The Kawasaki Z1000 is All-New for 2010 - Pics

The Kawasaki Z1000 is All-New for 2010 – Pics

Development of the new 2010 Z1000 started from scratch, with the specific goals of creating a distinctive visual impact and superior on-road performance. The end result is essentially a custom-made super streetfighter.

A unique blend of Japanese art and technology, the 2010 Z1000’s styling takes a dramatic leap forward with the distinct look of an apex predator. Hunched-down and ready to pounce, its visual impact is much stronger than that of a naked sportbike, or a derivative copy of some Euro trend.

The Z1000 clearly surpasses the dynamic performance of its predecessors, thanks to a new quick-revving 1,043cc inline-four cylinder engine, and an all-new quick-steering aluminium chassis connected to an all-new horizontal rear suspension design. Though it offers true sportbike handling; the Z1000’s comfortable, upright riding position mean it remains a practical transportation tool, even as the dramatic howl from its new cold-air intake raises hairs on the back of its rider’s neck.

Key Features:
• All-New Aluminum Chassis
• All-New 1043cc Engine
• All-New Horizontal Rear Suspension
• Sharp “Predatory” Styling
• Light & Quick Handling
• Lower Seat Height than Previous Z1000 Models

Specifications

Engine Type    Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, four valves per cylinder, inline-four
Displacement    1043 cc
Bore & Stroke    77.20 x 50.9 mm
Compression Ratio    11.8:1
Fuel Injection    DFI® with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles
Ignition   TCBI Digital Advance
Transmission    6-Speed
Final Drive    X-Ring Chain
Frame Type    Aluminum Backbone
Rake/Trail    24.5 deg. / 4.1 in.
Front Suspension/Wheel Travel    41 mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear Suspension/Wheel Travel    Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload / 5.4 in.
Front Tire Size    120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size    190/50 ZR17
Wheelbase    56.7 in.
Front Brake Type    Dual 300mm petal-type rotors with radial-mount four-piston calipers
Rear Brake Type    Single 250mm petal-type rotor with single-piston caliper
Fuel Tank Capacity    4.9 gal.
Seat Height    32.1 in.
Overall Length    82.5 in.
Overall Width    31.7 in.
Overall Height    42.1 in.
Color    Pearl Stardust White, Metallic Spark Black
Warranty    12 months
Good TimesTM Protection Plan    12, 24, 36 or 48 months