Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C - [1990] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C - [1990]

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Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C - [1990]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C
  • Year: 1990 | Type: Sport-Touring
  • Engine: 1052 cc (64.1 ci) 16 Valve
  • Engine Type: V4 | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 228 kgs (502 lbs)
  • Power: 147 bhp (109 kW) @ 10500 rpm
  • Torque: 81.1 lb-ft (109.9 Nm) @ 8500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 592.7 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 327.1 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 6.2 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 6.4 secs
  • Top Speed: 177 mph (284.8 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 12.65 secs @ 135 mph
  • Frame: Aluminium
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Kawasaki ZZR 1100 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1990. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1991 Norton Commander Rotary and the 1990 Norton Commander Police.This particular Kawasaki ZZR 1100 has a 1052cc Liquid cooled, Two stroke, V4 Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT - [2025] image

An alternative V4 engine, Sport-Touring style motorbike includes the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT - [2025]

The 1990 ZZR 1100 shares its V4 engine and Sport-Touring style configuration with the likes of the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT and the 2020 Yamaha MXT 850 Niken. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the ZZR 1100's Sport-Touring style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT | 2025cc.2020 Yamaha MXT 850 Niken | 2020cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE - [2025] image

The 1990 Kawasaki ZZR 1100 shares the same bhp with the Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE - [2025]

In terms of power the 1052cc 16 valve V4 4 cylinder engine produces 147 bhp (109 kW) @ 10500 rpm similar to the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC SE [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm] or the 2025 Kawasaki Z 900 DOHC [123 bhp (91 kW) @ 9500 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 81.1 lb-ft (109.9 Nm) @ 8500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 Triple [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Kawasaki ZZR 1100 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Honda CBR 600 RR - [2024] image

The 2024 Honda CBR 600 RR has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1990 Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C.

The 1990 Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C has a Power to weight ratio of 592.7 bhp per ton and 327.1 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1990 ZZR 1100 competing with the 2024 Honda CBR 600 RR [616.5 bhp\ton] and the 1993 Yamaha FZR 1000 EXUP [614.4 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Kawasaki ZZR 1100 generating around 327.1 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple [351.7 lb-ft per ton] and the 2015 Yamaha XV 1900 Raider SE [351.5 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 6.2 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 6.4 secs, this makes the Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C similar in acceleration to the 2025 Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT (6.2 secs) and the 2020 Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX (6.2 secs). This Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC - [2009] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1990 Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C and the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC

When talking about the performance of the 1990 Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 10.1 secs @ 135 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC (10.1 secs) and the 1994 Kawasaki ZZR 1100 D (10.1 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1990 version of the Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C has a maximum speed of 177mph.

Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird - [2007] image

Top Speed of the 1990 ZZR 1100 equals the 2007 Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1990 Kawasaki ZZR 1100 C then how about a 2007 Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird (188 mph) and the 2005 Honda CBR 1100 XX Super Blackbird (188 mph).

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