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2004 Kawasaki ZZR® 1200

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2004 Kawasaki ZZR® 1200 Specifications

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Identification
Model Type	Sport-Touring
BASE MSRP(US)	$10,499.00
Dealers	Kawasaki Dealers
Warranty	12
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Engine:
Engine Type	In-line
Cylinders	4
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	16
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Bore (mm/in)	79 / 3.11
Stroke (mm/in)	59.4 / 2.34
Displacement (cc/ci)	1164 / 71
Compression Ratio	10.6:1
Starter	Electric
Carburetion Brand	Keihin
Fuel Injector	No
Carburetor	Yes
Number Of Carburetors	4
Carburetor Size (mm)	40
Carburetion Type	Carburetor
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Overdrive	No
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Gear Ratio (1/2/3/4/5/6)	2.733 / 1.947 / 1.59 / 1.333 / 1.153 / 1.035
Reverse	No
Final Drive Ratio	2.588
Wheels & Tires:
Wheels Composition	Aluminum
Tube / Tubeless	Tubeless
Tire Brand	Bridgestone®
Front Tire Width	120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio	70
Front Tire Speed Rating	Z
Front Wheel Diameter	17
Rear Tire Width	180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio	55
Rear Tire Speed Rating	Z
Rear Wheel Diameter	17
Front Tire (Full Spec)	Bridgestone 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	Bridgestone 180/55 ZR17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)	12.6 / 320
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)	9.8 / 250
Suspension:
Front Suspension Type	Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)	1.7 / 43
Front Travel (in/mm)	4.7 / 119.4
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load	Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping	No
Front Central Suspension Strut	No
Rear Suspension Type	Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Travel (in/mm)	4.7 / 119.4
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load	Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping	No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers	1
Steering:
Steering Control	Handlebar
Technical Specifications:
Length (ft)	7.08
Width (in/mm)	29.7 / 754.4
Height (in/mm)	49 / 1244.6
Wheelbase (in/mm)	59.3 / 1506.2
Ground Clearance (in/mm)	5.1 / 129.5
Length (ft/ft)	7
Length (ft/in)	1
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)	520 / 236
Wet Weight (lbs/kg)	597 / 271
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	6.1 / 23.1
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)	2.24
Seats:
Seat Type	One-Piece
Adjustable	No
Seat Material	Vinyl
Seat Location	Driver and Passenger
Seat Height (in/mm)	31.5 / 800.1
Number Of Seats	2
Grab Rail or Strap	Standard
Exterior:
Frame	Aluminum
Body Material	Plastic
Hand Grips	Standard
Foot Peg Location	Driver and Passenger
Adjustable	No
Drive Shaft Guard	No
Fork Guards	No
Hand Guards	No
Brush Guard	No
Light Guard	No
Front Fender	Standard
Rear Fender	Standard
Stand Type	Center / Kick
Lower Fairing	Standard
Spoiler	Standard
Handlebars	Standard
Upper Fairing	Standard
Instrumentation:
Digital Instrumentation	Standard
Clock	Standard
Tachometer	Standard
Speedometer	Standard
Temperature Warning Type	Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type	Gauge
Pricing:
Warranty (Months)	12
Identification:
Generic Type (Primary)	Sport-Touring
Manufacturer Country	Japan
Introduction Year	2001
NADATrimID	17868
Mounts:
Windshield Mounts	Standard
Lights:
Halogen Headlight (s)	Standard
Glass:
Rearview Mirrors	Standard
Windshield Lowers	No
Height Adjustable	No
Height	Low
Paint & Finish:
Metallic	No

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ZZR 1200 Review

By Scott Alley(Owner), Sep. 15, 2008

This is a Sport touring bike with the emphasis on Sport more than touring. It has plenty of horses lurking underneath the fairing. I think a bit more riser height would do well to relieve some hands pressure for a better touring experience. The brakes and shocks are good. Read Full Review

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ZZR 1200

By Dave Nichols(Owner), Nov. 24, 2009

Definitely big S and little t in this Sport tourer. Great power, good brakes, pretty good handling. Easy on the wallet to buy and maintain. I added a 3 inch taller windscreen and Genmar bar risers (about an inch) which made a significant difference. I'm happy with it for one-up sport touring. Still,... Read Full Review

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By Jose Gonzalez(Owner), Jan. 28, 2010

I boyght my ZZR new in 2004. Took a little getting used to the weight and I've learned to "manhandle" this beast but, having owned all of the big boys from GSXR 1100, ZX 12 and non the less,the all mighty Hayabusa, I'm very confindent to say that I have not found a bike that can replaced m... Read Full Review

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