Z 1000 GTR

1989 Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the sport touring motorcycle segment, the 1989 Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR features a 997 cc (60.8 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 100 HP (73 kW) at 9,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 100.3 HP per liter, 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 Z 1000 GTR measures 296 kg (653 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.34 HP/kg (2.96 kg per horsepower). The 28.5-liter (7.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 194 km/h (121 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1986 to 1989, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.