The 2025 Kawasaki Z900RS is the ultimate retro-sport Z that blends classic styling with modern features.
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2025 Kawasaki Z900RS ABS: PURE TIMELESS DESIGN.
Introducing the 2025 Kawasaki Z900RS ABS…
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.
Reigniting the classic style of the original Z1 900 motorcycle, the Kawasaki Z900RS ABS retro-sport motorcycle calls upon timeless design elements with minimal bodywork and no fairing for a pure retro-style look. The 2025 Z900RS features a 948cc liquid-cooled, in-line four-cylinder engine, Assist & Slipper Clutch, horizontal back-link rear suspension, authentic retro styling, iconic teardrop fuel tank, tuned stainless steel exhaust system, round LED headlight, and bullet-shaped analog dials. For 2025, the Z900RS ABS comes in an Ino Red paint scheme. The Z900RS CAFE ABS adds café-racer styling, including a front cowl and a café-inspired seat along with a drop handlebar and is available in an Ebony colorway. The 2025 Z900RS SE ABS pays homage to the iconic old-school Z models with its timeless looks and features several high-performance upgrades, including an Öhlins S46 rear shock with remote preload adjuster, Brembo® front brake package featuring M4.32 calipers, and special suspension.
2025 Kawasaki Z900RS ABS Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- 948cc LIQUID-COOLED INLINE 4-CYLINDER ENGINE
- Assist & Slipper clutch
- Horizontal back-link rear suspension
- Authentic retro styling
- Iconic teardrop fuel tank
- Tuned stainless-steel exhaust system
- Round LED headlight
- Bullet-shaped analogue dials
KAWASAKI ANNOUNCES FALL RELEASE OF 2025 STREET MOTORCYCLES
No matter what type of motorcycle you’re looking for, Kawasaki’s 2025 lineup has the model for you as it welcomes the return of several hypersport, supersport, sport, retro classic, hypernaked, supernaked, mini naked, retro sport, cruiser, adventure touring, and dual-sport models to its street motorcycle lineup. These 2025 model-year motorcycles are set to arrive in Kawasaki dealerships during the fall months so that riders can continue to “Let the Good Times Roll.”
2025 Kawasaki Z900RS ABS Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
RETRO STYLING
AUTHENTIC Z1 STYLING
The Z900RS is the ultimate retro-sport Z that blends classic styling with modern features.
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.
POWER & PERFORMANCE
THE PERFECT BALANCE
The combination of a lightweight trellis frame and powerful engine allows the Z900RS to achieve a superb balance of power and handling.
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.
RIDER EXPERIENCE
AUTHENTIC RIDING EXPERIENCE
Retro design meets modern technology and performance for superb riding comfort around town and on the highway.
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.
SPECIAL EDITION
THE RETRO REVOLUTION IS HERE
A modern classic with the heritage to deliver yesterday’s values, this high-grade variation of the Z900RS retro sport features suspension and brake upgrades focused on today’s roads. The Z900RS SE adds an Öhlins rear shock, retuned front suspension, a Brembo front brake package plus other detail touches to match the visceral spirit of a 1970s legend, the iconic Z1.
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.
2025 Kawasaki Z900RS ABS – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $12,649 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $14,199 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £ See Dealer for Pricing in GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
POWER
| 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 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
| 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
| 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 |
2025 Kawasaki Z900RS ABS – Totalmotorcycle.com Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
POWER
| Engine | 948cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 16-valve in-line four |
| Bore x Stroke | 73.4 x 56.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel System | Fuel injection: ø36 mm x 4 with sub-throttles |
| Ignition | Digital |
| Starting | Electric |
| Lubrication | Forced lubrication, wet sump |
| Transmission | 6-speed, return |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc, manual |
| Final Drive | Chain |
PERFORMANCE
| Frame | Trellis, high-tensile steel |
| Front Suspension / Wheel Travel | ø41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability / 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Rear Suspension / Wheel Travel | Horizontal Back-link, gas-charged shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability / 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Rake / Trail | 25.0° / 98 mm |
| Steering Angle (L/R) | 35° / 35° |
| Front Tire | 120/70ZR17M/C (58W) |
| Rear Tire | 180/55ZR17M/C (73W) |
| Front Brakes | Dual semi-floating ø300 mm discs with radial-mount, monobloc, opposed 4-piston calipers |
| Rear Brake | ø250 mm disc with single-piston caliper |
DETAILS
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 2,100 x 865 x 1,150 mm (82.7 x 34.1 x 45.3 in) |
| Wheelbase | 1,470 mm (57.9 in) |
| Road Clearance | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Seat Height | 800 mm (31.5 in) |
| Curb Weight* | 214 kg (472 lb) |
| Fuel Capacity | 17 litres |
| Instrumentation | Analogue-style speedometer and tachometer + multi-function LCD screen with gear position indicator, odometer, dual trip meters, fuel gauge, remaining range, current and average fuel consumption, coolant temperature, external temperature, clock and Economical Riding Indicator |
| Warranty | 12 months |
| Kawasaki Protection Plus | 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 months |
2025 Kawasaki Z900RS ABS – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
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