Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX (ZX1002K) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
1,043cc Liquid-Cooled Inline-Four Sport-Tourer (Cruise Control + Bi-Directional KQS + Wet Slipper) · Source: Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX (ZX1002K) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX (ZX1002K) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2020–2024 Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX (ZX1002K) (chassis ZX1002K) requires 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MA2, API SG/SH/SJ/SL/SM) engine oil for a drain-only change and 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) with filter service (16097-0008 / HF303). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI front (120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)) and 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI rear (190/50ZR17 M/C (73W)), paired with 4× NGK CR9EIA-9 spark plug(s) and a YTX9-BS battery.
Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt)
R 290 kPa (2.90 bar)
Est. Range: ~333 km (207 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Wet Multi-Plate Manual Clutch NEVER use JASO MB |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 (Alt: SAE 10W-50) · JASO MA2 · API SG/SH/SJ/SL/SM |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 3.2 L (3.38 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 3.8 L (4.02 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 4.1 L (4.33 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16097-0008 / HF303 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 29 N·m (21.4 lb-ft / 2.96 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) · Rear: 190/50ZR17 M/C (73W) (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI Rear: 290 kPa / 2.90 bar / 42 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CR9EIA-9 × 4 (Gap: 0.8–0.9 mm (Iridium)) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | YTX9-BS (12V 8.0Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | 525 Heavy-Duty Sealed Chain (112 links, 15T/41T) — Maintain 20–30 mm slack |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Kawasaki Aluma-Cool Ethylene Glycol Coolant (~2.9 L) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 1043 cc · 142 hp @ 10,000 rpm · 111 N·m (81.9 lb-ft) @ 8,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 835 mm (32.9 in) · 235 kg (518 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 19 L (5.0 US gal) · ~17.5 km/L → ~333 km (207 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 18,000 km / 12,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Replacing the twin-exhaust Z1000SX (2011–2019) in 2020, the 4th-gen ZX1002K Ninja 1000SX introduced a single right-side muffler, electronic throttle, cruise control, up/down KQS, and TFT dash before evolving into the 1,099cc Ninja 1100SX for 2025.
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Unlike the short-stroke 998cc ZX-10R superbike, the Ninja 1000SX runs Kawasaki’s torquey 1,043cc long-stroke four (shared with Versys 1000), requiring 3.2 L drain-only or 3.8 L with an HF303 filter of SAE 10W-40 JASO MA2 synthetic.
Garage Wrenching Gotchas
- OEM rear tire size is a flat-profile 190/50ZR17 (not 190/55ZR17); changing aspect ratio alters rear ride height and wheel-speed ratio seen by the 6-axis IMU KTRC traction control.
- Because the Ninja 1000SX lacks a factory centerstand (exhaust collector routing sits underneath), thread M8 spools onto the swingarm for paddock-stand chain service and upright oil checks.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How much oil does the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX take on an oil change?
Drain-only refill is 3.2 L (3.4 US qt), and oil plus spin-on filter replacement requires 3.8 L (4.0 US qt).
What tire sizes and cold pressures are specified for the Ninja 1000SX?
Stock sizes are 120/70ZR17 front and 190/50ZR17 rear at 250 kPa (36 PSI) front and 290 kPa (42 PSI) rear cold; adjust the remote rear preload knob for luggage.
Can Kawasaki’s clean-mount 28 L side panniers hold a full-face helmet?
Yes—each bracketless clean-mount 28-liter Kawasaki OEM pannier is contoured to swallow most standard full-face helmets while matching the ignition key.