Kawasaki presents an updated “R Edition” version of its predator-like super naked
Kawasaki Z1000R Edition comes with a Euro 4 engine, updated brakes, and a new rear suspension. Plus some other refinements.
The 2017 R Edition features a higher-spec Brembo configuration – dual semi-floating 310 mm Brembo discs. Caliper: Dual radial-mount, Brembo M50 monobloc, opposed 4-piston.
Kawasaki also replaced the rear suspension with a new Öhlins S46DR1S gas-charged shock with rebound damping and remote spring preload adjustability.
As for the styling, the new Z1000R Edition comes with new graphics, a better-looking seat, and new die-cast aggressive mirrors.
The new version of the super-naked has a gear position indicator on the dashboard and a kind of “shift up” blipper.
The new fuel tank design offers a larger capacity – 17 liters [4,49 gal]. The new wheels are 1,5 kg lighter compared to the ones featured on the standard version.
The engine meets the Euro 4 regulations and develops the same power – 142 PS @10,000 rpm and the torque curve is electronically refined.
Kawasaki Z1000’s main rival is the Suzuki GSX-S 1000.
| Year introduced | 2017 |
| Max power (horsepower, KW) | 142 PS @10,000 rpm |
| Max torque (NM, lb-ft) | 111 Nm |
| Top speed (km/h, mph) | n.a. |
| Engine (CC, CI) | 1,043 cc |
| Frame | Twin-tube, aluminium |
| Weight (KG, Lbs.) | 221 kg (487 lbs) |
| Seat Height (CM, IN”) | 815 mm |
| Front Brake | Dual floating disc brakes, dual-piston floating calipers, diameter 310 mm, Brembo M50 monobloc calipers |
| Rear Brake | Single disc brake, diameter 250 mm |
| Front Tire Size | 120/70/ZR17 |
| Rear Tire Size | 190/50/ZR17 |
| Front suspension | Upside-down fork Ø 41 mm, fully adjustable |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins S46DR1S gas-charged shock |
| Fuel Tank (L, Gal) | 17 L (4,49 Gal) |
| Avg. fuel consumption (L/100 KM, MPG) | n.a. |
| Safety | ABS, Slippery Clutch |
| Price (EUR, USD) | n.a. |
