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Kawasaki Z 1000 SX - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Kawasaki Z 1000 SX is a demanding sport bike engineered for experienced riders seeking aggressive track performance and street dynamics. Its potent 1043cc inline-four engine delivers 136 horsepower with sharp throttle response, while the SX designation emphasizes naked sportiness over full fairing practicality. Best known for blending raw power with accessible handling, it appeals to riders wanting serious performance without sportbike ergonomic extremes.
2012
General information | |
| Category | Sport |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Kawasaki Z 1000 SX |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Driveline | Sealed chain |
| Clutch | Wet mDouble disk, manual |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Injection. 38 mm x 4 (Keihin) with 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 | 110.00 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) @ 7800 |
| Power | 136.11 |
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 250 mm (9.8 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional anti-lock braking |
| Front brakes diameter | 300 mm (11.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Optional anti-lock braking |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 190/50-ZR17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear suspension travel | 138 mm (5.4 inches) |
| Rear suspension | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and cam-style spring preload adjustability |
| Front suspension travel | 120 mm (4.7 inches) |
| Front suspension | 41 mm inverted fork with stepless compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability |
| Trail | 102 mm (4.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.5° |
| Frame type | Aluminium twin-tube |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,445 mm (56.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 790 mm (31.1 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,105 mm (82.9 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,170 mm (46.1 inches) |
| Seat height | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 228.0 kg (502.7 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Factory warranty | 12 Months |
| Light | 30W x 2 halogen |
| Wheelbase | 1,255 mm (49.4 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. |
| 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 | Green/black, grey/black |
| Starter | Electric |
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