Engine & performance
- Displacement
- 1043 cc
- Cooling
- Liquid Cooled
- Maximum power
- 140 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
- Maximum torque
- 111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm
- Claimed mileage
- 15 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
- Transmission
- 6 Speed Manual
- Gears
- 6-speed
- Compression ratio
- 11.8:1
KawasakiDiscontinued 2016 · launched 2003motorcycleSports1043 cc
Kawasaki Z1000
The Kawasaki Z1000 is a discontinued 1,043 cc liquid-cooled motorcycle with a 6-speed gearbox. BikeWale lists 140 bhp @ 10,000 rpm maximum power and 111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm maximum torque. It has a 17 L fuel tank and a 221 kg kerb weight.
- Engine
- 1043 cc
- Max power
- 140 bhp @ 10,000 rpm
- Max torque
- 111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm
- Claimed mileage
- 15 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
- Fuel tank
- 17 L
- Kerb weight
- 221 kg
About the Kawasaki Z1000
Overview
The Kawasaki Z1000 is a sports motorcycle from Kawasaki. It was launched in 2003 and has since been discontinued (production ended around 2016). Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. Sports bikes put performance first, usually with a sportier riding position and sharper handling than everyday bikes. With a 1,043 cc engine it sits in the big-bike, 800 cc-plus class.
Engine and performance
Power comes from a 1,043 cc liquid-cooled engine that makes 140 bhp at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm of torque at 7,300 rpm. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 642 PS per tonne; by that measure, its performance is at superbike level and rewards an experienced rider.
Gearbox
It has a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Chassis, brakes and tyres
Its frame is Twin-tube, aluminium. Suspension is by ø41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping at the front and horizontal Back-link at the rear. Braking is by a disc at the front and a disc at the rear, with dual-channel ABS. ABS on both wheels keeps either tyre from locking under hard braking.
Size, comfort and range
The seat is 815 mm off the ground, which is about average and suits most riders. It weighs 221 kg ready to ride, which is heavy, so parking and tight U-turns need care. Ground clearance is 125 mm — low, so take speed breakers and steep ramps slowly. The wheelbase is 1,435 mm. Its 17 L fuel tank and claimed mileage of 15 kmpl work out to roughly 255 km per tankful on paper; real-world range is usually lower.
Owning one
For the Kawasaki Z1000, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹14,999 doorstep service.
Who it suits
It is best suited to riders who want performance and sharp handling. With this much performance, it is better as a step-up bike than a first bike.
Kawasaki Z1000 specifications
These figures come from a single publication (BikeWale) and have not been confirmed against the manufacturer. The model is discontinued. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.
Dimensions & capacity
- Wheelbase
- 1,435 mm
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
- Seat height
- 815 mm
- Kerb weight
- 221 kg
- Fuel tank
- 17 L
Brakes, suspension & tyres
- Front brake
- Disc
- Rear brake
- Disc
- Braking system
- Dual Channel ABS
- Front suspension
- ø41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal Back-link
- Wheels
- Alloy
- Tyre type
- Tubeless
Chassis & frame
- Frame type
- Twin-tube, Aluminium
Electricals
- Battery
- Maintenance Free
Specifications last checked:
Owning the Kawasaki Z1000
Claimed mileage
15 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
Manufacturer's claimed figure; real-world mileage is usually lower.
Estimated range
about 255 km
Claimed mileage × tank size. An estimate, not a promise.
Mechiee doorstep service
₹14,999
Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.
Maintaining the Kawasaki Z1000
Routine servicing
Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.
Engine oil & filter
Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.
Brake inspection
With Disc and Disc brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.
Chain cleaning & lubrication
A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.
Coolant & cooling system
A liquid-cooled engine relies on coolant. Check the level and look over hoses and the radiator for leaks or damage, and replace coolant as the owner's manual directs.
Air filter & spark plug
A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.
Disc brake fluid
Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point. Have its level and condition checked and change it on the interval in the owner's manual.
Tyre inspection
Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.
Battery & electricals
The battery is listed as Maintenance Free. Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.
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Kawasaki Z1000 service in Pune
Mechiee mechanics service the Kawasaki Z1000 at your doorstep across 119 areas of Pune, with bigger jobs handled at a Mechiee Service Center. Pick your area to see local details.
- Akurdi
- Alandi
- Ambegaon
- Aundh
- Balaji Nagar
- Balewadi
- Baner
- Bavdhan
- Bhosale Nagar
- Bhosari
- Bhugaon
- Bibwewadi
- Bopkhel
- Bund Garden
- Camp
- Chandan Nagar
- Charholi
- Chikhali
- Chinchwad
- Chovisawadi
- Dange Chowk
- Dapodi
- Deccan
- Deccan Gymkhana
- Dehu Road
- Dhankawadi
- Dhanori
- Dhayari
- Dighi
- Dudulgaon
- Erandwane
- FC Road
- Fatima Nagar
- Gahunje
- Ghole Road
- Gokhale Nagar
- Hadapsar
- Hinjewadi
- JM Road
- Jambhulwadi
- Kalewadi
- Kalyani Nagar
- Karve Nagar
- Kasarwadi
- Kasba Peth
- Katraj
- Keshav Nagar
- Khadki
- Kharadi
- Kiwale
- Kondhwa
- Koregaon Park
- Kothrud
- Kudalwadi
- Lohegaon
- Lullanagar
- Magarpatta
- Mahalunge
- Mamurdi
- Manjri
- Market Yard
- Marunji
- Model Colony
- Mohammadwadi
- Moshi
- Mundhwa
- NIBM Road
- Nande
- Narayan Peth
- Narhe
- Nigdi
- Parvati
- Pashan
- Paud Road
- Phursungi
- Pimple Gurav
- Pimple Nilakh
- Pimple Saudagar
- Pimpri
- Pimpri Chinchwad
- Pisoli
- Punawale
- Pune Station
- Rahatani
- Ramwadi
- Range Hills
- Ravet
- Sadashiv Peth
- Sahakarnagar
- Sangamwadi
- Sangvi
- Shaniwar Peth
- Shewalewadi
- Shivajinagar
- Shivane
- Sinhagad Road
- Sus
- Swargate
- Talawade
- Tathawade
- Thergaon
- Tingre Nagar
- Undri
- Uttam Nagar
- Vadgaon Budruk
- Vadgaon Sheri
- Viman Nagar
- Vishal Nagar
- Vishrantwadi
- Wadachiwadi
- Wadmukhwadi
- Wagholi
- Wakad
- Walhekarwadi
- Wanowrie
- Wanwadi
- Warje
- Yerwada
- Yewalewadi
Compare with similar Kawasaki bikes
Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.
| Specification | Kawasaki Z1000 | Kawasaki Versys 1000 | Kawasaki Ninja H2 | Kawasaki Ninja H2R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1043 cc | 1043 cc | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Max power | 140 bhp @ 10,000 rpm | 120 PS @ 9000 rpm | 231 PS @ 11500 rpm | 305.75 bhp @ 14,000 rpm |
| Max torque | 111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm | 102 Nm @ 7500 rpm | 141.7 Nm @ 11000 rpm | 165 Nm @ 12,500 rpm |
| Claimed mileage | 15 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels) | — | — | — |
| Gears | 6-speed | 6-speed | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Kerb weight | 221 kg | 255 kg | 238 kg | 216 kg |
| Fuel tank | 17 L | 21 L | 17 L | 17 L |
| Front brake | Disc | Double Disc, 310 mm | Disc, 330 mm | Disc |
| Rear brake | Disc | Disc, 250 mm | Disc, 250 mm | Disc |
Kawasaki Z1000 specs explained
What the technical terms on this page mean.
- ABS
- Anti-lock braking system. It stops a wheel locking up during hard braking so the rider can keep steering. A single-channel system works on one wheel, usually the front; a dual-channel system works on both.
- Liquid cooling
- Coolant circulates through the engine and a radiator, keeping temperatures steadier than air alone, especially in traffic or under load.
- Tubeless tyres
- Tyres with no inner tube. A small puncture usually loses air slowly, which makes roadside repair easier.
- Kerb weight
- The weight of the bike ready to ride, with its fluids and fuel, but without a rider or luggage.
- Compression ratio
- How much the fuel-air mixture is squeezed before it is ignited. It is one of the factors behind an engine's efficiency and power.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Kawasaki Z1000 has a 1043 cc engine.
The Kawasaki Z1000 is rated at 140 bhp @ 10,000 rpm maximum power and 111 Nm @ 7,300 rpm maximum torque.
The claimed figure for the Kawasaki Z1000 is 15 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels). Real-world mileage is usually lower and depends on riding style, load, road and traffic conditions and how well the bike is maintained.
The Kawasaki Z1000 has Disc at the front and Disc at the rear, with Dual Channel ABS.
Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Disc and Disc brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.
Multiplying the claimed 15 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels) by the 17 L tank gives roughly 255 km on a full tank. That is an estimate from claimed figures; real-world range is usually lower.
No. The Kawasaki Z1000 has been discontinued (production ended around 2016). Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.
The Kawasaki Z1000 was launched in 2003.
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