2015Kawasaki Z1000

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The 2015 Kawasaki Z1000 is a heavyweight naked bike designed for experienced riders seeking raw power and aggressive styling. Known for its inline-four engine performance and sharp handling characteristics, it delivers thrilling acceleration with excellent braking capabilities through its dual front and single rear disc setup. This bike suits riders who prioritize track-inspired performance and dynamic road riding over comfort.

Capacity: 1043.0 ccm
Engine: In-line four, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Wet weight: 220.0 kg
Seat height: 815 mm
Power: 142.0 HP (103.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM

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What’s new for the 2015 Kawasaki Z1000

vs the 2014

Spec	2014	2015
Power	140.1 HP (103.0 kW)	142.0 HP (103.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Front brakes	Double disc. Floating discs.	Double disc. Floating discs. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes	Single disc	Single disc. Optional ABS.

Other years 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail3%

Cornering85%

City riding65%

Daily riding68%

Touring45%

Two-up55%

Track62%

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.

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Units

At 815mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2015 Kawasaki Z1000, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning 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: 142.0 HP (103.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Torque: 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m) @ 7300 RPM
Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.6455 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: Digital
Valves per cylinder: 4
Lubrication system: Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler

Transmission

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

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1435 mm
Overall length: 2045 mm
Overall width: 790 mm
Overall height: 1055 mm
Seat height: 815 mm
Wet weight: 220.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 17.00 litres
Ground clearance: 125 mm
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Twin-tube, aluminium
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 preload adjustability
Rake (fork angle): 24.5°
Trail: 104 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. Floating discs. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Optional ABS.
Rear brakes diameter: 250 mm
ABS: Optional
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear tyre: 190/50-ZR17

Other

Color options: Green/Black, Black/Grey, Orange/Grey

Specs last verified against published sources: October 2026.

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	2015	2017	2021
Capacity	953 cc	953 cc	1043 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	815 mm
Fuel capacity	18 L	18.5 L	15.1 L	17 L	17 L	17 L