Sport Tourers
1994Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100
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The 1994 Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 is a sport-touring powerhouse designed for experienced riders seeking high performance and long-distance capability. Its 1052cc inline-four engine delivers 147 horsepower and 108 Nm of torque, making it one of the fastest production motorcycles of its era. Best known for combining impressive speed with practical comfort, the ZZ-R 1100 excels as a do-everything superbike for aggressive touring and spirited road riding.
- Capacity
- 1052.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 233.0 kg
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Power
- 147.0 HP (108.1 kW)
What’s new for the 1994 Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100
vs the 1993| Spec | 1993 | 1994 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | — | 107.9 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.6 ft.lbs) |
| Fuel capacity | 20.00 litres (5.28 US gallons) | 24.00 litres (6.34 US gallons) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It was built as a high-speed sport-tourer, prioritizing effortless long-distance cruising with serious top-end performance in reserve.
- Built for
- It rewards a confident, smooth riding style, delivering big, linear power and stable high-speed composure rather than sharp, flickable agility.
- Not ideal for
- This is not a good fit for new riders, short commuters seeking easy low-speed maneuverability, or anyone wanting an off-road capable machine.
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
- 1052.0 ccm
- Power
- 147.0 HP (108.1 kW)
- Torque
- 107.9 Nm (11.0 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6309 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 76.0 x 58.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1500 mm
- Seat height
- 780 mm
- Dry weight
- 233.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 264.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 24.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 4.20 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 117 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 170/60-17
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 | 1990 | 1993 | 1994 | 1996 | 1998 | 2001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1052 cc | 1052 cc | 1052 cc | 1052 cc | 1052 cc | 1052 cc |
| Dry weight | 233 kg | 233 kg | 233 kg | 233 kg | 233 kg | 235 kg |
| Seat height | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm | 780 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 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 ZZ-R 1100?
The 1994 Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 has a Capacity of 1052.0 ccm (64.20 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 have?
The 1994 Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 has a Power of 147.0 HP (108.1 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 have?
The 1994 Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100?
The 1994 Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 has a Torque of 107.9 Nm (11.0 kgf-m or 79.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 weigh?
The 1994 Kawasaki ZZ-R 1100 has a Dry weight of 233.0 kg (513.7 pounds).
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