2012 Kawasaki Z1000

Kawasaki Z1000 2012


2012 Kawasaki Z1000 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
A thrill to look at, a thrill to ride. The Z1000 – carving a powerful line as it cuts through the atmosphere and even as it stands still – is one of those rare motorcycles that balance a distinctive aesthetic with an engine that pumps out arm-straightening power.

General information
Motorcycle name Kawasaki Z1000
Model year 2012
Category Naked bike
Price as newUS$ 10799. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 1043.0 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine type In-line four, four-stroke
Compression 11.8:1
Bore x stroke 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. DFI with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignition TCBI Digital Advance
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Driveline X-Ring Chain
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type Aluminum Backbone
Rake (fork angle) 24.5°
Trail 104 mm (4.1 inches)
Front suspension 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear suspension Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in.
Front tire 120/70-ZR17
Rear tire 190/50-ZR17
Front brakes Double disc
Diameter 300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc
Diameter 250 mm (9.8 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Seat height 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1085 mm (42.7 inches)
Overall length 2096 mm (82.5 inches)
Overall width 805 mm (31.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Fuel capacity 15.14 litres (4.00 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Orange/black
Starter Electric
Factory warranty 12 months
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