Kawasaki Z1000SX Ninja 1000R
Kawasaki Z1000 | |
Manufacturer | |
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Also called | Z1000Z 1-R, Z 1000 Z 1-R, Z1000 Fuel Injection, Z 1000 Fuel Injection, Z1000S - Z 1-R, Z 1000 S - Z 1-R, Z1000MK II, Z 1000 MK II, Z1000 GTR, Z 1000 GTR, Z 1000 SX Tourer, Z1000 ABS Special Edition, Z 1000 ABS Special Edition, Z1000 Special Edition, Z1000SX Tourer, Z1000 SX Tourer, Z1000 Sugomi, Z1000 ABS, Z1000 Sugomi Edition, Z1000 R Edition, Z1000 SX, Z1000J, Z1000 LTD, Z1000ST, Z1000SX, Z 1000 LTD, Z 1000 J, Z 1000 SX, Z 1000 ST, Z 1000 R, Z 1000, Z1000R |
Production | 2011 - 12 |
Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder. |
Compression ratio | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 242.6 km/h / 150.7 mph |
Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
Spark Plug | NGK, CR9EK |
Battery | YUASA YT12A-BS `11-19[1] |
Transmission | 6 Speed |
Final Drive | Chain: 525 `11-19[1] |
Frame | Type: Aluminum Backbone |
Suspension | Front: 41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload Rear: Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload |
Brakes | Front: 2x 300mm 4 piston calipers Rear: Single 292mm disc 2 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 120/70 R17 |
Rear Tire | 190/50 R17 |
Wheelbase | 1445 mm / 56.8 in |
Seat Height | 822 mm / 32.3 in |
Weight | 228 kg / 231 kg ABS (wet) |
Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
Fuel Capacity | 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
It could reach a top speed of 242.6 km/h / 150.7 mph.
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.. The engine featured a 11.8:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet, multiple discs, cable operated.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/70 R17 front tire and a 190/50 R17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 300mm 4 piston calipers in the front and a Single 292mm disc 2 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload while the rear was equipped with a Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload. The Z1000SX was fitted with a 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1445 mm / 56.8 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Kawasaki Z1000SX
Kawasakis Z1000SX is a model placed between the new Ninja ZX-10R sportsbike and the naked Z1000. With this new bike, Kawasaki wanted to create a new category, a bike, which is easy to ride, comfortable and yet capable of harder sport riding.
This means plenty of performance, without having to miss out aspects such as style, comfort and practicality. And in order the bike to line up to what its competitors have to offer, it will likely benefit from a host of accessories meant to enhance the long journeys, such as hard panniers and a top box, among others. the Z1000SX weighs 231 kg with ABS and is fitted with a 1043cc inline-four that produces 138 hp at 9600rpm and 110 Nm of torque at 7800rpm.
Offering a host of rider-friendly additions compared to the Z1000, the SX includes full fairing, adjustable windscreen, a dual seat, six-speed gearbox, chain drive, adjustable 43mm fork and adjustable horizontally-mounted rear shock. Just like the model it is based on, the SX features the same cast alloy frame, twin exhaust system and 300mm petal-style twin front brakes with four-piston radial calipers.
The sporty instrument panel features a large analogue tachometer and multi-function LCD screen. The design is based on that of the Ninja ZX-6R, but features original font and colouring. Functions include speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, odometer, clock, dual trip meters, and warning lamps.
The Z1000SX offers street riding excitement
wrapped in seductive full-fairing styling that embodies its sporty
performance. Add a number of convenience features and the result is a unique
package more than able to satisfy a riders every desire.
Whether looking to move on from a supersport or super-naked ride, or step up from a mid-size sport model, the Z1000SX offers the performance and versatility for a fuller bike life than ever experienced.
The Z1000SXs well-integrated full-fairing styling offers a good indication of its sporty character. Featuring a personal jet fighter motif, the sensuous styling is both audacious and subtle at the same time. The aggressive design gives the Z1000SX its own distinct appearance, yet is instantly recognisable as a Kawasaki.
Bodywork
Supersport-style full-fairing bodywork gives the Z1000SX a distinct, head-turning look of its own. The sleek styling also offers a good measure of wind protection, facilitating short touring runs.
- The leading edges of the fairings feature a slat-style design that directs
the wind around the bike, enabling the fairings to be slimmer in the middle.
- The fairings flair at the rear, keeping hot air from the engine from
hitting the riders legs.
- Original-design front turn signals mount directly to the fairings. Turn
signal units are attached to the inside of the fairing using rubber mounts to minimise fairing damage should the bike fall over.
- Supersport-style front fender contributes to both aerodynamics and racy
looks.
- Slim and compact tail cowl design moves mass both physically and visually
away from the rear and toward the front.
- LED taillight design features red LED bulbs and a red transparent lens.
- The short-style silencer design allows the rear wheel silhouette to be
seen.
- Swingarm features eccentric axle adjusters, contributing to the Z1000SXs
Kawasaki identity.
- Supersport-style throttle case contributes to the Z1000SXs sporty image.
Instrumentation
Sporty instrument panel features a large analogue tachometer and multi-function LCD screen. The design is based on that of the Ninja ZX-6R, but features original font and colouring.
- Functions include: speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, odometer, clock,
dual trip meters, and warning lamps.
Engine
Riding excitement is about more than just performance figures. Riding impact comes from the sensations the rider feels. Twisting the throttle results in a strong response from all rpm, the engine pulling strongly right to redline. Superb throttle response, power delivery with a mid-range hit make accelerating an exhilarating experience.
- Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve 1,043 cm3
In-line Four offers impressive power (101.5 kW (138 PS)) and strong torque.
- Bore and stroke of 77.0 x 56.0 mm were chosen to achieve the desired
engine character. The result is an engine very strong in the everyday rpm range most used in street riding situations.
- Downdraft throttle bodies allow intake air to travel to the engine in the
shortest possible distance, contributing to performance. While downdraft throttle bodies often use short intake funnels to maximize high-rpm performance, the Z1000SXs are longer to offer the best power characteristics for street riding excitement.
- Throttle bore is ø38 mm, chosen for the ideal low-mid range response.
- Oval sub-throttles help keep the engine slim important since the
throttle bodies are positioned between the riders knees.
- Engine tuning focused on the feeling the rider gets when opening the
throttle. There is a strong torque feeling (torque was set at the maximum level before the rear wheel starts spinning). Get on the gas at any rpm and the engine pulls strongly although the feeling is more like being propelled forward.
- Good over-rev characteristics mean that power
does not drop off suddenly at high rpm.
- Power delivery is quite linear, but the engine spins up noticeably faster
from about 7,000 rpm onwards. Silky smooth response from mid-high rpm ensures excellent driveability.
- A secondary balancer, driven off a gear on the 6th web of the crankshaft,
eliminates excess vibration. Of course, a certain amount of engine vibration was desired as part of the bikes character (vibration contributes to the feeling of acceleration, increasing linearly with rpm), so vibration was not totally eliminated. Cool Air System
With the airbox nestled between the frame beams, intake air can be affected by engine heat. The Cool Air system routes cool air to the airbox from ducts at the front of the side fairings, minimising performance loss due to heated intake air. This should not be confused with Ram Air, where force-fed air becomes pressurised in the airbox. A resonator inside the airbox reduces noise at low rpm, and enhances intake sound at high rpm.
Make Model | Kawasaki Z 1000SX |
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Year | 2011 - 12 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder. |
Displacement | 1043 cc / 63.7 cu-in |
Bore X Stroke | 77.0 x 56.0mm |
Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
Compression | 11.8:1 |
Lubrication | Wet sump |
Engine Oil | Synthetic, 10W/40 |
Induction | DFI® with four 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, oval sub-throttles |
Ignition | TCBI with digital advance |
Spark Plug | NGK, CR9EK |
Starting | Electric |
Max Power | 101.5 kW / 138 hp @ 9600 rpm |
Max Torque | 110 Nm / 1.2 kg-fm @ 7800 rpm |
Clutch | Wet, multiple discs, cable operated |
Transmission | 6 Speed |
Final Drive | Chain |
Gear Ratio | 1st 2.600 (39/15) 2nd 1.950 (39/20) 3rd 1.600 (24/15) 4th 1.389 (25/18) 5th 1.238 (26/21) 6th 1.136 (25/22) |
Frame | Type: Aluminum Backbone |
Front Suspension | 41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless compression and rebound damping, adjustable spring preload |
Front Wheel Travel | 120 mm / 4.7 in |
Rear Suspension | Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload |
Rear Wheel Travel | 135 mm / 5.4 in |
Front Brakes | 2x 300mm 4 piston calipers |
Rear Brakes | Single 292mm disc 2 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 120/70 R17 |
Rear Tire | 190/50 R17 |
Rake | 25° |
Trail | 102 mm / 4..0 in |
Dimensions | Length 2105 mm / 82.8 in Width 790 mm / 31.1 in Height 1230 mm / 48.4 in |
Wheelbase | 1445 mm / 56.8 in |
Seat Height | 822 mm / 32.3 in |
Ground Clearance | 135 mm / 5.2 in |
Wet Weight | 228 kg / 231 kg ABS |
Fuel Capacity | 18 Liters / 4.8 US gal |
Consumption Average | 17.6 km/lit |
Standing ¼ Mile | 10.9 sec |
Top Speed | 242.6 km/h / 150.7 mph |
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.