Kawasaki ZRX1200R
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The Kawasaki ZRX1200R, a standard/naked motorcycle
, was manufactured in Japan
from 2001 until 2008. It is an evolution of the ZRX 1100, a stylized replica of the "Eddie Lawson
Replica", a motorcycle
made famous by the superbike racing champion of the same name.
With the ZRX1200R, Kawasaki
's intention was simple: produce a motorcycle
designed and built to perform like a modern motorcycle
, while retaining a design similar to the original Eddie Lawson
Replica.
Worldwide, the ZRX 1200 was available in three guises: the ZRX1200S, which was partially faired; the ZRX1200R, which had a bikini fairing; and the ZRX1200, which had no fairing. Unlike sport bikes, full handlebars made of tubular aluminum are utilized. For comfort, the saddle contains more than one centimeter of padding between the seat covering and the pan. Foot pegs are positioned similar to standard motorcycles. The goal was to create a seating position reminiscent of the classic Universal Japanese motorcycle, or UJM.
The suspension appears similar that found on a UJM; however, the components on the ZRX are more sophisticated. The lay-down rear shocks, designed with a built-in remote reservoir, are adjustable for preload and damping. The reinforced swing arm was designed to mimic the modified/aftermarket swingarms produced in the 1970s.
The bike features a liquid-cooled 1164cc inline 4-cylinder engine. Induction comes through four 36mm Keihin carburetors and a 4-into-1 stainless steel exhaust manifold. Models up to 2004 have a black painted manifold; models produced 2004-onwards are equipped with polished manifolds. The frame is conventional steel tube with the engine supported in a removable cradle. The front suspension consists of conventional forks with adjustable damping and preload, whilst swingarm damping is provided by twin gas charged shocks with adjustable damping and preload.
Specifications
Kawsaki ZRX 1200
Bore x stroke: 79 x 59.4 mm
Displacement: 1164cc
Fuel system: Four x 36mm Keihin CV carbs.
Type: Five-speed, constant-mesh
Final drive: Chain
Frame type: Steel double cradle
Front-suspension: Conventional 43mm Showa forks with fully adjustable shock absorbers
Rear-suspension: Full adjustable dual shock absorbers
Rake and trail: 25 degrees; 106mm / 4.2 in
Dry weight: 222 kg / 489 lbs.
Seat height: 790mm / 31.1 in
Fuel capacity: 19L / 5 gal
Motorcycle
A motorcycle is a single-track, two-wheeled motor vehicle. Motorcycles vary considerably depending on the task for which they are designed, such as long distance travel, navigating congested urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off-road conditions.Motorcycles are one of the most...
, was manufactured in Japan
Japan
Japan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south...
from 2001 until 2008. It is an evolution of the ZRX 1100, a stylized replica of the "Eddie Lawson
Eddie Lawson
Eddie Lawson is a former four-time Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Champion. His penchant for not crashing & consistently finishing in the points earned him the nickname "Steady Eddie".-Biography:...
Replica", a motorcycle
Motorcycle
A motorcycle is a single-track, two-wheeled motor vehicle. Motorcycles vary considerably depending on the task for which they are designed, such as long distance travel, navigating congested urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off-road conditions.Motorcycles are one of the most...
made famous by the superbike racing champion of the same name.
With the ZRX1200R, Kawasaki
Kawasaki Motors Racing
Kawasaki Motors Racing was the European subsidiary of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, which is located in Netherlands. It is responsible for managing the racing activities of the MotoGP team and any other motorcycle racing activities Kawasaki may enter in the future.The subsidiary was set up in 2007 as...
's intention was simple: produce a motorcycle
Motorcycle
A motorcycle is a single-track, two-wheeled motor vehicle. Motorcycles vary considerably depending on the task for which they are designed, such as long distance travel, navigating congested urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off-road conditions.Motorcycles are one of the most...
designed and built to perform like a modern motorcycle
Motorcycle
A motorcycle is a single-track, two-wheeled motor vehicle. Motorcycles vary considerably depending on the task for which they are designed, such as long distance travel, navigating congested urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off-road conditions.Motorcycles are one of the most...
, while retaining a design similar to the original Eddie Lawson
Eddie Lawson
Eddie Lawson is a former four-time Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Champion. His penchant for not crashing & consistently finishing in the points earned him the nickname "Steady Eddie".-Biography:...
Replica.
Worldwide, the ZRX 1200 was available in three guises: the ZRX1200S, which was partially faired; the ZRX1200R, which had a bikini fairing; and the ZRX1200, which had no fairing. Unlike sport bikes, full handlebars made of tubular aluminum are utilized. For comfort, the saddle contains more than one centimeter of padding between the seat covering and the pan. Foot pegs are positioned similar to standard motorcycles. The goal was to create a seating position reminiscent of the classic Universal Japanese motorcycle, or UJM.
The suspension appears similar that found on a UJM; however, the components on the ZRX are more sophisticated. The lay-down rear shocks, designed with a built-in remote reservoir, are adjustable for preload and damping. The reinforced swing arm was designed to mimic the modified/aftermarket swingarms produced in the 1970s.
The bike features a liquid-cooled 1164cc inline 4-cylinder engine. Induction comes through four 36mm Keihin carburetors and a 4-into-1 stainless steel exhaust manifold. Models up to 2004 have a black painted manifold; models produced 2004-onwards are equipped with polished manifolds. The frame is conventional steel tube with the engine supported in a removable cradle. The front suspension consists of conventional forks with adjustable damping and preload, whilst swingarm damping is provided by twin gas charged shocks with adjustable damping and preload.
Specifications
Kawsaki ZRX 1200
Engine
Type: Liquid-cooled, four-stroke, DOHC, 16-valve, in-line four-cylinderBore x stroke: 79 x 59.4 mm
Displacement: 1164cc
Fuel system: Four x 36mm Keihin CV carbs.
-
- Transmission**
Type: Five-speed, constant-mesh
Final drive: Chain
-
- Chassis and running gear**
Frame type: Steel double cradle
Front-suspension: Conventional 43mm Showa forks with fully adjustable shock absorbers
Rear-suspension: Full adjustable dual shock absorbers
Dimensions and capacities
Wheelbase: 1465mm / 57.7 inRake and trail: 25 degrees; 106mm / 4.2 in
Dry weight: 222 kg / 489 lbs.
Seat height: 790mm / 31.1 in
Fuel capacity: 19L / 5 gal