1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo
Introduced in 1985, the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo features a 738cc DOHC inline-4 turbo engine producing 112hp, establishing itself as a notable sport bike.
Specifications
Engine
- Type
- DOHC inline-4 turbo
- Displacement
- 738 cc
- Cylinders
- 4
- Power
- 112 hp @ 9000 rpm
- Torque
- 92.0 Nm
- Compression
- —
- Bore × Stroke
- 66.0 × 54.0 mm
- Cooling
- Water-cooled
- Fuel System
- Fuel injection
Chassis & Transmission
- Frame
- Steel perimeter frame
- Front Suspension
- Anti-dive fork
- Rear Suspension
- Uni-Trak monoshock
- Front Brake
- Dual disc
- Rear Brake
- Single disc
- Front Tyre
- —
- Rear Tyre
- —
- Transmission
- 5-speed
- Final Drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top Speed
- 240 km/h (149 mph)
- ¼ Mile
- —
Dimensions & Weight
- Dry Weight
- 261 kg (575 lbs)
- Wet Weight
- 282 kg (622 lbs)
- Seat Height
- 790 mm
- Wheelbase
- 1505 mm
- Ground Clearance
- —
- Fuel Capacity
- 20.0 L
History & Story
The 1985 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo was introduced by Kawasaki as a sport bike aimed at riders seeking sport bike performance and style. Manufactured in Japan, it represented Kawasaki's vision for the four-cylinder sport bike market during the 1980s.
At the heart of the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo sits a 738cc DOHC inline-4 turbo engine producing 112 horsepower at 9000 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with water-cooled cooling, fed by Fuel injection. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive.
Built around a steel perimeter frame frame, the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo suspends its 261 kg (575 lbs) on anti-dive fork forks and uni-trak monoshock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1505 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo achieves a claimed top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 20.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Today, the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo is considered a respected classic that attracts serious collector interest and continues to appreciate. Parts availability is rated as difficult, making ownership a dedicated pursuit. It remains an icon of Kawasaki motorcycling from 1980s.
At the heart of the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo sits a 738cc DOHC inline-4 turbo engine producing 112 horsepower at 9000 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with water-cooled cooling, fed by Fuel injection. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 5-speed transmission and chain final drive.
Built around a steel perimeter frame frame, the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo suspends its 261 kg (575 lbs) on anti-dive fork forks and uni-trak monoshock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1505 mm wheelbase providing stability.
Performance-wise, the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo achieves a claimed top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 20.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.
Today, the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo is considered a respected classic that attracts serious collector interest and continues to appreciate. Parts availability is rated as difficult, making ownership a dedicated pursuit. It remains an icon of Kawasaki motorcycling from 1980s.
Known Issues
- Cam chain issues on high-mileage engines
- Electrical system gremlins
Fun Facts
- With 112hp, the 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo was considered extremely powerful when launched
- The 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo was produced in Kawasaki's Japan facilities
- The 1985 Kawasaki GPZ750 Turbo featured a steel perimeter frame frame typical of 1980s design philosophy
Collector Information
- Parts Availability
- Difficult
- Collector Rating
- 7/10
Resources & Parts
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