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KAWASAKI Z 1000 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 21
First production year: 2002
KAWASAKI Z1000 ABS photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a four-cylinder standard motorcycle with a streetfighter style that debuted in 2003 and continued production until the present (2023). The first Kawasaki motorcycle part of the Z series was introduced in 1972.

Over its production time, the Kawasaki Z1000 underwent several visual, technical, and performance updates, making it more aggressive, powerful, and better handling. The latest update was in 2014.

In 2014, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000ABS, a streetfighter-styled motorcycle that received styling, performance, and technical modifications.

The 2014 motorcycle had a better look, a slightly more powerful engine, new four-piston monobloc calipers on the front, a Big Piston Showa fork, lighter wheels, and a larger fuel tank.

In the appearance department, the motorcycle packed standard features, such as a front cowl with dual headlights, side panels, an engine spoiler, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system with two double silencers on each side, and lightweight wheels.

In the performance department, the 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 ABS had its soul brought to life by a 1,043cc four-stroke, four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system. As for the power figures, the engine delivered 142 hp at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm (82 lb-ft) torque at 7,300 rpm.

The bike's wheels were fitted with two 310 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 250 mm disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear, offering excellent stopping power.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 ABS SE photo gallery

In 2014, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000 ABS SE alongside the base model. The 2014 line-up was restyled for a more aggressive appearance and delivered more power than the previous model.

The bike's appearance had a unique Sugomi-styled facelift that made it look more aggressive, a new analog and digital instrument panel that delivered more information, and a new, more compact subframe.

It packed standard features, such as a small front cowl, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system with two double mufflers on each side, redesigned side panels, an engine spoiler, and lightweight six-spoke wheels.

Suspension-wise, the bike packed a 41 mm upside-down adjustable Showa fork on the front with 120 mm of travel and an adjustable horizontal-mounted shock absorber on the rear with 122 mm of travel.

In the braking department, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 310 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 250 mm petal disc tied to a single-piston caliper, offering excellent stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 ABS SE had its soul brought to life by a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 142 hp at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm (82 lb-ft) torque at 7,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 ABS photo gallery

In 2013, the Japanese motorcycle maker released the Kawasaki Z1000 ABS, a standard motorcycle with an aggressive streetfighter style that retained the same technical, visual, and performance specifications as the previous model without any modifications.

In 2010, the bike received the latest revision that included styling updates and a slightly larger capacity engine that delivered more power and torque. In addition, the motorcycle was marketed as the Z1000 ABS because the ABS came as standard.

In the aesthetic department, the motorcycle offered the same standard features as previous models, such as a front cowl with twin headlights, a small fly screen, a two-piece dual seat, a blacked-out exhaust system, an engine fairing, and five-spoke lightweight wheels.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2013 Kawasaki Z1000 ABS had installed a 1,043cc four-stroke liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm. The 138 hp sent the bike to a top speed of 250 kph (149 mph).

From top speed to a complete stop, the bike relied on two semi-floating petal discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc tied to a single-piston caliper, offering excellent braking performance enhanced by the ABS.

The bike was built around a twin-tube aluminum frame with a 41 mm adjustable upside-down telescopic fork on the front and a gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 Special Edition photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a four-cylinder standard motorcycle with a streetfighter styling that debuted in 2003. The first Z1000 model was introduced back in 1977 to replace the 903cc Kawasaki Z1/Z900.

In 2012, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition, a unique model that retained the aggressive styling of its predecessors but with a unique color scheme.

In the visual department, the bike was painted differently than the standard version, black being the primary color, white elements such as the front fender, engine spoiler, side panels, and under passenger seat cover, enhanced by several orange accents on the side panels, fuel tank, passenger seat, and wheels.

The bike packed the same 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine as the base model, fed by an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system, boasting 138 hp with a peak force at 9,6000 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

The engine worked in tandem with a six-speed manual transmission with a cable-operated wet multi-plate clutch, sending the power to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to 250 kph (149 mph).

As for the braking performance, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 250 mm petal disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX photo gallery

In 2012, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000SX, a sport-touring motorcycle that retained all the previous model's features without significant modifications.

The bike was characterized as a fully faired family member of the Z1000 streetfighter, sharing the same engine and frame. Besides its name, the bike was unrelated to the 1986-1989 Ninja 1000R or other Ninja models.

It was also known as the Ninja 1000SX, Ninja 1000, or Z1000S and was a sport-touring motorcycle first manufactured by Kawasaki in 2011. The bike was part of the Ninja family and continued production until the present (2023).

It packed standard features, such as a full fairing, an aggressive front cowl with two headlights, a two-piece dual seat, a medium-sized windscreen, a blacked-out exhaust system, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

At the bike's core was a 1.043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

The bike's engine power was handled by a six-speed manual transmission with a cable-operated wet multi-plate clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 243 kph (151 mph).

From top speed to a complete halt, the bike relied on two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX Tourer photo gallery

In 2011, alongside the standard model, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer, a motorcycle that retained all the nifty features of the previous model without any significant modifications whatsoever.

Compared to the standard model, the Z1000SX Tourer was equipped with a pair of side-mounted color-matched panniers with a 37-liter storage capacity, allowing the rider and passenger to pack more luggage for longer journeys.

The visual department was identical to the previous model, with standard features, such as a full fairing, a dual headlight system, a medium-sized windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a blacked-out exhaust system, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

The motorcycle was built around a twin-tube aluminum frame with a 41 mm upside-down adjustable fork on the front and a back-link gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent riding characteristics.

Two semi-floating petal discs tied to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc coupled to a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel delivered excellent braking performance.

As for the power figures, the 2011 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer had installed a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine managed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 138 hp with a peak force at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000SX, also known as the Ninja 1000SX, Ninja 1000, or Z1000S, was a sport-touring motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 2011. The bike was part of the Ninja family and continued production until the present (2023).

The bike was characterized as a fully faired sibling of the Z1000 streetfighter, sharing its engine and frame. Besides its name, the bike was unrelated to the 1986-1989 Ninja 1000R or any other Ninja models.

Compared to the Kawasaki Z1000, the Z1000SX model was fitted with more touring-oriented features, such as panniers for more storage, a larger fuel tank for more range, better ergonomics, and other touring elements.

The bike had standard features, such as a full fairing, an aggressive front cowl with two headlights, a medium-sized windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a blacked-out exhaust system, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

Underneath its fairing, the 2012 Kawasaki Z1000SX had hidden from plain sight a 1.043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a cable-operated wet multi-plate clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 243 kph (151 mph).

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

The first Kawasaki Z1000 was introduced in 1977 to replace the Kawasaki Z1/Z900. In 2003, the maker released the Kawasaki Z1000, a revamped model with a four-cylinder engine and a streetfighter style.

In 2012, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000, a motorcycle that retained the same technical, visual, and performance specifications as the previous model without any modifications.

The latest revision was in 2010, with visual modifications and a slightly larger capacity engine that brought more power and torque. Also, the bike was marketed as the Z1000 ABS, which was fitted on the bike as a standard option.

In the visual department, the motorcycle offered an aggressive appearance, with a front cowl with twin headlights, a small fly screen, a two-piece dual seat, a blacked-out exhaust system, an engine fairing, and five-spoke lightweight wheels.

In the performance department, the 2012 Kawasaki Z1000’s power came from a 1,043cc four-stroke liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine managed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, delivering 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

The engine power was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate cable-operated clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final shaft drive, pushing the motorcycle to 250 kph (149 mph).

From top speed to a complete stop, the bike relied on two semi-floating petal discs tied to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc coupled to a single-piston caliper, offering excellent stopping power.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX Tourer photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000SX was a sport-touring motorcycle manufactured from 2011 and continued production until the present (2023). In other markets, the bike was known as the Ninja 1000 SX, Ninja 1000, and Z1000S.

The bike was characterized as a fully faired sibling of the Z1000 streetfighter, both packing the same 1,043cc engine, fuel injection, and aluminum backbone tube frame, but with several touring-oriented features, such as ergonomics, storage, a larger tank, and other design elements.

The bike's visual department represented a full fairing with a dual-headlight system, a medium-sized windscreen, a two-piece dual seat with passenger grab handles, side-mounted panniers for extra storage, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

The bike was built around an aluminum twin-tube frame with a 41 mm upside-down adjustable telescopic fork on the front and a horizontal back-link gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling.

The braking performance was handled by two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2011 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer had installed a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered 138 hp with maximum strength at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX City photo gallery

In 2010, alongside the standard and SX models, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000SX City, a semi-faired motorcycle that could handle heavy traffic both in the city and around it.

Compared to the Z1000SX model, the SX City featured an additional 37-liter top case, spacious enough to fit a full-face helmet or small luggage. Also, several accessories made the Kawasaki Z1000SX City a worthy sport-touring machine.

In the visual department, the bike was fitted with standard features, such as a half fairing, a medium-sized windscreen, a two-piece dual seat, a luggage rack with integrated passenger grab rails, a top case for storage, a four-into-two exhaust system, and lightweight wheels.

The bike was built around a lightweight aluminum twin-tube frame with a 41 mm upside-down adjustable telescopic fork on the front and a horizontal back-link gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

The braking power was handled by two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

As for the power figures, the 2010 Kawasaki Z1000SX City had its soul brought to life by a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard motorcycle powered by a four-cylinder engine with a streetfighter styling that debuted in 2003 and continued production until the present (2023). The first Z1000 model was introduced in 1977, superseding the 903cc Kawasaki Z1/Z900.

In 2010, alongside the standard model, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000SX, a half-naked motorcycle with excellent street performance and even a little bit of touring capabilities.

Compared to the standard model, the 2010 Z1000SX model packed an aggressive front cowl, a windscreen, and different and larger side fairings with integrated clear lens turn signals. It packed a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system with a double silencer on each side, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

The bike was built around an aluminum twin-tube frame with a 41 mm upside-down adjustable telescopic fork on the front and a horizontal-mounted back-link gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

The braking power was handled by two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, offering excellent stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2010 Kawasaki Z1000SX had its soul brought to life by a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

In 2011, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000, a standard motorcycle with aggressive streetfighter styling that retained all the specifications of the previous model without any significant modifications.

The latest update of the Z1000 model was in 2010 when the maker updated its styling and installed a slightly larger capacity engine with more power and torque. Also, the bike was marketed as the Z1000 ABS, an option that came as standard.

In the aesthetic department, the bike had standard features such as an aggressive front cowl, a small fly screen, an engine fairing, a two-piece dual seat, a blacked-out exhaust system, and five-spoke cast aluminum wheels.

The bike was built around a lightweight aluminum twin-tube frame with a 41 mm upside-down adjustable telescopic fork on the front and a back-link gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

The braking performance was achieved by two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering reliable stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2011 Kawasaki Z1000 had its heartbeat set by a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 138 hp with a peak force at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 Black Edition photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard motorcycle with streetfighter styling that debuted in 2003 and continued production until the present (2023). The first Z1000 model was introduced back in 1977, superseding the 903cc Kawasaki Z1/Z900.

In 2011, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000 Black Edition, a special edition motorcycle that retained the performance and technical specifications of the base model but with a darker look.

In the visual department, the bike had every element finished in black, including the frame, engine, bodywork, exhaust system, and wheels. It featured several red accents on the bodywork and red stripe lines on the rim edges.

The 2011 Kawasaki Z1000 Black Edition was powered by the same 1.043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine as the standard model, delivering 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

All the engine power was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to 240 kph (149 mph).

In the braking department, the bike packed two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering excellent stopping power.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard motorcycle with streetfighter styling and a four-cylinder engine that debuted in 2003. The first Z1000 model appeared in 1997, superseding the 903cc Kawasaki Z1/Z900.

In 2010, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000, an aggressive-looking motorcycle with a revision for the 2010 model year. It came with a styling update and a slightly larger engine and was marketed as the Z1000 ABS, an option that came as standard.

In the visual department, the bike packed a redesigned front cowl with a more aggressive look, a fly screen, redesigned side panels with integrated clear lens turn signals, a two-piece dual seat, a redesigned exhaust system, and new five-spoke lightweight wheels.

As for the power figures, the 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 had installed a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

The engine power was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-disc clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 240 kph (149 mph).

From top speed to a complete stop, the motorcycle relied on two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

In 2009, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000, a streetfighter or standard-styled motorcycle that debuted in 2003 and continued production until the present (2023).

The 2009 model came with the same technical, performance, and visual specifications as the previous model, without any modifications whatsoever. The latest update was in 2007 when the bike received a de-tuned version of ZX-9R's engine and a redesigned exhaust system.

The bike's visual aspect was identical to the previous model, packing standard features, such as a small front cowl, a fly screen, a two-piece dual seat, a four-into-one exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and three-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

In the performance department, the 2009 Kawasaki Z1000 had its soul brought to life by a 953cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by a fuel injection system, boasting 125 hp with maximum strength at 10,000 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 8,200 rpm.

The engine was fitted in a tubular backbone high tensile steel frame with a 41 mm adjustable upside-down telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable bottom-link uni-trak shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

As for the braking power, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 300 mm petal discs with four-piston calipers on the front and a 250 mm petal disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, delivering optimum stopping power.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

In 2008, the Japanese motorcycle maker launched the Kawasaki Z1000, a standard or streetfighter-styled machine that debuted in 2003 as a completely revamped model 30 years after the first Z1000 released in 1977.

The 2008 model came with the same package as the previous one, packing the same technical, visual, and performance specifications without any modifications. The latest update was in 2007, with a de-tuned version of ZX-9R's engine and a redesigned exhaust system.

The bike's appearance was identical to the previous model, featuring a small front cowl, a fly screen, side panels with integrated turn signals, a two-piece dual seat, a four-into-two exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and three-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

The bike was built around a tubular backbone high tensile steel frame with a 41 mm adjustable upside-down telescopic fork on the front and an adjustable bottom-link uni-trak shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent handling capabilities.

The braking performance was achieved by two 300 mm petal discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, delivering optimum stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 had its heartbeat set by a 953cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 125 hp with maximum strength at 10,000 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 8,200 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a four-cylinder motorcycle with a streetfighter or standard styling that debuted in 2003. The first Z1000 model was introduced in 1977, superseding the 903cc Kawasaki Z1/Z900.

After 30 years after its first introduction in 1973, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer introduced a completely revamped 30th-anniversary edition of the Kawasaki Z1000, with a modified engine borrowed from the ZX-9R model.

In 2007, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000, an updated version of the 2003-2006 model that featured a de-tuned engine of the ZX-9R motorcycle. The engine provided less top-end power than the ZX-9R but more low-mid rpm range.

The bike had standard features, such as a small front cowl, a fly screen, new side panels with integrated turn signals, a two-piece dual seat, a redesigned exhaust system with a large muffler on each side, and three-spoke aluminum wheels.

In the performance department, the 2007 Kawasaki Z1000 had installed a 953cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, boasting 125 hp at 10,000 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 8,200 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a cable-operated clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to 238 kph (148 mph).

As for the braking performance, the bike packed two 300 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 292 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

In 2006, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000, a standard motorcycle that came in the same package as previous models, with the same technical, visual, and performance specifications, without any modifications.

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard or streetfighter-styled motorcycle that debuted in 2003 as a departure from other sports bikes of the time. The bike packed the same tail section as the 2003 ZX6r sports bike.

The bike was equipped with standard features, such as a small front cowl, a fly screen, a two-piece dual seat, a side stand, a heat-treated exhaust system with two silencers on each side, and three-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2006 Kawasaki Z1000 had installed a 953cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine managed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 127 hp at 10,000 rpm and 96 Nm (71 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

The engine power was transferred to a six-speed manual transmission with a cable-operated wet multi-disc clutch and sent to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 238 kph (148 mph).

As for the braking performance, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 300 mm discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 292 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, offering optimum stopping power.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard motorcycle introduced in 2003, with a streetfighter or standard styling powered by a four-cylinder engine. The Z1000 was first introduced in 1977 when it superseded the 903cc Z1/Z900 model.

30 years after its first introduction in 1973, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer introduced a completely revamped 30th-anniversary edition of the Kawasaki Z1000, with a modified engine borrowed from the ZX-9R model.

In 2005, Kawasaki launched the Z1000, a standard motorcycle styled like other sports bikes at the time and used the same tail section as the one used on the 2003 ZX6R sports bike. The bike packed a backbone frame that used the engine as a stressed member.

Visually, the bike packed standard features, such as a single headlight unit integrated into a small front cowl, a small fly screen, a two-piece dual seat, a heat-treated exhaust system with two mufflers on each side, and lightweight three-spoke aluminum wheels.

Suspension-wise, the bike was fitted with a 41 mm adjustable inverted cartridge-type fork on the front and an adjustable bottom-link uni-trak gas-charged shock absorber on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance and handling.

The 2005 Kawasaki Z1000 had its soul brought to life by a 953cc four-stroke liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering an output power of 127 hp at 10,000 rpm and 96 Nm (71 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

In 2004, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000, a naked motorcycle that featured the engine from the Ninja ZX-9R, bored out for a bigger displacement, which resulted in more low-rpm torque and four horsepower less than the ZX-9R.

In the performance department, the 2004 Kawasaki Z1000 took its thrust from a 953cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine that delivered an output power of 127 hp available at 10,000 rpm and 96 Nm (71 lb-ft) of torque with a peak at 8,000 rpm.

The engine power was converted into motion by a six-speed manual transmission that spun the rear wheel through a chain drive to a top speed of 238 kph (148 mph).

Besides the larger bore, the engine also featured a new cylinder head, new cams, new valve springs, and chrome composite-plated alloy cylinders that reduced weight and improved heat dissipation. In addition, the fuel-injection system featured large 38 mm throttle bodies that provided smoother engine response and fewer emissions.

The bike featured a high-tensile steel frame with large-diameter tubing that used the engine as a stressed member of the chassis for more rigidity and strength and removable mounts for easier maintenance.

Bolted to the frame at the front end the bike packed a 41 mm hydraulic fork that featured the same system used on dirt bikes, such as one fork leg with rebound damping and the other with compression damping and a Uni-Trak adjustable shock absorber on the rear.

As for braking performance, the bike packed two 300 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 292 mm disc squeezed by a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a four-cylinder motorcycle introduced by the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer in 2003 with streetfighter or standard styling. The first bike that started the Z series was the Z1, which debuted in 1972 with a 903cc engine, followed by the 1,015cc Z1000 in 1997.

The 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 was a departure from other naked sportbikes at the time and featured the same tail section as the 2003 ZX-6R machine, a four-one-four exhaust system, and a backbone frame that used the engine as a stressed member with removable mounts for easier maintenance.

A technological feature mostly used on dirt bikes made its way into the Z1000 model, with the suspension fork that used one fork leg for compression damping and the other one for rebound damping.

The naked machine was based on the renowned Ninja ZX-9R engine, with a larger bore, new cylinder head, new cams, and chrome composite plating alloy cylinders that reduced weight and improved heat dissipation.

As for the performance figures, the 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 took its thrust from a 953cc four-stroke four-cylinders liquid-cooled fuel-injected engine that delivered an output power of 127 hp with a peak at 10,000 rpm and 96 Nm (71 lb-ft) of torque available at 8,000 rpm.

The electronic fuel injection system delivered smooth power output and offered a confident throttle response for precise handling.

For braking performance, the bike packed two 300 mm discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 292 mm disc squeezed by a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

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