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|name = Kawasaki ZG1000 Concours | |name = Kawasaki ZG1000 Concours | ||
|photo = 2004Concours.jpg | |photo = 2004Concours.jpg | ||
|aka = GTR1000, Concours, ZG 1000 | |aka = GTR1000, Concours, ZG 1000, Connie | ||
|manufacturer = | |manufacturer = Kawasaki | ||
|parent_company = | |parent_company = | ||
|production = 1986 - 89 | |production = 1986 - 89 | ||
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|predecessor = | |predecessor = | ||
|successor = | |successor = | ||
|class = | |class = Sport touring | ||
|engine = Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. | |engine = Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. | ||
|bore_stroke = | |bore_stroke = | ||
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|fuel_system = | |fuel_system = | ||
|ignition = Electronic | |ignition = Electronic | ||
|spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK | |spark_plug = {{sparkplug|NGK BR8ES}} '86<br />{{sparkplug|NGK D8EA}} '87-95 , '98-06 <ref name="wps_street_2019">{{cite book|title=2019 Western Power Sports Catalog|publisher=[https://www.wps-inc.com/catalogs Western Power Sports]|date=2019}}</ref> | ||
|battery = {{battery|YUASA YB18L-A}} '86-95 , '98-06 | |battery = {{battery|YUASA YB18L-A}} '86-95 , '98-06 <ref name="wps_street_2019"/> | ||
|transmission = 6 Speed | |transmission = 6 Speed | ||
|final_drive = Shaft | |||
|frame = | |frame = | ||
|suspension =Front: 41mm Telescopic, air-assisted adjustable preload <br> | |suspension =Front: 41mm Telescopic, air-assisted adjustable preload <br> | ||
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|fuel_capacity = 28.5 Liters / 7.5 US gal | |fuel_capacity = 28.5 Liters / 7.5 US gal | ||
|oil_capacity = | |oil_capacity = | ||
|oil_filter = K&N KN-401 | |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 = | |fuel_consumption = | ||
|turning_radius = | |turning_radius = | ||
|related = | |related = [[Kawasaki ZG1000A]] <br />[[Kawasaki ZX1000A]] | ||
|competition = | |competition = [[BMW K100LT]] | ||
|air_filter= {{airfilter|K&N KA-9084}} `86-06<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> | |||
}} | }} | ||
The Kawasaki Concours, known in Europe as the GTR1000 and in USA as the | The '''Kawasaki Concours''', known in Europe as the '''GTR1000''' and in USA as the | ||
ZG1000, is a 997 cc, six speed, four cylinder, liquid-cooled | '''ZG1000''', is a 997 cc, six speed, four cylinder, liquid-cooled motorcycle with shaft drive. It was produced by [[Kawasaki]] from 1986 to 2006. The bike can reach speeds over 190 km/h (120 mph), offers nimble handling and with its full fairing, tall | ||
motorcycle with shaft drive. The bike can reach speeds over | |||
190 km/h (120 mph), offers nimble handling and | |||
screen, twin locking panniers, and 28 liters (6.2 imp gal; 7.4 US gal) fuel | screen, twin locking panniers, and 28 liters (6.2 imp gal; 7.4 US gal) fuel | ||
capacity | capacity is suited to cross-country two-up touring. | ||
Kawasaki introduced the Concours in 1986, based on their Ninja 900 and Ninja | |||
1000R models. Key differences between the Ninja 1000R and the ZG1000 included | ==Overview== | ||
32 mm instead of 36 mm carburetors, less aggressively ramped cams, shaft drive, | Kawasaki introduced the Concours in 1986, based on their [[Kawasaki ZX900A|Ninja 900]] and [[Kawasaki ZX1000A|Ninja 1000R]] models. Key differences between the Ninja 1000R and the ZG1000 included 32 mm instead of 36 mm carburetors, less aggressively ramped cams, shaft drive, front and rear sub-frames, hard luggage, and full fairing. The "Connie" will carry its pilot and passenger, plus accoutrements, across a continent in relative comfort and economy hence the "touring" part of the "sports-touring" depiction. The Concours was | ||
front and rear sub-frames, hard luggage, and full fairing. The Concours was | introduced into the USA the year after the slightly faster (137 mph) [[BMW K100LT]] | ||
introduced into the USA the year after the slightly faster (137 mph) BMW K100LT | at less than two-thirds the price of the [[BMW]] machine. Both bikes were tested by | ||
at less than two-thirds the price of the BMW machine. Both bikes were tested by | the magazine ''Motorcyclist'', which came out in favor of the Kawasaki concluding | ||
the magazine Motorcyclist, which came out in favor of the Kawasaki concluding | |||
that it was "the most practical, useful and competent motorcycle made" and | that it was "the most practical, useful and competent motorcycle made" and | ||
"superior to the BMW in almost every aspect imaginable." | "superior to the BMW in almost every aspect imaginable." | ||
From 1986 to 1993 the design was largely unchanged aside from modifications | From 1986 to 1993 the design was largely unchanged aside from modifications | ||
to the screen, handlebars and other very minor changes. In 1994 Kawasaki updated | to the screen, handlebars and other very minor changes. In 1994 Kawasaki updated | ||
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fork protectors and exhaust tips. As the Concours first generation endured with | fork protectors and exhaust tips. As the Concours first generation endured with | ||
few revisions, experienced mechanics and used parts are readily available. | few revisions, experienced mechanics and used parts are readily available. | ||
The GTR1000 has | The GTR1000 has 10 - 20 percent less horsepower than the US Concours, varying | ||
by country | by country. | ||
In an era when the evolution of a motorcycle model may seem as short-lived as some women's fashions, the Concours is unique in having been around since 1986 without many revisions. A Concours manufactured in 1986 looks largely similar to one manufactured in 2006. Due to its longevity, many motorycle mechanics already have experience working on Concours motorcycles, which means a new owner has a better chance of receiving experienced service on the bike. As well, for a do-it-yourself mechanic, there exists a substantial market for used parts that can be purchased at reduced prices through [[motorcycle]] salvage yards. There is also a fair amount of after-market accessories available to a Concours owner to better personalize his/her vehicle. | |||
The Concours may be the best definition of the "ultimate utilitarian" motorcycle, since it has been around a long time, is generally very reliable, can be used for weekend "get aways," for multi-week cross-country excursions, is an able commuter bike, can handle many errands, and is considered the best [[motorcycle]] value in its class. Often referred to as motorcycling's "Best Bang For The Buck". | |||
An additional benefit to the Concours owner is the support of the [http://www.concours.org Concours Owners Group] which is comprised of helpful, knowledgeable and in some cases, quite passionate members who enjoy their Concours and like to help other Concours riders. | |||
==Engine== | |||
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 10.2:1 [[compression ratio]]. | |||
==Chassis== | |||
It came with a 110/80 VR18 front [[tire]] and a 130/80 VR16 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x 272mm discs 1 piston caliper in the front and a Single 280mm disc 1 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a 41mm Telescopic, air-assisted adjustable preload while the rear was equipped with a UNI-TRAK with adjustable preload, rebound damping and air pressure. The ZG1000 Concours was fitted with a 28.5 Liters / 7.5 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 270 kg / 595 lbs. The wheelbase was 1554 mm / 61.2 in long. | |||
==1986== | ==1986== | ||
<gallery mode='packed-hover'> | <gallery mode='packed-hover'> | ||
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==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
[http://www.concours.org Concours Owners Group (COG)] | [http://www.concours.org Concours Owners Group (COG)] | ||
==References== | |||
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{{Kawasaki}} | {{Kawasaki}} | ||