Naked Motorcycles
2026Kawasaki Z900RS
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The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS blends retro styling with modern naked-bike performance, making it a fine pick for riders who want classic looks without old-school compromises. Its 948 cc in-line four delivers 114 hp and a broad 99 Nm of torque, giving relaxed roll-on punch around town and on backroads. It's best known for its Z1-inspired design and smooth, everyday usability.
- Capacity
- 948.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 197.0 kg
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Power
- 114.0 HP (85.0 kW) @ 9300 RPM
What’s new for the 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS
vs the 2025| Spec | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 110.0 HP (80.3 kW) @ 8500 RPM | 114.0 HP (85.0 kW) @ 9300 RPM |
| Torque | 98.5 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM | 99.0 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 73.0 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM |
| Dry weight | — | 197.0 kg (434.3 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for stylish street riding and weekend backroad cruising rather than outright performance or track work.
- Built for
- A retro-styled naked roadster that blends nostalgic Z1-inspired looks with modern chassis manners and smooth four-cylinder power delivery.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for off-road adventures or riders seeking a lightweight, hyper-aggressive supersport experience.
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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Engine
- Capacity
- 948.0 ccm
- Power
- 114.0 HP (85.0 kW) @ 9300 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 145 CO2 g/km
- EPA Certificate No.
- TKAXC.948AAC-015-R01
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 6.17 L/100km (38.1 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 0.0 CO g/km
- Torque
- 99.0 Nm (10.1 kgf-m) @ 7700 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line four, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 5.30 litres/100 km (18.9 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5787 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 73.4 x 56.0 mm
- Compression
- 10.8:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCBI with electronic advance
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- 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
- 815 mm
- Overall height
- 1135 mm
- Seat height
- 835 mm
- Dry weight
- 197.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 216.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 130 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
- 120 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 140 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 99 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 300 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 250 mm
- ABS
- Optional
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
Other
- Color options
- Ino Red Metallic Diablo Black
- Fuel Tank Material
- Metal
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2018 | 2020 | 2023 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 197 kg | — |
| Seat height | 795 mm | 836 mm | 836 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm | 835 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L | 17 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Kawasaki Z900RS?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS has a Capacity of 948.0 ccm (57.85 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Kawasaki Z900RS have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS has a Power of 114.0 HP (85.0 kW) @ 9300 RPM.
How many gears does the Kawasaki Z900RS have?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Kawasaki Z900RS?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS has a Torque of 99.0 Nm (10.1 kgf-m or 73.0 ft.lbs) @ 7700 RPM.
How much does the Kawasaki Z900RS weigh?
The 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS has a Dry weight of 197.0 kg (434.3 pounds).
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