Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

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Kawasaki Z1000SX

Key Specification Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Bore77 mm
Stroke56 mm
Engine power138 HP
Rpm at Max. Power9600 rpm
Torque110 Nm
Rpm at Torque7800 rpm
Compression Ratio11.8
StarterElectric
Clutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionDigital
Displacement1043 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

Technologyradial, Petal

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width120 mm
Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameter17 inch
Length2105 mm
Width790 mm
Height1230 mm
Wheelbase1445 mm
Seat Height822 mm
Kerb Weight231 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity19 l
License compliancyA

Price Kawasaki Z1000SX

Model year
Current average market prices

Kawasaki Z1000SX History

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019  model series ZXT00W

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2019

142 HP

1043 ccm

235 kg

$8,678.00avg. market price

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018  model series ZXT00W

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2018

142 HP

1043 ccm

235 kg

$9,314.00avg. market price

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017  model series ZXT00W

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2017

142 HP

1043 ccm

235 kg

$8,285.00avg. market price

Noticeable increase in power compared to the Versys 1000

Sensitive in-line four-cylinder that can be dosed in a controlled manner

The price-performance winner among the tested sports touring bikes

Ideal compromise between sportiness and touring capabilities

Electronically rather rudimentary

instruments not optimally readable in direct sunlight

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2016  model series ZXT00L

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2016

142 HP

1043 ccm

231 kg

$8,640.00avg. market price

Confident, powerful engine

fairing suitable for touring

sporty design

good electronic features

traction control

cornering ABS

pleasantly comfortable

well-integrated pannier system.

somewhat stiff handling in tight curves

instruments not optimally backlit

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2015  model series ZXT00L

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2015

142 HP

1043 ccm

231 kg

$7,412.00avg. market price

Confident, powerful engine

fairing suitable for touring

sporty design

good electronic features

traction control

cornering ABS

pleasantly comfortable

well-integrated pannier system.

somewhat stiff handling in tight curves

instruments not optimally backlit

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014  model series ZXT00L

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2014

142 HP

1043 ccm

231 kg

$6,133.00avg. market price

Confident, powerful engine

fairing suitable for touring

sporty design

good electronic features

traction control

cornering ABS

pleasantly comfortable

well-integrated pannier system.

somewhat stiff handling in tight curves

instruments not optimally backlit

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013  model series ZXT00G

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2013

142 HP

1043 ccm

231 kg

$6,003.00avg. market price

excellent engine

traction control

fully adjustable suspension elements

missing gear indicator

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012  model series ZXT00G

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012

138 HP

1043 ccm

231 kg

$6,003.00avg. market price

excellent engine

traction control

fully adjustable suspension elements

missing gear indicator

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011  model series ZXT00G

Kawasaki Z1000SX 2011

138 HP

1043 ccm

231 kg

$5,503.00avg. market price

excellent engine

traction control

fully adjustable suspension elements

missing gear indicator

FAQ tires Kawasaki Z1000SX

Which tires are currently recommended by the 1000PS editorial team for this model?
    • Continental ContiRoadAttack 4
    • Pirelli Angel GT II
    • Metzeler Roadtec 02
    • Dunlop Roadsmart 4
    • Bridgestone T32
    • Michelin Road 6
    • Mitas Touring Force
    • Bridgestone Battlax S21
    • Pirelli DIABLO ROSSO II
    • Dunlop Sportsmart 2
    • Michelin Pilot Power 3
    • Metzeler Sportec M7 RR
    • Continental ContiRoad
    • Mitas Touring Force
    • Bridgestone Battlax s23
    • Continental ContiSportAttack 4
    • Metzeler SPORTEC M9 RR
    • Dunlop Sportsmart MK3
    • Michelin Power GP
    • Michelin Power 5
    • Pirelli DIABLO ROSSO IV
Which tire dimensions do I need?
The tire dimension Kawasaki Z1000SX 2012 is front 120/70-17 and rear 190/50-17.
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What is the current market price of the Kawasaki Z1000SX?
The current average market price of a Kawasaki Z1000SX, year of manufacture 2018, is 10,220 USD with an average mileage of 1,069 km.
Which one is better? Kawasaki Z1000SX or Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX?
You can compare these two motorcycles here. You can find all pros and cons of the comparable model here.
How about the availability of the Kawasaki Z1000SX?
Compared to other Sport touring motorcycle bikes the availability is good. There are many Kawasaki Z1000SX bikes available on the market.
How stable is the price of a used Kawasaki Z1000SX? What about the price trend?
Looking at the year of manufacture 2011, the price stability of a Kawasaki Z1000SX was good compared to other Sport touring motorcycle bikes. The price trend was +4% in the first year, -7% in the second year and -11% in the third year.
How popular is the Kawasaki Z1000SX?
There is a very strong demand for a Kawasaki Z1000SX on the market. Test reports of this model are very often read on the platform of 1000PS.
What is the data source for the content on this page?
The data comes from the online motorcycle magazine '1000PS'. 1000PS was founded in 2001. The company is based in Austria. Most of the content is published in German. However, the team also presents motorcycle test videos in English on YouTube. Here you can find 1000PS on Instagram.

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