is where people got in a tizz – they
wanted a retro bike and didn’t get
it. I was actually wondering why
Kawasaki would release a 900 when
they already have the Z1000, but
after riding the Z900 I quickly
realised that they are two very
different beasts.
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a mega fast supernaked bike with
supersports handling, the Z900
is more of an urban warrior
motorcycle. The engine is far more
user friendly and the handling is
more suited to the urban world
including a mix of sport and touring
when required. The Z900 is also
clearly intended to take on the likes
of the Yamaha MT-09.
For the opening photo we used our
friend’s immaculate original Z900
which we have featured in these“I WAS ACTUALLY
WONDERING
WHY KAWASAKI
WOULD RELEASE
A 900 WHEN THEY
ALREADY HAVE
THE Z1000...I
QUICKLY REALISED
THAT THEY
ARE TWO VERY
DIFFERENT
BEASTS”