Kawasaki ZR-X 1200S

Production years: 2001–2004
Brand: Kawasaki

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Selected year: 2004

Technical specifications

Engine capacity: 1,164 cm³
Power: 122 hp (91 kW)
Dry weight: 228 kg
Seat height: 790 mm

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Overview

The Kawasaki ZR-X 1200S is a naked motorcycle from the ZR-X family, produced from 2001 to 2004. For 2004, its liquid-cooled 1,164 cm³ inline-four makes 122 hp (91 kW) and 112 Nm of torque; dry weight is 228 kg.

The 790 mm seat height gives a useful reference for judging fit, while the 228 kg dry weight can take more effort to manage when maneuvering at low speed or parking. Its 19-liter tank holds the fuel for a ride, and the chain final drive needs periodic cleaning and adjustment; twin 310 mm front discs provide braking at the front.

Specifications

Engine

Bore x stroke: 79.0 x 59.4 mm
Engine capacity: 1,164 cm³
Cooling system: Liquid
Engine type: In-line four
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 4

Performance and transmission

Power: 122 hp (91 kW)
Power weight ratio: 0.5351 HP/kg (dry)
Top speed: 239.0 km/h (148.5 mph)
Torque: 112 Nm
Final drive: Chain
Gearbox: Manual 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual

Dimensions and weight

Dry weight: 228 kg
Fuel capacity: 19 L
Seat height: 790 mm
Wheelbase: 1,460 mm

Chassis and suspension

Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 123 mm

Brakes and wheels

Front brakes: Double disc
Front brakes diameter: 310 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-ZR17
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 250 mm
Rear tyre: 180/55-ZR17

Colours and equipment

Colours: Red

Model years

2003

Power: 122 hp (91 kW) → 120 hp (89 kW)

2004

Power: 120 hp (89 kW) → 122 hp (91 kW)

Specification
Engine capacity	1,164 cm³	1,164 cm³	1,164 cm³	1,164 cm³
Power	122 hp (91 kW)	122 hp (91 kW)	120 hp (89 kW)	122 hp (91 kW)
Torque	112 Nm	112 Nm	112 Nm	112 Nm
Dry weight	227 kg	227 kg	227 kg	228 kg
Seat height	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm	790 mm
Fuel capacity	19 L	19 L	19 L	19 L

Pros and cons

Advantages

Strong torque
The 112 Nm of torque gives the inline-four substantial twisting force for pulling away and accelerating.
Twin front discs
Two 310 mm front discs provide braking force across both sides of the front wheel.

Things to consider

Considerable dry weight
At 228 kg before fuel, the bike can take more effort to push around or balance at walking pace.
Chain maintenance
The chain final drive needs cleaning and adjustment, unlike a maintenance-free shaft drive.

Rider fit

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Seat height: 790 mmInseam 78.9 cm

Seat height: 790 mm

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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

790 mm

Approx. loaded height

760 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.