KAWASAKI ZR-X 400 II (1995-2003) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Kawasaki ZR-X 400 was a naked motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki in 1988, being the most popular among sports bikes. The bike swept across the European countries and Japan and was discontinued in 2003.

In 1995, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki ZR-X 400 II, a motorcycle produced for approximately eight years from 1995 to 2003. Compared to the first series, the Kawasaki ZR-X 400 II delivered more power and the same amount of torque.

In the visual department, the 1995 ZR-X 400 II was identical to the ZR-X 400, except for the dropped front cowl for the 400 II model and the rectangular headlight swithced to a round one. Besides that, the bike packed the same standard features, such as a one-piece dual seat, a four-into-one exhaust system, and three-spoke alloy wheels.

In the suspension department, the bike packed the same system as the other model, with a 39 mm RWU telescopic fork on the front and dual side-mounted shock absorbers with preload adjustment on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance and handling capabilities.

Also, the braking system was carried on, with two 298 mm discs tied to six-piston calipers on the front and a 240 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear, delivering excellent stopping power.

In the performance department, the 1995 Kawasaki ZR-X 400 II had its soul brought to life by a 399cc four-stroke liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine that delivered 62 hp at 11,500 rpm and 37 Nm (27 lb-ft) torque at 9,000 rpm.