Naked Motorcycles
2012Kawasaki Z1000
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The 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 is a middleweight naked bike powered by a 1043cc liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder engine, delivering aggressive performance and sharp handling. Designed for experienced riders seeking pure street thrills, it combines raw power with responsive maneuverability. Best known for its potent acceleration and aggressive styling, the Z1000 remains a benchmark supernaked motorcycle.
- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 218.2 kg
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Power
- 125.2 HP (92.1 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Kawasaki Z1000
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 198.0 kg (436.5 pounds) | not listed |
Other years
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Aggressive street naked built for spirited backroad blasts, canyon carving and confident urban riding with a big-bore punch.
- Built for
- Muscular, hooligan super-naked with a howling inline-four, sharp styling and eager throttle. Refined yet raw and full of attitude.
- Not ideal for
- Not for beginners, dedicated long-haul tourers wanting wind protection, or anyone seeking off-road ability or a laid-back cruiser.
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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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Power
- 125.2 HP (92.1 kW)
- CO2 Emissions
- 123 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- CKAXC1.04AAA-006-R01
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 5.24 L/100km (44.9 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 2.1 CO g/km
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5738 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 77.0 x 56.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI Digital Advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1440 mm
- Overall length
- 2096 mm
- Overall width
- 805 mm
- Overall height
- 1085 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Wet weight
- 218.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 15.10 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum Backbone
- Front suspension
- 41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in.
- Front wheel travel
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 135 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 104 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 190/50-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Orange/black
- Warranty
- 12
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
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 | 2003 | 2008 | 2012 | 2017 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 953 cc | 953 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc | 1043 cc |
| Dry weight | 198 kg | 198 kg | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 820 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm | 815 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 18 L | 18.5 L | 15.1 L | 17 L | 17 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 Z1000?
The 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 has a Capacity of 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z1000 have?
The 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 has a Power of 125.2 HP (92.1 kW).
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z1000 have?
The 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Kawasaki Z1000 weigh?
The 2012 Kawasaki Z1000 has a Wet weight of 218.2 kg (481.0 pounds).
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