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{{Motorcycle
|name            = Kawasaki KZ1000
|photo= 1977-kawasaki-kz1000-a1.jpg
|aka              =  LTD
|manufacturer    = Kawasaki
|parent_company  =
|production      = 81-82
|model_year      =
|predecessor      = [[Kawasaki KZ900A]]
|successor        = [[Kawasaki KZ1000J]]
|class            =Standard
|engine          = 1000cc
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      =
|top_speed        =120 mph
|power            =
|torque          =
|ignition        =
|spark_plug      = {{sparkplug|NGK B8ES}} '81-82
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YB18L-A}} '81-82
|transmission    =
|frame            =
|suspension      =
|brakes          =
|front_tire      = {{tire|}} '81-82
|rear_tire    = {{tire|120/90-16}} '81-82
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        =
|length          =
|width            =
|height          =
|seat_height      =
|dry_weight      =
|wet_weight      =
|fuel_capacity    =
|oil_capacity    =
|oil_filter      = K&N KN-401
|recommended_oil= K-tech 10W-40
|fuel_consumption =
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}
==Kawasaki KZ1000 A Series==
==Kawasaki KZ1000 A Series==
This is the first of the famed '''[[Kawasaki]] KZ1000''''s.  It was basically a bored up (4 mm) [[Kawasaki KZ900A|KZ900A]]. It came with 4-into-2 exhausts, a rear disc brake, four-way flashers, and starter lockout switch. The "Z1000A" had dual-disc brake up front, and audible turn signals (US model had this?).
This is the first of the famed '''[[Kawasaki]] KZ1000''''s.  It was basically a bored up (4 mm) [[Kawasaki KZ900A|KZ900A]]. It came with 4-into-2 exhausts, a rear disc brake, four-way flashers, and starter lockout switch. The "Z1000A" had dual-disc brake up front, and audible turn signals (US model had this?).




==1977 KZ1000-A1==
==1977 KZ1000-A1==
[[Image:1977-kawasaki-kz1000-a1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Maroon-0.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Maroon-1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Maroon-2.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Brown-0.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Brown-1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Brown-2.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Brown-3.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Red-2240-0.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Red-2240-1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red]][[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Red-2240-2.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red]]
[[Image:1977-kawasaki-kz1000-a1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Maroon-0.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Maroon-1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Maroon-2.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Brown-0.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Brown-1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Brown-2.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Brown-3.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Red-2240-0.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Red-2240-1.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red]]
[[Image:1977-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A1-Red-2240-2.jpg|left|thumb|1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red]]
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*1000 cc
*1000 cc
*4-Stroke, 4 Cylinder
*[[Four-stroke]], 4 Cylinder
*Dual Over Head Camshaft
*Dual Over Head Camshaft
*5-Speed Return Shift
*5-Speed Return Shift
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==1978 KZ1000-A2==
==1978 KZ1000-A2==
[[Image:1978-kawasaki-kz1000-a2.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Kawasaki KZ1000-A2]]
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File:1978 Kawasaki KZ1000 "Spirit of America".jpg|left|thumb|1978 Kawasaki KZ1000 "Spirit of America"
File:1978 Kawasaki Spirt of America tank.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Kawasaki Spirt of America tank
File:1978-kawasaki-kz-1000-in-luminous-green-0.jpg|1978 Kawasaki KZ 1000 in Luminous Green
File:1978-kawasaki-kz-1000-in-luminous-green-1.jpg|1978 Kawasaki KZ 1000 in Luminous Green
File:1978-kawasaki-kz-1000-in-luminous-green-2.jpg|1978 Kawasaki KZ 1000 in Luminous Green
File:1978-kawasaki-kz-1000-in-luminous-green-3.jpg|1978 Kawasaki KZ 1000 in Luminous Green
File:1978-kawasaki-kz-1000-in-luminous-green-4.jpg|1978 Kawasaki KZ 1000 in Luminous Green
File:1978-kawasaki-kz1000-a2.jpg|left|thumb|1978 Kawasaki KZ1000-A2
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These were some of the first [[:Category:Japanese motorcycles|Japanese motorcycles]] manufactured in America.
[[Kawasaki]] personalized 200 KZ1000's for their dealers to ride in convoy from their manufacturing plant in Lincoln, Nebraska, to a reception in St. Louis, Missouri, and then to their respective dealerships.  The theme of the ride, "The Americanization of Kawasaki" was to focus on that they were on the only Japanese motorcycle company with an operating facility in the US at this time.  Special decals and equipment were installed by the accessory supplier, [[Vetter]], to Kawasaki's specifications.


*Color
*Color
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*Owner's Manual No.: 99920-1021-00, (E) 99922-1012-00
*Owner's Manual No.: 99920-1021-00, (E) 99922-1012-00
*Shop Manual No.: 99931-540-00
*Shop Manual No.: 99931-540-00
*Major Changes: Color, marking, brake master cylinder, front brake caliper position, and carburetor setting. Diaphragm fuel tap adopted. Brighter headlight (US, Canada).
*Major Changes: Color, marking, brake [[master cylinder]], front brake [[caliper]] position, and [[carburetor]] setting. Diaphragm fuel tap adopted. Brighter headlight (US, Canada).


==1979 KZ1000-A3 (A3A) (MKII)==
==1979 KZ1000-A3 (A3A) (MKII)==
[[Image:1979-kawasaki-kz1000-a3.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000-A3(A3A) (MKII)]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-1.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-3.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]][[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-5.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]]
[[Image:1979-kawasaki-kz1000-a3.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000-A3(A3A) (MKII)]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-1.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-3.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-0.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-1.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-2.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-3.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-4.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]]
[[Image:1979-Kawasaki-KZ1000-A3-Red-5.jpg|left|thumb|1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red]]
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*1,000 cc
*1,000 cc
*4-Stroke, 4 Cylinder
*[[Four-stroke]], 4 Cylinder
*Dual Over Head Camshaft
*Dual Over Head Camshaft
*5-Speed, Return Shift
*5-Speed, Return Shift
*Max. Horsepower: 93 HP @ 8,000 rpm
*Max. Horsepower: 93 HP @ 8,000 rpm
*Spark Plug: NG K [[NGK B8ES|B8ES]], or NDW24ES-U
*Spark Plug: NGK [[NGK B8ES|B8ES]], or NDW24ES-U
*Tire Size
*Tire Size
**Front: 3.25V-19 4PR
**Front: 3.25V-19 4PR
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*Owner's Manual No.: (U) 99920-1056-03,
*Owner's Manual No.: (U) 99920-1056-03,
*(E)(G) 99922-1035-02, (F) 99923-1024-01
*(E)(G) 99922-1035-02, (F) 99923-1024-01
*Remarks: A contemporary classic supersport. Cast wheels, front dual disc brake, transistorized ignition system, caburetors with accelerator pump, (U) clean air system.
*Remarks: A contemporary classic supersport. Cast wheels, front dual disc brake, transistorized ignition system, caburetors with [[accelerator pump]], (U) clean air system.


==1980 KZ1000-A4 (MKII)==
==1980 KZ1000-A4 (MKII)==
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*99922-1067-02,(F) 99923-1030-01
*99922-1067-02,(F) 99923-1030-01
*Major Change: Color
*Major Change: Color
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[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|KZ1000A]]
[[Category:1970s motorcycles|KZ1000A]]
[[Category:Kawasaki KZ series]]
{{Motorcycle
|name            = Kawasaki KZ1000
|photo= 1977-kawasaki-kz1000-a1.jpg
|aka              = KZ1000P7, KZ 1000 P7, KZ1000 LTD, KZ 1000 LTD, KZ 1000
|manufacturer    = Kawasaki
|parent_company  =
|production      = 1977 - 1988
|model_year      =
|predecessor      =
|successor        =
|class            = Road
|engine          = in-line four, four-stroke
|bore_stroke      = 69.4mm x 66.0mm
|compression      =
|top_speed        = 130 mph (210 km/h)
|power            = 99.91 HP (74.5 KW) @ 8500RPM
|torque          = 6.86 ft/lbs (9.3 Nm) @ 7000RPM
|fuel_system      = carburetor. mikuni bs34 x 4
|ignition        = [[battery]] and [[coil]] transistorized
|spark_plug      ={{sparkplug|NGK B8ES}}
|battery          = {{battery|YUASA YB14L-A2}}
|transmission    = Gear box: 5-speed <br>
Final Drive: [[chain]] <br>
Clutch: wet multi plate <br>


|final_drive= {{chain|630x98}}
|front_sprocket= 15T
|rear_sprocket= 41T
|frame            =
|suspension      =Front: telescopic air assisted spring and oil damped <br>
Rear: classic swinging arm twin shocks
|brakes          =Front: double disc. big single [[piston]] [[calipers]] <br>Rear: single disc. big single piston [[caliper]] same [[brake]] shoes as the front
|front_tire      = {{tire|mn18 runflat-18}}
|rear_tire    = {{tire|mr18 runflat-18}}
|rake_trail      =
|wheelbase        = 59.25 inches (1505 mm)
|length          = 86.1 inches (2187 mm)
|width            = 31.5 inches (800 mm)
|height          = 46.46 inches (1180 mm)
|seat_height      = 31.69 inches (805 mm)
|dry_weight      = 661.39 pounds (300.0 Kg)
|wet_weight      = 320.0 kg
|fuel_capacity    = 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters)
|oil_capacity    = 1.19 Gallon (4.50 Liters)
|recommended_oil= K-tech 10W-40
|fuel_consumption = 5.60 liters/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
|turning_radius  =
|related          =
|competition      =
}}


[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles|KZ1000A]][[Category:1970s motorcycles|KZ1000A]]
The '''[[Kawasaki]] KZ1000P7''' was a in-line four, [[four-stroke]] Road [[motorcycle]] produced by [[Kawasaki]] between 1977 and 1988. It could reach a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h). Max [[torque]] was 6.86 ft/lbs (9.3 Nm) @ 7000 RPM. Claimed [[horsepower]] was 99.91 HP (74.5 KW) @ 8500 RPM. 
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==Engine==
The engine was a [[air cooled]] in-line four, four-stroke. A 69.4mm [[bore]] x 66.0mm [[stroke]] result in a [[displacement]] of just 998.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin [[cam]] (dohc). 
 
==Drive==
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi plate. 
 
==Chassis==
It came with a mn18 runflat-18 front [[tire]] and a mr18 runflat-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. big single piston calipers in the front and a single disc. big single piston caliper same brake shoes as the front in the rear. The front suspension was a  telescopic air assisted spring and oil damped while the rear was equipped with a classic swinging arm twin shocks. The KZ1000P7 was fitted with a 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 661.39 pounds (300.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 59.25 inches (1505 mm) long. 
 
==In Media==
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/chips-2#kawasaki-kz1000 CHiPs]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/chain-reaction#kawasaki-kz1000 Chain Reaction]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/godzilla-the-series#kawasaki-kz1000 Godzilla: The Series]
* [https://motopixel.org/pixel/the-underground-comedy-movie#kawasaki-kz1000 The Underground Comedy Movie]
 
==References==
{{reflist}}
 
[[Category:Road motorcycles]]
[[Category:Kawasaki motorcycles]]
[[Category:1970s motorcycles]]
[[Category:1980s motorcycles]]
 
[[Category:Multiple Infoboxes]]

Latest revision as of 20:05, 23 November 2019

1977-kawasaki-kz1000-a1.jpg
Kawasaki KZ1000
Manufacturer
Also called LTD
Production 81-82
Class Standard
Predecessor Kawasaki KZ900A
Successor Kawasaki KZ1000J
Engine
1000cc
Top Speed 120 mph
Spark Plug NGK B8ES '81-82
Battery YUASA YB18L-A '81-82
Front Tire '81-82
Rear Tire 120/90-16 '81-82
Weight
Oil Filter K&N KN-401
Recommended Oil K-tech 10W-40
Manuals Service Manual


Kawasaki KZ1000 A Series[edit | edit source]

This is the first of the famed Kawasaki KZ1000's. It was basically a bored up (4 mm) KZ900A. It came with 4-into-2 exhausts, a rear disc brake, four-way flashers, and starter lockout switch. The "Z1000A" had dual-disc brake up front, and audible turn signals (US model had this?).


1977 KZ1000-A1[edit | edit source]

1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Maroon
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Brown
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red
1977 Kawasaki KZ1000-A1 in Red


  • 1000 cc
  • Four-stroke, 4 Cylinder
  • Dual Over Head Camshaft
  • 5-Speed Return Shift
  • Maximum Horsepower: 83 HP @8,000 rpm
  • (W) 85 HP @ 8,000 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B8ES
  • Tire Sire
  • Front: 3.25H-19 4PR
  • Rear: 4.00H-18 4PR
  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Diamond Wine Red, Diamond Sky Blue
    • Front Fender: Chrome
  • Engine No. : KZT00AE000001 -,
  • (L) KZT00AE004018-
  • Frame No.: KZT00A-000001-,
  • (L)KZT00A-500001-
  • Parts Catalogue No.: 99910-1004-01, (G) 99910-1019-01, (E) 99910-1013-01
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99932-009-00, (E) 99983-057-00, (L) 99932-015-00
  • Shop Manual No.: 99931-540-00

1978 KZ1000-A2[edit | edit source]


These were some of the first Japanese motorcycles manufactured in America. Kawasaki personalized 200 KZ1000's for their dealers to ride in convoy from their manufacturing plant in Lincoln, Nebraska, to a reception in St. Louis, Missouri, and then to their respective dealerships. The theme of the ride, "The Americanization of Kawasaki" was to focus on that they were on the only Japanese motorcycle company with an operating facility in the US at this time. Special decals and equipment were installed by the accessory supplier, Vetter, to Kawasaki's specifications.

  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Luminous Green, Luminous Red
    • Front Fender: Chrome
  • Engine No.: KZT00AE042501-,
  • (L)KZT00AE040605-
  • Frame No.: KZT00A-027501-,
  • (L)KZT00A-507027-
  • Parts Catalogue No.: 99910-1004-01, (G) 99910-1019-01, (E) 99910-1013-01
  • Owner's Manual No.: 99920-1021-00, (E) 99922-1012-00
  • Shop Manual No.: 99931-540-00
  • Major Changes: Color, marking, brake master cylinder, front brake caliper position, and carburetor setting. Diaphragm fuel tap adopted. Brighter headlight (US, Canada).

1979 KZ1000-A3 (A3A) (MKII)[edit | edit source]

1979 Kawasaki KZ1000-A3(A3A) (MKII)
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red
1979 Kawasaki KZ1000 MKII in Red


  • 1,000 cc
  • Four-stroke, 4 Cylinder
  • Dual Over Head Camshaft
  • 5-Speed, Return Shift
  • Max. Horsepower: 93 HP @ 8,000 rpm
  • Spark Plug: NGK B8ES, or NDW24ES-U
  • Tire Size
    • Front: 3.25V-19 4PR
    • Rear: 4.00V-18 4PR
  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Luminous Navy Blue, Luminous Dark Red
    • Front Fender: Chrome
  • Engine No.: KZT00AE081566 -
  • Frame No.: KZT00A-038427 -
  • Parts Catalogue No.:
  • (U) 99910-1057-01, (G) 99910-1019-01,
  • (E) 99910-1058-01 Plus -50R
  • Service Manual No.:
  • (U) 99924-1006-05,(E)(G) 99931-1540-03
  • Owner's Manual No.: (U) 99920-1056-03,
  • (E)(G) 99922-1035-02, (F) 99923-1024-01
  • Remarks: A contemporary classic supersport. Cast wheels, front dual disc brake, transistorized ignition system, caburetors with accelerator pump, (U) clean air system.

1980 KZ1000-A4 (MKII)[edit | edit source]

1980 Kawasaki KZ1000-A4 (MKII)


  • Color
    • Fuel Tank: Luminous Ruby Red, Luminous Navy Blue
    • Front Fender: Chrome
  • Engine No.: KZT00AE092601 --
  • Frame No.: KZT00A-043001-
  • Parts Catalogue No.:
  • 99910-1059-01,(E) 99910-1058-02
  • Sewice Manual No.: 99924-1006-05
  • Owner's Manual No.:
  • 99922-1067-02,(F) 99923-1030-01
  • Major Change: Color


1977-kawasaki-kz1000-a1.jpg
Kawasaki KZ1000
Manufacturer
Also called KZ1000P7, KZ 1000 P7, KZ1000 LTD, KZ 1000 LTD, KZ 1000
Production 1977 - 1988
Class Road
Engine
in-line four, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 69.4mm x 66.0mm
Top Speed 130 mph (210 km/h)
Horsepower 99.91 HP (74.5 KW) @ 8500RPM
Torque 6.86 ft/lbs (9.3 Nm) @ 7000RPM
Fuel System carburetor. mikuni bs34 x 4
Ignition battery and coil transistorized
Spark Plug NGK B8ES
Battery YUASA YB14L-A2
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: wet multi plate
Final Drive Chain: 630x98
Front Sprocket 15T
Rear Sprocket 41T
Suspension Front: telescopic air assisted spring and oil damped
Rear: classic swinging arm twin shocks
Brakes Front: double disc. big single piston calipers
Rear: single disc. big single piston caliper same brake shoes as the front
Front Tire mn18 runflat-18
Rear Tire mr18 runflat-18
Wheelbase 59.25 inches (1505 mm)
Length 86.1 inches (2187 mm)
Width 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Height 46.46 inches (1180 mm)
Seat Height 31.69 inches (805 mm)
Weight 661.39 pounds (300.0 Kg) (dry), 320.0 kg (wet)
Oil Capacity 1.19 Gallon (4.50 Liters)
Recommended Oil K-tech 10W-40
Fuel Capacity 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters)
Fuel Consumption 5.60 liters/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Manuals Service Manual


The Kawasaki KZ1000P7 was a in-line four, four-stroke Road motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 1977 and 1988. It could reach a top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h). Max torque was 6.86 ft/lbs (9.3 Nm) @ 7000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 99.91 HP (74.5 KW) @ 8500 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 69.4mm bore x 66.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 998.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a mn18 runflat-18 front tire and a mr18 runflat-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. big single piston calipers in the front and a single disc. big single piston caliper same brake shoes as the front in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic air assisted spring and oil damped while the rear was equipped with a classic swinging arm twin shocks. The KZ1000P7 was fitted with a 5.81 Gallon (22.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 661.39 pounds (300.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 59.25 inches (1505 mm) long.

In Media[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]