2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 Specifications

Name: 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000
Brand: Kawasaki

Naked bike • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

No images available

Tap to enlarge

2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 Overview

Kawasaki Z 1000 is a naked bike motorcycle, displacing 1043 cc. Power comes from an In-line four, four-stroke engine running Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve actuation, a compression ratio of 11.8:1. Bore and stroke come in at 77 x 56 mm. On the performance side, it delivers 111 Nm @ 7300 Revolutions of torque. On the road, the 2017 Z 1000 tips the scales at 221 kg, carries a 17-litre fuel tank, offers a seat height of 815 mm and spans a 1,435 mm wheelbase. That's roughly 12.5 kg heavier than the average naked bike motorcycle in our database. The full 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2017 Z 1000 - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Fuel injection: Fuel injection means consistent cold starts and clean throttle response without the fussiness of a carbureted setup.

Considerations

Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Fuelling & injector care

The fuel injection on the Z 1000 needs little beyond good fuel and periodic use of an injector-cleaner additive - no jetting or float-bowl maintenance to worry about.

Valve clearance checks

With Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) valve gear, the Z 1000 needs periodic clearance checks; caught early they're a cheap adjustment, left unchecked they accelerate valve seat wear.

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from Double disc. Floating discs. - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Suspension condition on used examples

The Z 1000's suspension runs 41 mm inverted fork with stepless compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability at the front. The rear uses Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload. Fork-seal condition and rear linkage play are the two things worth checking before buying used.

Final drive maintenance

The Z 1000 uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Frame & chassis check

Built around a Twin-tube, aluminium, the Z 1000's chassis is straightforward to inspect: look for corrosion, cracks or repair welds around stress points like the head-stock and swingarm mounts.

Handling the weight at a standstill

221 kg puts the Z 1000 toward the heavier end of its class. It's most noticeable at walking pace; once underway the mass settles into the handling rather than fighting it.

Z 1000 - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy Z 1000 should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a Z 1000's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

Fuel system care

Fuel injection on the Z 1000 needs little attention beyond decent fuel and an occasional system-cleaner additive. Anything left standing for three months or more should have its fuel drained and replaced before it varnishes the injectors.

Valve clearance service

Valve clearances are easy to overlook on a used Z 1000 since a bike out of spec doesn't always feel obviously wrong - but the wear it causes is real. Ask the seller for documentation before assuming it's been done.

2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 have?

The 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 uses an In-line four, four-stroke engine with 1043 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 weigh?

The 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 weighs 221 kg. This is the manufacturer's wet figure.

How much power does the 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 make?

The 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 produces 111 Nm @ 7300 Revolutions of torque.

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000?

The 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 has a 17-litre fuel tank. At around 5-6 litres per 100 km, that is roughly 283-340 km between stops.

Is the 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 suitable for shorter riders?

The 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 has a seat height of 815 mm. This is a moderate seat height that suits a wide range of rider heights.

What brakes does the 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 have?

The 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 uses Double disc. Floating discs. at the front and Single disc at the rear.

What tyre sizes does the 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 use?

The 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 runs 120/70-ZR17 front and 190/50-ZR17 rear tyres. A good selection of sport, touring and all-weather rubber is available in these sizes.

Kawasaki Z 1000 Spec Evolution

The Kawasaki Z 1000 was produced across 15 model years (2004-2021). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	2004	2006	2008	2009	2010	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021
Max Power	127 hp / 92.7 kW @ 10000 rpm	127 hp / 92.7 kW @ 10000 rpm	127 hp / 92.7 kW @ 10000 rpm	127 hp / 92.7 kW @ 10000 rpm	101.5 kW / 138 hp @ 9600 rpm	101.5 kW / 138 hp @ 9600 rpm	101.5 kW / 138 hp @ 9600 rpm	101.5 kW / 138 hp @ 9600 rpm	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Wet Weight	221 kg / 487.2 lbs	221 kg / 487.2 lbs	221 kg / 487.2 lbs	221 kg / 487.2 lbs	221 kg / 487.2 lbs	221 kg / 487.2 lbs	221 kg / 487.2 lbs	221 kg / 487.2 lbs	220.0 kg / 485.0 lbs	220.0 kg / 485.0 lbs	221.0 kg / 487.2 lbs	221.0 kg / 487.2 lbs	221.0 kg / 487.2 lbs	221.0 kg / 487.2 lbs	221.0 kg / 487.2 lbs
Dry Weight	198 kg / 436.5 lbs	198 kg / 436.5 lbs	205 kg / 451.9 lbs	198 kg / 436.5 lbs	198 kg / 436.5 lbs	198 kg / 436.5 lbs	198 kg / 436.5 lbs	198 kg / 436.5 lbs	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Engine Detail	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.	Reed valve.	-	-	-	-	-	-
Engine Type	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	V2, four-stroke	V2, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke	In-line four, four-stroke
Top Speed	238 km/h / 148 mph	238 km/h / 148 mph	238 km/h / 148 mph	238 km/h / 148 mph	239.7 km/h / 148.9 mph	239.7 km/h / 148.9 mph	239.7 km/h / 148.9 mph	239.7 km/h / 148.9 mph	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Seat Height	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in	820 mm / 32.3 in.	820 mm / 32.3 in	815.3 mm / 32.1 in.	815.3 mm / 32.1 in.	815.3 mm / 32.1 in.	815.3 mm / 32.1 in.	815 mm / 32.1 in.	815 mm / 32.1 in.	815 mm / 32.1 in.	815 mm / 32.1 in.	815 mm / 32.1 in.	815 mm / 32.1 in.	815 mm / 32.1 in.
Fuel Capacity	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal	18 Litres / 4.8 US gal	17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 US gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 US gallons	17.00 litres / 4.49 US gallons

Key Specifications

Engine

In-line four, four-stroke

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

111.00 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7300 Revolutions

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

221.0 kg / 487.2 lbs

Fuel Capacity

17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons

Full 2017 Kawasaki Z 1000 Specifications

Colours Golden Blazed Green/Metallic Spark Black, Candy Burnt Orange/Flat Ebony

Ground Clearance (mm) 125 mm

Ground Clearance (in.) 4.9 inches

Seat Height 815 mm / 32.1 in.

Wheelbase 1,435 mm / 56.5 in.

Height 1,055 mm / 41.5 in.

Length 2,045 mm / 80.5 in.

Width 790 mm / 31.1 in.

Fuel Capacity 17.00 litres / 4.49 gallons

Wet Weight 221.0 kg / 487.2 lbs

Max Torque 111.00 Nm (11.3 kgf-m or 81.9 ft.lbs) @ 7300 Revolutions

Fuel Control Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)

Engine Type In-line four, four-stroke

Displacement (ci) 63.64 cubic inches

Displacement (cc) 1043.00 cc

Bore x Stroke (mm) 77.0 x 56.0 mm

Bore x Stroke (in,) 3.0 x 2.2 inches

Fuel System Injection

Compression Ratio 11.8:1

Engine Lubrication Forced lubrication, wet sump

Ignition Digital

Starter Electric

Valve System 4

Clutch Wet multi-disc, manual

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 6-speed

Primary Drive Sealed chain

Frame Type Twin-tube, aluminium

Suspension - Front 41 mm inverted fork with stepless compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability

Suspension - Rear Horizontal monoshock with stepless rebound damping, adjustable spring preload

Rake 24.5°

Trail 104 mm / 4.1 in.

Wheel Travel - Front 120 mm / 4.7 in.

Wheel Travel - Rear 135 mm / 5.3 in.

Brakes - Front Diameter (in.) 12.2 inches

Brakes - Front Diameter (mm) 310 mm

Brakes - Rear Diameter (in.) 9.8 inches

Brakes - Rear Diameter (mm) 250 mm

Brakes - Front Double disc. Floating discs.

Brakes - Rear Single disc

Tyres - Front 120/70-ZR17

Tyres - Rear 190/50-ZR17

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.