Kawasaki Picks Bridgestone as OEM Tire Provider for Ninja ZX-10R

Kawasaki and Bridgestone have entered into an agreement over OEM tire supply for the new Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R supersport motorcycle. Bridgestone will provide its Battlax Racing Street RS12 tires to serve as the new Ninja’s factory rubber.

The ZX-10R is Kawasaki’s latest flagship model, powered by the company’s new 998cc engine with 190 horsepower and 82.5 lb-ft of torque. This lime-green monster brings Superbike World Championship-proven design, like aerodynamic fairing winglets and high controllability, to everyday street and track riders.

In the same vein, Bridgestone’s Battlax Racing Street RS12 tires incorporate lessons learned from professional racetracks. With an optimized compound and tread pattern design, Bridgestone promises continued high dry-surface traction over several laps in racing conditions. 

Similarly, on dry curvy roads, the RS12 offers excellent dry grip and stable cornering through the twisties. With the tire, Bridgestone and Kawasaki aim to provide a safe, controllable, and exciting riding experience.

The 2026 Kawasaki ZX-10R with the new Bridgestone Battlax Racing Street RS12 tires is available now in Lime Green/Blue 24 or Metallic Matte Graphenesteel Gray/Metallic Spark Black from $16,999.