Z900RS Black Ball Edition

Past & Future Meet in the New Z900RS

Inspired by the iconic Z1, the Z900RS reimagines details for a new riding era, such as the vintage-style comfort low seat, analogue dials, and sporty “sound-tuned” megaphone-style silencer, while adding modern craftsmanship in every area.

From electronic cruise control and smartphone connectivity to the IMU-equipped rider support package that includes Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF) and Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), this is an engine tuned for smooth performance at low rpm and greater excitement at higher revs, joining innovations designed to enhance rider comfort and sheer riding pleasure.

This is not just a motorcycle; this is the embodiment of Retro Sport.

Z900RS – Legends never end; they grow, evolve, and endure.

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Ebony

Specifications
Engine

Engine type

Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, in-line four

Compression ratio

11.8:1

Valve system

DOHC, 16 valves

Bore x stroke

73.4 x 56.0 mm

Displacement

948 cm³

Fuel system

Fuel injection: 36 mm x 4

Lubrication

Forced lubrication, wet sump

Starting system

Electric

Ignition system

Digital

 

Performance & Transmission

Maximum power

85.0 kW {116 PS} / 9,300 rpm

Maximum torque

98.0 N•m {10.0 kgf•m} / 7,700 rpm

CO2 emission

117 g/km

Fuel consumption

5.0 l/100km

Transmission

6-speed, return shift

Clutch

Wet, multi disc

Primary reduction ratio

1.627 (83/51)

Gear ratios 1st

2.600 (39/15)

Gear ratios 2nd

1.950 (39/20)

Gear ratios 3rd

1.600 (24/15)

Gear ratios 4th

1.389 (25/18)

Gear ratios 5th

1.217 (28/23)

Gear ratios 6th

1.069 (31/29)

Final drive

Sealed chain

Final reduction ratio

2.867 (43/15)

 

Frame & Dimensions

Frame type

Trellis, high-tensile steel

Trail

98 mm

Wheel travel front

120 mm

Wheel travel rear

140 mm

Tyre, front

120/70 ZR17 M/C (58W)

Tyre, rear

180/55 ZR17 M/C (73W)

L x W x H

2,100 x 865 x 1,150 mm

Steering angle L/R

35° / 35°

Wheel base

1,465 mm

Ground clearance

135 mm

Fuel capacity

17.0 litres

Seat height

835 mm

Curb mass*

216 kg

Estimated dry weight**

197 kg

 

Brakes & Suspension

Front brake type

Dual semi-floating discs

Front brake diameter

Ø 300 mm

Front brake caliper type

Radial-mount, monobloc, opposed 4-piston

Rear brake type

Single disc

Rear brake diameter

Ø 250 mm

Rear brake caliper type

Single-piston

Front suspension type

Inverted fork with compression and rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability

Front suspension diameter

Ø 41 mm

Rear suspension type

Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock, rebound damping, and spring preload adjustability

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