Inheriting the exciting and rider-friendly concept of its predecessors, the new Z900 benefits from chassis and engine updates that contribute to even greater street-riding fun. An enhanced electronic rider support package includes IMU feedback and Kawasaki's latest dual-direction KQS (operating from as low as 1500rpm), plus when it's time to get from point A to point B, ride-enhancing features like electronic cruise control and Kawasaki's first “turn-by-turn” navigation system help ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey. 

A major part of a sharper-looking innovative front end is the new precise and compact headlights, plus an advanced LED taillight. New brushed aluminium side shrouds and other accents give the Z900 a high-quality, metallic look while the new, more comfortable seat is flatter to allow the rider to shift around easily and maintain attention on the large 5” all-digital TFT colour instrumentation plus the convenience of electronic cruise control as standard.

In a Kawasaki first, turn-by-turn navigation can be displayed on the instrument panel, allowing the rider to see where the next turn should be made, while compatibility with Rideology The App Motorcycle allows the rider to control various functions by voice command**.

That is not all though. In fact, the list of new features on the 2025 stretches into the distance and includes updated camshaft profiles contributing to improved fuel economy plus increased torque at lower rpm and new ECU settings aiding a 16% potential increase in fuel economy plus reduced CO2 emissions over the previous model. Kawasaki's KTRC traction control also features as well as selectable power modes and integrated riding modes.    

For the rider, the front seat shape has been updated with thicker urethane and two seat heights are possible*** via the ERGO-FIT High seat at 830mm and an alternative ERGO-FIT Low seat at 810 mm.  And forward of the seated rider, the aluminium fat-type handlebar offer an improved rigidity and imbues a sense of pride and purpose. 

Sugomi is not just about the face of the new Z900. The advanced LED taillight features a light guiding design creating a cutting-edge, 3D appearance while practically, a cockpit area USB Type-C outlet (standard equipment on the SE model) offers a discreet and convenient charging point.

In addition to the standard Z900, the Special Edition model features higher-grade suspension (including an Öhlins rear shock), Brembo front brake components, and special colour and graphics while the European market will also feature 70 kW and 35 kW models offering A2 European licence compliant access to Z Supernaked excitement for a wider range of riders.

Z fans across Europe have been hungry for a new iteration – so let the feast begin! 

Z900 colours:
Metallic Moondust Grey / Metallic Spark Black / Candy Lime Green
Metallic Spark Black / Metallic Carbon Grey / Ebony
Metallic Carbon Grey / Metallic Phantom Silver / Candy Persimmon Red

Z900SE colour:
Metallic Matt Graphite Grey / Ebony / Metallic Graphite Grey(SE model is not available in a 70Kw version)

*Sugomi describes core performance and styling elements found in Kawasaki's Z Supernaked models. 
**Voice command and navigation functions will be available only to users who have a licence. Support for these functions varies depending on the country
***The standard seat height in Europe is 830mm 

To win, we asked you to click "going" on the 2024 Motorcycle Live event on the Club Kawasaki forum...

We have randomly selected three winners from the RSVP list, congratulations to:

Philip Watts

Debs

LordColin

We will be in touch via email with your tickets. 

Thank you to everyone who entered! 

If you haven't bought your tickets for Motorcycle Live 2024 yet, we still have a few Club Preview Event Tickets available for the opening day of the show on Saturday 16th November. 

Your ticket will not only get you early access to the show (with all the benefits listed below) but also includes another year of Club Kawasaki membership! 

What's included?

Saturday 16th November

9:00 - 10:00

Motorcycle Live Show ticket included (currently £25 including admin fee on the Motorcycle Live website)

Hot breakfast roll & hot drink on arrival

Kawasaki new model overview

Access to the Club Kawasaki hospitality with viewing area

Group photo

Club Kawasaki membership renewal included - we'll add 12 months membership onto your account, making this a fantastic value package! If you're purchasing tickets for guests who are not yet members, we'll contact you for their details to create their membership.

Tickets are £59.95 and can be purchased on the online Club shop here:

In a three-year deal stretching from 2025 to 2027, Kawasaki will provide the official motorcycle for the prestigious and historic race as well as an impressive list of other events totalling twenty-two races in all.

Choosing a fleet of forty-five examples of the new 2025 Versys 1100 as the nominated machine for the initial year of the partnership, Kawasaki is re-energising a relationship with the world's most famous cycling race that stretches back to the mid-1980's and previously featured such key Kawasaki machines as the GTR1000 and, more recently, the 1400GTR. 

With a combination of all day comfort plus increased power and torque for the 2025 sales season, the Versys 1100 will fulfil a number of essential roles in terms of organising and controlling the races such as road opening and key event support functions across the Tour de France and other European events including the iconic Paris-Roubaix, La Flèche Wallonne, Liège-Bastogne-Liège and La Vuelta. Across the first year of the agreement each machine is expected to cover an average of 20,000 km. 

Identified as a “Destination: Everywhere” motorcycle, the Versys 1100 represents the pinnacle of Kawasaki's any-roads philosophy combining all-day comfort, performance and state-of-the-art technology including rider to motorcycle voice command interaction.  

Speaking of the partnership, Kawasaki Motors Europe President, Shigemi Tanaka, expressed the company's delight at rekindling an historic partnership. 

“Kawasaki has traditionally been associated with the colour green and this aligns perfectly with our drive towards carbon neutral clean, green energy, alternative fuels and cutting-edge innovations across the spectrum of new transport solutions plus further innovations within the scope of traditional internal combustion engine technology. 

The Tour de France - plus these twenty-one other incredible events we will be part of – represent a global showcase for human endeavour and extracting the maximum performance from rider and machine in an ecologically responsible environment. This aligns perfectly with our passionate approach to our products, and we are proud to re-ignite our relationship with world class cycling adding a further showcase for the exposure of our products and brand ideals.”

The 22 events that Kawasaki will be the official motorcycle for comprise: