Stainless Steel
Double-walled headers, integrated connections and short megaphone silencer—all treated to a buffed finish to highlight the Z900RS’ retro-sport image.
There’s no place for fake in the lifestyle you choose. Kawasaki alone has the heritage to deliver yesterday’s values to today’s riders in a truly authentic Modern Classic bike. The visceral spirit of a 1970s legend – Kawasaki’s original king of cool Z1 – finds expression in the Z900RS, to satisfy the very essence of the rider you are now.To learn more about the rich history of the Z brand, click on the link below: Z 50TH ANNIVERSARY SITE
Authentic Z1 Styling
The Z900RS is the ultimate retro-sport Z that offers modern running gear and classic styling.
Modern & Bright
A round LED headlight and oval surface-emitting LED taillight pay homage to the original Z1 with a blend of retro and modern designs.
High-grade & Vintage
The high-tech multi-function LCD screen settles snuggly between bullet-shape analogue dials, creating a balance of retro style and modern functionality.
Classic Spoke Style
A classic look with machining on the spokes and rim, plus high-quality paint demonstrates superb craftsmanship.
The Perfect Balance
The combination of a lightweight trellis frame and powerful engine allows the Z900RS motorcycle to achieve a superb balance of power and handling.
Smooth & Powerful
The powerful In-Line Four delivers strong acceleration and silky-smooth performance for cruising at higher rpm.
Tuned Exhaust Note
Based on sound research, the exhaust has been tuned to deliver a satisfying rumble during engine start and idling.
Comfortable for Long Rides
Seat is well cushioned and comfortable for extended highway cruising and enhanced road bump absorption.
Authentic Riding Experience
Retro design meets modern technology and performance for superb riding comfort around town and on the highway.
Strength & Flexibility
The modern lightweight trellis frame provides strength to harness the In-Line Four power and balanced flex to achieve responsive and agile handling.
Easy Riding
A relaxed upright riding position accommodates both comfortable cruising and sporty riding. A low seat height allows an easy reach to the ground while an upright handlebar position adds leverage for cornering and low-speed manoeuvring.
Reliable & Modern
Powerful braking performance featuring a firm, progressive feel is helped by modern radial-mount calipers and a radial-pump brake master cylinder. A compact and lightweight Nissin motorcycle ABS unit helps reduce wheel lock-up under certain conditions.
Comfortable & Responsive
A fully adjustable o41 mm inverted front fork and a Horizontal Back-link rear suspension offer progressive damping that delivers both ride comfort and sporty performance.
PLUSHER RIDE FEEL & TIMELESS Z STYLING
A high-grade variation of the Z900RS, the new Z900RS SE features a new Brembo brake package and a high-grade Ohlins rear shock to deliver a plusher ride feel and even greater control. The Z900RS SE recalls another of Kawasaki’s iconic old-school Z models with vivid “Yellow Ball” livery that is sure to turn heads and pluck nostalgic heartstrings.
Premium Brembo Front Brake Package
o300 mm Brembo front discs, M4.32 radial-mount monobloc calipers and pads complemented by a smaller-diameter Nissin radial-pump master cylinder and steel-braided lines deliver greater stopping power and offer a linear progression that facilitates precise control.
Ohlins S46 rear shock
Complementing the large-diameter inverted fork, Ohlins rear suspension offers both increased ride comfort and a more planted feel. Gold-coloured fork outer tubes match the Ohlins rear shock and contribute to the eye-catching styling.
POWER
Maximum Power
82.0 kW {111 PS} / 8,500 rpm
Maximum Torque
98.5 Nm {10.0 kgfm} / 6,500 rpm
Engine
4-stroke In-Line Four
Displacement
948 cc
Bore x Stroke
73.4 × 56.0 mm
Compression Ratio
10.8:1
Valve System
DOHC, 16 valves
Fuel System
Fuel injection: o36 mm x 4 with sub-throttles
Ignition
Digital
Starting
Electric
Cooling
Liquid-cooled
Lubrication
Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
6-speed, return
Primary Reduction Ratio
1.627 (83/51)
Gear Ratio: 1st
2.917 (35/12)
Gear Ratio: 2nd
2.059 (35/17)
Gear Ratio: 3rd
1.650 (33/20)
Gear Ratio: 4th
1.409 (31/22)
Gear Ratio: 5th
1.222 (33/27)
Gear Ratio: 6th
0.967 (29/30)
Final Reduction Ratio
2.800 (42/15)
Clutch
Wet multi-disc, manual
Final Drive
Chain
Frame
Trellis, high-tensile steel
Front Suspension
o41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Rear Suspension
Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Front Wheel Travel
120 mm
Rear Wheel Travel
140 mm
Rake
25.0?
Trail
98 mm
Steering Angle (L/R)
35? / 35?
Front Tyre
120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear Tyre
180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Front Brake/s
Dual semi-floating o300 mm discs
Front Caliper/s
Dual radial-mount, monobloc, opposed 4-piston
Rear Brake
o250 mm disc
Rear Caliper
Single-piston
Dimensions (LxWxH)
2,100 × 865 × 1,150 mm
Wheelbase
1,470 mm
Road Clearance
130 mm
Seat Height
835 mm
Curb Mass
214 kg
Fuel Capacity
17 litres
Model Code
ZR900CPFNN