Kawasaki Z900rs Cafe
The Kawasaki Z900RS Café was introduced in 2018 as a variant of the Z900RS, itself launched in 2017 to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the iconic Z1. The Café edition adds a more aggressive, retro café racer aesthetic with a small front fairing, clip-on handlebars, and a distinctive color scheme inspired by the legendary 1972 Kawasaki 900 Super4. It stands out as one of the most visually authentic modern café racers, blending classic styling with contemporary performance and technology.
111 hp
Power
98.5 Nm
Torque
215 kg
Weight
220 km/h (estimated; note: electronically influenced)
Top Speed
6.0–7.0 L/100km (approximately 14–17 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fuel
Naked
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Rock-Solid Engine Reliability
The Z900RS Cafe shares its inline-4 engine with the workhorse Z900, giving it a proven, low-maintenance powerplant. Owners regularly report 20,000+ miles with minimal issues beyond routine servicing.
Strong Resale Value
The Z900RS Cafe holds its value exceptionally well due to limited production numbers and high demand for the retro-cafe aesthetic. Used models often sell for close to MSRP, especially in clean condition.
Watch the Throttle Bodies
Some owners report rough idle and hesitation caused by throttle body synchronization drifting out of spec over time. A simple dealer sync procedure fixes it, but inspect this on any used purchase.
Full Specifications
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