What category is the 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1?

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 has a Category of Sport.

What is the engine size of the 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1?

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 has a Capacity: of 1089.00 ccm (66.45 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 have?

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 has a Engine type of In-line four.

What is the engine power of the 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1?

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 has a Power of 100.00.

Is the 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 has a Cooling system of Air.

How many gears does the 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 have?

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 weigh?

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 266.0 kg (586.4 pounds).

What is the top speed of the 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1?

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 has a Top speed of 228.0 km/h (141.7 mph).

Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 - 1981 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1
Brand: Kawasaki
Rating: 3 (1 reviews)

The 1981 Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F1 is a heavyweight sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking serious performance. Its potent 1089cc inline-four engine delivers 100 horsepower with aggressive acceleration and high-speed capability. Known for combining raw power with manageable handling, this air-cooled machine became iconic for defining the superbike era with accessible sportbike thrills.

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General information
Category	Sport
Year	1981
Model	Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Chain
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Air
Fuel control	DOHC
Valves per cylinder	2
Bore x stroke	72.5 x 66.0 mm (2.9 x 2.6 inches)
Compression	9.5:1
Power	100.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	In-line four
Capacity:	1089.00 ccm (66.45 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	266.0 kg (586.4 pounds)
Kawasaki GPZ 1100 F 1 dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Dual disc
Rear tyre dimensions	4.25-18
Front tyre dimensions	3.25-19
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	228.0 km/h (141.7 mph)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity	21.00 litres (5.55 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

100 hp

Peak Power

3.8s

0-60 mph

141.7 mph

Top Speed

Best For

Track45%

City40%

Cornering50%

Daily Riding55%

Touring62%

Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best For	This is a bike best suited to riders with some experience, given its era-typical big-four power delivery and substantial mass at low speed.
Purpose	Built as an early-80s sport-touring flagship, it favors strong straight-line speed and long-distance capability over nimble cornering.
Rider Fit	At 266 kg it demands confident, physically capable riders, especially for slow-speed maneuvering and stopping from its era-appropriate braking setup.
Character	It has the classic heavyweight UJM character: a punchy air-cooled inline-four with a top speed near 228 km/h, wrapped in a chassis that rewards smooth, deliberate riding rather than flickable agility.
Not Ideal For	It is not a good fit for new riders seeking a light, agile bike or for anyone planning genuine off-road use.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.