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Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition - 2014 Specifications and Reviews
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.
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 2014 |
| Model | Kawasaki Z1000 Special Edition |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Ignition | TCBI with 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 |
| Torque | 111.00 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7300 |
| Power | 140.14 |
| 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. Optional ABS. Petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper. |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Optional ABS. Petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers. |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and preload adjustability |
| Front suspension travel | 122 mm (4.8 inches) |
| 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 | Aluminium twin-tube |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,440 mm (56.7 inches) |
| Overall width | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,046 mm (80.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,055 mm (41.5 inches) |
| Seat height | 815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 220.0 kg (485.0 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Factory warranty | 12 Months |
| Light | 30W halogen headlights / 5W taillight / 18W stoplight |
| Wheelbase | 1,255 mm (49.4 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 236 mm (9.3 inches) |
| 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. |
| Driveline | Selectable four-wheel drive with Variable Front Differential Control, shaft |
| Bore x Stroke | 80.0 x 72.0 mm (3.1 x 2.8 inches) |
| Compression | 8.3:1 |
| Model | Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4 |
| Color options | Black/white |
| Instruments | Fully digital instrument panel with an orange lens |
| Starter | Electric |
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