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Originally Posted by bellnghmrider

I have an '86 ZX1000, which is also known as a GPZ 1000 RX. I've checked online for the bike's specs and I've come across specs for a GPZ 1000RX and a GPZ 1000RX (reduced effect). The normal 1000 shows the bike as having 125 hp whereas the "reduced effect" version lists the bike at 100 hp. Is there any way I can tell which one I have?

http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/kaw...00_rx_1986.php
http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/kaw...ffect_1986.php

The GPz1000RX is the European name for the North American Ninja 1000R. The Ninja name is pretty much exclusive to the North American market. The engine casing should still show "GPz" on it. The bike produces about 125hp wit a top speed of about 165mph. "The Worlds Fastest Production Bike". You have a Ninja1000R, since you live in the US. I think reduced effect bikes were only sold in Europe to comply with licensing regulations, engine cc's, and hp.

Here's a link for some history (European link):

http://www.gkweb.net/gary/gpz/index.php

And here are some photos of the two flavours