The Kawasaki Z1R was a Air cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder Sport touring motorcycle produced by Kawasaki in 1978. Max torque was 62.7 ft/lbs (85.0 Nm) @ 7000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 89.98 HP (67.1 KW) @ 8000 RPM.
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
|---|---|
| Production | 1978 |
| Class | Sport touring |
| Engine | Air cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Bore / Stroke | 68.6mm x 68.6mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.7:1 |
| Horse Power | 89.98 HP (67.1 KW) @ 8000RPM |
| Torque | 62.7 ft/lbs (85.0 Nm) @ 7000RPM |
| Fuel system | 4 28mm Mikuni carburetors |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5 Speed Final Drive: Chain |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Dual shocks preload adjustable |
| Brakes | Front: 2x298mm Discs Rear: Single 298mm disc |
| Front Tire | 3.50-19 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
A 68.6mm bore x 68.6mm stroke result in a displacement of just 998.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive
The bike has a 5 Speed transmission.
Chassis
It came with a 3.50-19 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x298mm Discs in the front and a Single 298mm disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Dual shocks preload adjustable.
1978 Kawasaki Z1R
Manufactured for approximately one year, between 1977 and 1978, Kawasaki limited the production of the Z1R motorcycle to only 500 unites.