Sport Tourers
2015Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer
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The 2015 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking aggressive performance combined with long-distance capability. Powered by a 140 HP inline-four engine with strong midrange torque, it excels at spirited road riding while offering practical saddlebag storage and comfortable ergonomics for extended journeys. The Z1000SX balances sportbike agility with tourer versatility, making it ideal for riders who refuse to compromise between track-inspired handling and touring comfort.
- Capacity
- 1043.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 228.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 140.1 HP (102.3 kW) @ 10000 RPM
What’s new for the 2015 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer
vs the 2014| Spec | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 140.1 HP (103.0 kW) | 140.1 HP (102.3 kW) @ 10000 RPM |
| Torque | 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 11300 RPM | 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7300 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for covering long distances quickly and comfortably, blending sport bike performance with touring practicality via saddle bags and a relaxed riding position.
- Built for
- A confident, muscular sport tourer that rewards a smooth throttle hand with strong high-rev power and stable, composed handling on sweeping roads.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for off-road adventures, novice riders intimidated by strong power delivery, or those seeking a lightweight, flickable city commuter.
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
- 1043.0 ccm
- Power
- 140.1 HP (102.3 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- Torque
- 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m) @ 7300 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.6145 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
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 228.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 230.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Carrying capacity
- Saddle bags
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 remote spring preload adjustability
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.5°
- Trail
- 102 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Optional ABS. Floating discs.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 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
- Black/grey, green/black, red/black
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 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 |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer has a Capacity of 1043.0 ccm (63.65 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer have?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer has a Power of 140.1 HP (102.3 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer have?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer has a Torque of 111.0 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7300 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer weigh?
The 2015 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer has a Dry weight of 228.0 kg (502.7 pounds).
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