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{{DISPLAYTITLE:{{PAGENAME}} / ZRX1200: history, specs, pictures}} | |||
{{Motorcycle | |||
|name = Kawasaki ZR-X 1200R | |||
|photo = Kawasaki-ZRX1200R-01--1.jpg | |||
|aka = ZRX1200, ZR-X 1200, ZRX1200R | |||
|manufacturer = Kawasaki | |||
|parent_company = | |||
|production = 2001 - 2002 | |||
|model_year = | |||
|predecessor = [[Kawasaki ZR1100A]] | |||
|successor = | |||
|class = | |||
|engine = Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. | |||
|bore_stroke = | |||
|compression = 10.1:1 | |||
|top_speed = 246 km/h / 152.8 mph | |||
|power = | |||
|torque = | |||
|fuel_system = | |||
|ignition = Digital with K-TRICK | |||
|spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK CR9EK}} '01-05 | |||
|battery = {{battery|YUASA YTX14-BS}} '01-05 | |||
|transmission = 5 Speed | |||
|final_drive={{chain|530x110}} | |||
|front_sprocket=17T | |||
|rear_sprocket=42T | |||
|frame = | |||
|suspension =Front: 43 mm fully adjustable, conventional cartridge-type fork, offers 12-way compression and [[rebound damping]] adjustment as well as fork spring preload <br> | |||
Rear: Fully adjustable rear shock | |||
|brakes =Front: 2x 310mm discs 6 [[piston]] [[calipers]] <br>Rear: Single 250mm disc 2 piston caliper | |||
|front_tire = {{tire|120/70 ZR17}} | |||
|rear_tire = {{tire|180/55 ZR17}} | |||
|rake_trail = | |||
|wheelbase = 1465 mm / 57.7 in | |||
|length = | |||
|width = | |||
|height = | |||
|seat_height = 790 mm / 31.1 in | |||
|dry_weight = 223 kg / 491.6 lbs | |||
|wet_weight = | |||
|fuel_capacity = 19 Liters / 5.0 US gal | |||
|oil_capacity = | |||
|oil_filter = {{oilfilter|K&N KN-401}}<ref name="kl_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 K&L Supply Co Catalog|publisher=[https://www.klsupply.com/ K&L Supply Co]|date=2019}}</ref> | |||
|recommended_oil=K-tech 10W-40 | |||
|fuel_consumption = | |||
|turning_radius = | |||
|related = | |||
|competition = | |||
}} | |||
The Kawasaki ZRX1200R, a standard/naked motorcycle, was manufactured in Japan by [[Kawasaki]] | |||
from 2001 until 2008. It is an evolution of the [[Kawasaki ZR1100A|ZRX 1100]], a stylized replica of the [[Kawasaki KZ1000R|"Eddie Lawson Replica"]], a motorcycle made famous by the superbike racing champion of the same name.[1] With the ZRX1200R, Kawasaki's goal was to produce a motorcycle with the performance of a modern motorcycle, while retaining a | |||
design similar to the original Eddie Lawson Replica. | |||
Worldwide, the ZRX 1200 was available in three guises: the ZRX1200S, which | |||
was partially faired; the ZRX1200R, which had a bikini fairing; and the | |||
ZRX1200N, which had no fairing. Unlike sport bikes, full handlebars made of | |||
tubular aluminum are utilized. For comfort, the saddle contains more than one | |||
centimeter of padding between the seat covering and the pan. Foot pegs are | |||
positioned similar to standard motorcycles, creating a seating position | |||
reminiscent of the classic Universal Japanese Motorcycle (UJM). | |||
The frame is conventional steel tube with the engine supported in a removable | |||
cradle. The suspension configuration is similar to that found on a UJM. The | |||
lay-down rear shocks, designed with a built-in remote reservoir, are adjustable | |||
for preload and damping. The front suspension consists of conventional forks | |||
with adjustable damping and preload. The reinforced swing arm was designed to | |||
mimic the modified/aftermarket swingarms produced in the 1970s. | |||
The bike features a liquid-cooled 1164cc inline 4-cylinder engine. Induction | |||
comes through four 36mm Keihin Constant Velocity carburetors. The exhaust system | |||
is a 4-into-1 stainless steel unit. The exhaust system on models produced up to | |||
2004 are painted black, with the exception of the muffler, models produced from | |||
2004-onwards are equipped with polished exhaust systems. | |||
==Engine== | |||
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 10.1:1 [[compression ratio]]. | |||
==Chassis== | |||
It came with a 120/70 ZR17 front [[tire]] and a 180/55 ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 310mm discs 6 piston calipers in the front and a Single 250mm disc 2 piston [[caliper]] in the rear. The front suspension was a 43 mm fully adjustable, conventional cartridge-type fork, offers 12-way compression and rebound damping adjustment as well as fork spring preload while the rear was equipped with a Fully adjustable rear shock. The ZR-X 1200R was fitted with a 19 Liters / 5.0 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 223 kg / 491.6 lbs. The wheelbase was 1465 mm / 57.7 in long. | |||
== Photos == | |||
<gallery mode='packed-hover'> | |||
File:Kawasaki-ZRX1200R-01--1.jpg|600px|Kawasaki ZR-X 1200R | |||
File:Kawasaki-ZRX1200R-01--4.jpg|600px|Kawasaki ZR-X 1200R | |||
File:Kawasaki-ZRX1200R-01.jpg|600px|Kawasaki ZR-X 1200R | |||
File:Kawasaki-ZRX1200R-01--5.jpg|600px|Kawasaki ZR-X 1200R | |||
</gallery> | |||
== Overview == | |||
Introduced in 2001 as a replacement for the ZRX1100, the | |||
ZRX1200R is much more of an update than it looks. Externally similar to the | |||
1100, the ZRX1200R had a host of engine changes, all aimed at modernizing | |||
the design and improving power delivery. The 112cc capacity increase to | |||
l,164cc was made possible by replacing the old engine's steel cylinder | |||
liners with a plated aluminum block, but the altered block meant new | |||
crankcases. The chassis was less radically altered. A stiffer swingarm and | |||
revised shock positioning, with slightly longer wheelbase, improved | |||
stability. The neat headlight fairing was retained on this ZRX1200R model, | |||
and instruments and controls were similar. Kawasaki also produced an | |||
unfaired ZRX1200. | |||
The Kawasaki ZRX1200 musclebike delivers the style and character of | |||
early-1980s factory Superbikes, but with modern-day performance. With its | |||
distinctive paint schemes, bridged-aluminum alloy swingarm and four-into-one | |||
exhaust, the hugely popular, well-acclaimed ZRX1200R calls to mind the | |||
KZ1100 Eddie Lawson Replica from Kawasaki's early racing years. | |||
The ZRX1200R's torque-happy engine is based on the mighty Kawasaki NINJA® | |||
ZX-11 powerplant. Horsepower distinguishes the ZRX1200R from the rest of the | |||
unfaired pack, and its engine is tuned with emphasis on low and midrange rpm | |||
performance. This allows for abundant torque, and in turn, the bike's | |||
user-friendly personality on the street and amazing roll-on performance on | |||
the highway. | |||
The ZRX1200R engine features electroplated cylinders, which transfer heat | |||
much quicker than steel so tighter tolerances can be utilized to generate | |||
more power. Pistons with concave domes are found in the lightweight, | |||
all-aluminum cylinder block. | |||
Adding to the ZRX1200R's incredible torque is the bank of large-bore 36mm | |||
Keihin carburetors featuring the Kawasaki Throttle Responsive Ignition | |||
Control (K-TRIC) throttle position sensor. Connected to the digital ignition | |||
system, K-TRIC varies ignition timing according to throttle position and | |||
engine rpm so that the ignition compensates for differing engine loads. The | |||
result is crisp throttle response and better fuel efficiency, plus the | |||
carburetors have coasting enricheners to prevent backfiring. | |||
Engine vibration is reduced, especially in the 2,000-rpm range, due to a | |||
diaphragm spring that has been placed between the primary gear and clutch | |||
housing. The spring not only provides smooth low-rpm operation, it also | |||
works with the shift drum and cam profile to help improve shifting of the | |||
five-speed transmission. | |||
The four-into-one exhaust system is made entirely of stainless steel with a | |||
polished muffler. California models have a catalyzer in the exhaust system | |||
to reduce emissions without cutting power. | |||
The engine rests in a tubular-steel, double-cradle frame with an additional | |||
gusset behind the steering head for greater rigidity. The swingarm pivot is | |||
located for excellent rear suspension action and traction from the wide | |||
rear-wheel, and to reduce chain-torque reaction. The swingarm features an | |||
underside-braced design, and is shaped for increased rigidity. | |||
Driveline lash is reduced with the use of a urethane rear-wheel damper | |||
borrowed from the NINJA® ZX-12R sportbike. Exceptional braking is provided | |||
by the dual 310mm front discs with opposed six-piston calipers, while the | |||
rear brake uses a single 250mm disc clamped by an opposed twin-piston | |||
caliper. Hollow three-spoke wheels grace both ends. | |||
The ZRX features a comfortable, upright riding position. Hollow footpegs and | |||
rubber-mounted handlebars reduce vibration, while aluminum grab rails are | |||
located on both sides of the seat. The 5.3-gallon fuel tank is specially | |||
designed so that a tank bag can be easily installed. | |||
Like its award-winning predecessor, the ZRX1200 snagged "Best Standard" in | |||
Cycle World magazine's Ten Best list for 2001 and is a finalist for | |||
Motorcyclist magazine's "Bike of the Year" for 2001, among other accolades. | |||
It's no surprise, then, that the ZRX1200R carries on Kawasaki's legendary | |||
performance heritage in the Open class. | |||
==2001== | ==2001== | ||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-BlackBlue-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Black/Blue]][[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-BlackBlue-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Black/Blue]][[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-BlackBlue-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Black/Blue]][[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-Green-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Lime Green]][[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-Green-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Lime Green]][[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-Green-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Lime Green]] | [[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-BlackBlue-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Black/Blue]] | ||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-BlackBlue-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Black/Blue]] | |||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-BlackBlue-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Black/Blue]] | |||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-Green-0.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-Green-1.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2001-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A1-Green-2.jpg|left|thumb|2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A1) in Lime Green]] | |||
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==2003== | ==2003== | ||
[[Image:2003-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A3-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Kawasaki ZRX1200R in Blue]][[Image:2003-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A3-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Kawasaki ZRX1200R in Blue]] | [[Image:2003-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A3-Blue-0.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Kawasaki ZRX1200R in Blue]] | ||
[[Image:2003-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A3-Blue-1.jpg|left|thumb|2003 Kawasaki ZRX1200R in Blue]] | |||
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==2005== | ==2005== | ||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A5-Green-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A5) in Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A5-Green-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A5) in Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A5-Green-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A5) in Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-3.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-4.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-5.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-6.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]][[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-7.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | [[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A5-Green-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A5) in Green]] | ||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A5-Green-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A5) in Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200-A5-Green-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200R (ZR1200-A5) in Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-0.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-1.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-2.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-3.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-4.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-5.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-6.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | |||
[[Image:2005-Kawasaki-ZR1200A5-Green-3612-7.jpg|left|thumb|2005 Kawasaki ZRX1200 (ZR1200-A5) in Lime Green]] | |||
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==Specs== | ==Specs== | ||
{| class="wikitable" | |||
|- | |||
!Make Model | |||
|Kawasaki ZRX 1200R | |||
|- | |||
!Year | |||
|2001 - 02 | |||
|- | |||
!Engine Type | |||
|Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. | |||
|- | |||
!Displacement | |||
|1165 cc / 71.0 cu-in | |||
|- | |||
!Bore X Stroke | |||
|79 x 59.4 mm. | |||
|- | |||
!Cooling System | |||
|Liquid cooled | |||
|- | |||
!Compression | |||
|10.1:1 | |||
|- | |||
!Induction | |||
|4x Keihin CVK36 carburetors | |||
|- | |||
!Ignition | |||
|Digital with K-TRICK | |||
|- | |||
!Starting | |||
|Electric | |||
|- | |||
!Max Power | |||
|122 hp / 88.9 kW @ 8500 rpm | |||
|- | |||
!Max Torque | |||
|112 Nm / 82.6 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm | |||
|- | |||
!Transmission | |||
|5 Speed | |||
|- | |||
!Final Drive | |||
|Chain | |||
|- | |||
!Front Suspension | |||
|43 mm fully adjustable, conventional cartridge-type fork, offers 12-way compression and rebound damping adjustment as well as fork spring preload | |||
|- | |||
!Rear Suspension | |||
|Fully adjustable rear shock | |||
|- | |||
!Front Brakes | |||
|2x 310mm discs 6 piston calipers | |||
|- | |||
!Rear Brakes | |||
|Single 250mm disc 2 piston caliper | |||
|- | |||
!Front Tire | |||
|120/70 ZR17 | |||
|- | |||
!Rear Tire | |||
|180/55 ZR17 | |||
|- | |||
!Wheelbase | |||
|1465 mm / 57.7 in | |||
|- | |||
!Seat Height | |||
|790 mm / 31.1 in | |||
|- | |||
!Dry Weight | |||
|223 kg / 491.6 lbs | |||
|- | |||
!Fuel Capacity | |||
|19 Liters / 5.0 US gal | |||
|- | |||
!Consumption Average | |||
|17.6 km/lit | |||
|- | |||
!Standing ¼ Mile | |||
|10.9 sec | |||
|- | |||
!Top Speed | |||
|246 km/h / 152.8 mph | |||
|} | |||
*[[Media:ZR1200A4.PDF]] | *[[Media:ZR1200A4.PDF]] | ||
*[[Media:ZR1200A5.PDF]] | *[[Media:ZR1200A5.PDF]] | ||
==External Links== | |||
*[http://zrxoa.org/forums/ ZRX Owners Association] | |||
==References== | |||
{{reflist}} | |||
{{motorcycle-stub}} | |||
{{Kawasaki}} | |||
[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|ZRX1200R]] | [[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|ZRX1200R]] | ||
[[Category:Kawasaki ZR series]] |