Sport Tourers
2012Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer
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The 2012 Kawasaki 1400GTR is a powerful sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort without sacrificing performance. Known for its robust 1352cc engine, smooth power delivery, and well-appointed touring features, it excels at covering vast distances with capable handling and comprehensive braking systems. The spacious seating and generous fuel capacity make it ideal for extended journeys while maintaining spirited riding characteristics.
- Capacity
- 1352.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 300.0 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 152.9 HP (112.5 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 278.0 kg (612.9 pounds) | not listed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Optional anti-locking brakes | Double disc. Semi-floating petal discs Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad. Optional ABS |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Optional anti-locking brakes | Single disc. Petal disc Opposed 2-piston. Optional ABS |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for high-speed, long-distance touring with strong overtaking power in reserve.
- Built for
- A refined, shaft-driven sport tourer that blends V-twin torque with plush comfort and serious weather protection.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting a light, flickable machine for tight city streets or off-road exploration.
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
- 1352.0 ccm
- Power
- 152.9 HP (112.5 kW)
- Torque
- 136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m) @ 6200 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5097 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 84.0 x 61.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.7:1
- 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
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1520 mm
- Overall length
- 2230 mm
- Overall width
- 790 mm
- Overall height
- 1345 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Wet weight
- 300.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 22.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Monocoque, pressed-aluminium
- Front suspension
- 43 mm inverted fork with adjustable rebound damping and spring preload
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock, Tetra-Lever.
- Front wheel travel
- 113 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 136 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.1°
- Trail
- 112 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Semi-floating petal discs Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston, 4-pad. Optional ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 310 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Petal disc Opposed 2-piston. Optional ABS
- Rear brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Green/black
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 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc | 1352 cc |
| Dry weight | 278 kg | — | 300 kg | 303 kg | 278 kg | 278 kg |
| Seat height | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer?
The 2012 Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer has a Capacity of 1352.0 ccm (82.50 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer have?
The 2012 Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer has a Power of 152.9 HP (112.5 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer have?
The 2012 Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer?
The 2012 Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer has a Torque of 136.0 Nm (13.9 kgf-m or 100.3 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer weigh?
The 2012 Kawasaki 1400GTR Grand Tourer has a Wet weight of 300.0 kg (661.4 pounds).
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