Contents: Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
Contents: Review – Key Features – Features & Benefits – Specifications
2023 Kawasaki Z900SE: CREATED TO AMAZING YOU.
Introducing the 2023 Kawasaki Z900SE…
With a smooth powerband that becomes more exciting as the revs rise, a light and nimble chassis, and distinctive Sugomi-inspired styling, the Z900 continues the Kawasaki legacy of creating legendary 900cc-class machines whose performance surpasses that of many full liter-class motorcycles.
Last year Kawasaki introduced the all-new Z900 SE supernaked to its Z line of motorcycles. Channeling many of the same great features found on its Z900 brethren, the Z900 SE has several additional features such as an upgraded Brembo® front brake package, a large-diameter inverted fork with added compression damping adjustability, and an Öhlins S46 rear shock with remote preload adjuster. Together, these premium upgrades deliver improved handling, performance, and excitement in addition to the iconic eye-catching styling that makes this supernaked motorcycle stand out from the crowd
Created to amaze you. Welcome the Z family newcomer. The new Z900 SE is equipped with dedicated features that offer a focused yet sophisticated riding experience: ÖHLINS S46 rear suspension, Stainless steel brake lines, Brembo M4.32 calipers with Brembo front brake discs and a special colour scheme. Dominate the road with the latest expression of the Z spirit.
2023 Kawasaki Z900SE KRT Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features
- KAWASAKI TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (KTRC)
- INTEGRATED RIDING MODES
- TFT COLOR INSTRUMENTATION WITH SMARTPHONE CONNECTIVITY
- LED HEADLIGHT
- EXHILARATING ENGINE WITH SMOOTH, LINEAR POWER DELIVERY
- DIGITAL FUEL INJECTION (DFI®)
- ASSIST AND SLIPPER CLUTCH
- LIGHTWEIGHT TRELLIS FRAME
- RELAXED YET SPORTY RIDING POSITION
- Öhlins S46 rear shock with remote preload adjuster
- Large diameter inverted fork with added compression damping adjustability
- Brembo® front brake package with stainless-steel braided lines
- Gold colored fork outer tubes
2023 KAWASAKI Z FAMILY MOTORCYCLE LINEUP
A TRUE SUPERNAKED EXPERIENCE
For 2023, Kawasaki welcomes the return of its iconic Z Family line of naked motorcycles, which includes several supernaked, retro sport, and mini naked models. Z models set to hit dealerships this fall include an updated Z650 and Z650 ABS with Kawasaki TRaction Control (KTRC) as well as the Z650RS, Z900 ABS, Z900 SE, and Z125 PRO
2023 Kawasaki Z900SE KRT Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits
ENGINE
The 948cc engine has a smooth, linear power delivery that is easy to control and contributes to rider comfort and confidence, yet the strong mid-range hit that pulls hard to redline provides plenty of exhilaration. Responsive liquidcooled engine with efficient 4-valve, DOHC cylinder provides smooth performance at all rpm.
• Lightweight crankshaft design augments the engine’s quick-revving character.
• A secondary engine balancer eliminates excess vibration, although a desirable amount is left in to add to the bike’s character and acceleration feeling.
• Die-cast cylinder block is rigid while its open deck design helps save weight.
• Connecting passageways between the cylinders relieve pressure to help reduce pumping loss, improving high-rpm performance.
• The pistons are formed using the same unique casting process that is used for making those found in the Ninja H2™/H2™R. The process creates hollow areas to achieve idealized thickness for reduced weight without sacrificing strength.
• Downdraft intake design provides the fuel mixture with the straightest, shortest path to the combustion chamber for increased performance.
• 29mm intake and 24mm exhaust valves complement the port designs and boost the hard-hitting mid-range to highrpm power feeling.
Digital Fuel Injection(KP)
• 36mm throttle bodies are used for their ideal mid-range response.
• Sub-throttle valves, located behind the main throttle valves, are controlled by the ECU so the EFI system has smooth, sensitive throttle response.
Enhanced Intake Note
• Acoustic tests helped shape the air box for a stimulating sound that varies with engine speed to add to the riding experience, especially at high rpm.
• The air inlet faces upward so that the intake note is easier
for the rider to hear.
• A dividing wall in the center of the upper portion of the airbox accentuates the high, clear intake note.
• Intake funnels balance performance and sound. The longer 150mm inner pair strengthen the low-to midrange performance while the shorter 50mm outer pair enhance the intake sound.
Exhaust System
• 35mm exhaust headers are tuned for top-end performance while lowering exhaust noise level at idle. Joint pipes between headers 1-4 and 2-3 help boost mid-range torque.
Superior Suspension
The large-diameter gold-colored inverted fork with greater adjustability is complemented by a Öhlins S46 rear shock for increased ride comfort and a superior sense of grip and handling. The rear suspension is also equipped with a remote preload adjuster, which makes it easy to adjust settings without tools to suit tandem riding or luggage.
Brembo Brakes
The front brake package with Brembo components offers stronger stopping power and contributes to even more precise control and greater ease of use. The ø300 mm Brembo front discs and M4.32 radial-mount monobloc calipers are complemented by a Nissin radial-pump master cylinder with stainless-steel braided lines to deliver greater stopping power and a more linear progression when operating the brake lever.
Latest Evolution of Z Sugomi Styling
While the Z900’s distinctive sugomi design elements (crouching stance, low-positioned head and upswept tail) remain unchanged, its eye-catching styling benefits from a number of updates that make its aggressive design even sharper.
KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control)
Kawasaki’s advanced traction control system provides both enhanced sport riding performance and the peace of mind to negotiate low-traction surfaces with confidence. Three riderselectable modes offer progressively greater levels of intrusion to suit the riding situation and rider preference.
Power Mode Selection
A choice of Full Power or Low Power modes allows riders to set power delivery to suit preference and conditions. Low Power mode limits output to approximately 55% of Full Power. (The reduced power, which varies according to engine speed (rpm) and throttle position, offers enhanced manageability.)
TFT Colour Instrumentation
The new all-digital TFT colour instrumentation gives the cockpit a high-tech, high-grade appearance. The new meter also offers additional features unavailable on the previous model.
All-LED Lighting
New LED headlamp, position lamps, licence plate lamp and turn signals† add to the Z900’s sharper new styling.
New Tyres
New Dunlop Sportmax Roadsport 2 tyres contribute to the Z900’s handling character.
Smartphone Connectivity
A Bluetooth technology built into the instrument panel enables riders to connect to their motorcycle wirelessly. Using the smartphone application “RIDEOLOGY THE APP,” a number of instrument functions can be accessed, contributing to an enhanced motorcycling experience.
Integrated Riding Modes
All-inclusive Riding modes that link KTRC and Power Mode allow riders to easily set traction control and power delivery to suit a given riding situation. Riders can choose from three settings (Sport, Road, Rain) or a manual setting (Rider). In the manual Rider mode, each of the systems can be set independently
2023 Kawasaki Z900SE KRT – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $10,899 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $12899 CDN
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £11,229 GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)
Engine Type 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4 Valve Cylinder Head, Transverse In-Line 4-Cylinder
Displacement 948 cc
Bore & Stroke 73.4 x 56.0 mm
Maximum Torque 73.0 lb.-ft @ 7,700 rpm
Compression Ratio 11.8:1
Fuel Injection DFI with Mikuni 36mm Throttle Bodies (4)
Ignition TCBI with Digital Advance
Transmission 6-Speed
Final Drive Sealed Chain
Rake/Trail 24.5°/4.1 in.
Front Wheel Travel 4.7 in.
Rear Wheel Travel 5.5 in.
Front Tire Size 120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire Size 180/55 ZR17
Wheelbase 57.1 in.
Front Suspension 41mm Inverted Fork with Adjustable Preload
and Rebound Damping
Rear Suspension Horizontal Back-link with Adjustable Preload
and Adjustable Rebound Damping
Front Brake Type Dual 300mm Petal Discs with Opposed 4-Piston Calipers/ABS
Rear Brake Type Single 250mm Disc/ABS
Fuel Tank Capacity 4.5 gal.
Seat Height 31.3 in.
Curb Weight= 463.1 lb.
Warranty 12 months
Kawasaki Protection Plus™ 12, 24, 36 or 48 months
(Specifications subject to change without notice.)
= Includes all necessary materials and fluids to operate correctly, full tank of fuel (more than 90% of capacity) and tool kit (if supplied).
When equipped, 50-state models with evaporative emissions equipment adds approximately 2.2 pounds.
(KP) = See Kaw-Pedia section for more details.
** = Also available as a 50-state model with the last character ending in “L
2023 Kawasaki Z900SE KRT – 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 11.8:1
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, Öhlins S46 gas-charged shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability / 140 mm (5.5 in)
Rake / Trail 24.9° / 110 mm
Steering Angle (L/R) 33° / 33°
Front Tire 120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Rear Tire 180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Front Brakes Dual semi-floating ø300 mm Brembo discs with radial-mount, Brembo M4.32 monobloc, opposed 4-piston calipers
Rear Brake ø250 mm disc with single-piston caliper
DETAILS
Dimensions (L x W x H) 2,070 x 825 x 1,115 mm (81.5 x 32.5 x 43.9 in)
Wheelbase 1,455 mm (57.3 in)
Road Clearance 145 mm (5.7 in)
Seat Height 820 mm (32.3 in)
Curb Mass** 213 kg (470 lb)
Fuel Capacity 17 litres
Instrumentation Full-colour TFT screen with digital speedometer, digital bar-style tachometer, gear position indicator, shift lamp, fuel gauge, odometer, dual trip meters, current and average fuel consumption, remaining range, average speed, total time, coolant temperature, clock, battery voltage, Kawasaki service reminder, oil change reminder, Riding Mode indicator, smartphone call and mail notices, Bluetooth indicator, and Economical Riding Indicator
Warranty 12 months
Kawasaki Protection Plus 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 months
2023 Kawasaki Z900SE KRT – Totalmotorcycle.com European Specifications/Technical Details
Engine
Engine typeLiquid-cooled, 4-stroke In-Line Four
Displacement948 cm³
Bore x stroke73.4 x 56 mm
Compression ratio11.8:1
Valve systemDOHC, 16 valves
Fuel systemFuel injection: Ø 36 mm x 4 with sub-throttles
Starting SystemElectric
LubricationForced lubrication, wet sump
Gear Performance & Transmission
Maximum power92.2 kW {125 PS} / 9,500 rpm
Fuel consumption5.7 l/100 km
Power down kit 85 kWAvailable
CO2 emission132 g/km
Maximum torque98.6 N•m {10.1 kgf•m} / 7,700 rpm
Transmission6-speed
Final driveSealed chain
Primary Reduction Ratio1.627 (83/51)
Gear Ratios 1st2.692 (35/13)
Gear Ratios 2nd2.059 (35/17)
Gear Ratios 3rd1.650 (33/20)
Gear Ratios 4th1.409 (31/22)
Gear Ratios 5th1.222 (33/27)
Gear Ratios 6th1.034 (30/29)
Final reduction ratio2.933 (44/15)
ClutchWet multi-disc, manual
Suspensions Brakes & Suspension
Brakes, frontDual semi-floating ø300 mm Brembo discs. Caliper: Dual radial-mount, Brembo M4.32 monobloc, opposed 4-piston
Brakes, rearSingle 250 mm petal disc. Caliper: Single-piston
Suspension, front41 mm inverted fork with compression and rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Suspension, rearHorizontal Back-link, Öhlins S46 gas-charged shock with rebound damping and spring preload adjustability
Dimensions Frame & Dimensions
Frame typeTrellis, high-tensile steel
Trail110 mm
Wheel travel front120 mm
Wheel travel rear140 mm
Tyre, front120/70ZR17M/C (58W)
Tyre, rear180/55ZR17M/C (73W)
Steering angle, left / right33° / 33°
L x W x H2,070 x 825 x 1,115 mm
Wheelbase1,455 mm
Ground clearance145 mm
Fuel capacity17 litres
Seat height820 mm
Curb mass212 kg
Manufacturer Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice on Total Motorcycle (TMW).
