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1980Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R
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The 1980 Kawasaki Z 1000 S delivers raw power and aggressive styling for riders seeking genuine superbike performance. Its air-cooled 1015cc inline-four engine produces 90 horsepower and reaches 207 km/h, establishing it as one of the era's fastest production motorcycles. Known for its robust engineering and commanding presence, the Z 1000 S remains an icon of 1980s Japanese superbike dominance.
- Capacity
- 1015.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 272.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a muscular open-class sport-tourer of its era, it excels at strong straight-line acceleration and long-haul highway cruising rather than tight technical work.
- Built for
- It has the raw, visceral charm of early superbike-era Kawasakis - a strong-pulling inline-four with old-school steel-frame flex and analog feedback.
- Not ideal for
- It is not the right choice for a novice rider or anyone seeking nimble, light-footed cornering agility or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1015.0 ccm
- Power
- 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3309 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 70.0 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.7:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 207.0 km/h (128.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 3.50-18
- Rear tyre
- 4.00-18
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R?
The 1980 Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R has a Capacity of 1015.0 ccm (61.94 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R have?
The 1980 Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R has a Power of 90.0 HP (66.2 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R have?
The 1980 Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R weigh?
The 1980 Kawasaki Z 1000 S / Z 1-R has a Wet weight of 272.0 kg (599.7 pounds).
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