You like to blend sportiness with practicality? Then you shout take a look at Kawasaki’s Z1000SX Tourer. The bike features a fairly sporty style which is combined with a comfortable saddle and a set of generous storage places.

The Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer is propelled by a 138 hp Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve 1,043 cm3 In-line quaternary engine mated on a six speed transmission.

The ride is kept in check by rear shocks with rebound and preload adjustability and a 41 mm inverted front fork which features stepless compression, rebound damping and spring preload adjustability.

The stopping power is assured by front, 300 mm petal brake discs gripped by opposed 4-piston radial-mount calipers.

The bike also comes with a sporty instrument panel which draws inspiration from the Ninja ZX-6R and features a large analogue tachometer and multi-function LCD screen. Other functions include speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, odometer, clock, dual trip meters, and warning lamps.

Hit the jump for more information on the 2012 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer.

2012 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2012 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer
  • Engine/Motor: Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four
  • Horsepower: 74 @ 9600
  • Torque: 110 @ 7800
  • Transmission: 6-speed, return
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

Overview

Want to go for a whole day sporting ride then overnight ready for the next day’s fun? You need the cutting edge style and practical long distance features of the Z1000SX Tourer.

Z1000SX Pannier system

Monokey, 2 x 35 litres capacity will fit most helmets. With covers in body colour. Rigid, black steel brackets with replacement elements for rear indicators and additional rear/stop light. Panniers cannot be used together with the Top case.

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

Large-volume Fuel Tank

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.

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.)

Exciting Engine

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

Rear suspension positions the shock unit and linkage above the swingarm. The rear shock features rebound and preload adjustability. A cam-style preload adjuster facilitates making adjustments to suit 2-up riding or luggage.

Inverted Front Fork

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.

Front brake

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.

LED taillight

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

Exhaust System

The exhaust system features a 4-into-2-pre-chamber-into-2 layout. Silencer end-caps create a quad-style image.

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.)

Specifications

Fuel system

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

Ignition

Digital

Starting

Electric

Lubrication

Forced lubrication, wet sump

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

Clutch

Wet multi-disc, manual

Final reduction ratio

2.733 (41/15)

Transmission

6-speed, return

Final Drive

Sealed chain

Frame type

Aluminium twin-tube

Rake/Trail

24.5°/ 102 mm

Wheel travel, front

120 mm

Wheel travel, rear

138 mm

Tyre, front

120/70ZR17M/C (58W)

Tyre, rear

190/50ZR17M/C (73W)

Steering angle, left / right

31° / 31°

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

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

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

Ground Clearance

135 mm

Wheelbase

1,445 mm

Seat height

822 mm

Fuel capacity

19 litres

Curb Mass

228 kg / 231 kg (ABS) (Excl. accessories)

Maximum power

101.5kW 138 PS / 9,600 rpm

Maximum torque

110 N・m 11.2 kgf•m / 7,800 rpm


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