GTR 1000

2000 Kawasaki GTR 1000 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the touring motorcycle segment, the 2000 Kawasaki GTR 1000 pairs a 998 cc (60.9 cu in) in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 98 HP (71.5 kW) at 9,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 68 Nm (50.2 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 98.2 HP per liter and a 3,000 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (9,000 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the GTR 1000 measures 270 kg (595 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.36 HP/kg (2.76 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 815 mm (32.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 28.5-liter (7.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 1994 to 2001, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.