With a reworked engine and inertial "brain", the new 1,099 cm³ supernaked arrives to redefine the rules of power on the streets
Kawasaki has confirmed the arrival of the long-awaited Z1100 to the Brazilian market, marking the renewal of its main line of fairing sports bikes (supernakeds). Replacing the iconic Z1000 — which remained without significant updates for a decade — the new generation bets on a cutting-edge electronics package and a resized engine to face heavyweight competitors, such as Honda CB1000R and Suzuki GSX-S1000.
Offered in two configurations, the entry-level Standard version (offered in black) debuts with a suggested price of R$ 74.990, while the top-of-the-line SE (gray) costs R$ 84.990. The amounts do not include freight expenses.
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The heart of the Z1100 has undergone strategic adjustments. The in-line four-cylinder engine jumped from 1,043 cm³ to 1,099 cm³, adapting to the new and strict emission standards. The engine now delivers 136 hp of power at 9.000 rpm and maximum torque of 11.5 kgfm at 7.600 rpm. The brand’s engineering prioritized vigor at low and medium revs, ensuring quick and safe responses in urban and road use.
The six-speed transmission gained an assist and slipper clutch, in addition to a bidirectional quick shifter (KQS) as standard, a mechanism that allows the rider to change gears without the use of the throttle or throttle relief.
The great asset of the new generation, however, is the adoption of the electronic accelerator and a six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU). The system acts as a “brain” that manages traction control and optimizes cornering braking based on the bike’s degree of lean. The rider can monitor telemetry and configure power modes through the new 5″ color TFT panel, which has Bluetooth connectivity through the Rideide app.
For the most demanding public, the SE variant justifies the price difference with components worthy of track bikes. The premium chassis includes Brembo M4.32 radial front brake calipers, steel mesh lines (aeroquip) and rear shock absorber from the Swedish brand Öhlins, with remote preload adjustment, in addition to a USB-C port positioned on the handlebars.
