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Kawasaki KZ 1000 P7

General moped information

ModelKawasaki KZ 1000 P7
Year1988
CategoryCustom / cruiser
Rating64.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes
Price as new (MSRP)US$ 8500. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.

Engine and transmission

Engine typeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine details4 stroke DHOC, 4CYL J engine jkak******series
Power102.00 HP (74.5 kW)) @ 8500 RPM
Top speed210.8 km/h (131.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.100 seconds
Fuel systemCarburettor. Mikuni BS34 x 4
Fuel controlDOHC
IgnitionBattery and coil Transistorized
Lubrication systemForced lubrication wet sump
Cooling systemAir
Gearbox5-speed
ClutchWet multi plate
DrivelineRwd
Fuel consumption5.60 litres/100 km (17.9 km/l or 42.00 mpg)
Greenhouse gases129.9 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Emission detailsComplies with us gov emissions
Exhaust system4 into 2

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeTubelar double cradle with reinforced backbone
Rake (fork angle)29.0°
Trail107 mm (4.2 inches)
Front tyre dimensionsmn18 runflat-18
Rear tyre dimensionsmr18 runflat-18
Front brakesDouble disc. Big single piston calipers
Front brakes diameter300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Big single piston caliper same brake shoes as the front
Rear brakes diameter300 mm (11.8 inches)
WheelsComposite, black, 5-spoke

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight300.0 kg (661.4 pounds)
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc320.0 kg (705.5 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.3400 HP/kg
Front percentage of weight46.0
Rear percentage of weight54.0
Seat height805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alternate seat height805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
Overall length2,187 mm (86.1 inches)
Overall width800 mm (31.5 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Fuel capacity22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity5.00 litres (1.32 gallons)
Oil capacity4.50 litres (0.30 quarts)

Other specifications

StarterElectric
InstrumentsSpedometer, rev counter, fuel guage,
Light12v 65/55 12v 5/21
ElectricalBattery 12v 18ah three phase generator (20+ amp)
SeatWide and very comfortable
Carrying capacity200kg two riders ( 2nd seat fitted) or in side cases aprox 10 liter each max weight 550kgs.
Color optionsBlack frame and white fairing and tank with optional black center section. Full crash bars front and rear with side cases and radio box mounted behind rider.
CommentsKz1000p police version, fitted with a heavy fibreglass fairing and wind-shield that allows a sitting up position at all speeds.Dunlop run flat tires. No pillion seat but a radio box and side panniers as standard.Siren, and red/blue lights mounted in
Modifications compared to previous modelPolice versions fitted with a higher power alternator stator that also increased engine oil capacity from 3.7 to 4.5liters from dry filter.
CommentsKz1000p police version, fitted with a heavy fibreglass fairing and wind-shield that allows a sitting up position at all speeds.Dunlop run flat tires. No pillion seat but a radio box and side panniers as standard.Siren, and red/blue lights mounted in
CommentsKz1000p police version, fitted with a heavy fibreglass fairing and wind-shield that allows a sitting up position at all speeds.Dunlop run flat tires. No pillion seat but a radio box and side panniers as standard.Siren, and red/blue lights mounted in
CommentsKz1000p police version, fitted with a heavy fibreglass fairing and wind-shield that allows a sitting up position at all speeds.Dunlop run flat tires. No pillion seat but a radio box and side panniers as standard.Siren, and red/blue lights mounted in

General moped information

Price as new (MSRP)US$ 8500. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc.
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