Naked Motorcycles
2013Kawasaki Z1000
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The 2013 Kawasaki Z1000 is a aggressive naked bike powered by a potent 1043cc inline-four engine, designed for experienced riders seeking raw performance and agile handling. Known for its sharp styling, responsive acceleration, and lightweight chassis, it excels as a streetfighter capable of dominating both urban roads and spirited canyon carving.
- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 218.2 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 138.0 HP (102.9 kW)
What’s new for the 2013 Kawasaki Z1000
vs the 2012| Spec | 2012 | 2013 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 125.2 HP (92.1 kW) | 138.0 HP (102.9 kW) |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Aggressive street naked built for spirited backroad blasts, canyon carving and confident urban riding with a big-bore punch.
- Built for
- Muscular, hooligan super-naked with a howling inline-four, sharp styling and eager throttle. Refined yet raw and full of attitude.
- Not ideal for
- Not for beginners, dedicated long-haul tourers wanting wind protection, or anyone seeking off-road ability or a laid-back cruiser.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Power
- 138.0 HP (102.9 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 123 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- DKAXC1.04AAA-002
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 5.24 L/100km (44.9 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.1 CO g/km
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6324 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 56.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with Digital Advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1440 mm
- Overall length
- 2096 mm
- Overall width
- 805 mm
- Overall height
- 1085 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Wet weight
- 218.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.10 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum Backbone
- Front suspension
- 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 104 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Golden Blazed Green/Metallic Spark Black
- Warranty
- 12
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2007 | 2011 | 2013 | 2014 | 2018 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 953 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc |
| Dry weight | 198 kg | 198 kg | — | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18.5 L | 15.1 L | 15.1 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Z1000?
The 2013 Kawasaki Z1000 has a Capacity of 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z1000 have?
The 2013 Kawasaki Z1000 has a Power of 138.0 HP (102.9 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z1000 have?
The 2013 Kawasaki Z1000 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Z1000 weigh?
The 2013 Kawasaki Z1000 has a Wet weight of 218.2 kg (481.0 pounds).
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