The Z900’s engine and chassis are extremely well matched, making it an excellent all-rounder, able to cater to wide range of riders. Its rider-friendly character (further enhanced with the addition of traction control) is complemented by agile handling and a responsive throttle. As before, the Z900 will happily accommodate city riding, but as a machine designed to deliver maximum riding impact, it is most at home carving corners in the hills.
New Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres contribute to the Z900’s superb handling character.
Design of the area around the headlamp contributes to a sharper, more compact image. Its lines are less forward-leaning than before, but the sharper edges emphasise the design of the new headlamp.
Kawasaki's advanced traction control system provides both enhanced sport riding performance and the peace of mind to negotiate low-traction surfaces with confidence. Three rider-selectable modes offer progressively greater levels of intrusion to suit the riding situation and rider preference.
All-inclusive modes that link KTRC and Power Mode allow riders to easily set traction control and power delivery to suit a given riding situation.
A choice of Full Power or Low Power modes allows riders to set power delivery to suit preference and conditions. Low Power mode limits output to approximately 55% of Full Power. (The reduced power, which varies according to engine speed (rpm) and throttle position, offers enhanced manageability.)
The new 4.3” all-digital TFT colour instrumentation gives the cockpit a high-tech, high-grade appearance. The new meter also offers additional features unavailable on the previous model.
New Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres contribute to the Z900’s superb handling character.
Design of the area around the headlamp contributes to a sharper, more compact image. Its lines are less forward-leaning than before, but the sharper edges emphasise the design of the new headlamp.
Kawasaki's advanced traction control system provides both enhanced sport riding performance and the peace of mind to negotiate low-traction surfaces with confidence. Three rider-selectable modes offer progressively greater levels of intrusion to suit the riding situation and rider preference.
All-inclusive modes that link KTRC and Power Mode allow riders to easily set traction control and power delivery to suit a given riding situation.
A choice of Full Power or Low Power modes allows riders to set power delivery to suit preference and conditions. Low Power mode limits output to approximately 55% of Full Power. (The reduced power, which varies according to engine speed (rpm) and throttle position, offers enhanced manageability.)
The new 4.3” all-digital TFT colour instrumentation gives the cockpit a high-tech, high-grade appearance. The new meter also offers additional features unavailable on the previous model.
| DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Overall length | 2,130 mm |
| Overall width | 825 mm |
| Overall height | 1,080 mm (1,155 mm SP model) |
| Wheelbase | 1,455 mm |
| Road clearance | 145 mm |
| Seat height | 800 mm |
| Curb mass | 212 kg (215 kg SP model) |
| Dry mass | - |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17 litres |
| PERFORMANCE | |
|---|---|
| Max. power | 92.2 kW {125 PS} / 9,500 min-1 |
| Max. Power with Ram Air | - |
| Max. torque | 98.6 N·m {10.1 kgƒ·m} / 7,700 min-1 |
| ENGINE | |
|---|---|
| Type / Valve system | 4-stroke In-Line Four |
| Coolant System | Liquid-cooled, |
| Bore x Stroke | 73.4 x 56.0 mm |
| Displacement | 948 cc |
| Compression ratio | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel supply | Fuel injection: ø36 mm x 4 with sub-throttles |
| Lubrication system | Forced Lub. Wet |
| Starting system | EL. Starter |
| Ignition system | Digital |
| DRIVETRAIN | |
|---|---|
| Driving system | Chain |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return |
| Primary reduction ratio | 1.627 (83/51) |
| 1st Gear ratios | 2.692 (35/13) |
| 2st Gear ratios | 2.059 (35/17) |
| 3st Gear ratios | 1.650 (33/20) |
| 4st Gear ratios | 1.409 (31/22) |
| 5st Gear ratios | 1.222 (33/27) |
| 6st Gear ratios | 1.034 (30/29) |
| Final reduction ratio | 2.933 (44/15) |
| Clutch type (Primary) | Wet, multi-disc |
| FRAME | |
|---|---|
| Type | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
| Front Suspension | ø41 mm inverted fork with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability |
| Rear Suspension | Horizontal Back-link with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability |
| Front Wheel travel | 120 mm |
| Rear Wheel travel | 140 mm |
| Caster (Rake angle) | 24.9° |
| Trail | 110 mm |
| Steering angle (left/right) | 33° / 33° |
| Front Tyre | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear Tyre | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) |
| Front Type Brake | Dual semi-floating ø300 mm petal discs |
| Caliper (Front) | Caliper- Dual opposed 4-piston |
| Rear Type Brake | Single ø250 mm petal disc |
| Caliper (Rear) | Caliper- Single-piston |
