Naked Motorcycles
1982Kawasaki Z 1100 ST
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The 1982 Kawasaki Z 1100 ST is a powerful naked bike that delivers 97 horsepower from its air-cooled 1089cc inline-four engine, making it ideal for riders seeking straightforward performance and classic styling. Known for its robust engineering, smooth power delivery, and shaft-driven reliability, the Z 1100 ST represents the pinnacle of early 1980s superbike technology for enthusiasts valuing substance over refinement.
- Capacity
- 1089.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 271.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 97.0 HP (71.3 kW) @ 8000 RPM
What’s new for the 1982 Kawasaki Z 1100 ST
vs the 1981| Spec | 1981 | 1982 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons) | 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a shaft-driven sport-tourer of its era, it favors sustained highway cruising and long straight-road pulls over tight technical work.
- Built for
- A torque-rich, air-cooled inline-four with shaft drive gives a smooth, low-maintenance, unhurried muscular character rather than a razor-sharp one.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking nimble flickability, off-road capability, or a lightweight commuter for tight urban lane-splitting.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1089.0 ccm
- Power
- 97.0 HP (71.3 kW) @ 8000 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3579 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 72.5 x 66.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.9:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 212.0 km/h (131.7 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 3.50-19
- Rear tyre
- 130/90-16
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 | 1981 | 1982 | 1983 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1089 cc | 1089 cc | 1089 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 21 L | 21 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 Z 1100 ST?
The 1982 Kawasaki Z 1100 ST has a Capacity of 1089.0 ccm (66.45 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z 1100 ST have?
The 1982 Kawasaki Z 1100 ST has a Power of 97.0 HP (71.3 kW) @ 8000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z 1100 ST have?
The 1982 Kawasaki Z 1100 ST has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Z 1100 ST weigh?
The 1982 Kawasaki Z 1100 ST has a Wet weight of 271.0 kg (597.5 pounds).
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