The Kawasaki ZX-12R motorcycle specifications include a 1,199 cc (73.16 cu in) engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and a listed weight of 215 kg (474 lb).
Key specifications
2000Year released
1,199 ccDisplacement
134.0 Nm @ 7,500 rpmTorque
215 kgDry weight
How the Kawasaki ZX-12R compares
This compares the motorcycle with all Kawasaki models in this specifications database. The blue marker is this model and the grey line is the Kawasaki database average.
Displacement1,199 cc
Low 84 ccAverage 687 ccHigh 1,700 cc
About 75% higher than the Kawasaki database average. Around the 88th percentile across Kawasaki models.
This model Kawasaki database average
Kawasaki database percentile rankings
Percentiles show where this motorcycle sits across the Kawasaki specifications database. They are descriptive database rankings, not performance ratings.
Displacement88th
1,199 cc — larger displacement than about 88% of Kawasaki models.
Mechanical overview
Engine layout snapshot
In-line four, four-stroke • 1,199 cc
Chassis snapshot
6-speed • Chain (final drive)
Model information
| Year released |
2000 |
| Category |
Sport touring |
Engine specifications
| Engine type |
In-line four, four-stroke |
| Displacement |
1,199 cc (73.16 cu in) |
| Torque |
134.0 Nm (13.7 kgf-m or 98.8 ft.lbs) @ 7,500 rpm |
| Starter |
Electric |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Gearbox |
6-speed |
| Final drive |
Chain (final drive) |
Brakes, wheels and tires
| Front brakes |
Dual disc |
| Rear brakes |
Single disc |
Dimensions and weight
| Dry weight |
215 kg (474 lb) |
Performance
| Top speed |
320.0 km/h (198.8 mph) |
| Power/weight ratio |
0.8605 hp/kg |
Other specifications
| Color options |
Red, green, silver |
Disclaimer: Specifications may vary by market, trim, production date and optional equipment, and scraped or historical data can contain errors. Comparison and percentile values are calculated from Kawasaki models in this specifications database. Always double-check important specifications against the motorcycle owner’s/service manual and official Kawasaki information before relying on them. Visit the official Kawasaki website.