- Tuned for high torque output in medium rpm ranges

- Compact and lightweight

- Stunning appearance to enhance naked design

Cylinder Head

- Horizontal intake ports improve engine appearance

- Fins cast into head improve external appearance

- Aluminum die casting cylinder head cover is thin-walled and lightweight yet strong

- Designed with large squish area that promotes turbulence to increase flame propagation for superior combustion efficiency

Cylinder Block

- All-aluminum, closed-deck cylinder block with chrome composite plated cylinders is light, long-wearing and offers excellent heat dispersion

Exhaust System

- Quad mufflers of polished stainless steel are heat-treated to an attractive golden color

- KLEEN (Kawasaki Low Exhaust Emissions) catalyzer system helps keep the Z1000 environmentally friendly

- Honeycomb catalyzer system reduces emissions

Camshaft

- Profiles designed for more low- and mid-range power

- Lightweight hollow inlet and exhaust cams each ride in five ball bearings to reduce friction loss

- Front cam-chain guide is light, easy to mount and gives more accurate valve timing

Six-speed Transmission

- Crowning added to gears improves durability

Digital Fuel Injection

- Provides excellent engine response and power with less fuel consumption

- Compact electronic control unit processes information faster for better engine response

- In-tank, electric fuel pump delivers a constant supply of fuel in all riding conditions

- 38mm throttle bodies with sub throttle valves promote smooth engine operation

Digital Ignition

- Plug-mounted ignition coils are fitted to suit the new injection system

- Compact 32-bit ignition CPU delivers highly accurate information for the DFI® (Digital Fuel Injection) system

Liquid Cooling

- Large-area radiator with electric fan maintains operating temperatures at the proper level

- Liquid-cooled oil cooler keeps oil temperatures under control

Diamond Frame

- Rigid yet lightweight diamond frame of large-diameter thin-walled tubes contributes to responsive handling performance

- Engine is mounted as a stressed member for high chassis rigidity

- Detachable right front-top engine mount eases maintenance

- Steering head uses caged ball bearings for light steering qualities

41mm, Fully Adjustable, Inverted Fork

- Inverted fork with 41mm tubes delivers awesome steering performance

- Fork is spring preload and rebound damping adjustable

Fully Adjustable Rear Shock

- Rear shock settings match the rigid chassis

- UNI-TRAK® bottom link rear suspensions features a nitrogen gas-charged shock

- Shock equipped with piggyback reservoir, spring preload and rebound damping adjustments

Lightweight Disc Brakes

- Dual front, semi-floating 300mm discs are gripped by lightweight 4-piston calipers providing impressive braking performance

- Rear brake caliper holder designed for low weight and mounts directly to swingarm

Wheels and Tires

- Polished rims contrast nicely with painted hubs and spokes

- 17-inch radial tires deliver excellent traction

- Large diameter front and rear axles are hollow, for high rigidity and low weight

Defining Bodywork and Ergonomics

- Seat cowl with LED taillight and swingarm-mounted inner fender give an aggressive, sporty image

- Bikini cowl accentuates the bike’s provocative lines

- Sleek fuel tank constructed of galvanized steel to resist corrosion

- Seating position is very comfortable and allows the rider to mold to the machine

- Dual, multi-deflector headlights enhance front-end appearance

High-tech Instrument Panel

- Lightweight, compact instrument cluster features a bar-type LCD tachometer and digital

LCD speedometer

- Cluster includes digital temp gauge, clock, tripmeter, fuel gauge and a comprehensive range of indicator lamps

Details

- Tamper-resistant ignition switch

- Rubber mounted aluminum handlebar dampens engine vibration

- Forged side stand is strong and tucks nicely out of the way for ample cornering clearance

- Seat utilizes special low-slip surface material for high comfort