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2026Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS
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The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS blends retro styling with modern performance, featuring a potent 948cc parallel-twin engine delivering 73 lb-ft of torque. Ideal for riders seeking classic aesthetics with contemporary technology, this middleweight excels in urban riding and spirited backroad adventures. Its compact dimensions and manageable weight make it accessible without compromising the engaging character expected from a modern retro machine.
- Capacity
- 948.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 199.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 114.0 HP (85.0 kW) @ 9300 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for stylish everyday riding and weekend cafe-racer cruising rather than track domination or long-haul touring.
- Built for
- A retro-styled, torquey inline-four cruiser-roadster that rewards relaxed, smooth riding with a strong dose of visual charisma.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders seeking off-road capability, aggressive sport-bike handling, or a dedicated long-distance touring platform.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 948.0 ccm
- Power
- 114.0 HP (85.0 kW) @ 9300 RPM
- Torque
- 99.0 Nm (10.1 kgf-m) @ 7700 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5729 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 73.4 x 56.0 mm
- Compression
- 11.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with Electronic Advance
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Forced lubrication, wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multi-disc, manual
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1466 mm
- Overall length
- 2101 mm
- Overall width
- 846 mm
- Overall height
- 1191 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 199.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 218.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Trellis, high tensile steel
- Front suspension
- Inverted telescopic fork with (13-way) adjustable compression and rebound (11-way) damping, spring preload (15-turn
- Rear suspension
- Horizontal back-link swingarm with stepless adjustable rebound damping and spring preload
- Front wheel travel
- 119 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 99 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual 300mm discs with four-piston calipers and ABS
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS has a Capacity of 948.0 ccm (57.85 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS has a Power of 114.0 HP (85.0 kW) @ 9300 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS has a Torque of 99.0 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 73.0 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Cafe ABS has a Dry weight of 199.0 kg (438.7 pounds).
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