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Kawasaki Z1000 - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 is a middleweight naked bike powered by a 1043cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine, delivering aggressive performance and sharp handling. Designed for experienced riders seeking pure street thrills, it combines raw power with responsive maneuverability. Best known for its potent acceleration and aggressive styling, the Z1000 remains a benchmark supernaked motorcycle.
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Kawasaki Z1000 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | X-Ring Chain |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI Digital Advance |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. DFI with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches) |
| Compression | 11.8:1 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
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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 | Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in. |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in. |
| Trail | 104 mm (4.1 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.5° |
| Frame type | Aluminum Backbone |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 15.14 litres (4.00 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,440 mm (56.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 805 mm (31.7 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,096 mm (82.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,085 mm (42.7 inches) |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Other specs | |
| Light | 30W x 2 halogen |
| Wheelbase | 1,255 mm (49.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 236 mm (9.3 inches) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 292.1 kg (643.9 pounds) |
| Rear tyre | 25/10-12 |
| Front tyre | 25/8-12 |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm with single shock, preload adjustment / 7.1 in. |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut / 6.7 in. |
| Bore x Stroke | 80.0 x 72.0 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression | 8.3:1 |
| Model | Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4 Realtree APG HD |
| Color options | Orange/black |
| Factory warranty | 12 months |
| Starter | Electric |
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