The Kawasaki Z1000 is a four-cylinder motorcycle introduced in 2003 with streetfighter or standard styling. The Z1000 was first introduced in 1977 superseding the previous 903 cc capacity Z1/Z900. Some countries like Australia and Thailand are still receiving current models of the Z1000 with Australia currently selling the new 2025 model citation {https://www.kawasaki.com.au/en-au/motorcycle/z/supernaked/z1000/2025-z1000}
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
|---|---|
| Parent company | Kawasaki Heavy Industries |
| Production | 2003–2016 |
| Class | Standard |
| Engine | Liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline four, fuel injection |
| Power | 104.4kW (140bhp) @11000 rpm[1] |
| Torque | 111 NM @ 7300 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Suspension | 41 Mm Inverted Fork With Stepless Compression & Rebound Damping & Spring Preload Adjustability. |
| Brakes | Dual Disk 310mm at the front and Single Disc 250mm at the rear. |
| Tires | Front Tyre 120/70ZR17M/C (58W), Rear Tyre 190/50ZR17M/C (73W) [2] |
| Weight | 198kg (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 18.16L |
| Fuel consumption | 15.0L (Claimed)[3] |
| Related | Z750 Z800 Z900 Ninja 1000 |
History
editKawasaki introduced the Z1 (900) motorcycle in 1972 as the first of the Kawasaki Z series, with four cylinders, dual overhead camshafts and 903 cc (55.1 cu in), followed by a 1015 cc version designated Z1000.[4]
In 2003 Kawasaki introduced a completely revamped 30-year anniversary edition of the Z1000. It used a modified engine from the Kawasaki ZX-9R, and was bored out by 2.2 mm resulting in bigger displacement, more low-RPM torque, and only a slight power loss of 4 bhp from the original ZX9.[citation needed] In 2004, Kawasaki released the Z1000's smaller brother, the Z750. In 2007, Kawasaki released a new Z1000.
In October 2009, Kawasaki unveiled the 2010 Z1000. It had a new aluminum frame, digital instrument panel, bodywork, and engine. Bore and stroke are 77 x 56 mm, 1 mm more than the ZX-10R's 76 x 55 mm displacing 1,043 cc. That is up from the previous model's 953 cc. Compression ratio is 11.8:1, and fuel injection is handled by a bank of 38-mm Keihin throttle bodies.[5]
2003–2006 models
editStylistically, the 2003 Z1000 was a departure from other naked sportbikes of the time. The Z1000 used the same tail section that was being used on the 2003 ZX6R 636 cc sport bike.
It has a 4-2-4 exhaust system. The Z1000 uses a backbone frame that supports the engine as a stressed member. Engine mounts can be removed to ease access for maintenance. Compression damping is done on one fork leg, rebound damping on the other. This technology is from dirt bikes, and is rare on street motorcycles. The Nissin brakes have four piston calipers.
2007–2009 models
editIn 2007 Kawasaki released an updated version of the Z1000. The bike features a detuned version of the ZX-9R engine. This detuning, in addition to the design of the exhaust, provides less top end compared to the super-sport ZX-9R engine, but more low to mid rpm range.[citation needed]
2010–2013 models
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The Z1000 was redesigned for 2010. Along with the customary styling update came a slightly larger capacity engine. The motorcycle was officially marketed as the "Z1000 ABS", as ABS came fitted as standard.[6]
In 2013 Kawasaki broke with the 3-year update cycle and choose to release a "special edition" – alongside the standard edition – to mark the 40th anniversary of the Z brand.[7] The differences between the models were purely aesthetic.
2014–2016 models
editThe Z1000 was restyled and updated for 2014, making slightly more power; and front brake caliper are 4-piston monoblock. Also a big piston Showa separate function fork along with lighter wheels and a slightly larger gas tank.[8][9]
Specifications
edit| 2003–2006[10] | 2007–2009[10] | 2010–2013[10] | 2014–2016[11] | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine type | Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four-cylinder, 16-valve | |||
| Displacement | 953 cc (58.2 cu in) | 1,043 cc (63.6 cu in) | ||
| Bore & stroke | 77.2 mm × 50.9 mm (3.04 in × 2.00 in) | 77.0 mm × 56.0 mm (3.03 in × 2.20 in) | ||
| Top speed | 155 mph (249 km/h)[12] | 149.3 mph (240.3 km/h)[12] | ||
| Maximum torque | 95.6 N⋅m (70.5 lbf⋅ft) @ 8,000 rpm(claimed)[13] | 98.7 N⋅m (72.8 lbf⋅ft) @ 8,200 rpm(claimed)[14] 66.6 lb⋅ft (90.3 N⋅m) (rear wheel)[15] |
110 N⋅m (81 lbf⋅ft) @ 7,800 rpm(claimed)[16] | 111.0 N⋅m (81.9 lbf⋅ft) @ 7,300 rpm(claimed)[17]) 74.9 lb⋅ft (101.6 N⋅m) (rear wheel)[15] |
| Maximum power | 93.4 kW (125.3 hp) @ 10,000 rpm(claimed)[13] | 92 kW (123 hp) @ 10,000 rpm(claimed)[14] 108.8 hp (81.1 kW) (rear wheel)[15] |
101.5 kW (136.1 hp) @ 9,600 rpm(claimed)[16] | 104.5 kW (140.1 hp) @ 10,000 rpm(claimed)[18][17] 125.8 hp (93.8 kW) (rear wheel)[15] |
| Compression ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.8:1 | ||
| Fuel injection | 38 mm diameter x 4 | 38 mm diameter x 4 | ||
| Ignition | Battery and coil | |||
| Transmission | 6-speed, constant mesh, return shift | |||
| Clutch | Wet, multi disc | |||
| Final drive | Chain | |||
| Frame type | Diamond, high-tensile steel | Backbone, high-tensile steel tubes and cast aluminum engine sub-frame | Twin-tube, aluminium | |
| Rake / trail | 24° / 101 mm (4.0 in) | 24.5° / 103 mm (4.1 in) | ||
| Front suspension / wheel travel | 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in. | Showa fully adjustable separate-function SFF-BP fork | ||
| Rear suspension / wheel travel | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 5.9 in. | |||
| Front tire size | 120/70 ZR17 | |||
| Rear tire size | 190/50 ZR17 | |||
| Wheelbase | 1,420 mm (56 in) | 1,445 mm (56.9 in) | 1,440 mm (57 in) | 1,435 mm (56.5 in) |
| Front brake type | Dual disc | Dual disc petal rotors | four-piston Monoblock front brake calipers | |
| Rear brake type | Single disc | Single disc petal rotor | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 19 L (4.2 imp gal; 5.0 US gal) | 18.5 L (4.1 imp gal; 4.9 US gal) | 15 L (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal) | 17 L (3.7 imp gal; 4.5 US gal) |
| Curb weight | 221 kg (487 lb) | 228 kg (503 lb)[14] | 218 kg (481 lb)[16] | 220 kg (490 lb)[17] |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32 in) | 815.34 mm (32.100 in) | ||
| Overall length | 2,080 mm (82 in) | 2,090 mm (82 in) | 2,095 mm (82.5 in) | 2,044.7 mm (80.50 in) |
| Overall width | 770 mm (30 in) | 780 mm (31 in) | 805 mm (31.7 in) | 789.94 mm (31.100 in) |
| Overall height | 1,055 mm (41.5 in) | 1,065 mm (41.9 in) | 1,085 mm (42.7 in) | 1,054.1 mm (41.50 in) |
| Road clearance | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Kawasaki Z1000 Specifications, Z1000 Variants Specs- Kawasaki Bikes".
- ^ "Kawasaki Z1000 Specifications, Z1000 Variants Specs- Kawasaki Bikes".
- ^ "Kawasaki Z1000 Specifications, Z1000 Variants Specs- Kawasaki Bikes".
- ^ One Litre Giant Test, Bike, February 1977 pp.33-45 Accessed January 8, 2020
- ^ Motorcycle.com 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 Preview Article
- ^ 2011 Z1000 ABS Specifications Sheet
- ^ 2013 Special edition models
- ^ Bornhop, Andrew (December 4, 2013). "2014 Kawasaki Z1000 ABS - First Ride". Cycle World. Retrieved August 23, 2016.
- ^ Adams, Bradley (January 3, 2015). "2014 Kawasaki Z1000 ABS Road Test Review". Sport Rider. Retrieved August 23, 2016.
- ^ a b c 2003-2006 Z1000 Owners Manuals
- ^ 2014 Z1000 ABS Sport
- ^ a b "Performance Index Winter '12/'13 Edition" (PDF), Motorcycle Consumer News, Bowtie Magazines, January 2013, archived from the original (PDF) on 2016-12-29
- ^ a b "2006 Kawasaki Z1000". Kawasaki. Retrieved August 23, 2016.
- ^ a b c "2009 Kawasaki Z1000". Kawasaki. Retrieved August 23, 2016.
- ^ a b c d "Sportbike Weights and Measurements". Sport Rider. Archived from the original on February 23, 2018. Retrieved August 23, 2016.
- ^ a b c "2013 Kawasaki Z1000". Kawasaki. Retrieved August 23, 2016.
- ^ a b c "2016 Kawasaki Z1000". Kawasaki. Retrieved August 23, 2016.
- ^ "2014 Kawasaki Z1000". Top Speed. 6 November 2013. Retrieved August 23, 2016.