Kawasaki Z750F
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| Kawasaki Z750F | |
| Manufacturer | |
|---|---|
| Also called | Z 750 F |
| Production | 1976 |
| Engine | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder. DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder |
| Compression ratio | NA |
| Ignition | Battery & coil |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Frame | Steel double cradle |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic forks Rear: Swing arm dual shocks |
| Brakes | Front: 2x disc Rear: Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
| Weight | 230 kg / 507 lbs (dry), |
| Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 Liters / 4.6 US gal |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a Air cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse four cylinder. DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder. The engine featured a NA compression ratio.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 3.25-19 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2x disc in the front and a Drum in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic forks while the rear was equipped with a Swing arm dual shocks. The Z750F was fitted with a 17.7 Liters / 4.6 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 230 kg / 507 lbs.
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OverviewEdit
Kawasaki Z 750F
Z750-A4
Model Information
Hardly rocket science to
understand that this model was a direct Japanese equivalent to the Z900-A4,
and clearly resembled its worldwide big brother. For once Kawasaki offered
this model in the two color options available for the 900, namely Diamond
Brown or Dark Green. Retail price was at 485,000 Yen.
Production started in early 1976, however information relating to frame numbers and production start remains unclear. Several publications have quoted frame start number at Z2F18403, but having studied these models for some time, it is clear that this number is incorrect. I have seen several Z750-A4's with frame number lower than 18403, the lowest I've seen is Z2F167**, while the highest Z2A frame number I know of is Z2F160**. It is known that the model went on general sale in March 1976 and indeed, the date of 5 March 1976 quoted on the parts book would underline this. Having made extensive enquiries about this anomaly, together with known production figures for the Z2 range, it is reasonable to assume that production started probably in February where production figures would indicate a start number in the region of Z2F16421.
The bike itself continued to adopt the black painted engine, but apart from that, it looked pretty much like the Z900-A4 with twin discs up front and drum on rear. The saddle remained European style with the strap, and the rear fender the short USA type. Also, the forks and rear shocks lost their reflectors.The carburettors remained at 26mm, but now that the Z900-A4 was also running 26mm, the carb assembly became the same part for both models. The headlight assembly remained as per Z2 / Z2A
The model retained the same style speedometer as the Z2A with its red line running from 80 to 220 KPH, but now that the idiot light panel was of the same style as the 900, the speed warning indicator light had to be moved to prevent it being obscured. It therefore lost its place on top of the headlight shell and ended up being rather crudely attached to a bracket that was fixed to the handlebars.
Last, the side panel badge obviously changed to Z750 following the same graphical style of the Z900. A small sticker with the word FOUR was placed beneath the side panel badge almost as an afterthought. Clearly, Kawasaki didnt want anyone to confuse the model with the same named Z750 Twin model!
Despite the fact the engine remained unaltered and carburettors remained at 26mm, Kawasaki quoted an increase from 69 to 70 maximum Horsepower. Top speed quoted was reduced from 200 KPH to 190 KPH.
The production run for the 750-A4 was quite short and lasted for approximately 6 months with a total (estimated) of only 1980 being made before it was replaced by the very similar A5 model.
Source
| Make Model | Kawasaki Z 750F |
|---|---|
| Year | 1976 |
| Engine Type | Four stroke, transverse four cylinder. DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder |
| Displacement | 746 cc / 45.5 cu-in |
| Bore X Stroke | 64 х 58 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression | NA |
| Induction | 4x Mikuni VM 28 SC carburetors |
| Ignition | Battery & coil |
| Starting | Electric & kick |
| Max Power | 70 hp / 52.1 kW @ 9000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 5.9 kgf-m / 42.6 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain, 96 Link |
| Final Drive Ratio | 2.80 (42 rear tooth / 15 Front tooth) |
| Frame | Steel double cradle |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Swing arm dual shocks |
| Front Brakes | 2x disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum |
| Front Tire | 3.25-19 |
| Rear Tire | 4.00-18 |
| Dry Weight | 230 kg / 507 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 Liters / 4.6 US gal |