2011Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer

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The 2011 Kawasaki Z 1000 SX Tourer combines aggressive sport bike performance with practical touring capabilities, making it ideal for riders seeking high-powered thrills without sacrificing comfort on longer journeys. Its 1043cc inline-four engine delivers strong acceleration and responsive handling, while integrated touring features like fairings and comfort ergonomics enhance real-world usability for extended road trips.

Capacity: 1043.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 228.0 kg
Seat height: 822 mm
Power: 136.1 HP (100.1 kW) @ 9600 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering78%

City riding62%

Daily riding78%

Touring85%

Two-up75%

Track55%

Best for: Built as a sport tourer that blends a punchy litre-class engine with a more upright, comfortable riding position for covering long distances quickly.
Built for: Confident and muscular, rewarding assertive riders who enjoy strong midrange torque and stable high-speed cruising over twisty or open roads.
Not ideal for: Not a good fit for absolute beginners, off-road adventurers, or anyone seeking a lightweight, minimalist urban commuter.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Units

At 822mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2011 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer, with a moderate knee angle of around 90 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1043.0 ccm
Power: 136.1 HP (100.1 kW) @ 9600 RPM
Torque: 110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m) @ 7800 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.5969 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 77.0 x 56.0 mm
Compression: 11.8:1
Cooling system: Liquid
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet multi-disc, manual

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1445 mm
Overall length: 2105 mm
Overall width: 790 mm
Overall height: 1170 mm
Seat height: 822 mm
Dry weight: 228.0 kg
Wet weight: 230.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 19.00 litres
Ground clearance: 135 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Aluminium twin-tube
Front suspension: 41 mm inverted fork with stepless compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Rear suspension: Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and cam-style spring preload adjustability
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°
Trail: 102 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 300 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 250 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/50-ZR17

Other

Color options: Green/black

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2011	2012	2014	2015	2016
Capacity	1043 cc	1043 cc	1043 cc	1043 cc	1043 cc
Dry weight	228 kg	228 kg	228 kg	228 kg	228 kg
Seat height	822 mm	822 mm	820 mm	820 mm	820 mm
Fuel capacity	19 L	19 L	19 L	19 L	19 L