Kawasaki ZRX1200 (2003-04)

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The Kawasaki ZRX 1200R is a four-stroke motorcycle with a transverse four-cylinder DOHC engine and 4 valves per cylinder. The bike has a capacity of 1165cc and a compression ratio of 10.1:1. Induction is via 4x Keihin CVK36 carburetors, while ignition is digital with K-TRICK. The bike has a maximum power output of 122hp @ 8500rpm and a maximum torque output of 112Nm @ 7000rpm. Transmission is five-speed, and final drive is via chain.

The front suspension features a 43mm fully adjustable, conventional cartridge-type fork with 12-way compression and rebound damping adjustment, as well as fork spring preload. The rear suspension is fully adjustable. Front brakes are 2x 310mm discs with 6-piston calipers, while the rear brake is a single 250mm disc with 2-piston caliper. Tyres are 120/70 ZR17 (front) and 180/55 ZR17 (rear).

The bike has a wheelbase of 1465mm and a seat height of 790mm. Dry weight is 223kg, and fuel capacity is 19 litres. Fuel consumption average is 17.6km/lit. The standing 1/4 mile time is 10.9 seconds, and top speed is 246km/h.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki ZRX 1200R

Year: 2003 – 04


Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder.
Capacity: 1165 cc / 71.0 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 79 x 59.4 mm.
Cooling System: Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio: 10.1:1
Induction: 4x Keihin CVK36 carburetors
Ignition: Digital with K-TRICK
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 122 hp / 88.9 kW @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque: 112 Nm / 82.6 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: 43 mm fully adjustable, conventional cartridge-type fork, offers 12-way compression and rebound damping adjustment as well as fork spring preload
Rear Suspension: Fully adjustable rear shock
Front Brakes: 2x 310mm discs 6 piston calipers

Rear Brakes: Single 250mm disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tyre: 180/55 ZR17
Wheelbase: 1465 mm / 57.7 in
Seat Height: 790 mm / 31.1 in
Dry Weight: 223 kg / 491.6 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 19 Litres / 5.0 US gal
Consumption Average: 17.6 km/lit
Standing 1/4 Mile: 10.9 sec
Top Speed: 246 km/h / 152.8 mph

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