Z1100 News & Updates

November 14, 2025 - Kawasaki Z1100 launched in India at Rs 12,79,000 Kawasaki India officially launched the Z1100 on November 14, 2025 at a starting price of Rs 12,79,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The launch represented the return of the Big Zed to India after the previous Z1000 was discontinued. Only the standard variant was brought in; the SE version with Öhlins and Brembo hardware remained a global-market-only product.

What the launch means for India's supernaked segment The Z1100's arrival directly challenges the Honda CB1000 Hornet SP (Rs 13,29,000) and signals Kawasaki's renewed intent in the premium street segment. Prior to the Z1100, buyers seeking a litre-class naked from a Japanese brand had to stretch to the Honda or look at parallel import options. The Z1100 fills that gap cleanly.

SE variant global launch Kawasaki revealed the Z1100 SE internationally alongside the standard variant. The SE gets Öhlins rear shock, Brembo Stylema 4-piston front calipers, and a different seat finish. Kawasaki India has not confirmed a timeline for the SE's local debut, but enthusiast demand is high and a 2026-27 introduction is considered likely by industry observers.

First ride impressions from Indian media Early media ride reviews from AutocarIndia, ZigWheels, and BikeWale praised the Z1100's mid-range power delivery and electronics calibration while flagging the thermal discomfort in city traffic as the main real-world downside.