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Kawasaki ZX-7R Overview

The Kawasaki ZX-7R is the motorbike that that every biker can’t help but like; it isn’t the fastest and it doesn’t have the most powerful set up but it makes riders feel good and fall in love. It isn’t a track bike by any means. However, it is a sound road bike that is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and a firm favourite with many bike enthusiasts.

Coming in at 203kg, the ZX-7R is quite a hefty machine compared to other motorbikes on its level which may make you think that it would be a challenge to steer, however, you would be wrong. The steering is a tad slow but the front of the bike is incredibly responsive and precise in its movements.

If you lift the rear riding height and the fitting tyres, you will find that the ZX-7R’s steering will become a lot speedier. Another advantage of this bike is the brakes; they’re solid and very responsive but be vigilant and check the regularly or they will deteriorate rapidly.

The 748cc inline liquid-cooled engine is quite a standard motor and is only made slightly better by 110bhp producing rear wheel which creates the bulk of the speed. The ZX-7R’s carburettors can be problematic especially if they’re neglected; if they’re not taken care of properly, they are susceptible to problems that are hard to fix and will cost a substantial amount of time and money.

Kawasaki ZX-7R Spec 

Seat height790mm
Weight203kg
EngineLiquid cooled, DOHC, 16v in-line four cylinder, four stroke
Capacity748cc
Average fuel consumption42mpg
Top speed165mph
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Submitted by:Bob MartinReview Date: November 2016
Comfort
Rewarding to ride but lacks comfort from the 90s super sport design
Ride Quality
Rides on rails, a great road bike
Build Quality & Reliability
Reliable old school classic
Engine Rating
Still does 0 to brown quick enough
Brake Rating
Good braking if looked after
Running Cost
Riding position.
Overall
Pros CommentsA great first sports bike for the roads, cheap enough.
Cons CommentsRiding position.
Submitted by:MarkReview Date: May 2017
Comfort
Great bike with excellent handling, looks the part and sounds great. Downside is there not built for comfort, bit of back stiffness and wrist hurt riding slowly through villages
Ride Quality
Lovely and smooth power, little lumpy at low speeds
Build Quality & Reliability
Great, no problems at all
Engine Rating
Fast and loud, what more could you want
Brake Rating
Excellent brakes
Running Cost
Maybe an injection model a bit lighter and better lights
Overall
Pros CommentsLooks and speed. Love my bike to bits overall, very happy with the old girl.
Cons CommentsMaybe an injection model a bit lighter and better lights
Submitted by:Dez BlakeReview Date: October 2017
Comfort
Plenty of room to move around, some weight on the wrists but not more than any other machine.
Ride Quality
Absorbs bumps, slightly heavy at crawling speeds which disappears on the open road
Build Quality & Reliability
Well above average, not many furry bolts. Has only let me down once & that was caused by an after market alarm.
Engine Rating
It is down on power compared to recent machines but holds its own and has enough old fashioned power to satisfy
Brake Rating
Provided the brake maintenance is regular it is not lacking
Running Cost
Minimal running costs, probably cheaper than newer machines.
Overall
Pros CommentsIt’s iconic styling is the best thing. For a machine that’s getting on for 20 years old it’s still a looker and has a strong following. It’s won website ‘ride of the month’ on 2 occasions, so I’m not the only fan.
Cons CommentsIt could probably use losing a few kg

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