Engineered by Kawasaki for the naked motorcycle segment, the 2007 Kawasaki Z1000 pairs a 953 cc (58.2 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, maximum torque reaches 99.1 Nm (73.1 lb-ft) at 8,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 77.2 x 50.9 mm (3.0 x 2.0 inches) with a 11.2:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Z1000 measures 205 kg (452 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,445 mm (56.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 18.54-liter (4.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 14 indexed model years from 2007 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement953.0 ccm (58.15 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Torque99.1 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 73.1 ft.lbs) @ 8200 RPM
Compression11.2:1
Bore x Stroke77.2 x 50.9 mm (3.0 x 2.0 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. EFI, Keihin 36mm throttle body x4
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCBI Digital Advance
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh-tensile steel, perimeter design
Rake24.5°
Front SuspensionTelescopic Fork
Rear SuspensionUni-Trak Swingarm
Wheelbase1445 mm (56.9 inches)
Ground Clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø268 mm (10.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø216 mm (8.5 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight205.0 kg (452.0 pounds)
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
