| MODEL | KAWASAKI Z 1000LTD 1981 - 1982 |
| Year | 1981 - 1982 |
| Engine Type | Four-stroke, transverse four-cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder |
| Displacement / Capacity | 998 cc / 60.9 cu in |
| Bore X Stroke | 69.4 x 66 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Max Power | 95 hp / 69.3 kW @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 83.2 Nm / 61.4 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Induction | 4 x 34 mm Mikuni carburettors |
| Start System | Electric |
| TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
| Lubrication | — |
| Gear Box | 5 speed |
| Clutch | — |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| CHASSIS SPECS | |
| Frame | — |
| Front Suspension | Telehydraulic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Swinging arm forks with adjustable shocks |
| Front Brakes | 2 x discs |
| Rear Brakes | Single disc |
| DIMENSION SPECS | |
| Overall Length | — |
| Overall Width | — |
| Overall Height | — |
| Seat Height | — |
| Wheelbase | — |
| Ground Clearance | — |
| Dry Weight | 254 kg / 560 lb |
| Wet Weight | — |
| WHEEL SPECS | |
| Front Tyre | 3.25 H19 |
| Rear Tyre | 130/90 H16 |
| FUEL SYSTEM | |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 Litres / 3.9 US gal |
| Fuel Consumption | 45 to 50 mpg (review estimate) |
| Top Speed | 124 mph (review, at MIRA) |
A large, heavy custom-style boulevard bike from Kawasaki that shares its engine basics and frame with the Z1000J sportster. It has a strong low-end engine, a stepped seat and high bars. The review calls it flashy and attention-grabbing, but criticises its comfort, passenger room, tyre grip and suspension, and concludes its practical use is limited.
