What category is the 2016 Kawasaki Z1000?

General information
Category	Naked bike
Model	Kawasaki Z1000
Year	2016
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Driveline	X-Ring Chain
Clutch	Wet multi-disc, manual
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Liquid
Lubrication system	Forced lubrication, wet sump with oil cooler
Ignition	Digital
Fuel control	Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Fuel system	Injection. 38 mm x 4 (Keihin) with oval sub-throttles
Valves per cylinder	4
Bore x Stroke	77.0 x 56.0 mm (3.0 x 2.2 inches)
Compression	11.8:1
Torque	111.00 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7300 RPM
Power	142.00 HP (103.6 kW) @ 10000 RPM
Engine type	V2, four-stroke
Capacity:	1043.00 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes diameter	250 mm (9.8 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. Optional ABS.
Front brakes diameter	310 mm (12.2 inches)
Front brakes	Double disc. Floating discs. Optional ABS.
Rear tyre	190/50-ZR17
Front tyre	120/70-ZR17
Rear Suspension	Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound damping and preload adjustability
Front Suspension	41 mm inverted fork with stepless compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Trail	104 mm (4.1 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	24.5°
Frame type	Twin-tube, aluminium
Physical measures and capacities
Fuel capacity	17.00 litres (4.49 gallons)
Wheelbase	1,435 mm (56.5 inches)
Ground clearance	125 mm (4.9 inches)
Overall width	790 mm (31.1 inches)
Overall length	2,045 mm (80.5 inches)
Overall height	1,055 mm (41.5 inches)
Seat height	815 mm (32.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	220.0 kg (485.0 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Starter	Electric
Color options	Green/Black, Black/Grey, Orange/Grey

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

140.1 hp

Peak Power

3.2s

0-60 mph

Best For

Track62%

City65%

Cornering85%

Daily Riding68%

Touring45%

Passenger55%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best for experienced riders; the 140hp inline-four and aggressive power delivery are a handful for novices despite friendly ergonomics.
Purpose	Aggressive street naked built for spirited backroad blasts, canyon carving and confident urban riding with a big-bore punch.
Rider Fit	Upright, sporty stance with 815mm seat, wide bars and firm sportbike suspension. Roomy for its class but leaned slightly forward.
Character	Muscular, hooligan super-naked with a howling inline-four, sharp styling and eager throttle. Refined yet raw and full of attitude.
Not Ideal For	Not for beginners, dedicated long-haul tourers wanting wind protection, or anyone seeking off-road ability or a laid-back cruiser.

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

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2016 Kawasaki Z1000 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 815mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Kawasaki Z1000, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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