1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R Ninja

Kawasaki's 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R Ninja arrived in 1984 as a sport bike designed for the discerning rider. Produced in Japan, it quickly earned recognition as a capable sport bike from the 1980s.

At the heart of the 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R Ninja sits a 908cc DOHC inline-4 engine producing 115 horsepower at 9500 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with water-cooled cooling, fed by 4x Mikuni carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 6-speed transmission and chain final drive.

Weighing 228 kg (503 lbs) dry, the 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R Ninja uses a steel diamond frame frame, anti-dive fork front suspension, and uni-trak monoshock rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.

Performance-wise, the 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R Ninja achieves a claimed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 780 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Today, the 1984 Kawasaki GPZ900R Ninja is considered a desirable collector motorcycle that has appreciated significantly in value over the decades. Parts availability is rated as good, making ownership relatively straightforward. It remains an icon of Kawasaki motorcycling from 1980s.