Perfect Fitment Guide
Kawasaki
Z1000
Best Tyres for Kawasaki Z1000
Find premium sport and sport-touring tyres for Kawasaki Z1000 with OEM tyre sizes, buying guidance, maintenance tips, expert recommendations, and FAQs.
Overview
About Kawasaki Z1000
Vehicle Specifications
Key mechanical details & tyre sizes
engine
1,043 cc, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve Inline-Fourpower
143 PS @ 10,000 rpmweight
221 kgwheel Type
17-inch Alloytyre Type
Tubeless RadialFront Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17Rear Tyre Size
190/50 ZR17Recommended Tyres for Kawasaki Z1000
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Metzeler Sportec M7 RR 120/70 ZR17 58W M/C TL Front Tyre
Price₹19,060
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Super Sport190/50 ZR17
Metzeler Sportec M7 RR 190/50 ZR17 75W M/C TL Rear Tyre
Price₹26,300
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL Front Tyre
Price₹22,500
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Super Sport190/50 ZR17
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV 190/50 ZR17 M/C 73W TL Rear Tyre
Price₹31,000
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Sport Touring120/70 ZR17
Michelin Road 6 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL Front Tyre
Price₹22,450
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Sport Touring190/50 ZR17
Michelin Road 6 190/50 ZR17 M/C 73W TL Rear Tyre
Price₹31,200
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Pirelli Diablo Rosso III Front 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL Front Tyre
Price₹20,000
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Super Sport190/50 ZR17
Pirelli Diablo Rosso III Rear 190/50 ZR17 M/C 73W TL Rear Tyre
Price₹28,000
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Performance & Maintenance
Key highlights and care instructions
Why Tyre Choice Matters
Key performance factors
- Kawasaki Z1000 is a litre-class naked sport motorcycle designed for aggressive street riding and high-performance handling.
- Correct tyre sizes preserve steering geometry, suspension balance, and handling stability.
- Premium sport compounds improve cornering grip, braking confidence, and acceleration traction.
- Sport-touring compounds provide a useful balance of performance, mileage, and comfort.
- Strong radial construction improves stability during high-speed riding.
- Reliable wet and dry grip improves rider confidence during changing Indian road conditions.
Maintenance Tips
Prolong tyre life
- Check tyre pressure regularly and before long rides.
- Inspect tread and sidewalls for cuts, cracks, punctures, and bulges.
- Maintain Kawasaki's recommended tyre pressure for your specific model year.
- Balance the wheels after every tyre replacement.
- Inspect tyres after aggressive riding or pothole impacts.
- Avoid spirited riding on severely worn tyres.
Tyre Buying Guide
Expert Recommendations & Use Cases
Buying Guide
Ideal considerations
- Use the OEM sizes: 120/70 ZR17 front and 190/50 ZR17 rear.
- Choose sport-touring tyres for daily commuting and highway riding.
- Choose hypersport or performance-street tyres for aggressive cornering and spirited riding.
- Check load and speed ratings before purchase.
- Check the tyre manufacturing date before installation.
- Use matching front and rear tyre models whenever possible.
Common Problems
Considerations & trade-offs
- Rear tyre wear from strong acceleration.
- Uneven tread wear caused by incorrect tyre pressure.
- Reduced wet grip as tread depth decreases.
- Wheel vibration caused by improper balancing.
- Flat spotting after prolonged storage.
- Reduced grip from ageing or hardened rubber.
Expert Tips
Optimal riding conditions
- Choose premium sport-touring tyres for mixed everyday use.
- Choose hypersport tyres when maximum cornering grip is the priority.
- Keep the OEM 120/70 ZR17 and 190/50 ZR17 dimensions.
- Check tyre pressure before every highway ride.
- Replace both tyres together when practical.
- Balance the wheels after every tyre replacement.
Real-World Fitment
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
The Kawasaki Z1000 uses a 120/70 ZR17 front tyre and a 190/50 ZR17 rear tyre.
Yes. The Z1000 uses tubeless radial tyres on 17-inch alloy wheels.
Premium sport-touring tyres are ideal for daily and highway riding, while hypersport tyres are better for aggressive cornering and spirited riding.
The OEM 190/50 ZR17 rear size is recommended for maintaining the motorcycle's designed handling characteristics.
Replace tyres when tread reaches the wear indicators, grip deteriorates, or cracks, cuts, bulges, or other structural damage appear.