ZZR 1200

2004 Kawasaki ZZR 1200 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Kawasaki's sport touring motorcycle platform, the 2004 Kawasaki ZZR 1200 pairs a 1164 cc (71 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 160 HP (116.8 kW) at 9,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 164 Nm (121 lb-ft), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 137.5 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 ZZR 1200 measures 236 kg (520 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.68 HP/kg (1.48 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,500 mm (59.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 23-liter (6.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 270 km/h (168 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2004 to 2005, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.