Everything about the 2027 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX and SE: official technical specifications, updated prices, top speed, real-world fuel economy, voice commands, and color options.
Quick Info Sheet (TL;DR)
Price: Starting from approx. €15,490 for the Standard version and €17,890 for the SE version (indicative ex-factory list prices).
Specs at a Glance: 1,099cc inline-four engine, 136 HP, voice controls integrated into the Rideology app, and advanced suspension (Öhlins S46 and Brembo brakes on the SE).
Top Speed & Fuel Economy: Approx. 152–155 mph (245–250 km/h) indicated, with real-world fuel economy around 40–42 MPG (17–18 km/l).
In a motorcycle landscape now saturated with tall-stance maxi-crossovers, the Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX (2027) and the refined SE variant forcefully reiterate the virtues of the pure sport-tourer recipe: protective fairing, lower center of gravity, and the absolute riding precision of clip-on handlebars, enriched for the new year by significant technological innovations.
Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX (2027): Technical Specs and Chassis
Akashi's sport-tourer combines long-distance touring comfort with a strictly road-oriented chassis architecture:
Engine: Inline-four, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled.
Displacement: 1,099 cc.
Maximum Power: 136 HP (100 kW) at 9,000 RPM.
Maximum Torque: 83 lb-ft (113 Nm) at 4,800 RPM.
Electronics: 6-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU), standard KQS bi-directional quickshifter, cornering management, and new voice command integration managed via intercom and the Rideology app.
SE Chassis (Top Version): Brembo M4.32 monobloc front calipers, braided steel brake lines, and an Öhlins S46 rear monoshock with a convenient remote preload adjuster knob.
Tires / Wheels: Front 120/70-ZR17, Rear 190/50-ZR17.
Seat Height: 32.9 inches (835 mm).
Wet Weight: Approx. 520 lbs (236 kg) (525 lbs / 238 kg for the SE version).
List Price and Versions (Standard and SE)
The lineup is split between the entry configuration and the specialized setup dedicated to component excellence:
Standard Version: Offered at an estimated list price starting from €15,490 (ex-factory).
SE Version: Offered starting from €17,890 (ex-factory), equipped with the Brembo brake package and Öhlins suspension.
Dedicated Packages: The bike can be customized at purchase with Tourer kits (integrated hard luggage), Performance kits (sport exhaust slip-on), or combined packages.
Top Speed and Performance
The 1,099cc four-cylinder guarantees formidable mid-range punch and a vigorous top-end rush for sports riding:
Top Speed: The Ninja 1100SX hits an estimated true top speed of around 152–155 mph (245–250 km/h), protected by an aerodynamic fairing optimized for long highway transfers.
Road Behavior: The powerful torque at 4,800 RPM allows traveling fully loaded (with passenger and panniers) without being forced to downshift, while offering the rigor of a sports naked when the road opens up through twisties.
Real-World Fuel Economy and Range
Despite the full displacement and fully-loaded touring character, Kawasaki thermodynamic efficiency ensures very balanced feedback:
Extra-Urban and Highway at Legal Speeds: Estimated mileage around 42–45 MPG (approx. 18–19 km/l).
Mixed / Fully Loaded Touring Use: Around 38–40 MPG (approx. 16–17 km/l) (overall test average estimated around 40–42 MPG / 17–18 km/l).
With a generous 19-liter (5-gallon) fuel tank capacity, actual range comfortably exceeds 198–205 miles (320–330 km) before needing to look for a gas station.
New Official 2027 Color Schemes
For Model Year 2027, Akashi refreshes the color palette to distinguish the models in the lineup:
Ninja 1100SX (Standard):
Metallic Carbon Gray / Metallic Diablo Black
Ninja 1100SX SE:
Plasma Lime Green / Metallic Diablo Black
Pearl Stardust White / Metallic Diablo Black