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KAWASAKI Z Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

Generations: 38
First production year: 1972
KAWASAKI Z125 PRO KRT EDITION photo gallery

The KRT inspired color and graphics package offered on select Kawasaki production street models empowers everyday riders with Kawasaki’s long legacy of motorcycle racing at the world championship level. Stand out on the starting line with the Z125 PRO KRT Edition, featuring Lime Green/Ebony bodywork and exclusive styling inspired by Kawasaki’s racing team’s World Superbike involvement.

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KAWASAKI Z125 PRO SE photo gallery

Sharp looks, comfort and convenience highlight this special edition model that’s small in size and big on fun. The Kawasaki Z125 PRO SE is a nimble streetfighter, designed to defy what a lightweight motorcycle can be.

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KAWASAKI Z900RS photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z900 is a standard naked motorcycle produced by Kawasaki in 2017, the successor to the Kawasaki Z800. It is Kawasaki's flagship model of the Z series, besides the Kawasaki ZH2 model.

In 2018, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer released the Kawasaki Z900RS, a motorcycle that combines timeless retro styling, high-quality components, and the muscle power of the legendary Z1 model with modern technology and performance.

Visually, the 2018 Z900RS had standard features, such as a round headlight up front with analog bullet-shaped instruments mounted on top, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a one-piece dual seat, a four-into-one exhaust system with a silencer on the right side, and 20-spoke lightweight wheels.

Other notable features were represented by the authentic style with an iconic teardrop-shaped fuel tank finished in traditional two-tone Z1 colors, bullet-shaped analog dials, a tuned exhaust system, and more.

It is built around a high-tensile steel frame with a 41 mm inverted adjustable telescopic fork on the front, delivering 120 mm of travel, and a horizontally-mounted back-link gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, providing 140 mm of travel.

In the performance department, the 2018 Kawasaki Z900RS had its heartbeat set by a 948cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine managed by a fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 111 hp with a peak force at 8,500 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 7,700 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard motorcycle with streetfighter styling that debuted in 2003 and continued production until the present (2023). The first Z1000 model was introduced in 1977, replacing the 903cc Z1/Z900.

The Z1000 models manufactured from 2003 to 2006 used the same tail section as the 2003 636cc ZX-6R sports bine. In the styling department, the Z1000 was a departure from other naked models of the time.

The bikes manufactured from 2007 until 2009 came with a de-tuned version of the engine used on the ZX-9R and a redesigned exhaust system. The engine delivered less top-end power but a more low-mid rpm range.

In 2010, Kawasaki released a redesigned model with customary styling updates and a slightly larger engine. Also, the bike was marketed as Z1000 ABS, as ABS was a standard feature.

As we were used to a three-year update cycle, the maker released a special edition model alongside the standard version, marking the 40th anniversary of the "Z" model. The special edition version features only aesthetic changes.

In 2018, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000SX, a fully faired motorcycle delivering modern and aggressive styling with sharp edges, excellent comfort, and enhanced touring performance.

The 2018 Kawasaki Z1000SX had its soul brought to life by a 1,043cc four-stroke liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 142 hp at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm (82 lb-ft) torque at 7,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z900 ABS photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z900 is a standard motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki in 2017 as a replacement model for the Kawasaki Z800. Besides the Kawasaki ZH2, the Z900 model was also the flagship model of the Z series.

In 2018, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer released the Kawasaki Z900 ABS, the same motorcycle as the base model but with additional safety equipment in the form of an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS).

The bike has an aggressive styling with standard features, such as a dual headlight unit integrated into a stylish cowl, a two-piece dual seat, a four-into-one exhaust system with a silencer mounted on the right side, and lightweight five-spoke wheels.

The bike has a lightweight high-tensile steel trellis frame with a 41 mm inverted adjustable telescopic fork on the front, providing 120 mm of travel, and a horizontal back-link adjustable shock absorber on the rear with 140 mm of travel.

As for the stopping power, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 300 mm petal-type discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 250 mm petal-type disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, delivering excellent braking performance enhanced by ABS.

At its core, the 2018 Kawasaki Z900 ABS had installed a 948cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, boasting 125 hp at 9,500 rpm and 98 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 7,700 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z650 ABS photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z650 is a naked motorcycle introduced by Kawasaki in 2016 and manufactured in 2017 as a replacement model for the Kawasaki Ninja Z650R. It has been produced until the present (2023).

The bike was developed as a cheaper model than its larger Z900 sibling, which shared the design and some aesthetic components. In 2019, at the EICMA Show, the maker introduced a revised version with a new seat, instruments, and full LED lights instead of the previous halogen units.

In 2017, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z650 ABS, a naked machine that came, as its name says, with additional safety equipment in the form of an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS).

The bike is manufactured around a high-tensile steel trellis frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front, providing 125 mm of travel and a horizontal back-link adjustable shock absorber with 130 mm of travel on the rear.

The braking performance was handled by two 300 mm petal discs coupled to dual-piston calipers on the front wheel and one 220 mm petal disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

As for power, the 2017 Kawasaki Z650 ABS had installed a 649cc four-stroke two-cylinder liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, managed by a fuel injection system, delivering 68 hp at 8,000 rpm and 65 Nm (48 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX Tourer photo gallery

In 2016, alongside the Z1000SX model, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer, a version of the base model with additional touring-oriented accessories that enhanced its long hauls capabilities.

The bike packed standard features, including a redesigned front fairing with a dual headlight system, a full fairing with parts of the engine left in plain sight, a two-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a dual exhaust system with silencers on both sides, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

In addition to its standard features, the motorcycle packed touring-oriented elements, such as a medium-sized windscreen for better wind and debris protection and side-mounted color-matched 28-liter panniers, large enough to fit a full-face helmet.

Suspension-wise, the motorcycle packed a 41 mm upside-down fully adjustable telescopic fork on the front and a horizontal back-link gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent handling capabilities.

The bike's wheels packed two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 250 mm petal disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear, offering excellent braking performance.

In the performance department, the 2016 Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer had its heartbeat set by a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering smooth engine response.

As for the power figures, the bike's engine developed 142 hp with a peak force at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm (82 lb-ft) torque with maximum strength at 7,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000SX photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 2003 until the present (2023). The 2003 model was a completely revamped version of the first Kawasaki Z1000 introduced in 1977.

In 2016, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000SX, a powerful motorcycle with a sporty style, great engine response, and excellent performance. It also packed practical features, such as optional panniers, new electronic rider aids, and upgraded suspensions and brakes.

In the visual department, the 2016 Z1000SX had standard features, such as an aggressive front cowl with two small headlights, a tiny fly screen, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system with a double silencer on each side, and lightweight six-spoke wheels.

The bike was built around a lightweight aluminum twin-tube frame with a 41 mm inverted adjustable telescopic fork on the front and a horizontal back-link gas-charged adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.

In the braking department, the bike's wheels were fitted with two 310 mm semi-floating petal discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 250 mm petal disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear, delivering excellent stopping power.

The 2016 Kawasaki Z1000SX had installed a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering an output power of 142 hp at 10,000 rpm and 111 Nm (82 lb-ft) torque at 7,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z800 Sugomi Edition photo gallery

In 2016, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi Edition, a new middle-weight machine with a knockout punch that takes the Z family forward with styling, personality, and engineering that made Kawasaki famous.

Visually, the bike offers an aggressive appearance complemented by sharp standard features, such as a dual headlight unit integrated into a stylish cowl, a two-piece double seat, a four-into-one exhaust system, and lightweight six-spoke wheels.

The bike is built around a backbone tubular high-tensile steel frame with a 41 mm adjustable upside-down telescopic fork on the front and a bottom-link Uni-Track adjustable shock absorber on the rear, providing excellent suspension performance and handling capabilities.

As for the braking power, the bike's wheels were fitted with two semi-floating 310 mm petal discs on the front coupled to four-piston calipers and a 250 mm petal disc on the rear tied to a single-piston caliper, offering excellent stopping performance.

In the performance department, the 2016 Kawasaki Z800 Sugomi Edition had its heartbeat set by an 806cc four-stroke, four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine managed by a fuel injection system. As for the power figures, the engine delivered 113 hp with maximum strength at 10,200 rpm and 83 Nm (61 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was transferred to a six-speed transmission with a wet multi-plate manual clutch that spun the rear wheel via a final chain drive.

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KAWASAKI Z300 Performance photo gallery

In 2016, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z300 Performance, a motorcycle based on the Z300 that shared its engine and came with an optional Anti-Lock Braking System.

The Kawasaki Z300 was a standard presented at the 2014 Milan Motorcycle Show as a motorcycle part of the Z series for the 2015 model year. The motorcycle was manufactured by Kawasaki from 2015 until 2018 when it was replaced by the Kawasaki Z400.

It was available in Asia, Australia, Europe, and South America and was designed and marketed as a streetfighter version of the Kawasaki Ninja 300. In addition, the bike was made under the ER300 code name.

The 2016 Z300 Performance had standard features, such as a small front cowl, a semi-full fairing with parts of the engine left in plain sight, a two-piece dual seat, a single exhaust system with a muffler mounted on the right side, and lightweight wheels.

The bike's skeleton was a tube diamond steel chassis with a 37 mm telescopic fork on the front and a bottom-link uni-trak gas-charged preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear, handling the bike's suspensions.

The 2016 Kawasaki Z300 Performance had its heartbeat set by a 296cc four-stroke liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine fed by an electronically controlled fuel injection system, boasting 39 hp with a peak force at 11,000 rpm and 27 Nm (20 lb-ft) torque at 10,000 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z300 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z300 was a standard motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 2015 until 2018, when it was replaced by the Kawasaki Z400. The bike was introduced at the 2014 Milan Motorcycle Show as a motorcycle part of the Z series for the 2015 model year.

The bike was manufactured under the ER300 code name and was sold in Asia, Australia, Europe, and South America. In addition, it was designed and marketed as a streetfighter version of the Kawasaki Ninja 300.

In the visual department, the bike packed standard features, such as a small front cowl, a semi-full fairing with parts of the engine left in plain sight, a two-piece dual seat, a single exhaust system with a silencer mounted on the right side, and lightweight wheels.

The bike was built around a semi-double cradle high tensile steel frame with a 37 mm telescopic fork on the front and a bottom-link uni-trak gas-charged five-way preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear, providing excellent suspension performance and handling.

The braking power was achieved by a 290 mm petal disc coupled to a dual-piston caliper on the front wheel and a 220 mm disc tied to a two-piston caliper on the rear wheel, delivering excellent stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2016 Kawasaki Z300 had its soul brought to life by a 296cc four-stroke parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system in charge, delivering 39 hp at 11,000 rpm and 27 Nm (20 lb-ft) torque at 10,000 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z125 PRO photo gallery

Small in size. Big on fun. The all-new Kawasaki Z125 PRO is a nimble streetfighter that’s designed to defy what a lightweight motorcycle can be. This easy to ride bike delivers the freedom and excitement of motorcycling for new and experienced riders alike. With radical Kawasaki “Z” styling, the Z125 PRO is your invitation to the rebellious side of fun.

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KAWASAKI Z800 e photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z800 was a naked motorcycle part of the Z series in Kawasaki's range that debuted in 2013, replacing the Kawasaki Z750, and continued production until 2016, when it was replaced by the Kawasaki Z900.

In 2013, alongside the base model, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z800 e, a European version of the standard model that retained all its nifty features. It was also available in a de-tuned version to comply with the A2 license regulations.

The bike featured an aggressive design and standard features, such as a dual headlight unit integrated into a stylish front cowl, a two-piece dual seat, a four-into-one exhaust system with a silencer mounted on the right side, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

The 2013 machine packed an aggressive look complemented by several color schemes. It was available in Pearl Stardust White with Metallic Spark Black, Pearl Blazing Orange with Metallic Spark Black, and Flat Ebony with Metallic Spark Black.

The bike was built around a backbone tubular high-tensile steel frame with a 41 mm adjustable inverted fork on the front end and a bottom-link Uni-Trak adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.

As for performance, the 2013 Kawasaki Z800 e had installed an 806cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering an output power of 95 hp with maximum peak force at 9,500 rpm and 76 Nm (56 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z800 photo gallery

In 2012, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer introduced the Kawasaki Z800, which replaced the Kawasaki Z750. It was released into the market in 2013 and continued production until 2016, when it was replaced by the Kawasaki Z900.

The 2013 Z800 model packed several improvements, including a larger bore and visual modifications, compared to its predecessor. The bike was launched as a competitor to the Yamaha FZ8.

The bike featured a more modern styling than its predecessor, with sharper lines and standard features, like a single headlight unit, small side panels, a two-piece dual seat, a four-into-one exhaust system with a silencer mounted on the right side, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

The bike was built around the same backbone tubular steel trellis frame as its predecessor, packing a 41 mm adjustable inverted telescopic fork on the front and a bottom link Uni-Trak adjustable shock absorber on the rear, acting as suspension.

The braking power was handled by two semi-floating 310 mm petal discs with four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc tied to a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

As for performance, the 2013 Kawasaki Z800 had installed an 806cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering 113 hp at 10,200 rpm and 83 Nm (61 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z750 photo gallery

In 2012, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z750, a sports machine with the same package as the previous model without any significant modifications or improvements.

Compared to the Kawasaki Z1000, born in 2003, the smaller Z750 model was an economy model with a sleeved-down version of the Kawasaki Z1000 engine, a conventional exhaust system, and a cheaper front suspension.

The 2012 model had standard features, such as six-spoke lightweight wheels, a single exhaust system with a silencer mounted on the right side, a two-piece dual seat, a single headlight unit integrated into a small cowl, and a blacked-out engine.

In the performance department, the bike 2012 Kawasaki Z750 packed the same 748cc four-stroke liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine as previous models, delivering 106 hp with maximum strength at 10,500 rpm and 79 Nm (58 lb-ft) torque at 8,300 rpm.

The engine was coupled to a six-speed transmission with a wet multi-plate manual clutch that sent the power to the rear wheel through a chain drive, pushing the Z750 to a top speed of 233 kph (145 mph).

From top speed to a complete halt, the bike relied on two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs on the front engaged by dual-piston calipers and a 250 mm disc on the rear tied to a single-piston caliper.

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KAWASAKI Z750 Limited Edition photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z750 was a multi-class motorcycle built by Kawasaki between 2004 and 2012 as a smaller version of the Kawasaki Z1000. After the Z1000, the manufacturer launched the Z750 in 2004 as an economy motorcycle.

In 2012, which was the last production year for the Kawasaki Z750, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched a special edition machine under the Kawasaki Z750 Limited Edition designation.

The limited edition motorcycle was delivered in a special color not found on the base model, with color-matching elements, providing a darkened appearance and a sober look.

Visually, the 2012 limited edition model had the same technical and performance specifications as the 2012 base model, with standard features, such as a color-matched front cowl, fuel tank, side panels, fenders, and belly pan.

In addition to its darkened components, the bike also featured blacked-out components, such as seats, engine, fork sliders, handlebar, exhaust, and wheels.

Suspension-wise, the bike packed a 41 mm adjustable inverted telescopic fork on the front and a bottom-link Uni-Trak seven-way adjustable shock absorber on the rear, providing excellent suspension performance and handling.

The 2012 Kawasaki Z750 Limited Edition had installed a748cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 106 hp with a peak force at 10,500 rpm and 79 Nm (58 lb-ft) torque at 8,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z750R photo gallery

In 2011, alongside the base Z750 model, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z750R, a naked motorcycle that resembled the 2007 to 2012 Z750 models. The bike was revised and came along with several modifications and upgrades.

The 2011 machine featured a sportier look than the standard model and was fitted with a new braking and exhaust system. In addition, the bike's engine remained unchanged, delivering the same performance as the base model.

Other improvements included a newly revised chassis, a fully adjustable front fork, a revised rear shock absorber, a new aluminum swingarm, radial front brakes with braided lines, and Anti-Lock Braking System as an option.

Also, the bike featured several styling upgrades, including a revised front cowl, indicator, footpegs, instruments, and handlebar ends, and ergonomics. In addition, the bike was painted in limited edition colors.

The bike's tubular backbone high-tensile steel frame was fitted with a 41 mm fully adjustable inverted telescopic fork on the front and a bottom-link Uni-Trak shock absorber on the rear, handling the suspension.

In the performance department, the 2011 Kawasaki Z750R featured the same 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine as the base model. As for the power figures, the engine delivered 106 hp with a peak force at 10,500 rpm and 79 Nm (58 lb-ft) torque at 8,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z750 photo gallery

In 2010, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z750, a naked motorcycle packing the same technical, visual, and performance specifications as the previous model without significant modifications, except for color changes.

The Kawasaki Z750 was a sports, adventure, or cruiser motorcycle made by Kawasaki from 2004 to 2012. The bike took its power from a 750cc four-cylinder engine and was the smaller version of the Kawasaki Z1000.

Compared to the Kawasaki Z1000, born in 2003, the smaller Z750 model was an economy model with a sleeved-down version of the Kawasaki Z1000 engine, a conventional exhaust system, and a cheaper front suspension.

The bike was built around a tubular backbone high-tensile steel frame, wearing a 41 mm adjustable telescopic fork on the front with 120 mm of travel and a four-way rebound and seven-way preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear providing 124 mm of travel.

The braking system comprised two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs with dual-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 250 mm petal disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

The 2010 Kawasaki Z750 had installed a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 106 hp with a peak force at 10,500 rpm and 79 Nm (58 lb-ft) torque at 8,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z 1000 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard motorcycle with streetfighter styling that debuted in 2003. the first Z1000 model was introduced in 1977, superseding the previous 903cc Z1/Z900.

In 2010, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1000, a standard machine that came in a redesigned package with a larger engine and customary styling updates.

In addition, the 2010 motorcycle was marketed as Z1000 ABS, a feature that came as standard.

In the visual department, the motorcycle packed standard features, like an upper faring and a lower one, a single headlight, a small wind deflector, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system with mufflers on each side, and five-spoke lightweight wheels.

The bike's wheels were fitted with two 300 mm petal discs coupled to four-piston calipers on the front and a 250 mm petal disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear, offering excellent stopping power.

Suspension-wise, the bike was built around an aluminum backbone frame with a 41 mm inverted cartridge-type adjustable fork on the front and a horizontally mounted adjustable shock absorber on the rear, offering excellent suspension performance and handling.

The 2010 Kawasaki Z1000 had its soul brought to life by a 1,043cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with a fuel injection system feeding the pistons, boasting 138 hp at 9,600 rpm and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) torque at 7,800 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z750 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z750 was a sports, adventure, or cruiser motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 2004 to 2012. The bike was powered by a 750cc four-cylinder engine and was the smaller version of the Kawasaki Z1000.

Compared to its larger brother, born in 2003, the Z750 model was an economy model packing a sleeved-down version of the Kawasaki Z1000 engine, a conventional exhaust system, and a cheaper front suspension.

In 2007, the maker introduced revised versions of the Z750 and Z1000 models, including several style modifications and mechanical changes. In 2011, the Z750R was introduced alongside the standard model, packing upgraded suspensions, brakes, and style improvements.

In 2009, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z750. The naked motorcycle packed standard features, such as a single headlight integrated into a small cowl, a two-piece dual seat, a four-into-one exhaust system with the silencer mounted on the right side, and lightweight six-spoke wheels.

The bike's skeleton was a tubular backbone high-tensile steel frame with a 41 mm adjustable telescopic fork on the front, delivering 120 mm of travel, and a four-way rebound and seven-way preload-adjustable shock absorber on the rear, providing 124 mm of travel.

As for the power figures, the 2009 Kawasaki Z750 had its heartbeat set by a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, delivering 106 hp at 10,500 rpm and 79 Nm (58 lb-ft) torque at 8,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a standard motorcycle with a streetfighter style manufactured by Kawasaki between 2003 and 2016. The bike was first introduced in 1977 as a successor to the Kawasaki Z1/Z900.

In 2007, the Japanese motorcycle maker introduced the Kawasaki Z1000, an updated version of the previous Z1000 model, packing a de-tuned version of the engine used on the Kawasaki ZX-9R. Along with the restyling of the exhaust system, this de-tuned engine delivered less power than the ZX-9R but more low-mid rpm range.

In the visual department, the bike had standard features, such as a half fairing with integrated turn signals, a single headlight unit, a small wind deflector, a two-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system with a double silencer on each side, and three-spoke lightweight wheels.

The bike was built around a tubular backbone high-tensile steel frame with an adjustable 41 mm cartridge-type fork on the front and a Uni-Trak adjustable shock on the rear, delivering excellent suspension performance and handling capabilities.

As for the stopping power, the bike relied on two 300 mm discs engaged by four-piston calipers on the front wheels and a 292 mm disc tied to a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering excellent braking performance.

In the performance department, the 2007 Kawasaki Z1000 had installed a 953cc four-stroke liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine that delivered an output power of 125 hp at 10,000 rpm and 99 Nm (73 lb-ft) torque at 8,200 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z750 photo gallery

In 2008, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z750. This multi-class motorcycle came in the same package as the previous model without any significant modifications or improvements except for color alterations.

Before the 2008 model year, the last revision was in 2007, when the bike received several stylistic and mechanical changes, including a bikini fairing, a revised engine with less vibrations, more low-end torque, an inverted front fork, and petal brake discs, both front and rear.

The Kawasaki Z750 was a multi-class motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 2004 and 2012 as a smaller version of the Kawasaki Z1000. After the Z1000 model was released in 2003, the manufacturer launched the Z750 model in 2004 as an economy motorcycle.

It was built around a tubular backbone high-tensile steel frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front, providing 120 mm of travel and a bottom link Uni-Track adjustable shock absorber on the rear, handling the bike's suspension.

Two 300 mm semi-floating petal discs mounted on the front wheel coupled to dual-piston calipers and a 250 mm disc with a single-piston caliper mounted on the rear wheel achieved the braking power.

As for the power figures, the 2008 Kawasaki Z750 had its soul brought to life by a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 106 hp at 10,500 rpm and 79 Nm (58 lb-ft) torque at 8,300 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z750 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z750 was a multi-class motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki between 2004 and 2012 as a smaller version of the Kawasaki Z1000. After the Z1000, the manufacturer launched the Z750 in 2004 as an economy motorcycle.

The bike was powered by a sleeved-down version of the Z1000'e engine and was fitted with a cheaper front fork and a conventional exhaust system. It was considered a modern version of the Kawasaki Z750RS Z2.

In 2007, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z750, an updated version with several stylistic and mechanical changes. It came with a bikini fairing, a revised engine with less vibrations and more low-end torque, an inverted front fork, and petal brake discs both front and rear.

Visually, the bike packed standard features, such as a single headlight integrated into a small cowl, a two-piece dual seat, a single exhaust system with a silencer mounted on the right side, and six-spoke lightweight wheels.

Underneath its fuel tank, the 2007 Kawasaki Z750 had installed a 748cc four-stroke liquid-cooled four-cylinder engine managed by a fuel injection system, boasting 106 hp with maximum strength at 10,500 rpm and 77 Nm (57 lb-ft) torque at 9,300 rpm.

All the power produced by the engine was diverted to the rear wheel via a six-speed gearbox with a wet multi-plate manual clutch, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 233 kph (145 mph).

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KAWASAKI Z750 S photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z750 was a sports, adventure, or cruiser motorcycle produced by Kawasaki between 2004 and 2012. The bike was powered by a 750cc four-cylinder engine and was the smaller version of the Kawasaki Z1000.

In 2005, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z750 S, a touring version of the standard model that packed several differences and was more oriented towards longer hauls.

Compared to the base model, the touring version packed a lower one-piece dual seat with passenger grab rails, a half-fairing for better wind protection, an analog instrument cluster borrowed from the ZX-R model, and ZX10-styled brake lights.

It was manufactured around a diamond-shaped high-tensile steel frame, offering mounting points for a 41 mm fork on the front with 120 mm wheel travel and a bottom-link Uni-Trak adjustable shock absorber on the rear, which acted as suspension.

The braking performance was handled by two 300 mm discs with dual-piston calipers mounted on the front wheel and a 220 mm brake disc with a single-piston caliper mounted on the rear wheel.

As for power, the 2005 Kawasaki Z750 S had its soul brought to life by a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine managed by a fuel injection system. As for the power figures, the engine delivered 110 hp with maximum strength at 11,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 8,200 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z750 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z750 was a standard motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 2004 until 2012, when it was replaced by the Kawasaki Z800. The Z750 was a smaller version of the Kawasaki Z1000.

The Kawasaki Z750 was considered a middle-weight motorcycle intended to compete against the Honda Hornet, Yamaha FZ6 Fazer, and Suzuki SV650, but with more power from the larger displacement engine.

In 2004, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z750, a standard machine with a naked body considered a modern take on the Kawasaki Z750RS Z2.

The bike had standard features, such as a small front cowl with an integrated headlight, a two-piece dual seat, a four-into-one exhaust system with a silencer on the right side, and lightweight six-spoke aluminum wheels.

The bike was built around a lightweight aluminum frame with a 41 mm telescopic fork on the front, offering 120 mm of travel, and a bottom-link uni-trak adjustable shock absorber on the rear, delivering 124 mm wheel travel.

The braking power was handled by two 300 mm discs coupled to dual-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 220 mm disc with a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering optimum stopping power.

As for the power figures, the 2004 Kawasaki Z750 had its soul brought to life by a 748cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine fed by a fuel injection system, delivering an output power of 110 hp at 11,000 rpm and 75 Nm (55 lb-ft) torque at 8,200 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1000 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1000 was a four-cylinder machine with a streetfighter or standard design, introduced in 2003 after 30 years of manufacturing the Z1000. The 2003 machine was remodeled and powered by a Kawasaki ZX-9R modified engine.

The bike's engine was bored-out and offered a more significant displacement, with more low rpm torque and a slight decrease in hp, losing only four hp, compared to the original ZX9. In 2004, the maker released the Z750, a smaller brother of the Z1000, while in 2007, a new Z1000 was released.

The 2003 Z1000 used the same tail section as the 2003 ZX6R and packed a four-into-two-into-four exhaust system. Also, the bike packed a backbone frame with the engine used as a stressed member and removable engine mounts for easy access.

The steel backbone frame housed a 953cc four-stroke four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that delivered an output power of 127 hp with a peak force at 10,000 rpm and 96 Nm (71 lb-ft) torque at 8,000 rpm.

The engine power was sent to a six-speed manual transmission, linked to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the bike to 138 kph (148 mph).

The bike's handling was operated by a 41 mm rebound and spring preload-adjustable cartridge-type fork on the front and a rebound and spring preload-adjustable Uni-Trak shock absorber on the rear.

As for stopping power, the 2003 Kawasaki Z1000 was fitted with two 300 mm discs and four-piston calipers on the front wheel and a 292 mm disc with a dual-piston caliper on the rear wheel.

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KAWASAKI ZG 1200 Voyager photo gallery

Manufactured between 1986 and 2003, the ZG 1200 Voyager is a touring motorcycle equipped with many attractive features including an electronic starter system with vacuum advance and a 6 speed gearbox.

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KAWASAKI ZG1300 Voyager photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1300 was a standard motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 1979 to 1989. The bike featured a considerable displacement from a water-cooled straight-six engine.

During its production time, the motorcycle featured a few modifications that included a new fuel injection system that replaced the old carburetors, and the suspension was upgraded to an air system both front and rear. The fuel injection system was changed to improve fuel consumption, but the bike also received a power and torque increase.

The bike was manufactured in several versions, including the Z1300, KZ1300, ZG1300, and ZN1300. The bike was delivered in the United States market with a windscreen, panniers, and a redesigned frame. All additional features came under the Voyager designation.

In 1984, Kawasaki launched the ZG1300 Voyager, a touring-oriented machine loaded with long-distance accessories, such as a windscreen for better protection, a low seat, and side-mounted panniers with a top-mounted case for extra storage.

In the power department, the 1984 Kawasaki ZG1300 Voyager packed a 1,286cc six-cylinder liquid-cooled engine with 130 hp on tap at 8,000 rpm and 115 Nm (85 lb-ft) torque with a maximum peak force at 7,500 rpm.

The bike's riding style was handled by a 41 mm air-assisted telescopic fork on the front with 140 mm wheel travel and side-mounted adjustable shock absorbers on the rear with 110 mm wheel travel.

The braking power was achieved by two 260 mm discs on the front squeezed by dual-piston calipers and a 250 mm disc engaged by a single-piston caliper on the rear wheel, offering optimum stopping power.

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KAWASAKI Z 1000R Eddie Lawson Rep photo gallery

Manufactured in a small number of units, the Z 1000R Eddie Lawson Rep has an air cooled, 998cc engine, 101 HP released at 8500rpm and a torque of 91 Nm at 7000rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z 1100 photo gallery

This model was manufactured from 1980 till 1985. All three versions, "GT", "S" and "ST", had the power of 109HP at 8500rpm. The Z 1100 has a powerful 1100cc engine that produces power from the funnel of several engine fuels larger cylinders. The engine breathes through ports 2 mm larger than before, intake valves of 1 mm larger and larger exhaust Valves 2mm Larger. Mikuni 34 mm constant speed carburetors measure the fuel-air mixture on the cylinders with a compression ratio greater than 0.2.

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KAWASAKI Z1300 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1300 was a standard motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 1979 to 1989. The bike was powered by a huge displacement engine with a straight-six-cylinder configuration.

It was manufactured in several versions: Z1300, ZG1300, KZ1300, and ZN1300. It was the Z series's largest model, which began with the Z1 (900) in 1972. Over its production period, the bike had a few problems with the oil, but these were quickly resolved by the manufacturer.

In 1979, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer launched the Kawasaki Z1300, a large-displacement motorcycle packed with standard features, such as a rectangular headlight up front, a one-piece dual seat with a passenger grab rail, a dual exhaust system with a muffler on each side, side-mounted rear shocks, and seven-spoke lightweight aluminum wheels.

The motorcycle was built around a double-cradle steel frame with a telescopic fork on the front that provided 200 mm of travel and dual preload-adjustable shocks on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance and handling.

Two 260 mm discs on the front wheel tied to dual-piston calipers and a 250 mm disc on the rear wheel coupled to a single-piston caliper achieved the braking power.

As for the power figures, the 1978 Kawasaki Z1300 had installed a 1,286cc four-stroke liquid-cooled six-cylinder engine underneath its fuel tank, delivering 120 hp at 8,000 rpm and 117 Nm (86 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z 200 photo gallery

Kawasaki produced the Z200 naked bike for only two years, between 1977 and 1979, the company installing a 198ccm engine, 1 cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder. Thanks to this engine, the motorcycle is able to reach a top speed of 121 km/h.

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KAWASAKI Z1R photo gallery

Manufactured for approximately one year, between 1977 and 1978, Kawasaki limited the production of the Z1R motorcycle to only 500 unites.

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KAWASAKI Z650 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z650, also known as the KZ650 in North America, was a standard motorcycle manufactured by Kawasaki from 1976 to 1983. It was powered by a four-cylinder DOHC air-cooled engine with two valves per cylinder mated to a five-speed gearbox.

The bike was designed as a middleweight version of the Kawasaki Z900 with a similar style. It was the epitome of the Universal Japanese Motorcycle (UJM) and competed in the market with the SOHC Honda CB650 model.

Ben Inamura, the Z650's project leader, designed the bike's engine. In addition, over its seven-year production period, the bike received several modifications and improvements.

In 1976, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer introduced the Kawasaki Z650, a middleweight standard motorcycle fitted with standard features, like a round headlight with instruments mounted on top, a one-piece dual seat, a dual exhaust system with a silencer on each side, and lightweight wire-spoke wheels.

In the performance department, the 1976 Kawasaki Z650 benefited from a 652cc four-stroke air-cooled four-cylinder engine that delivered an output power of 66 hp at 8,500 rpm and 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

A five-speed manual transmission took the power from the engine and sent it to the rear end via a final chain drive, pushing the machine to a top speed of 186 kph (116 mph).

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KAWASAKI Z 750 L photo gallery

Equipped with an air cooled, four stroke, transverse four cylinder, DOHC, 2 valves per cylinder engine, the Z 750 L is a motorcycle which could run with a top speed of 130 mp/h.

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KAWASAKI Z 900 photo gallery

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.

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KAWASAKI Z400 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z400, also known as the KZ400, was a street motorcycle manufactured by the Japanese maker from 1974 to 1984. For the Z440 version, the maker increased the twin-cylinder engine displacement to 443cc, while for the later KZ400-J, they introduced a new 399cc four-cylinder unit.

The first Kawasaki Z400 featured a 398cc twin-cylinder engine and was manufactured for 10 years from 1974 to 1984. The engine was fitted with twin-balancer shafts for fewer vibrations, one in front and one to the rear of the crankshaft, both rotating in the opposite direction than the crankshaft.

In the appearance department, the 1974 Kawasaki Z400 packed a round headlight with a color-matched housing, a stylish fuel tank with pinstripes and a Kawasaki logo, a single-piece dual seat with a passenger grab rail, a color-matched air filter cover with the Z400 designation on it, and wire-spoke wheels.

The bike's suspension was handled by a telescopic fork on the front and dual side-mounted shock absorbers on the rear. The braking performance was achieved by a 226 mm disc on the front wheel and a 180 mm drum unit on the end.

As for the power, the 1974 Kawasaki Z400 was fitted with a 398cc four-stroke twin-cylinder air-cooled engine, boasting 36 hp on tap at 8,500 rpm and 33 Nm (24 lb-ft) torque at 7,500 rpm.

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KAWASAKI Z1 photo gallery

The Kawasaki Z1 was a standard motorcycle manufactured by the Japanese maker in 1972. the bike was powered by a four-cylinder air-cooled DOHC engine. The bike helped popularize the in-line, across-the-frame layout of the four-cylinder engine, which soon was known as the Universal Japanese Motorcycle (UJM).

The Kawasaki ZI was the first large-displacement four-cylinder Japanese motorcycle that used the DOHC system on a production machine.

The bike remained unchanged until 1975 when the maker introduced a new 903cc engine with more power. In addition, the 1975 motorcycle received an improved suspension system, a stiffer frame, dropped the automatic chain oiler, revised styling, and an improved braking system.

The bike was built on a double cradle tubular steel frame with a 36 mm telescopic fork handling the front. The rear end was operated by two shock absorbers with five-way preload adjustability.

The braking performance was achieved by a dual-piston caliper with a 296 mm disc on the front wheel and a 200 mm drum braking unit mounted on the rear wheel, delivering optimum braking performance.

As for power, the 1972 Kawasaki Z1 used a 903cc four-stroke four-cylinder air-cooled engine fed by four Mikuni carburetors, delivering an output power of 82 hp with a peak at 8,500 rpm and 73 Nm (54 lb-ft) torque at 7,000 rpm.

The power was handled by a five-speed transmission and delivered to the rear wheel through a final chain drive, pushing the bike to 217 kph (135 mph).

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