The 2027 Kawasaki Z1100 and Z1100 SE are priced at 1.584 million yen (RM42,000) and 1.76 million yen (RM46,700), respectively, in Japan. Both models go on sale on November 14, 2026, exclusively through Kawasaki Plaza dealerships, while the 2026 Kawasaki Z1100 SE retails at RM69,900 in Malaysia

Power for the Z1100 comes from a 1,098 cc liquid-cooled inline-four mill producing 136 PS at 9,000 rpm and 113 Nm of torque at 7,600 rpm. The DOHC, 16-valve engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox, electronic throttle valves and a Kawasaki Quick Shifter for clutchless upshifts and downshifts is standard equipment.

Common electronic equipment includes an inertial measurement unit (IMU), Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF), traction control, intelligent ABS, selectable power modes, integrated riding modes and electronic cruise control. Both bikes also get a five-inch colour TFT display with a lean-angle indicator and smartphone connectivity through Kawasaki’s Rideology app. Voice commands and turn-by-turn navigation require a free licence to activate.