Summer is motorcycle time. When they roar and fly at a frantic speed, I want to be in the place of a motorcyclist. Feel all this drive and freedom yourself. In order to do this, you need to get a good "iron horse" to begin with. Let's talk about this. It is Kawasaki Z1000. Serious machine! The model has two generations, and the second is available to this day.
First generation model
The first version of the Kawasaki Z1000 was released in 2003. He was positioned as the heir to the Z-series from Kawasaki, which once existed in the 70s of the XX century.
The steel frame and plastic elements of the motorcycle were borrowed from the Kawasaki sports models. The engine of the model had a volume of 0.95 liters. They removed the first generation Kawasaki Z1000 from the conveyor in 2009. But they still meet. It should be noted that these motorcycles are quite reliable. For example, if you take the 2007 Kawasaki Z1000 from a good owner, it will be a very frisky and not a problem vehicle.
It should be noted that it was in 2007 that a serious revision of the named series was carried out. Changed the exhaust, increased torque. In general, we finalized the plug (the inclination and reach changed) and worked a little on the appearance of the Z1000.
Second generation
The start of sales of the second generation of the described brand began in 2010, and so far this model is off the assembly line. Features Kawasaki Z1000 in the new version of the release has changed. So, the motorcycle engine added in volume, now the power plant had a working volume of 1.04 liters. In addition, the current versions are already based on an aluminum frame, and not on a steel one, as was the case with the first generation.
Design Features
Of the features of the power units of these motorcycles, it should be noted that the engines for this model are four-cylinder, in-line, with a capacity of 125 liters. from. (first generation) and 142 liters. from. (second generation). Four-piston brakes, six-speed gearbox, motorcycle weight about 200 kg. It is easy to guess that with such weight and with such power this motorcycle is characterized by an "evil" character.
In 2011, a special Kawasaki Z1000SX series was released. A feature of the model is a more sporty fairing, the presence of traction control (KTRC) and a system for selecting the operating mode of the motorcycle's power unit. Three years later (in 2014), the model was finalized. The engine power was increased, the motorcycle itself became heavier and it weighed 220 kg. The suspension has become a little stiffer.
Summarizing all of the above
A liter motorcycle is serious. Most often they come to them, rather than starting with them. If you start with a "liter", then you need to do this very carefully and accurately, because such a motorcycle does not forgive mistakes, it has a very daring temper. In the ranks of motorists, the “liter” is very much appreciated and respected.
Kawasaki Z1000 is a good and reliable motorcycle. If you take it new, then there are no questions. If you are considering second-hand models, then carefully consider the technical condition, so as not to eliminate the shortcomings during the summer period, when you need to ride this "iron horse" rather than repair it.
In large cities there are no problems with spare parts for motorcycles (not only for this model). As for the provinces, it must be borne in mind that the delivery of necessary spare parts sometimes takes a fairly long period of time.