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{{Short description|2000s Japanese motorcycle}}
{{About|the 2000s four-cylinder|the 1973 four-cylinder|Kawasaki Z750 (1973)|the 1970s twin-cylinder| Kawasaki Z750 twin}}
{{refimprove|date=January 2020}}
{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name = Kawasaki Z750
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|manufacturer = [[Kawasaki
|parent_company = [[Kawasaki
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|successor = [[Kawasaki Z800]]
|class = [[Types of motorcycles#
|engine = {{cvt|748
|compression=11.3:1
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|transmission = 6-speed
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{{cvt|77.7|kW|hp PS}} @ 10,500 rpm
|torque={{cvt|78|Nm}} @ 8,300 rpm
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|related = [[Kawasaki Z1000]]
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The '''Kawasaki Z750''' is a {{cvt|750|cc}} [[
The Kawasaki Z750 was launched in 2004, after its bigger brother, the Z1000 in 2003. Kawasaki kept it simple, using the same engine block and sleeving it down from 1000 cc to 750 cc, cheaper front suspension and using a conventional exhaust, making it a cut-down version of Z1000. Like the Z1000, which is considered a modern version of the [[Kawasaki Z900/Z1]], the Z750 can be considered a modern take on the [[Kawasaki Z750RS Z2]]. A remodelled version of both the Z750 and the Z1000 was released in 2007, with changes both stylistically and mechanically. In 2011, alongside the standard Z750, Kawasaki launched the Z750R, which featured upgraded suspension and brakes components and a lightly revised styling.▼
▲The Kawasaki Z750 was launched in 2004 as an economy model, after its bigger brother, the Z1000 in 2003.
==Variants and timeline==
*In 2005, Kawasaki launched the Z750S version which is more tourer, and less streetfighter. This version has a single long seat instead of the two-part seat on the Z750 similar to the Kawasaki [[ZXR600R]], half fairing for wind protection, and excludes the rear tire "hugger" as found on the unfaired Z750. The 'S' version also uses an analog speedometer and tachometer instead of the digital instrument cluster taken from Kawasaki's supersport ZX-R models of which some riders complain that the digital LCD tachometer was harder to read while riding. Other differences include a slightly lower seat, grab rails and ZX10 style rear brake lights.▼
*In 2004, Kawasaki launched the first model of the Z750. This was considered as Kawasaki's new middle-weight conceived to rival the [[Honda CB600F|Honda Hornet]], [[Yamaha FZ6 Fazer]] and [[Suzuki SV650]], but with extra performance from the larger displacement engine.<ref name="MCS Jan 2004"/> Kawasaki Europe's Kenji Nagahara stated: "Our strategy was to make a budget bike, but we wanted something different. Manufacturing a 750 isn't really any more expensive than building a 600. And with many parts common to the Z1000, we were able to offer the 750 at the right price. In essence, the 750 is a sleeved down Z1000 using some cheaper, lower-spec components.".<ref name="MCS Jan 2004">Kawasaki Z750 First Ride by Chris Moss. ''Motorcycle Sport & Leisure'', January 2004, pp.042-046. Accessed January 8 2020</ref>
*In 2007, Kawasaki launched a newer version of the Z750. The styling was slightly changed and include a bikini fairing. The engine vibration was reduced and it was also revised for more torque. The front suspension was also changed to an Upside Down Fork. The front and rear disk brakes have been changed to a petal design. The exhaust design was also changed.▼
▲*In 2005, Kawasaki launched the Z750S
*In 2011, alongside the standard Z750, Kawasaki launched the Z750R. This model resembles the 2007 to 2011 Z750, however with upgraded front suspension for excellent steering performance and the rear suspension feature a piggyback nitrogen reservoir, radial front brake calipers with standard metal-braided front and rear brake lines, aluminium swinging-arm and black instrumentation. The headlight cluster, front mudguard and front and rear indicators were also redesigned for a more sportier look.▼
[[File:2009 Kawasaki Z 750 19.06.21 JM.jpg|thumb|2009 Z 750]]
▲*In 2007, Kawasaki launched a newer version of the Z750
▲*In 2011, Kawasaki launched the Z750R alongside the standard Z750
*In 2012, Kawasaki introduces the Z800 which replaces the Z750. The Z800 has an increased bore size and body styling changes and was introduced to compete with the Yamaha FZ8.
▲[[Image:2008 Z750 ABS HPIM2673.JPG|thumb|2008 Kawasaki Z750 ABS]]
▲[[Image:Kawasaki z750.JPG|thumb|Modified Z750]]
==Specifications==
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! width="255" | 2011<br/>Z750<br/>''(Z750R)''
! width="255" | 2012<br/>Z750<br/>''(Z750R)''
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! Type
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! Engine
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! Bore
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! Compression
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! Valve Train
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! Carburetion
| colspan="3" | Digital fuel injection, Ø 34
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! Ignition
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! Starting
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! Lubrication
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! Transmission
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! Final
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! Frame
| colspan="3" | Diamond, high-tensile steel
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! Front
| colspan="3" | 41
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! Rear
| colspan="3" | Bottom-Link [[Uni-Trak]] (adjustable preload and rebound)
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! Front
| colspan="3" | Dual semi-floating 300
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! Rear
| colspan="3" | Single 220
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! Front tire
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! Rear tire
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! Length
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! Width
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! Height
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! Dry weight▼
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! Wheelbase
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! Ground clearance
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! Seat height
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▲! Dry weight
▲! Curb weight
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! Fuel capacity
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! EU emission limit
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! Rake
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! Trail
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! Steering angle
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== See also ==
* [[Kawasaki Z|List of Kawasaki Z series machines from 1972]]
==References==
{{reflist}}
==External links==
* [http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/
* [http://www.motorcyclenews.com/MCN/bikereviews/searchresults/Bike-Reviews/Kawasaki/Kawasaki-Z750R-2011-current/ Kawasaki Z750R review] Road test of the Z750R
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