Stainless Steel
Double-walled headers, integrated connections and short megaphone silencer—all treated to a buffed finish highlight the Z900RS motorcycle’s retro-sport image.
Reigniting the classic style of the original Z1 900 motorcycle, the Kawasaki Z900RS motorcycle calls upon timeless design elements with minimal bodywork and no fairing for a pure retro-style look. The Z900RS family is powered by a 948cc engine and modern technology for a classic yet modern ride.
The Z900RS motorcycle is the ultimate retro-sport Z that offers modern running gear and classic styling.
Double-walled headers, integrated connections and short megaphone silencer—all treated to a buffed finish highlight the Z900RS motorcycle’s retro-sport image.
A round LED headlight and oval surface-emitting LED taillight pay homage to the original Z1 motorcycle with a blend of retro and modern designs.
The high-tech multi-function LCD screen nestles between bullet-shape analogue dials, creating a balance of retro style and modern functionality.
A classic look with machining on the spokes and rim plus high-quality paint demonstrates superb craftsmanship.
The combination of a lightweight trellis frame and powerful engine allows the Z900RS motorcycle to achieve a superb balance of power and handling.
The powerful inline four delivers strong acceleration and silky-smooth performance for cruising at higher rpm.
Tuned to deliver a satisfying rumble during engine start and idling.
Seat is well cushioned and comfortable for extended highway cruising and enhanced road bump absorption.
Retro design meets modern technology and performance for superb riding comfort around town and on the highway.
The modern lightweight trellis frame provides strength to harness the inline 4-cylinder power and balanced flex to achieve responsive and agile handling.
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 maneuvering.
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.
A fully adjustable 41mm inverted front fork and a horizontal back-link rear suspension offer progressive damping that delivers both ride comfort and sporty performance.
82.0 kW {111 PS} / 8,500 rpm
98.5 N.m {10.0 kgf.m} / 6,500 rpm
4-stroke In-Line Four
949 cm3
73.4 × 56.0 mm
10.8:1
DOHC, 16 valves
Fuel injection (o36 × 4)
Digital
Electric
Liquid-cooled
Forced lubrication, wet sump
6-speed, return
1.627 (83/51)
2.917 (35/12)
2.059 (35/17)
1.650 (33/20)
1.409 (31/22)
1.222 (33/27)
0.967 (29/30)
0.967 (29/30)
Wet multi-disc, manual
Chain
Telescopic fork (Upside-down)
Horizontal Back-link SWG. ARM
120mm
140mm
25.0?
98mm
35? / 35?
120/70ZR17 M/C (58W)
180/55ZR17 M/C (73W)
Dual semi-floating o300 mm petal discs
opposed 4-piston calipers
Single 250 mm petal disc
Single-piston
2100 × 865 × 1150mm
2100
865
1150
1470
130
835
214 kg
17L