Make Model

Kawasaki Z 1300
Year

1979-
Engine

Liquid cooled, four stroke, transverse six cylinder, DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder.
Capacity

1286
Bore x Stroke 62 x 71 mm
Compression Ratio 9.9:1
Induction

3x 32mm Mikuni BOW
Ignition / Starting

- / electric
Clutch Wet Multi Disc
Max Power

120 hp 87.5 kW @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque

116 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Transmission / Drive

5 Speed / shaft
Gear Ratio 1st 2.29 (39/17) 2nd 1.67 (35/21) 3rd 1.28 (32/25) 4th 1.07 (29/27) 5th 0.93 (27/29)
Frame Double Cradle
Front Suspension

Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension

Dual shocks preload adjustable
Front Brakes

2x 260mm discs 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes

Single 250mm disc 1 piston caliper
Front Tyre

110/90 -18
Rear Tyre

130/90 -17
Wet-Weight

296 kg
Fuel Capacity

27 Litres
Consumption average

36 mp/g
Standing ¼ Mile

12.1 sec / 111 mp/h
Top Speed

139 mp/h
Reviews Realclassic.co.uk / KZ1300 USA Club
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