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Kawasaki ZZ-R 1200

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Make Model |
Kawasaki ZZ-R 1200 |
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Year |
2003 |
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Engine |
Liquid cooled, four stroke, transverse four
cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. |
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Capacity |
1164 |
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Bore x Stroke |
79 x 59.4 mm |
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Compression Ratio |
10.6:1 |
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Induction |
4x Keihin CVKD40 carbs |
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Ignition /
Starting |
Digital electronic /
electric |
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Max Power |
160 hp 116.6 kW @ 9500 rpm |
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Max Torque |
124 Nm @ 8200 rpm |
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Transmission /
Drive |
6 Speed /
chain |
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Front Suspension |
43mm telescopic fork |
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Rear Suspension |
Bottom-Link with
gas-charged shock with adjustable preload |
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Front Brakes |
2x 320mm discs 4 pistons
calipers |
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Rear Brakes |
Single 250mm disc 1 piston
caliper |
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Front Tyre |
120/70 ZR17 |
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Rear Tyre |
180/55 ZR17 |
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Seat Height |
800 mm |
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Dry-Weight |
236 kg |
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Fuel Capacity |
23 Litres |
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Consumption average |
20.3 km/lit |
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Standing
¼ Mile |
10.4 sec |
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Top Speed |
277.4 km/h |
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Reviews
Motoring.co.za /
Motormag
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Motorbikes Today
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Onewheeldrive
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Motociclismo
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Lerepairedesmotards.com
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Topmoto.it
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MotorCycle /
MotorRad online24 |

The introduction of Kawasaki's ZX-12R in 2000 had
overshadowed the ZZ R1100, reclassifying it as a sports-touring machine.
Kawasaki decided to revamp the ZZ-Rl 100 into a more obviously
touring-biased machine for 2002. The increased-capacity engine is similar to
the ZRX1200 engine, itself a variant on the ZZ-R1100 motor. The larger bore
and stroke means the crankcases and cylinders are modifed, and most of the
ZZ-R1200 engine has been modified from the older 1100. The frame and back
end of the 1200 look similar to the older bike, but the front fairing is a
more protective touring item with a taller, wider screen. Taller bars give a
more upright riding position, and the foot pegs are lower than the ZZ-R1100
for improved comfort.
When Sir Edmund Hillary reached the top of
Mount Everest you admired his tenacity and drive. And when you travel, you
always look for winding roads. Which is precisely why you should make the
Kawasaki ZZR1200 your transportation of choice. Evolved from our amazing
ZX-11, the ZZR1200 offers huge Ninja® performance dressed in luxurious
sport-touring bodywork. Its 1,164cc DOHC In-Line Four offers incredible
power. Realistic ergonomics and an enveloping fairing with anti-vibration
rearview mirrors provide comfort for real people. And performance parts like
a hydraulically adjustable rear shock and 17-inch radial tires — well,
that’s sport touring!
The sporting adventurer need look no further than the Kawasaki ZZR1200
sport-touring motorcycle. An ideal vehicle for motorcyclists obsessed with
the road, the ZZR1200 is a perfect blend of performance, comfort and style
wrapped in a genuine grand-touring package. Originally conceptualized for
the European market, the ZZR comes stateside with the best of Kawasaki’s
ZRX1200 and NINJA ZX-11 traits. The result is a machine that offers sporty
handling, a powerful yet user-friendly engine, comfortable ergonomics and an
upscale appearance.

Features:
• Large-displacement 1,164cc In-Line Four engine is smooth, powerful and
very responsive.
• Special engine tuning delivers strong mid-range torque for sport touring
adventurers.
• Advanced Ninja® technology includes: DOHC lightweight 16-valve alloy
cylinder head.
• Electroplated linerless alloy cylinder block. Low friction pistons. Dual
fuel pumps. Twin radiator fans. Wide-ratio 6-speed transmission.
• Four huge 40mm CVKD semi-downdraft Keihin carburetors with a K-TRIC
electronic throttle position sensor result in smooth, linear throttle
response.
• Powerful, twin multi-reflector headlights plus advanced clear turn signal
lenses deliver crisp clean styling.
• Anti-vibration mirrors offer remarkably clear rear view.
• Spacious ergonomics position the rider with a comfortable reach to the
handlebars and footpegs.
• Front suspension features a 43mm conventional cartridge fork tuned for
comfort and long-distance road work.
• Huge 320mm dual front disc brakes with dual 4-piston calipers deliver
strong braking performance.
• Hydraulically controlled remote spring preload for the Bottom-Link
UNI-TRAK® rear suspension makes adjustment quick and easy.
• High-strength aluminum rear swingarm with hexagonal side arms and hollow
cast cross brace for strength and rigidity.
• High-output alternator and battery for attaching electrical touring
accessories.
• Accessory hard saddlebags are available from your Kawasaki dealer.

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