1985 Kawasaki ZL900 Eliminator

The 1985 1985 Kawasaki ZL900 Eliminator was introduced by Kawasaki as a cruiser aimed at riders seeking cruiser performance and style. Manufactured in Japan, it represented Kawasaki's vision for the four-cylinder cruiser market during the 1980s.

At the heart of the 1985 Kawasaki ZL900 Eliminator sits a 902cc DOHC inline-4 engine producing 105 horsepower at 9500 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with water-cooled cooling, fed by 4x Keihin carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 6-speed transmission and chain final drive.

Built around a steel backbone frame, the 1985 Kawasaki ZL900 Eliminator suspends its 241 kg (531 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and uni-trak monoshock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1550 mm wheelbase providing stability.

Performance-wise, the 1985 Kawasaki ZL900 Eliminator achieves a claimed top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 17.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for cruiser duties. The seat height of 740 mm makes it accessible for most riders.