Kawasaki Z 300 Performance
- Production years
- 2017
- Brand
- Kawasaki
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KAWASAKI Z300 Performance (2016-Present)
Selected year: 2017
Technical specifications
- Engine capacity
- 296 cm³
- Power
- 39 hp (29 kW) at 11,000 rpm
- Wet weight
- 168 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
Overview
The 2017 Kawasaki Z 300 Performance is a naked motorcycle from the Z family, with 2017 as its production year. Its 296.0 cm³ liquid-cooled parallel twin makes 39 hp (29 kW); torque is 27 Nm at 10,000 rpm, and wet weight is 168 kg.
The 785 mm seat height can make it easier to put a foot down at stops, while the 168 kg wet weight is what you manage when moving the bike around at low speed. The rear Uni-Trak shock has adjustable preload to tailor the setup to rider and load, and ABS is available as an option.
Specifications
Engine
Engine
- Bore x stroke
- 62.0 x 49.0 mm
- Engine capacity
- 296 cm³
- Compression ratio
- 10.6:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Ignition
- Digital
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Performance and transmission
Performance and transmission
- Power
- 39 hp (29 kW) at 11,000 rpm
- Power weight ratio
- 0.2321 HP/kg (wet)
- Torque
- 27 Nm at 10,000 rpm
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Gearbox
- Manual 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
Dimensions and weight
Dimensions and weight
- Fuel capacity
- 17 L
- Ground clearance
- 145 mm
- Overall height
- 1,025 mm
- Overall length
- 2,015 mm
- Overall width
- 750 mm
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Wet weight
- 168 kg
- Wheelbase
- 1,405 mm
Chassis and suspension
Chassis and suspension
- Frame
- Tube diamond, steel
- Front suspension
- 37 mm telescopic fork
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rake
- 26.0°
- Rear suspension
- Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock and adjustable preload
- Rear wheel travel
- 132 mm
- Trail
- 82 mm
Brakes and wheels
Brakes and wheels
- Abs
- Optional
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Single balanced actuation dual-piston. Optional ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 290 mm
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Optional ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-17
Colours and equipment
Colours and equipment
- Colours
- Black/grey, green/black
Pros and cons
Advantages
Adjustable rear preload
The rear shock’s adjustable preload lets you adapt the suspension setup to the rider and load.
ABS available
Optional ABS adds an anti-lock braking system for riders who choose that equipment.
Things to consider
Peak torque comes high in the rev range
The twin reaches its stated 27 Nm at 10,000 rpm, so you need to rev it to access that peak torque.
Chain final drive
The chain needs periodic cleaning and adjustment.
Rider fit
Rider fit calculator
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Estimated from your height: 79 cm
How to measure
Stand barefoot with your back to a wall. Hold a book firmly between your legs, then measure from the floor to the top edge of the book.
Estimated ground reach
Both feet likely flat
You should have a stable stance at a stop, although seat width and suspension setup still matter.
Seat height
785 mm
Approx. loaded height
755 mm
Estimate assumes about 30 mm of suspension sag. Seat width, footwear, luggage and suspension settings can change real reach. Always sit on the motorcycle before buying.
Fuel range calculator
Enter your expected fuel consumption to estimate the distance on a full tank, with or without a fuel reserve.
Tank 17 L at 5.5 L/100 km
Lower consumption = longer range.
Estimated range
309 km
With 10% reserve
278 km
This is a planning estimate, not a measured result. Speed, route, weather, load and riding style can change real consumption.
FAQ
How much power does the 2017 Kawasaki Z 300 Performance make?
It makes 39 hp (29 kW).
What is the engine size and torque?
The liquid-cooled parallel twin has a capacity of 296.0 cm³ and produces 27 Nm at 10,000 rpm.
How much does the Z 300 Performance weigh?
Its wet weight is 168 kg.
Does the 2017 Z 300 Performance have ABS?
ABS is optional.
