2010 Kawasaki Z1000
The Kawasaki Z1000 has been officially announced, blending "Japanese art and technology"Kawasaki's 2010 model Z1000 has been officially released, with the big news that it will feature an aluminium chassis for the first time.
The new Z1000 is a major mechanical revamp of the previous model, sharing very few components with the '09 model.
"Development of the 2010 Z1000 started from scratch, with the specific goals of creating a distinctive visual impact and superior on-road performance. The end result is essentially a custom-made super streetfighter," says Kawasaki.
Things like a lower seat will increase its appeal across a broader cross section of bikers and along with a new horizontally mounted, full adjustable rear shock which is joined by fully adjustable 41mm inverted front forks.
The 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 also gets a mild update to the angular design, complete with five-spoke wheels and a belly fairing piece to hide the exhaust headers.
According to Kawasaki's PR team, the Z1000 exhibits a "unique blend of Japanese art and technology" that "takes a dramatic leap forward with the distinct look of an apex predator."
It should be lighter than its predecessor and also much faster, thanks a torque-laden engine.
Indeed, the new 1043cc powerplant could be another reason for current owners to trade up.
Kawasaki has built the new litre-class engine from scratch, whose torque will eclipse the current output of 99Nm. The previous model's 953cc engine has been replaced with a 1043cc unit, which comes from a 77 x 56mm bore and stroke.
The compression ratio is 11.8:1 and fuel is delivered to the cylinders via 38mm Keihin throttle bodies, and Kawasaki has crafted a new exhaust system.
It also gets a new cold-air intake that delivers a "dramatic howl" that "raises hairs on the back of its rider's neck" according to Kawasaki.
Expect close to 110Nm of torque and more than 130hp. This - on top of a lighter kerb weight and uprated suspension - should make it a streetfighter to be reckoned with.
The major changes to the new model are as follows:
- All-New Aluminum Chassis
- All-New 1043cc Engine
- All-New Horizontal Rear Suspension
- Sharp "Predatory" Styling
- Light & Quick Handling
- Lower Seat Height than Previous Z1000 Models
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