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'Kawasaki Z900'
Manufacturer
[[Kawasaki]]
Also called Z900 (70 kW), Z900RS Cafe, Z900 ABS, Z900RS, Z 900
Production 1975 - 2019
Class [[:Category:Naked motorcycles|Naked]] [[Category:Naked motorcycles]]
Engine
in-line four, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 73.4mm x 56.0mm
Compression ratio 10.8:1
Top Speed 135 mph (217 km/h)
Horsepower 107.68 HP (80.3 KW) @ 8500RPM
Torque 72.65 ft/lbs (98.5 Nm) @ 6500RPM
Fuel System injection. dfi with 36mm keihin throttle bodies
Ignition tcbi with electronic advance
Spark Plug NGK `17-19[1]
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed

Final Drive: chain

Clutch: wet multi-disc, manual
Suspension Front: 41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Rear: horizontal back-link, gas-charged shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Brakes Front: double disc. abs. four-piston calipers.
Rear: single disc. abs. single-piston caliper.
Front Tire 120/70-zr17
Rear Tire 180/55-zr17
Wheelbase 57.87 inches (1470 mm)
Length 82.68 inches (2100 mm)
Width 34.06 inches (865 mm)
Height 45.28 inches (1150 mm)
Seat Height 31.5 inches (800 mm)
Weight 215.0 kg (wet)
Recommended Oil K-tech 10W-40
Fuel Capacity 4.5 Gallon (17.03 Liters)
Fuel Consumption 5.30 liters/100 km (18.9 km/l or 44.38 mpg)
Manuals Service Manual


The Kawasaki Z900RS was a in-line four, four-stroke Naked motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 1975 and 2019. It could reach a top speed of 135 mph (217 km/h). Max torque was 72.65 ft/lbs (98.5 Nm) @ 6500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 107.68 HP (80.3 KW) @ 8500 RPM.

Engine

The engine was a liquid cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 73.4mm bore x 56.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 948.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive

The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the wet multi-disc, manual.

Chassis

It came with a 120/70-zr17 front tire and a 180/55-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. abs. four-piston calipers. in the front and a single disc. abs. single-piston caliper. in the rear. The front suspension was a 41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability while the rear was equipped with a horizontal back-link, gas-charged shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability. The Z900RS was fitted with a 4.5 Gallon (17.03 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 57.87 inches (1470 mm) long.

1975 - 1979 Kawasaki Z 900

1975 - 1979 Kawasaki Z 900

Thanks to its in-line four engine, the Z900 naked motorcycle, manufactured by Kawasaki between 1975 and 1979, us able to reach a top speed of 217 km/h.


2017 Kawasaki Z900RS

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The RS gets an upgrade in the braking department, with a radially mounted four piston monoblock front setup instead of the Z900's traditional twin four-piston setup. Additionally, the Z900RS is will have traction control, which for some reason did not make it onto the Z900.


2018 Kawasaki Z900 ABS

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The Z900 motorcycle epitomizes Kawasaki’s belief of what the ideal supernaked bike should be. Every twist of the throttle is rewarded with crisp, exhilarating acceleration and an ultra-lightweight chassis lends itself to spirited sport riding. Designed for maximum riding pleasure, this sublime balance of power and handling make the Z900 exceptionally exciting and easy to ride.​


2018 Kawasaki Z900RS

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Today, the Z1 900 spirit lives on in the all-new 2018 Z900RS. Combining timeless retro styling, high quality components and muscle power of the original Z1 with today’s cutting-edge technology and performance, the powerful yet friendly-to-ride Z900RS represents a modern reinvigoration of the icon that started it all.​


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References

  1. 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.