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Introduced in 1989, the ZXR400 was one of the first and most popular of the 400 cubic centimeter sport bikes that swept across Japan (and later Europe) in the 1990s. The H model was produced first, and it was superseded by the L series in 1991. The L series had increased horsepower but less torque, and updated slimmer rear styling. The ZXR featured an impressive 14,500 rpm redline, which is a hint that the 398cc inline four needed to be worked hard to make speedy progress.
The ZXR400 made ~64 hp @ 13,000 rpm, with almost 27 lb-ft torque — not bad, considering it weighed in at 351lbs dry and could reach a top speed of nearly 140mph. It was a surprisingly capable all-around mount: reasonably comfortable for commuting or getting to the twisty bits, at which point you could enjoy great handling due to the small size and weight paired with quality components: upside down fork, Uni-trak rear suspension, aluminum chassis, and slipper clutch. Many reviewers felt that it delivered more performance than anything else in its category.
This example is VIN: ZX400L013126. It came to Iconic as an import from Japan; prior history is not known.
The odometer shows 41,689 kilometers (25,904 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us replace the battery, clean and sync the carbs, repair an oil leak at the cam chain tensioner, and service the chain. We also repaired the front right turn signal, replaced the grips, replaced the mirrors, repaired a crack in the tank cover, and removed the toll payment system and phone mount.
Steve did the work, he notes the following in his condition report:
Tire Year Front: 1818 / Rear: 3818
Tire Life Front: 30% / Rear: 80%
Tire Press Front: 36PSI / Rear: PSI
Brake Life Front: 60% / Rear: 60%
Hydraulic Quality: Ok Level: ok
Oil Quality: Ok Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Ok Level: Ok
Low Beam: Ok
High Beam: Ok
Turn: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light: Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Kill: Ok
Horn: Ok
Battery: New
Notes:
• JMCA EXHAUST
• TORN PASSENGER SEAT
• RASH ON RH SIDE
• MISSING TAB IN LH FAIRING
• RH BAR BENT
• TEAR IN SEAT
Modifications:
JMCA shotgun exhaust.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on IRC RMC 810 tires with date codes of 1818 and 3818.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Kawasaki is offered on a clean Oregon title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title. Have any ZRRX400 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
