2024Kawasaki Z e-1

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The 2024 Kawasaki Z e-1 is the naked sibling of Kawasaki's Ninja e-1 electric bike. Its electric motor makes 12 hp and 40.3 Nm, with a top speed of 53 mph, or 61 mph with boost. A 785 mm seat and 135 kg wet weight make it light and easy.

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Wet weight: 135.0 kg
Seat height: 785 mm
Power: 12.0 HP (8.8 kW)

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering40%

City riding85%

Daily riding70%

Touring15%

Two-up25%

Track5%

Best for: Built for short urban commutes and city errands rather than performance riding, with a single-speed twist-and-go operation that keeps things simple.
Built for: A quiet, approachable, and unintimidating naked bike that trades excitement for effortless, silent city cruising.
Not ideal for: This is not the bike for riders seeking highway speed, long-distance touring, or any kind of aggressive cornering performance.

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 785mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Kawasaki Z e-1, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 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

Power: 12.0 HP (8.8 kW)
Torque: 40.3 Nm (4.1 kgf-m) @ 500 RPM
Power/weight ratio: 0.0889 HP/kg (wet)
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Transmission

Transmission type: Automatic

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1369 mm
Overall length: 1981 mm
Overall width: 729 mm
Overall height: 1034 mm
Seat height: 785 mm
Wet weight: 135.0 kg
Dry weight: Not on record - add it

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 290 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 100/80-17M/C 52S
Rear tyre: 130/70-17M/C 62S

Other

Comments: Naked sibling of the Ninja e-1. Top speed 53 mph normal / 61 mph with boost.

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Safety Recalls

⚠ 1 recall may apply

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERYFeb 2025 · 25V118000

Kawasaki Motor Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) is recalling certain 2024 Z e-1 ABS and Ninja e-1 ABS motorcycles. The connection between the battery pack assembly and motorcycle may fail due to a missing battery terminal anchor.

Risk: A failed battery connection can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycle until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the battery terminals and replace the battery if the anchor is missing, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2025. Owners may contact KMC customer service at 1-866-802-9381. KMC's number for this recall is MC25-03.

These recalls cover some 2024 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.

Source: NHTSA. View all Kawasaki recalls →