1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R

1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R

Kawasaki released the 1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R in 1993 with a 748cc DOHC inline-4 powerplant making 112hp — a definitive sport bike.

Specifications

Engine

Type
DOHC inline-4
Displacement
748 cc
Cylinders
4
Power
112 hp @ 11500 rpm
Torque
74.0 Nm
Compression
Bore × Stroke
68.0 × 51.5 mm
Cooling
Water-cooled
Fuel System
4x Keihin FCR carburetors

Chassis & Transmission

Frame
Aluminum twin-spar
Front Suspension
Cartridge fork
Rear Suspension
Uni-Trak monoshock
Front Brake
Dual disc
Rear Brake
Single disc
Front Tyre
Rear Tyre
Transmission
6-speed
Final Drive
Chain

Performance

Top Speed
255 km/h (158 mph)
¼ Mile

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight
194 kg (428 lbs)
Wet Weight
212 kg (467 lbs)
Seat Height
790 mm
Wheelbase
1435 mm
Ground Clearance
Fuel Capacity
18.0 L

History & Story

The 1993 1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R 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 1990s.

Powering the 1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R is a 748cc DOHC inline-4 producing 112hp. This four-cylinder engine uses water-cooled cooling and draws fuel through 4x Keihin FCR carburetors. A 6-speed gearbox sends power via chain final drive to the rear wheel.

Weighing 194 kg (428 lbs) dry, the 1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R uses a aluminum twin-spar frame, cartridge fork front suspension, and uni-trak monoshock rear suspension. The braking system comprises dual disc front and single disc rear units.

Performance-wise, the 1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R achieves a claimed top speed of 255 km/h (158 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 18.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for sport bike duties. The seat height of 790 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Known Issues

  • Cam chain issues on high-mileage engines
  • Electrical system gremlins

Fun Facts

  • With 112hp, the 1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R was considered extremely powerful when launched
  • The 1993 Kawasaki ZX-7R's top speed of 255 km/h made it one of the fastest production bikes of the 1990s

Collector Information

Parts Availability
Good
Collector Rating
5/10

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