Cold Start:
Walkaround and Riding Clip:
As Rider magazine eloquently notes, the new-for-1986 Kawasaki Concours ZG1000 brought sport-touring to the masses: “In the 1980s factory sport-touring bikes were predominantly European, with most of those boasting the BMW roundel and ridden by well-heeled riders. Then, in 1986, Kawasaki dropped the ZG1000 Concours into the mix, making a sporty bike with a factory fairing and hard luggage affordable to all.” Motorcyclist took it a step further, calling the Concours “the most practical, useful and competent motorcycle made” and “superior to the BMW [K100LT] in almost every aspect imaginable.”
Eight years later, a significant revamp in 1994 brought a new seat, new gauges, chrome mufflers, a wider front wheel, two-piston front calipers with floating rotors, and spring preload adjusters on the fork. Because of that, most riders suggest that you look for a 1994 or newer model.
The engine is legendarily reliable, and the shaft drive means that you’ll spend much more time riding than maintaining it. Long trips are made much easier thanks to the large fairing, 7.5 gallon fuel tank, and factory detachable hard luggage. Plus, the long production run with minimal revisions (Kawasaki kept the ZG1000 going until 2006) means spare parts are still plentiful.
This example is VIN: JKAZGCA185B522750. The seller acquired it two years ago in Connecticut from the original owner.
During his ownership, the seller has covered two miles. The odometer shows 4,935 miles.
“I bought the bike as an investment to refurbish and resell. This is literally one of the very last ZG1000 sold in America.”
Maintenance:
“Rebuilt carbs, brakes bled, tank flushed, fuel tap upgraded and measured to insure the engine was not damaged due to hydrolocking.”
Modifications:
Murphs tip over protectors front and rear.
Corbin seat and removable backrest, factory luggage.
Bar risers.
Driving lights.
Upgraded fuel tap.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop K700/701 tires that have aged out.
The sale includes 1 ignition key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Warwick, Massachusetts, this Kawasaki is offered on a clean Massachusetts title. Have any Concours stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
