2011 kawasaki z1000sx

2011 MODEL INFORMATIONMODELNAME Z1000SX / Z1000SX ABS

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2011MY Z1000SX / Z1000SX ABS MODEL INFORMATION PAGE 2

OVERVIEW - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.3

KEY FEATURES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.4

SEDUCTIVE SUPERSPORT STYLING - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.4

RIDING EXCITEMENT: ENGINE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.8

RIDING EXCITEMENT: CHASSIS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.11

EVERYDAY VERSATILITY - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.15

ADDITIONAL FEATURES - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.19

COLOUR(S) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.20

SPECIFICATIONS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - P.21

OVERVIEW


SUPERSPORT SEDUCTION WITH EVERYDAYVERSATILITY

The Z1000SX offers street riding excitement wrapped in seductive full-fairing styling thatembodies its sporty performance. Add a number of convenience features and the result isa unique package more than able to satisfy a rider’s every desire. Whether looking tomove on from a supersport or super-naked ride, or step up from a mid-size sport model,the Z1000SX offers the performance and versatility for a fuller bike life than everexperienced.

KEY FEATURES


SEDUCTIVE SUPERSPORT STYLINGThe Z1000SX’s well-integrated full-fairing styling offers a good indication of its sportycharacter. Featuring a “personal jet fighter” motif, the sensuous styling is both audaciousand subtle at the same time. The aggressive design gives the Z1000SX its own distinctappearance, yet is instantly recognisable as a Kawasaki.

BodyworkSupersport-style full-fairing bodyworkgives the Z1000SX a distinct,head-turning look of its own. Thesleek styling also offers a goodmeasure of wind protection,facilitating short touring runs.

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The leading edges of the fairingsfeature a slat-style design that directsthe wind around the bike, enabling thefairings to be slimmer in the middle.

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The fairings flair at the rear, keeping hot air from the engine from hitting the rider’slegs.

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KEY FEATURES


Original-design front turn signalsmount directly to the fairings. Turnsignal units are attached to the insideof the fairing using rubber mounts tominimise fairing damage should thebike fall over.

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Supersport-style front fendercontributes to both aerodynamics andracy looks.

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Slim and compact tail cowl design moves mass both physically and visually awayfrom the rear and toward the front.

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LED taillight design features red LEDbulbs and a red transparent lens.

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KEY FEATURES


The short-style silencer design allowsthe rear wheel silhouette to be seen.

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Swingarm features eccentric axleadjusters, contributing to theZ1000SX’s Kawasaki identity.

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Supersport-style throttle casecontributes to the Z1000SX’s sportyimage.

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InstrumentationSporty instrument panel features alarge analogue tachometer andmulti-function LCD screen. Thedesign is based on that of the NinjaZX-6R, but features original font andcolouring.

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KEY FEATURES


Functions include: speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, odometer, clock, dual tripmeters, and warning lamps.

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KEY FEATURES


RIDING EXCITEMENT: ENGINERiding excitement is about more than just performance figures. Riding impact comes fromthe sensations the rider feels. Twisting the throttle results in a strong response from allrpm, the engine pulling strongly right to redline. Superb throttle response, power deliverywith a mid-range hit make accelerating an exhilarating experience.

Exciting EngineLiquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve 1,043 cm3 In-line Four offers impressive power(101.5 kW (138 PS)) and strong torque.

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Bore and stroke of 77.0 x 56.0 mm were chosen to achieve the desired enginecharacter. The result is an engine very strong in the everyday rpm range most usedin street riding situations.

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Downdraft throttle bodies allow intake air to travel to the engine in the shortestpossible distance, contributing to performance. While downdraft throttle bodies oftenuse short intake funnels to maximise high-rpm performance, the Z1000SX’s arelonger to offer the bestpower characteristics for street riding excitement.

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Throttle bore is ø38 mm, chosen for the ideal low-mid range response.*

Oval sub-throttles help keep the engine slim – important since the throttle bodiesare positioned between the rider’s knees.

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Engine tuning focused on the feeling the rider gets when opening the throttle. Thereis a strong torque feeling (torque was set at the maximum level before the rearwheel starts spinning). Get on the gas at any rpm and the engine pulls strongly –although the feeling is more like being propelled forward.

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Good over-rev characteristics mean that power does not drop off suddenly at highrpm.

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Power delivery is quite linear, but the engine spins up noticeably faster from about7,000 rpm onwards. Silky smooth response from mid-high rpm ensures excellentdriveability.

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A secondary balancer, driven off a gear on the 6th web of the crankshaft, eliminatesexcess vibration. Of course, a certain amount of engine vibration was desired aspart of the bike’s character (vibration contributes to the feeling of acceleration,increasing linearly with rpm), so vibration was not totally eliminated.

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KEY FEATURES


Cool Air SystemWith the airbox nestled between the frame beams, intake air can be affected byengine heat.

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The Cool Air system routes cool air to the airbox from ducts at the front of the sidefairings, minimising performance loss due to heated intake air. This should not beconfused with Ram Air, where force-fed air becomes pressurised in the airbox.

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A resonator inside the airbox reducesnoise at low rpm, and enhancesintake sound at high rpm.

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GearingA 41/15 (2.733) final ratio enables both sporty riding and short touring.*

Exhaust SystemThe exhaust system features a4-into-2-pre-chamber-into-2 layout.Silencer end-caps create a quad-styleimage.

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Main and pre-catalysers ensure emissions are clean.*

KEY FEATURES


An exhaust device is located upstream of the right-side silencer.*

Thanks to the under-enginepre-chamber, silencer volume couldbe kept to 3 litres each and silencerweight to 3500 g each, greatlycontributing to mass centralisation(please see also Mass Centralisationbelow) and a lower centre of gravity.

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KEY FEATURES


RIDING EXCITEMENT: CHASSISTo ensure maximum riding excitement, the Z1000SX offers a quick-steering andlight-handling package. A highly rigid aluminium frame with high mass centralisationbalances sharp turning and firm handling. Supersport-style front brakes add to the highlevel of control.

Aluminium Twin-tube Frame

Aluminium twin-tube frame design features frame beams that go over engine,allowing a narrow construction that is easy to grip with the knees.

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Lightweight and highly rigid, the frame uses the engine as a stressed member. Theframe contributes to handling, offering a firm, planted feeling, good stability andlight, nimble turning.

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The frame is a 5-piece cast aluminium construction, consisting of steering stem, leftand right main frames, and two cross pieces. The two main frame components haveopen C-shaped cross sections and were die-cast to ensure a smooth surface finish.

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As much as possible welds were eliminated, contributing to appearance.*

The frame uses 4 engine mounts. All engine mounts are rigid except the upper rearcrankcase mount, which is rubber. This, and using the engine as a stressedmember, is what gives the frame its excellent handling characteristics.

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Feeling from the engine is also transmitted more directly to the rider.*

The rear frame is a 3-piece aluminium die-cast construction. Its light weightcontributes to mass centralisation.

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The front part of the rear frame is an example of form and function combined,allowing the side covers to be eliminated. This also allows the width under the seatto be narrower, offering riders a shorter reach to the ground.

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Horizontal Back-link Rear Suspension

KEY FEATURES


Rear suspension positions the shock unit and linkage above the swingarm.*

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The suspension is located far enough from the exhaust that operation is not affectedby heat.

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Visible from the outside, the Horizontal Back-link rear suspension contributes to theappearance of the Z1000SX.

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The rear shock features rebound and preload adjustability. A cam-style preloadadjuster facilitates making adjustments to suit 2-up riding or luggage.

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Mass CentralisationThe exhaust system (with large pre-chamber and short silencers), HorizontalBack-link rear suspension and the use of downdraft throttle bodies are the greatestcontributors to mass centralisation. The Horizontal Back-link rear suspensionarrangement frees up space taken up by the Uni-Trak suspension lower linkage,enabling a larger pre-chamber, which in turn allows the use of shorter mufflers andcontributes to mass centralisation.

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The lightweight aluminium rear frame also contributes.*

The result is lighter, sharper handling.Turn-in is light. Steering is neutralafter the bike has been leaned over.

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Inverted Front Fork

KEY FEATURES


41 mm inverted front fork featuresstepless compression and rebounddamping and spring preloadadjustability.

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Settings offer both sportyperformance (contributing to lighthandling on the street and in the hills)and comfort.

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BrakesAt the front, 300 mm petal brake discsare gripped by opposed 4-pistonradial-mount calipers. Caliper pistonsize is 30 mm.

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Radial-pump front brake mastercylinder also contributes to the superbcontrol and feel offered by thecalipers.

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The rear brake features a singlepiston, pin-slide caliper gripping a 250mm petal disc.

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The caliper is mounted below the swingarm and features a torque rod. Thearrangement adds to the racy image.

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For added braking reassurance, ABS models are available in certain markets.*

Lightweight WheelsLightweight supersport-style 6-spokewheels contribute to the Z1000SX’ssporty image while offering lowerunsprung weight.

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KEY FEATURES


EVERYDAY VERSATILITYWith a relaxed riding position that can accommodate everything from city riding to touringto sport riding, and numerous bike-life-enhancing features, the Z1000SX complements itsstreet riding excitement with a depth not available on Super-Naked or supersport models.

Relaxed Riding PositionRelatively upright position (compared to supersport models) offers both control andcomfort. (Rider triangle is essentially the same as that of the Z1000, with gripsmoved about 10 mm inward.)

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Separate, raised handlebarscontribute to the sporty, comfortableriding position. The handlebar staysare mounted to the fork tube tops,which extend above the upper tripleclamp.

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Thick seat urethane ensures ample rider comfort.*

Tandem seat is wide and long, withthick urethane. Dampers on theunderside of the seat help reducevibration.

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Sculpted aluminium passenger gripsare positioned and shaped to offertandem riders a good ergonomic fit.

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KEY FEATURES


Front footpegs are rubber mounted toreduce vibration transmitted to therider. Further, vibration-absorbingweights on the back of the foot guardsminimise fluttering of the floatingpieces.

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Both front and rear footpegs arerubber coated.

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Adjustable WindscreenWindscreen has three available positions spanning approximately 20˚ and rangingfrom sporty to maximum wind protection. Adjustment can be done by hand (no toolsrequired) by depressing the release button below the instrument panel. (Windscreenadjustment should be done with the bike stopped.)

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Large-volume Fuel Tank

KEY FEATURES


19 litre fuel tank offers a substantialtouring range.

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Dynamic fuel tank design with tall upper surface features supersport-style flarededges with a trim shape at the rear, a shape that is easy to grip with the knees.

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Steel construction facilitates the use of a magnetic tank bag.*

Slim-type fuel pump features a unitised fuel gauge.*

Fuel tank design and slim-type fuel pump minimise dead volume inside the tank.*

Added ConvenienceUnder-seat storage is about twice aslarge as that of the Z1000.

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A hazard switch is located on the left handlebar.*

A number of option parts areavailable:GIVI side cases (35 litres, 5 kg maxeach), GIVI top case (39 litres, 3 kgmax), cowling protectors(mushrooms), single seat cover, gripwarmers, front fork sliders.

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Heat Dissipation

KEY FEATURES


Cover above the cylinder head cover helps direct air out of the engine compartment.*

Engine hangers feature a D-shaped cross-section that facilitates heat dissipationfrom the rear of the radiator.

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES


COLOUR(S)


Candy Lime Green / Ebony

Ebony

SPECIFICATIONS


ENGINE

Engine type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four

Displacement 1,043 cm3

Bore x stroke 77.0 x 56.0 mm

Compression ratio 11.8:1

Valve/Induction system DOHC, 16 valves

Fuel system Fuel injection:φ38 mm x 4 (Keihin) with oval sub-throttles

Ignition Digital

Starting Electric

Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump

DRIVETRAIN

Transmission 6-speed, return

Final Drive Sealed chain

Final reduction ratio 2.733 (41/15)

Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual

FRAME

Frame type Aluminium twin-tube

Wheel travel, front 120 mm

Wheel travel, rear 138 mm

Tyre, front 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)

Tyre, rear 190/50ZR17M/C (73W)

Rake/Trail 24.5°/ 102 mm

Steering angle, left / right 31° / 31°

SUSPENSION

Suspension, front 41 mm inverted fork with stepless compression and rebounddamping and spring preload adjustability

Suspension, rear Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebounddamping and cam-style spring preload adjustability

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BRAKES

Brakes, front Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discsDual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston

Brakes, rear Single 250 mm petal discSingle-piston

DIMENSIONS

Dimensions (L x W x H) 2.105 x 790 x 1.170/1.230 mm

Wheelbase 1,445 mm

Ground Clearance 135 mm

Seat height 822 mm

Curb Mass 228 kg / 231 kg (ABS)

Fuel capacity 19 litres

PERFORMANCE

Maximum power 101.5kW {138 PS} / 9,600 rpm

Maximum torque 110 N･m {11.2 kgf•m} / 7,800 rpm

The specifications mentioned here apply to and have been achieved by production models understandard operating conditions. We intend only to give a fair description of the vehicle and itsperformance capabilities but these specifications may not apply to every machine supplied forsale.Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.Equipment illustrated and specifications may vary to meet individual markets. Available coloursmay vary by market.

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