Z1K Parts Interchange List

Compstall · Jul 8, 2005

This is a comprehensive list of parts from other bikes (or unique/creative mods) that will directly (or w/ minor modification) fit on 1st generation Z1K's ('03-'06). What do you know or have tried on yours? I will add to this list as the inputs come in.

**The listing you see on this FIRST post is current as of post #164!

SUSPENSION / STEERING

Forks
- 03-08 ZX6R
Mods Required: None, the triple clamps are the same.

- 06-07 ZX10
You have to press z1000 stem into ZX10 2006-07 lower triple. Check the following link for help: http://www.riderforums.com/showthread.php?t=41243
** 2004-2007 ZX10 forks are okay.
** 2008 ZX10 forks are too long.

Shocks
- 03-05 ZX6R
Mods Required: The '05 636 shock will NOT directly bolt in. The lower legs on the 636 shock are 2mm closer together, and there is a spacer inside the shock linkage which will not fit into it. Need to have 1mm milled out of the inside of each shock leg to get it to bolt in.

- '05 ZX10R
Mods Required: I've personally got one, just haven't installed it yet. Mods TBD...

- 01-04 GSXR600
Mods Required: Minor clearance probs, slightly too short

Swingarm
- 98-02 ZX6, ZX9, and ZX12

Dog Bones
- ZX9 or ZX6
Mods Required: None required

BRAKES

Rotors
- ZX10R Wave Rotors - fronts DO NOT fit, the mounting holes are offset

- z1000(03-06), ZX12R(05-07), and ZR-7S(03-05) front brake rotors are all the same

**Additional info from DynaGrego:

Z1000 03-06 can use 320 original rotors from the following Kawasaki models.

ZX 7 '91-'03,ZX-9R NINJA '94-'97,ZX-9R NINJA '02-'03,ZX 1100 '93-'01,ZZR 1100 '93-'01,ZZR 1200 '02-'05,ZX-12 R '00-'03,VN 1500 MEAN STREAK '02-'03,VN 1600 MEAN STREAK '04.

Mods Required: None

Master Cylinder

**Info from DrRipper:

"FYI, 05 zx6 master cylinder bore is 16mm, 09 zx-14 radial 11/16" (17mm), 08 triumph daytona radial 3/4" (19mm). Daytona master has the banjo coming out more towards the back and obstruct the throttle cable slightly (rotate right side switch housing slightly to clear the banjo). ZX14 is better. daytona nipple (for reservoir) is from the side, 90degree upwards, while zx14 is from the top, 90degree pointing sideway. Those who are picky about reservoir placement for aesthetic reasons will want to consider these small issues."

Calipers
- 2001-2003 GSXR 600/750/1000 calipers
Mods Required: May require creative brake line routing or longer hoses

More info, courtesy Dynagrego:
SIX POT CALIPER from GSXR1000 K2! (longer hoses required)

OEM CALIPER.

:glassestiCOMPARE.

COMPARE AGAIN(BOTTOMS)

Compare pads.

Another setup, courtesy Dynagrego:

"Calipers from ZX10 2008-2010 is a direct swap when using forks from ZX6R.They are better than older radial calipers because they are using 2 pads instead of 4. I have also installed a pair of 320mm rotors and I can't believe how strong the front brake is now."

The parts you are going to need are:
1)Four long caliper bolts Μ10 Χ 70mm Χ 1.25 from yamaha R1 2004-2008.
2)Four common spacers for M10 bolts,2mm thick(photo).
3)Longer hoses.
Kawasaki also uses these calipers on the new 2011 ZX10. They must be good.

misterniceguy said:
Wanted to add to the list.

Calipers I used on the 05 636 forks are from a 07 CBR1000rr.
Mods were to use a 5mm spacer(51497-MEL-D20). You have to machine down one side of these spacers. The pic shows what you have to do.

These calipers were cheaper than trying to find some of the zx14 types and they work very well. I don't have any good measuring devices to give you an actual number on distance between the caliper bolts, but like UglyMutt said, most radial calipers are the same. All the CBR calipers that I talked about should be interchangable. I had to use 5mm spacers on the 07 cbr1000rr calipers with my 05/06 zx6 forks. I don't know about the 08/09 calipers, but I am betting that they will need some too.

If you are ordering Brembo calipers, just tell them what forks you are putting them on and they will be able to make sure you get the right ones

WHEELS

- Rear
2000-2003 ZX9

- Front
1998-2002 ZX6
2000-2002 ZX9

ENGINE PARTS

ZX-9
- Cams ('98-'03)
Mods Required: There's a few things required for this. Here's a great thread on it:
http://www.riderforums.com/showthread.php?t=40581

- Flywheel / Stator / Cover ('98-'03)
Mods Required: Requires lengthening the wires by about 5-6 inches.
**will drop approx. 2 lbs. of rotating mass

DRIVELINE

JT Sprockets
Front JTF1537.16 (Same as '04 ZX10 16 tooth)
Rear JTR1489.42 (Same as '04 ZX10 42 tooth)

Renthal (courtesy of Parts411)
Front 1212-0036-pu $36 or someone mentioned 400-525-16P
Rear R184U-525-42-HA-pu $56

Sprocket Specialists
Front 572S-16
Rear 706-42

EXHAUST

2001 ZX9R header
Modification required: Collector hits rear shock, needs to be slash cut and flipped 180 degrees.

D&D
Mods Required: Fab new hanger

FUEL INJECTION / INDUCTION

Pod Filters, K&N Part #RC-1064
Mod Required: Airbox removal

BODY

Tail Components

- ZX6R
Mods Required: None

MISC PIECES

Clutch lever & Perch

- Almost any Kawasaki cable clutch & perch will fit

Rear Sets

I saw someone with a set of modified aftermarket ZX10 rearsets on their bike once. If you know who it was have them post up here on how they did it...

GAUGES

2005-2006 ZX636 gauges are a direct bolt-on. Main difference is that the RPM range will be different and the 636 does NOT have a fuel gauge.

misterniceguy · May 17, 2011

Yes, I am on some 05/06 forks.

I don't have any good measuring devices to give you an actual number on distance between the caliper bolts, but like UglyMutt said, most radial calipers are the same.

If you are ordering some Brembos, then you can just tell them what forks you are putting them on and they will be able to make sure you get the right ones.

misterniceguy · May 19, 2011

The 07 CBR1000RR calipers are pretty nice. I did some searching and found that the ZX6/10 guys were using them and had good reviews. I think the 08/09 CBR1000RR ones are supposed to be better but I found a good deal on the 07 and picked them up.

b3nn · May 19, 2011

Are they all interchangeable as long as they are radial?

misterniceguy · May 19, 2011

All the CBR ones that I talked about should be interchangable. I had to use 5mm spacers on the 07 cbr1000rr calipers with my 05/06 zx6 forks. I don't know about the 08/09 calipers, but I am betting that they will need some too.

agentshatter · Jun 8, 2011

Hmm I guess nobody answered me here. Is the rear shock interchangeable between generations of the Z?

PoltArt · Jul 11, 2011

Anyone have any idea how hard it would be to fit the 08-10 zx10r swingarm on the 03-06 z1k?

griff · Aug 19, 2011

Just like to let people know that i fitted a 2003 zx636 shock and 04 ax10 linkage with no issues to my 2003 z1000 first gen,it went straight on,and i fitted a 2002 full micron system.Only problem i had was i had to swap around the large bolt for the linkage,i had to move the side with the nut to the other side.It fitted perfect with z1000 exhaust gaskets,only thing is had to shorten the link pipe and make a new exhaust hanger,will post photos soon......

k9rockydog · Mar 3, 2012

griff said:
Just like to let people know that i fitted a 2003 zx636 shock and 04 ax10 linkage with no issues to my 2003 z1000 first gen,it went straight on,and i fitted a 2002 full micron system.Only problem i had was i had to swap around the large bolt for the linkage,i had to move the side with the nut to the other side.It fitted perfect with z1000 exhaust gaskets,only thing is had to shorten the link pipe and make a new exhaust hanger,will post photos soon......

what model bike was it originally for..?? I have a full Arata on my Zed, but I MISS the Micron Serpent system that is on my 12 !!! no knock on the Arata system, but would dern near KILL to get a Serpent for this Zed !!

griff · Aug 19, 2011

zx 10 r swingarm will fit the z but the shock on the z is at an offset,so you would need to move the brackets for the shock.You will nedd the zx10 wheel,as the z 1000 wheel has diferent size bearings and different spindle,u could get a wheel machined but easier to get a zx10 wheel......

crowbar · Oct 26, 2011

does anyone know if the 1998-2001 zx9r front rotors work with a stock wheel?

ALEXZ1000 · Dec 4, 2011

CAN YOU PUT THE 04 50 ZX10 FAIRINGS ON A 03 Z 1000???? OR ARE THERE ANY OTHER FULL FAIRINGS MODS I CAN DO
THE WIND IS BRUTAL.:thud:

Compstall · Dec 4, 2011

If it's too windy for you, maybe a Gold Wing will fit the bill better.

I've never seen anyone try this, but I imagine anything is possible. Unless you got them for free, I think it'd be more cost effective to buy a ZX10.

crowbar · Dec 4, 2011

Why the hell would you want to do that.

dynagrego · Dec 4, 2011

it's not mine.

mini19 · Dec 20, 2011

ZX10R 04-05 rear shock fit bolt-on on a z1000 03-06 with all dog bone and bracket of the zx10r with no modification

eosdigital · Jan 8, 2012

here is a question for those with the knowledge - will a shock from a GEN1 Z1000 (read 03-05) fit a 2007 Z1000 GEN2 ????

Maso

RS117 · Jan 8, 2012

I dont know but easy enough to figure out more importantly....why?? That is no upgrade in any sense but again I dont know your reasoning.
Buy a ZX shock ( maybe a spring ) and enjoy the upgrade

eosdigital · Jan 9, 2012

RS117 - I have been offered a ohlins shock from a 05 model (its virtually) brand new having only been used for 800kms for 1/3 price.

maso

aodrn · Jan 9, 2012

I bet ohlins would know.

Whiteststeve · Jan 15, 2012

Is the air filter conversion simply just removing the air box and bolting on the individual air filters? no bogging or any setup modifications needed?

Toreadorranger · Mar 19, 2012

Swapped a ZX14r rear shock into my 04 Z1000 this weekend. Nearly bolts in but needs the lower spacer shaved down and a washer on the lower bolt. Shock was about 1/2" or so shorter then the stocker.

nc39 · Jul 4, 2012

Does anyone had try using an 04-05 ZX10 swingarm or any ZX10 swingarm on an 03-06 Z1K?
Is it possible?
If so, it would be sweet to see with some pictures of it.

crowbar · Jul 4, 2012

zx10r pivot axle is 20mm z1000 is 25mm. so unless you have a mill to make the parts it wont work. i made a conversion to put a ducati swingarm on my z which is a 20mm conversion. its for sale if you interested, ans it would work for what you want to do.

nc39 · Jul 5, 2012

Hmm... that's a thought. I was eying on the ZX10 swingarm change. Another thing is I'm kinda worry about the bolt on is off-center not sure if the zed is the same.
If I'm to fix the duc swingarm it will cost more as i need to get stuff like rims and so on then I imagine it ll damn sweet to have it. But anyway thanks for the offer mate, cheers.

z4me · Aug 1, 2012

Y would u want to put other parts on Ur z dont u think awasaki put a lot of money into engineering these bikes to b perfect I ride mine to the fullespotential of the bike and I think its more than enough for any one when u start changing all these parts around I dont think its Good if those r better parts y wouldn't kawasaki put them on it wouldn't cost anymore just my opionion

Compstall · Aug 7, 2012

Why would you buy a keyboard with all those keys on it if all you're gonna do is try and abbreviate every other word and confuse the hell out of us.

crowbar · Aug 1, 2012

and your opinion sucks, just my opinion.

crowbar · Aug 7, 2012

I wish we had a "like" function on here compstall

bpw · May 2, 2013

Will '02 zx9 calipers work on my 05 z1000?

bpw · May 3, 2013

Thanks

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