Kawasaki ZX-7: history, specs, pictures
The Kawasaki ZX-7R was a in-line four, four-stroke standard produced by Kawasaki between 1996 and 2003. It could reach a top speed of 164 mph (264 km/h). Max torque was 57.98 ft/lbs (78.6 Nm) @ 9300 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 118.41 HP (88.3 KW) @ 11800 RPM.
Kawasaki ZX-7 | |
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Also called | ZX-7RR Ninja, ZX-7R Ninja, ZX-7R |
Production | 1996 - 2003 |
Class | Sportbike |
Engine | in-line four, four-stroke |
Bore / Stroke | 73.0mm x 44.7mm |
Top Speed | 164 mph (264 km/h) |
Horsepower | 118.41 HP (88.3 KW) @ 11800RPM |
Torque | 57.98 ft/lbs (78.6 Nm) @ 9300RPM |
Fuel System | carburetor |
Transmission | Gear box: 6-speed Final Drive: chain |
Brakes | Front: dual disc Rear: single disc |
Front Tire | 120/70-zr17 |
Rear Tire | 190/50-zr17 |
Wheelbase | 56.5 inches (1435 mm) |
Seat Height | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
Weight | 447.54 pounds (203.0 Kg) (dry), 234.0 kg (wet) |
Recommended Oil | K-tech 10W-40 |
Fuel Capacity | 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) |
Fuel Consumption | 0.69 liters/100 km (144.9 km/l or 340.90 mpg) |
Manuals | Service Manual |
EngineEdit
The engine was a liquid cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 73.0mm bore x 44.7mm stroke result in a displacement of just 748.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).
DriveEdit
The bike has a 6-speed transmission.
ChassisEdit
It came with a 120/70-zr17 front tire and a 190/50-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The ZX-7R was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 447.54 pounds (203.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 56.5 inches (1435 mm) long.