New motorcycle in the malaysia

7Kawasaki Z1000SX

Having been a long term VFR800 owner looking for a replacement I was quite interested in trying the Z1000SX. I was fortunate that Bristol Kawasaki asked me to run in a brand new launch model over a very cold weekend. Obviously being brand new with shiny tyres I wasn't about to test it to its limits. My main aim was to do as many miles as possible on winding A roads. First impressions were that it is a really nice looking bike and once on board feels and looks like a Z1000. From the riding position due to the rake of the forks you really can't see any of the fairing. It feels really small despite looking big from the side profile. On the road its handling reminded me of a 400cc with the power of a 1000cc. It is very manouverable at low speed in and out of traffic and on faster A roads really feels solid and planted. I would have loved to open it up but was too respectful of the very few miles on the tach. Just taking it up to 5000rpm however gave some idea of the torque on tap which seems plentiful. After about 70 miles the thinly padded seat started to gripe. The passenger accomodation looks very miniscule and if this bike is to appeal to 40 somethings then I think said middle aged partners of these riders will be complaining. The riding position is more comforable than full on sports bikes and the tank is a reasonable size for covering distances. I had a fun time on the Z1000SX but as I am after more of a tourer than sports bike I've just bought another VFR, 1200 this time. Z1000SX new published in malaysia, 7Kawasaki Z1000SX have big body Engine and transmission
Engine type:	4 cylinders, 4-stroke, Inline
Displacement:	1043 cc (63.73 cubic inches)
Bore × stroke:	77 mm × 56 mm (oversquare - shortstroke)
Cooling system:	Water cooled
Power:	138 HP (101.5 kW) @ 9600 rpm (cranksh)
Torque:	110 Nm (11.22 kg-m) @ 7800 rpm (cranksh)
Throttle:	Cable operated
Valves
Valve train:	DOHC, variable
Valves per cylinder:	4
Fuel and ignition
Sparks per cylinder:	1
Fuel supply system:	Fuel injection
Ignition type:	Digital CDI
Compression:	11.8:1
Engine mounting:	Transverse
Lubrication system:	Wet sump
Gear box:	Manual 6-speed
Clutch:	Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Final drive:	Chain
Starter:	Electric

Dimensions
Physical measures
Length:	2105 mm
Width:	790 mm
Height:	1230 mm
Wheel base:	1445 mm
Trail:	102 mm
Ground clearance:	135 mm
Seat height:	822 mm
Weight
Curb weight:	231 kg
Chassis and suspension
Frame type:	aluminium, Backbone frame
Front
Suspension:	Cartridge - upside-down
Suspension travel:	120 mm
Fork angle:	25°
Brake:	Twin Disk, Ø300 mm
Tire:	120 / 70 R17 ZR
Rear
Suspension:	mono shock, Swingarm
Suspension travel:	138 mm
Brake:	Disk, Ø250 mm
Tire:	190 / 50 R17 ZR
Other
ABS available:	Yes
Power-to-weight ratio:	0.44 HP/kg (2.28 kg/HP)
Fuel capacity:	19 l
Number of riders:	2 persons