KZ1000 only had a single front disc as standard with a factory option of twin discs. The Z1000-A1 retained the 26mm Mikuni carburettors, however, the increase in capacity enabled the engine to produce 85 bhp at 8000 rpm.Īs on the Z900, the Z1000 had twin front disc brakes. Many enthusiasts mourned the passing of the original four into four exhaust system. This was obviously cheaper for Kawasaki to produce than the four into four system used on the Z1-Z900 series. The most obvious design change from the 903cc machines was the new four into two exhaust system. The first Z1000, the Z1000-A1, introduced in 1977, was available in Diamond Wine Red or Diamond Sky Blue, both with Gold pinstriping. UK and European models were designated Z1000 whereas the American model was known as the KZ1000. ![]() The engine design remained basically the same as the Z900, however the bore of the cylinders was increased from 66mm to 70mm bringing the new capacity to 1015cc. All photographs are subject to copyright of the respective owners who are mentioned on Paul's website."Īs Kawasaki was starting to gain competition in the form of larger capacity motorcycles, they had no option but to increase the capacity of the Z900, and thus the Z1000 was born. "The following content is from is reproduced with the permission of Paul Mercer.
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