Positioned in Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 1979 Kawasaki KZ 1000 LTD relies on a 1015 cc (61.9 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 86 HP (62.8 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 83.3 Nm (61.4 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 84.7 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,500 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the KZ 1000 LTD measures 241 kg (531 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.36 HP/kg (2.8 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,505 mm (59.3 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 13.6-liter (3.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
84.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.36 HP/kg (2.8 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,500–8,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement1015.0 ccm (61.94 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power86.0 HP (62.8 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque83.3 Nm (8.5 kgf-m or 61.4 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM
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