Reigniting the classic style of the original Z1 900 supernaked, the Kawasaki Z900RS family calls upon timeless design elements with minimal bodywork for a pure retro-style look. The Z900RS family combines traditional Z1 styling with modern elements such as Kawasaki's latest electronic rider support technology, suspension, LED lighting and digital instrumentation for a pure retro yet modern ride.

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.

Modern & Bright

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.

High-grade & Vintage

The high-tech multi-function LCD screen nestles between bullet-shape analog dials, creating a balance of retro style and modern functionality.

Classic Spoke Style

A classic look with machining on the spokes and rim plus high-quality paint demonstrates superb craftsmanship.

Smooth & Powerful

The powerful in-line 4-cylinder engine delivers strong acceleration and silky-smooth performance for cruising at higher rpm.

Tuned Exhaust Note

Tuned to deliver a satisfying rumble during engine start and idling.

Comfortable for Long Rides

Seat is well cushioned and comfortable for extended highway cruising and enhanced road bump absorption.

Strength & Flexibility

The modern lightweight trellis frame provides strength to harness the in-line 4-cylinder power and balanced flex to achieve responsive and agile handling.

Comfortable & Responsive

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.

Reliable & Modern

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.

Easy Riding

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.

Advanced Öhlins Components

An Öhlins S46 rear shock features an aluminum body with single-tube construction, large 46mm piston and internal air and gas chambers separated by a floating piston, resulting in a superior sense of grip and handling. Retuned front fork settings and a gold-colored fork outer tubes complement the Öhlins rear suspension to complete the package.

Premium Brembo Brakes

An upgraded front brake package with Brembo components featuring M4.32 radial-mount monobloc

calipers deliver stronger stopping power and contribute to precise control and a greater ease of use. Brembo discs and Brembo brake pads complete the package.

Features

Authentic retro styling

Iconic teardrop fuel tank

Tuned stainless-steel exhaust system

Round LED headlight

Bullet-shaped analogue dials

Power

Engine - 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve, liquid-cooled

Displacement - 948cc

Bore x Stroke - 73.4 x 56.0mm

Compression Ratio - 10.8:1

Maximum Horsepower - 110.0 hp¹ @ 8,500 rpm

Maximum Torque - 72.3 lb-ft @ 6,500 rpm

Fuel System - DFI® with Keihin 36mm throttle bodies

Ignition - TCBI with Electronic Advance

Transmission - 6-speed, return shift

Final Drive - Sealed chain

Electronic Rider Aids - Economical Riding Indicator, Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC - 3 Modes), Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Performance

Front Suspension / Wheel Travel - 41mm inverted telescopic fork with (13-way) adjustable compression and rebound (11-way) damping, spring preload (15-turn)/4.7

Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel - Horizontal back-link swingarm with stepless adjustable rebound damping and spring preload/5.5 in

Front Tire - 120/70-17

Rear Tire - 180/55-17

Front Brakes - Dual 300mm discs with four-piston calipers and ABS

Rear Brakes - Single 250mm disc with single-piston caliper and ABS

Details

Frame Type - Trellis, high tensile steel

Rake/Trail - 25.0°/3.9 in

Overall Length - 82.7 in

Overall Width - 34.1 in

Overall Height - 45.3 in

Ground Clearance - 5.1 in

Seat Height - 32.9 in

Curb Weight - 474.1 lb* 50-State Model

Fuel Capacity - 4.5 gal

Wheelbase - 57.9 in

Color Choices - Candy Tone Red