The document provides information on the 2011 Kawasaki Z1000SX motorcycle model. It includes details on the key features such as the seductive supersport styling, exciting engine with 101.5 kW of power, sporty chassis with inverted front fork and radial-mount brakes, and everyday versatility with a relaxed riding position and large 19L fuel tank. Color options are Candy Lime Green or Ebony.

1. 2011 MODEL INFORMATION
MODEL
NAME Z1000SX / Z1000SX ABS

2. INDEX
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
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3. OVERVIEW
SUPERSPORT SEDUCTION WITH EVERYDAY
VERSATILITY
The Z1000SX offers street riding excitement wrapped in seductive full-fairing styling that
embodies its sporty performance. Add a number of convenience features and the result is
a unique package more than able to satisfy a rider’s every desire. Whether looking to
move 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 ever
experienced.
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4. KEY FEATURES
SEDUCTIVE SUPERSPORT STYLING
The Z1000SX’s well-integrated full-fairing styling offers a good indication of its sporty
character. Featuring a “personal jet fighter” motif, the sensuous styling is both audacious
and subtle at the same time. The aggressive design gives the Z1000SX its own distinct
appearance, yet is instantly recognisable as a Kawasaki.
Bodywork
* Supersport-style full-fairing bodywork
gives the Z1000SX a distinct,
head-turning look of its own. The
sleek styling also offers a good
measure of wind protection,
facilitating short touring runs.
* The leading edges of the fairings
feature a slat-style design that directs
the wind around the bike, enabling the
fairings to be slimmer in the middle.
* The fairings flair at the rear, keeping hot air from the engine from hitting the rider’s
legs.
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5. KEY FEATURES
* Original-design front turn signals
mount directly to the fairings. Turn
signal units are attached to the inside
of the fairing using rubber mounts to
minimise fairing damage should the
bike fall over.
* Supersport-style front fender
contributes to both aerodynamics and
racy looks.
* Slim and compact tail cowl design moves mass both physically and visually away
from the rear and toward the front.
* LED taillight design features red LED
bulbs and a red transparent lens.
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6. KEY FEATURES
* The short-style silencer design allows
the rear wheel silhouette to be seen.
* Swingarm features eccentric axle
adjusters, contributing to the
Z1000SX’s Kawasaki identity.
* Supersport-style throttle case
contributes to the Z1000SX’s sporty
image.
Instrumentation
* Sporty instrument panel features a
large analogue tachometer and
multi-function LCD screen. The
design is based on that of the Ninja
ZX-6R, but features original font and
colouring.
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7. KEY FEATURES
* Functions include: speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, odometer, clock, dual trip
meters, and warning lamps.
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8. KEY FEATURES
RIDING EXCITEMENT: ENGINE
Riding excitement is about more than just performance figures. Riding impact comes from
the sensations the rider feels. Twisting the throttle results in a strong response from all
rpm, the engine pulling strongly right to redline. Superb throttle response, power delivery
with a mid-range hit make accelerating an exhilarating experience.
Exciting Engine
* Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve 1,043 cm3 In-line Four offers impressive power
(101.5 kW (138 PS)) and strong torque.
* Bore and stroke of 77.0 x 56.0 mm were chosen to achieve the desired engine
character. The result is an engine very strong in the everyday rpm range most used
in street riding situations.
* Downdraft throttle bodies allow intake air to travel to the engine in the shortest
possible distance, contributing to performance. While downdraft throttle bodies often
use short intake funnels to maximise high-rpm performance, the Z1000SX’s are
longer to offer the best
power characteristics for street riding excitement.
* 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 bodies
are positioned between the rider’s knees.
* Engine tuning focused on the feeling the rider gets when opening the throttle. There
is a strong torque feeling (torque was set at the maximum level before the rear
wheel starts spinning). Get on the gas at any rpm and the engine pulls strongly –
although the feeling is more like being propelled forward.
* Good over-rev characteristics mean that power does not drop off suddenly at high
rpm.
* Power delivery is quite linear, but the engine spins up noticeably faster from about
7,000 rpm onwards. Silky smooth response from mid-high rpm ensures excellent
driveability.
* A secondary balancer, driven off a gear on the 6th web of the crankshaft, eliminates
excess vibration. Of course, a certain amount of engine vibration was desired as
part 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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9. KEY FEATURES
Cool Air System
* With the airbox nestled between the frame beams, intake air can be affected by
engine heat.
* The Cool Air system routes cool air to the airbox from ducts at the front of the side
fairings, minimising performance loss due to heated intake air. This should not be
confused with Ram Air, where force-fed air becomes pressurised in the airbox.
* A resonator inside the airbox reduces
noise at low rpm, and enhances
intake sound at high rpm.
Gearing
* A 41/15 (2.733) final ratio enables both sporty riding and short touring.
Exhaust System
* The exhaust system features a
4-into-2-pre-chamber-into-2 layout.
Silencer end-caps create a quad-style
image.
* Main and pre-catalysers ensure emissions are clean.
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10. KEY FEATURES
* An exhaust device is located upstream of the right-side silencer.
* Thanks to the under-engine
pre-chamber, silencer volume could
be kept to 3 litres each and silencer
weight to 3500 g each, greatly
contributing to mass centralisation
(please see also Mass Centralisation
below) and a lower centre of gravity.
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11. KEY FEATURES
RIDING EXCITEMENT: CHASSIS
To ensure maximum riding excitement, the Z1000SX offers a quick-steering and
light-handling package. A highly rigid aluminium frame with high mass centralisation
balances sharp turning and firm handling. Supersport-style front brakes add to the high
level 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.
* Lightweight and highly rigid, the frame uses the engine as a stressed member. The
frame contributes to handling, offering a firm, planted feeling, good stability and
light, nimble turning.
* The frame is a 5-piece cast aluminium construction, consisting of steering stem, left
and right main frames, and two cross pieces. The two main frame components have
open C-shaped cross sections and were die-cast to ensure a smooth surface finish.
* As much as possible welds were eliminated, contributing to appearance.
* The frame uses 4 engine mounts. All engine mounts are rigid except the upper rear
crankcase mount, which is rubber. This, and using the engine as a stressed
member, is what gives the frame its excellent handling characteristics.
* 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 weight
contributes to mass centralisation.
* 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 seat
to be narrower, offering riders a shorter reach to the ground.
Horizontal Back-link Rear Suspension
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12. KEY FEATURES
* Rear suspension positions the shock unit and linkage above the swingarm.
* This arrangement contributes to mass centralisation (please see below).
* The suspension is located far enough from the exhaust that operation is not affected
by heat.
* Visible from the outside, the Horizontal Back-link rear suspension contributes to the
appearance of the Z1000SX.
* The rear shock features rebound and preload adjustability. A cam-style preload
adjuster facilitates making adjustments to suit 2-up riding or luggage.
Mass Centralisation
* The exhaust system (with large pre-chamber and short silencers), Horizontal
Back-link rear suspension and the use of downdraft throttle bodies are the greatest
contributors to mass centralisation. The Horizontal Back-link rear suspension
arrangement 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 and
contributes to mass centralisation.
* The lightweight aluminium rear frame also contributes.
* The result is lighter, sharper handling.
Turn-in is light. Steering is neutral
after the bike has been leaned over.
Inverted Front Fork
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13. KEY FEATURES
* 41 mm inverted front fork features
stepless compression and rebound
damping and spring preload
adjustability.
* Settings offer both sporty
performance (contributing to light
handling on the street and in the hills)
and comfort.
Brakes
* At the front, 300 mm petal brake discs
are gripped by opposed 4-piston
radial-mount calipers. Caliper piston
size is 30 mm.
* Radial-pump front brake master
cylinder also contributes to the superb
control and feel offered by the
calipers.
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14. KEY FEATURES
* The rear brake features a single
piston, pin-slide caliper gripping a 250
mm petal disc.
* The caliper is mounted below the swingarm and features a torque rod. The
arrangement adds to the racy image.
* For added braking reassurance, ABS models are available in certain markets.
Lightweight Wheels
* Lightweight supersport-style 6-spoke
wheels contribute to the Z1000SX’s
sporty image while offering lower
unsprung weight.
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15. KEY FEATURES
EVERYDAY VERSATILITY
With a relaxed riding position that can accommodate everything from city riding to touring
to sport riding, and numerous bike-life-enhancing features, the Z1000SX complements its
street riding excitement with a depth not available on Super-Naked or supersport models.
Relaxed Riding Position
* Relatively upright position (compared to supersport models) offers both control and
comfort. (Rider triangle is essentially the same as that of the Z1000, with grips
moved about 10 mm inward.)
* Separate, raised handlebars
contribute to the sporty, comfortable
riding position. The handlebar stays
are mounted to the fork tube tops,
which extend above the upper triple
clamp.
* Thick seat urethane ensures ample rider comfort.
* Tandem seat is wide and long, with
thick urethane. Dampers on the
underside of the seat help reduce
vibration.
* Sculpted aluminium passenger grips
are positioned and shaped to offer
tandem riders a good ergonomic fit.
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16. KEY FEATURES
* Front footpegs are rubber mounted to
reduce vibration transmitted to the
rider. Further, vibration-absorbing
weights on the back of the foot guards
minimise fluttering of the floating
pieces.
* Both front and rear footpegs are
rubber coated.
Adjustable Windscreen
* Windscreen has three available positions spanning approximately 20˚ and ranging
from sporty to maximum wind protection. Adjustment can be done by hand (no tools
required) by depressing the release button below the instrument panel. (Windscreen
adjustment should be done with the bike stopped.)
Large-volume Fuel Tank
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17. KEY FEATURES
* 19 litre fuel tank offers a substantial
touring range.
* Dynamic fuel tank design with tall upper surface features supersport-style flared
edges with a trim shape at the rear, a shape that is easy to grip with the knees.
* 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 Convenience
* Under-seat storage is about twice as
large as that of the Z1000.
* A hazard switch is located on the left handlebar.
* A number of option parts are
available:
GIVI side cases (35 litres, 5 kg max
each), GIVI top case (39 litres, 3 kg
max), cowling protectors
(mushrooms), single seat cover, grip
warmers, front fork sliders.
Heat Dissipation
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18. 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 dissipation
from the rear of the radiator.
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19. ADDITIONAL FEATURES
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20. COLOUR(S)
Candy Lime Green / Ebony
Ebony
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21. 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 rebound
damping and spring preload adjustability
Suspension, rear Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged, with stepless rebound
damping and cam-style spring preload adjustability
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22. SPECIFICATIONS
BRAKES
Brakes, front Dual semi-floating 300 mm petal discs
Dual radial-mount, opposed 4-piston
Brakes, rear Single 250 mm petal disc
Single-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 under
standard operating conditions. We intend only to give a fair description of the vehicle and its
performance capabilities but these specifications may not apply to every machine supplied for
sale.Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifications without prior notice.
Equipment illustrated and specifications may vary to meet individual markets. Available colours
may vary by market.
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