Z 1300

1982 Kawasaki Z 1300 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Kawasaki's touring motorcycle platform, the 1982 Kawasaki Z 1300 relies on a 1285 cc (78.4 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line six, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 130 HP (94.9 kW) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 101.2 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 1300 measures 322 kg (710 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.4 HP/kg (2.48 kg per horsepower). The 27-liter (7.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1979 to 1983, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.