2006 Kawasaki Z 1000

Kawasaki Z 1000 2006


2006 Kawasaki Z 1000 specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Kawasaki's profilation of this bike
Whether you refer to them as “naked” bikes or “standard” bikes, the look says it all for these motorcycles that emphasize power, backroad agility, and a certain type of rider individuality. Kawasaki’s Z1000 is no exception to this rule, and rightfully takes its place among the most desired of this breed of “nakedness.”

General information
Model Kawasaki Z 1000
Year of manufacture 2006
Type Naked bike
Price as newUS$ 8499. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
Rating 3.4  See the detailed rating of engine performance, design and look, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other motorcycle.
Engine and transmission
Engine size 953.0 ccm (58.15 cubic inches)
Type of engine In-line four, four-stroke
Torque 95.6 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.5 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression 11.2:1
Bore x stroke 77.2 x 50.9 mm (3.0 x 2.0 inches)
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Injection. Mikuni VM24SS
Fuel control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Cooling system Liquid
Gearbox 6-speed
Transmission type Chain (final drive)
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Rake (fork angle) 24.0°
Front suspension 41mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with Stepless Adjustable Rebound Damping
Rear suspension Uni-Trak with Stepless Adjustable Rebound and Damping
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 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 198.2 kg (437.0 pounds)
Seat height 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Wheelbase 1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Fuel capacity 18.16 litres (4.80 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Candy Flat Raw Plasma Blue
Starter Electric
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