Naked Motorcycles
2014Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition
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The 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition is a powerful naked bike designed for experienced riders seeking aggressive performance and raw power. Its 1043cc inline-four engine delivers 140 horsepower and 111 Nm of torque, making it ideal for spirited road riding and track use. Known for its sharp handling and thrilling acceleration, this motorcycle represents the ultimate expression of uncompromising sportbike engineering in naked form.
- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 220.0 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 140.1 HP
What’s new for the 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition
vs the 2013| Spec | 2013 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) | 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches) |
| Power | 125.2 HP | 140.1 HP |
| Torque | — | 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7300 RPM |
| Weight | 218.2 kg (481.0 pounds) | 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.14 litres (4.00 gallons) | 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons) |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in. | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and preload adjustability |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers | Double disc. Optional ABS. Petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper | Single disc. Optional ABS. Petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper. |
| Wheelbase | 1,440 mm (56.7 inches) | 1440 mm (56.7 inches) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as an aggressive street and canyon-carving naked bike that blends big sportbike power with an upright, muscular stance.
- Built for
- Aggressive, muscular, and visually striking, this bike delivers a raw, torque-rich in-line four character with sharp handling and strong brakes for spirited road riding.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for off-road use, new riders wary of high power, or those seeking a relaxed, wind-protected long-distance tourer.
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
- 140.1 HP
- Torque
- 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m) @ 7300 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6368 HP/kg
- 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
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1440 mm
- Overall length
- 2046 mm
- Overall width
- 790 mm
- Overall height
- 1055 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Wet weight
- 220.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminium twin-tube
- Front suspension
- 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and preload adjustability
- Front wheel travel
- 122 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 104 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Optional ABS. Petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS. 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
- Black/white
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 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) | 815 mm (32.1 inches) | 815 mm (32.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 15.14 litres (4.00 gallons) | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
| Color options | Black/white | Black/white | Black/green |
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 Special Edition?
The 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition has a Capacity of 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition have?
The 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition has a Power of 140.1 HP.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition have?
The 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition?
The 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition has a Torque of 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7300 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition weigh?
The 2014 Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition has a Wet weight of 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds).
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