Kawasaki Z1000 - 2008 Specifications and Reviews
The 2008 Kawasaki Z1000 is a high-performance naked bike built for experienced riders seeking aggressive thrills. Its potent inline-four engine delivers commanding torque and speed, making it ideal for spirited road riding and track days. Known for sharp handling and raw power delivery, the Z1000 defined the modern supernaked category.
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | Kawasaki Z1000 |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Ignition | TCBI Digital Advance |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 77.2 x 50.9 mm (3.0 x 2.0 inches) |
| Compression | 11.2:1 |
| Torque | 72.80 Nm (7.4 kgf-m or 53.7 ft.lbs) @ 8200 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 953.00 ccm (58.15 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension | Bottom-Link Uni-Trak® with gas-charged shock, stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 5.9 in. |
| Front suspension | 41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in. |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.5° |
| Frame type | Backbone, high-tensile steel tubes and cast aluminum engine sub-frame |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 18.54 litres (4.90 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,445 mm (56.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 780 mm (30.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,090 mm (82.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,064 mm (41.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Other specs | |
| Color options | Pearl Crystal White |











































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