Motorcycle specifications KawasakiZ 900 RS Café Performance 2018 A race in the Carpathians
presentation of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018
Kawasaki has succeeded with the Z 900 RS. A fine exercise in neo-retro that knows how to charm, with a very good mix of the brand's past, a dose of technology and quality dynamic performance. Yet the beginning seemed daring, almost lame. Taking a sporty roadster like the Z 900 and turning it into a Retro Sport version bordered on the audacious, and it worked.
a rounder engine, with gin and tonic moved from the top to the middle of the rev counter, traction control, better suspension and more advanced braking - all in a Z1 silhouette. Clearly, Kawa has come up with a real treat. Add to this a Café version that makes you feel like you're in a 70s endurance race, and you've got yourself a party.
The picture wouldn't be complete without a version that's just a tad barkier. For this, the Performance recipe is well known in the manufacturer's range. The main ingredient is an Akrapovic muffler. The antiphons of the 4-cylinder will gain in harmony, sprinkled with a slight gain in weight and power.
A performance package can't be designed with just one goodie. The essential fuel tank protector is also included, as are a set of casing protectors. Far more distinguished than the castors of yesteryear, they could be mistaken for chassis reinforcements.
tempting and stylish, the Kawasaki Z 900 RS Café Performance plays its 1000 Z2R interpretation to the hilt, even more so than the Café. If the Godier and Genoud styling doesn't appeal to you, you're in danger of missing out. As for the price, we're starting to approach the upper echelons of the market. Within striking distance of a NineT Racer or 1100 Scrambler.
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Key facts Kawasaki Z 900 RS Café Performance (2018) : What you need to know before you buy
Highlights
- The look of old-fashioned endurance kawas
- Z 900 base with more technology
- Pot Akra
Weak points
- Starting to look expensive
- No spoked rims
Prices
| Basic version | |
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 France |
13,549€
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Performance
- Max speed : approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph)
Specifications Kawasaki Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018
- Chassis
- Frame : Tubular steel frame
- Fuel capacity : 17 liters (4.49 US gallons)
- Seat height : 835 mm (32.87 in)
- Length : 2,100 mm (82.68 in)
- Width : 845 mm (33.27 in)
- Min height : 1,190 mm (46.85 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,470 mm (57.87 in)
- Weight when fully loaded : 216 kg (476 lb)
- Front axle
- Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 41 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 300 mm (11.81 in), radial mounting, 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.5 bar
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox
- Secondary by chain
- Rear axle
- Mono-damper, Wheel travel : 140 mm (5.51 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 250 mm (9.84 in), single-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Pressure : 2.9 bar
- Motor
- 4 cylinders online , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 36 mm
- Cooling system : liquid
- 2 ACT
- 4 valves per cylinder
- 948 cc
- 112 ch (110.50 hp) to 8,500 rpm
- 10 mkg to 6,500 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : approximately 1.82 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : approximately 20.12 kg/mkg
- Compression : 10.8 : 1
- Standard equipment
- Brake assist : ABS
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018
- What is the power of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018?
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The Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018 develops a power of 112 ch (110.50 hp)
- What is the torque of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018?
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The maximum torque of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018 is 10 mkg to 6,500 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018?
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The Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018 is capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 220 km/h (136.70 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018?
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The Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018 has a a weight when fully loaded of 216 kg (476 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018?
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To ensure good accessibility, the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018 offers a minimum seat height of 835 mm (32.87 in).
- What is the price of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018?
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The price of the Z 900 RS Café Performance 2018 is 13,549€ in France
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 2 reviews
Perhaps a little expensive, but superbly made, I've yet to find any fault with its build quality, and it's a real pleasure to ride.
All that's left now is to fit it with spoked rims (yes, it does sting a bit...) to make it one of the most beautiful neo-retro machines of the moment!
In short, I think it'll be with me for many more miles... Rating : 5/5 Respond to jean-Luc24430