The Kawasaki Z1000 MKII Classic motorcycle was released in 1980, featuring a four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, DOHC engine with a capacity of 1015cc/61.9 cu-in. The engine had 2 valves per cylinder and a compression ratio of 8.7:1. The bike was air-cooled and used wet sump lubrication. It also had electronic fuel injection and CDI ignition, and could start with an electric engine.
The Kawasaki Z1000 MKII had a maximum power output of 93hp/69.3kW at 8000rpm, and a maximum torque of 8.1kgf-m/58.5 lb-ft at 6500rpm. Its clutch was wet multiplate, with a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive.
The motorcycle’s front suspension was oil telescopic forks, with 140mm wheel travel, while the rear featured a swinging arm oil damper with 5-way spring preload and 100mm wheel travel. The front brakes had 2x 320mm discs and a 1-piston caliper, while the rear had a single 279mm disc and 2-piston caliper. The bike’s front tyre was M90-19, while the rear tyre was M90-16. Its seat height was 825mm/32.4in, and its wet weight was 250kg/551 lbs. The fuel capacity was 13 litres/3.5 US gal, with an average consumption of 47.5mpg.
The standing 1/4 mile time was 12.0 sec/110 mph, while the top speed was 127mph/204 km/h. Overall, the Kawasaki Z1000 MKII Classic was a powerful and stylish motorcycle, with features that made it a popular choice among riders in the 1980s.
Make Model: Kawasaki Z 1000G-1 Classic
Year: 1980
Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 2 Valve per cylinder.
Capacity: 1015 cc / 61.9 cu-in
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