1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R

1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R

The 1994 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R packs a 899cc DOHC inline-4 engine with 139hp into a sport bike package from Kawasaki.

Specifications

Engine

Type
DOHC inline-4
Displacement
899 cc
Cylinders
4
Power
139 hp @ 10500 rpm
Torque
96.0 Nm
Compression
Bore × Stroke
73.0 × 53.6 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
265 km/h (165 mph)
¼ Mile

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight
208 kg (459 lbs)
Wet Weight
228 kg (503 lbs)
Seat Height
790 mm
Wheelbase
1455 mm
Ground Clearance
Fuel Capacity
19.0 L

History & Story

Kawasaki's 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R arrived in 1994 as a sport bike designed for the discerning rider. Produced in Japan, it quickly earned recognition as a capable sport bike from the 1990s.

At the heart of the 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R sits a 899cc DOHC inline-4 engine producing 139 horsepower at 10500 rpm. The four-cylinder powerplant features a four-cylinder layout with water-cooled cooling, fed by 4x Keihin FCR carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 6-speed transmission and chain final drive.

The chassis employs a aluminum twin-spar frame with cartridge fork up front and uni-trak monoshock at the rear. Stopping power comes from dual disc front and single disc rear brakes. Tipping the scales at 208 kg (459 lbs) dry, the 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R offers a manageable riding experience with a 1455 mm wheelbase.

Performance-wise, the 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R achieves a claimed top speed of 265 km/h (165 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 19.0 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 139hp, the 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R was considered extremely powerful when launched
  • The 1994 Kawasaki ZX-9R's top speed of 265 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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