When it was introduced in 2000, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-12R earned the title of most powerful production bike thanks to a ram-air intake that bumped power from 178 hp at low speed to 190 hp at high speed.
Kawi planned on having a big release to counter the then-current top speed king, the Hayabusa. Team Green was hinting that they’d be able to top 200mph, and that was enough to scare some regulators into calling for an import ban on these top speed monsters. So in 2000, the ‘gentleman’s agreement’ that capped top speed at 300 km/h (186 mph) was instituted by manufacturers to avoid political issues. The ZX-12 thus never got the glory it probably should have because it had to be capped even before it was released.
In their quest for performance supremacy, Kawasaki introduced an aluminum monocoque frame – the first of its kind on a mass-produced production motorcycle – for increased stiffness and a narrower/more aerodynamic design. It was also Kawi’s first use of fuel injection in a sport bike since the GPz1100 from nearly two decades prior.
This example is VIN: JKAZX9A11YA007666. The seller purchased this example new 23 years ago.
The odometer shows 25,030 miles. The seller accounts for all miles on this motorcycle.
Maintenance:
The seller states they have performed all major tunes and services at the proper intervals. They have included documents of all service work performed.
Modifications:
Stainless steel front and rear brake lines.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Q2 tires that have aged out.
The sale includes two keys.
Extras:
This sale includes the original motorcycle service manual, owner’s manual, RK chain, and a collection of adverts from the time of release for the motorcycle.
OEM toolset.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Reno, Nevada, this Kawasaki is offered on a clean Nevada title. Have any ZX-12R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Additional Information
Location
Reno, Nevada
Year
2000
Make
Kawasaki
Model
Ninja ZX-12R
Mileage
25,030
VIN
JKAZX9A11YA007666
Title
Clean
Title State/Country
Nevada
Private Party/Dealership
Private Party
Additional Charges
No
VIN Report
https://cyclevin.com/JKAZX9A11YA007666.pdf
Total Bids Placed: 30
Auction has ended.
Auction expired without reaching reserve price.
Highest bidder was: c*********s
After the auction ended, the seller accepted an offer of $4,815 including buyer fees.
Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.
