Kawasaki is reportedly preparing the 2025 Z1100, with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) registering new models for the 2026 model year. This includes a new model code, ZR1000H, alongside existing models. Images, initially revealed from a European patent application, hint at the bike’s design.
The upcoming Kawasaki Z1100 will share the same inline four-cylinder engine as the Ninja 1100 SX and Versys 1100. The engine is expected to have similar emission levels and technical specifications with minor variations. The Ninja 1100 SX is projected to have a 1,099 cc engine, producing 136 hp at 9,000 rpm and 113 Nm of torque at 7,600 rpm. The Z1100 is expected to have a similar power output. The Z1100 may feature an aluminum frame, double-sided swingarm, upside-down forks, and brakes, similar to the Ninja 1100 SX, while potentially adopting a more aggressive riding stance.
There’s also a possibility Kawasaki is developing a new chassis for the Z1100, potentially using a tubular frame design to differentiate it from its faired sibling. These are CAD renderings, and Kawasaki has not released detailed information about the upcoming bikes.
