Positioned in Kawasaki's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2009 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, peak output is rated at 127 HP (92.7 kW) while maximum torque reaches 98.7 Nm (72.8 lb-ft) at 8,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 133.3 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 Z1000 measures 232 kg (511 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.55 HP/kg (1.83 kg per horsepower). 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, while factory top speed is listed at 238 km/h (148 mph).
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.
Specific Output
133.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.55 HP/kg (1.83 kg/HP)
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
Power127.0 HP (92.7 kW))
Torque98.7 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 72.8 ft.lbs) @ 8200 RPM
Compression11.2:1
Bore x Stroke77.2 x 50.9 mm (3.0 x 2.0 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
IgnitionTCBI Digital Advance
LubricationWet sump
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet, multiple discs, cable operated
Performance
Top Speed238.0 km/h (147.9 mph)
Chassis
Frame TypeBackbone, high-tensile steel tubes and cast aluminum engine sub-frame
Rake24.5°
Trail102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspension41mm inverted cartridge fork with stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 4.7 in.
Rear SuspensionBottom-Link Uni-Trak ® with gas-charged shock, stepless rebound damping and adjustable spring preload / 5.9 in.
Wheelbase1445 mm (56.9 inches)
Ground Clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre190/50-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Four-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø250 mm (9.8 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.232.0 kg (511.5 pounds)
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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