Kawasaki introduced the Z1 motorcycle in 1972. Four years later they introduced the Kz900. The original Kawasaki Z1 was the first series of Japanese motorcycles with the combination of four cylinders, dual overhead cams and 903 cc (55.1 cu in). It was one of the most powerful motorcycles produced up until that time, and set multiple world records.[citation needed] And even though its quarter mile times and top speeds were grossly overestimated,[by whom?] actual numbers were impressive enough to earn the bike the nickname “The King”.[citation needed] In 1977 a z1000 ridden by Reg Pridmore became the first Japanese bike to win an AMA Superbikenational when it took the victory at Pocono Raceway. 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. In 2004, Kawasaki released the Z1000's smaller brother, the Z750. In 2007, Kawasaki released a new Z1000. The Z-series since the 1970s until today are also known as the “Z”, “Zed”, and “Z1k”.
| Kawasaki's profilation of this bike |
| Kawasaki upped the ante in the naked bike arena with the entrance of the Z1000. Beyond its muscular torque delivery and radical styling, the Z1000 dishes out a visceral riding experience. This purpose-built Kawasaki is equally at home in the garages of both practical motorcyclists — simply seeking a smile-producing weekend ride and owners desiring a bike that doesn’t fit the norm. |
| General information |
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| Model: | Kawasaki Z1000 |
| Year: | 2009 |
| Category: | Naked bike |
| Price as new (MSRP): | US$ 8899. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Engine and transmission |
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| Displacement: | 953.00 ccm (58.15 cubic inches) |
| Engine type: | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Torque: | 98.71 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 72.8 ft.lbs) @ 8200 RPM |
| Compression: | 11.2:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 77.2 x 50.9 mm (3.0 x 2.0 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Fuel control: | DOHC |
| Ignition: | TCBI Digital Advance |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed |
Transmission type,
final drive: | Chain |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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| Frame type: | Backbone, high-tensile steel tubes and cast aluminum engine sub-frame |
| Rake (fork angle): | 24.5° |
| Trail: | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Front suspension: | 41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in. |
| Rear suspension: | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak ® with gas-charged shock, stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 5.9 in. |
| Front tyre dimensions: | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tyre dimensions: | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Front brakes: | Double disc |
| Front brakes diameter: | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes: | Single disc |
| Rear brakes diameter: | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities |
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| Seat height: | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Overall height: | 1,064 mm (41.9 inches) |
| Overall length: | 2,090 mm (82.3 inches) |
| Overall width: | 780 mm (30.7 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 1,445 mm (56.9 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 18.54 litres (4.90 gallons) |
| Other specifications |
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| Starter: | Electric |
| Color options: | Pearl Crystal White |
| Further information |
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