices. Without delay, let's get into the details. What all has changed? What all remains the same? However, before getting into the details, make sure to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp community to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
Kawasaki has launched the 2026 Ninja ZX-10R. Starting with the basics, that is how it looks? The 2026 version carries the same aggressive design language that comes associated with the Ninja tag. At the front, you've those sharp twin LED headlamps, aerodynamic bodywork and the same racing-inspired stance. Moreover, it is available in two shades: Lime Green/Ebony/Pearl Blizzard White and Metallic Graphite Grey/Metallic Diablo Black. It continues to offer a TFT instrument console with smartphone connectivity, riding modes, launch control, cruise control and traction control. The features pack ensures that, despite no major overhaul in the design, the ZX-10R feels like a modern superbike.
Powertrain And Hardware
The 2026 Ninja ZX-10R is powered by a 998cc, liquid-cooled, inline four-cylinder engine, which churns out 193.1 bhp of power and 112 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the power and torque figures have gone down by 7 bhp and 2.9 Nm, but the rest all remain unchanged. Moving on to hardware, this beast rides on 17-inch wheels suspended on Showa BFF forks at the front and Showa BFRC monoshock at the rear. Meanwhile, braking duties are handled by 330mm dual discs at the front and 220mm single disc at the rear.
Pricing
The 2026 version of the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is launched at Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom), which is Rs 99,000 more than the previous model that costs Rs 18.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Notably, the 2025 model is still listed on the official website and will be sold alongside the latest model.
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Verdict
The 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R arrives with the same aggressive design and a strong feature set but sees a dip in performance alongside a noticeable price hike. While it still looks and feels like a modern superbike, enthusiasts may find the reduced output disappointing given the premium pricing.
