At the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, the long-rumored KAWASAKIZ900RS was finally unveiled, and the work that paid tribute to the classic Z1 finally emerged.

At the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, the long-rumored KAWASAKI Z900RS finally appeared, and the work that paid tribute to the classic Z1 finally emerged. Not only does it continue the legend, as a retro product of KAWASAKI, the Z900RS has a timeless appearance. Its solid interior is derived from the Z900, but it is even worse. The Z900RS is expected to have a strong impact on the heavy-duty car market.

Z900RS is full of shadows of the classic car Z1.

2018 KAWASAKI Z900RS specification sheet

• Engine type: four-stroke, water-cooled, DOHC, inline four-cylinder engine

• Fuel supply method: electronic injection system

• Maximum horsepower: 110HP/8500rpm

• Maximum torque: 72.6 ftlb/6500rpm

• Transmission method: 6 Speed ​​chain drive

• Frame type: High-tensile steel tube frame

• Front suspension: 41mm inverted fully adjustable front fork

• Rear suspension: Horizontal Back-link, horizontal multi-link suspension

• Front brake: 300mm double disc, radially opposed four-piston Caliper

• Rear brake: 250mm single disc, single piston caliper

• Tire specifications: front 120/70 ZR17 rear 180/55 ZR17

• Seat height: 835mm

• Vehicle weight: 215 kg

• Fuel tank capacity: 17L

• Domestic price: NA

Z The 900RS is powered by a 948cc water-cooled four-cylinder The Z900 engine has been re-tuned to focus on performance in the mid-range speed range. Below 7000 rpm, the power output characteristics are completely different from those of the Z900, but the maximum horsepower is slightly reduced to 110 horses, and the gear ratio is also slightly modified. In addition, it is equipped with a tracking control system, which is only seen in high-end sports cars. Calipers and LED lamps distinguish Z900RS from Z900. It can also be seen that KAWASAKI has put a lot of emphasis on this car.

Z900RS engine has been adjusted to focus more on performance in the mid-range speed range.

Inherits the classic "Fire Jade" color scheme

The drop-shaped fuel tank installed on the Z900RS car is inherited from the classic Z1 shape. With the "Fire Jade" orange-red color scheme, it completely replicates the style of the Z1 back then and has a capacity of 17L. Can meet the needs of long-distance riding. KAWASAKI said that this fuel tank took great pains, including the ideal position and streamlined appearance, and must strive for perfection. The seat cushion adopts a caterpillar-shaped design, which fully presents the image of Z1 and satisfies knights who pursue retro style.

The drop-shaped fuel tank makes people more easily associate it with the classic car Z1.

LED headlight

In terms of lamps, the headlights adopt a traditional round lamp design, but the internal lamps are 17cm LED headlights, which are composed of 6 groups of LEDs, 4 groups are responsible for low lights, and 2 groups are responsible for high lights. The brightness performance is very excellent, and when the high beam is turned on, the low beam bulb will still stay on. The decorative cover above the taillight part inherits the design of the Z1, and uses LED lights to create a visual feel like a traditional light bulb.

The headlights are imported into LED. The

replica double-ring instrument panel

uses retro double-ring pointers for the tachometer and speedometer. The center is equipped with a set of multi-functional LCD screens. The periphery of the double-ring watch is made of metal, making it more like a work of art from the 1970s. The LCD panel has indicators such as gear position, mileage, fuel level, fuel consumption, time, remaining mileage, cooling system and external temperature, and energy saving.

The LCD screen in the center of the double-ring watch has the function of displaying the gear position.

Regrettable exhaust pipe design

The exhaust system is more pity. It does not reproduce the iconic four exhaust pipes of the Z1 of the year, but adopts a simple four-in and one-out layout, with the head and middle exhaust pipes It is an integrated design with no redundant connecting pipes or valves, presenting a minimalist style. The entire exhaust pipe is made of high-quality stainless steel, and the surface is electroplated. The metallic color complements the retro-style model.

It is a pity that the classic quad exhaust pipe version like Z1 has not been launched.

A more relaxed and comfortable riding posture

The Z900RS uses a thicker flat handlebar. Compared with the Z900's handlebar, it is more suitable for the good grip required by retro sports-looking models. It is 30mm thick and 65mm high. It is about 35mm biased towards the rider. Compared with the Z900, it brings a more upright riding posture. With the seat height of 835mm, the seat also has ERGO-FIT technology. The seat cushion can be replaced according to personal habits in the future, and the position of the footrest is compared with The Z900 is also lowered and moved forward, giving the Z900RS a more comfortable riding position.

Z900RS uses a thicker straight handlebar, which has a more comfortable riding posture compared to Z900.

Tracking is in my control

Although Z900RS has a timeless retro appearance, it also contains technological connotations. A two-stage tracking control system is introduced, with less intervention in Mode 1, allowing the vehicle to exert maximum power. performance, while Mode2 provides safe driving guarantee on slippery roads. This system can distinguish between a smooth front wheel lift and a rough wheel. In Mode 1, moderate solitary wheels are allowed to allow knights to look cool, but rough operations will still intervene, while Mode 2 will avoid the situation of solitary wheels. Of course, there is also the OFF option that allows you to control your Z900RS as you wish.

Z900RS introduces a tracking anti-skid system to bring a safer driving experience.

Fully Adjustable Suspension Braking Upgrade

The suspension system uses the same 41mm inverted front fork as the Z900RS, with fully adjustable functions, and replaces the front caliper with a radial pair of four products, which must have improved braking performance. Better performance. The rear suspension is not like the traditional double-gun type equipped on the classic Z1 or W800, but chooses KAWASAKI's Horizontal Back-Link rear suspension system, which also has an adjustable function.

Z900RS is equipped with Horizontal Back-Link rear suspension system.

type steel wire frame style wheel

The newly designed wheel rim also pays tribute to the Z1. Although it is not a traditional steel wire wheel rim, it also achieves a similar visual experience through the shape design. Foreign media believe that it will be on the Cafe Racer version See the real wire frame configuration. The rims are not of special specifications, so you don’t have to worry about the lack of tire choices. The standard tires are DUNLOP GPR-300s, but you can easily find all-season tires or track-specific tires to match.

Both the front and rear lighting fixtures are equipped with LEDs, and the rims are shaped to imitate the visual sense of wire rings.

Z900RS is currently available in three colors, namely Fire Jade, Matt Green and Black. There is also a surprise that has not yet been released, that is the Cafe racer version of Z900RS. Although it has not been unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show, foreign media believe that it will be Announced at the Milan Auto Show in November!