Kawasaki first introduced the GPz750 in 1982 as a direct replacement for the KZ750. Despite their similarities, the GPz brought with it a number of changes – it proved to be much more than a rehashed Z bike.
For instance, Kawasaki treated the steering head to some tapered bearings and swapped out the bike’s traditional handlebars in favor of a set of solid aluminum clip-ons. What’s more, the Big K modified the engine extensively, boosting the compression, redesigning the camshafts, and fitting it with a set of Mikuni 34mm carburetors. As if all of that wasn’t enough, Kawasaki gave the cylinder heads a new and improved combustion chamber and offered them with porting and polishing from the factory.
When combined with an all-new frame, Uni-Trak suspension, and a set of fresh brakes and wheels, such changes made the GPz750 the quickest stock 750 of its day. Cycle World recorded a 1/4 mile time of 11.93 seconds at 109.62mph, calling the GPz an “improved KZ750” that gave riders “that distinctive sense of raw strength, muscular and unbreakable.” In short: “the best in its class.”
Manufactured in May 1984, this example is VIN: JKAZXDA18EB503718. The seller acquired it from a friend two years ago.
During his ownership, the seller has covered less than 20 miles. The odometer shows 17,005 miles.
Maintenance:
“Cleaned carbs, cleaned-flushed & bleed rear brakes, new seals in rear master cylinder, flushed and bled front brakes.” The seller states that there are no known mechanical issues.
Modifications:
4 into 1 Vance & Hines exhaust.
DialAJet Kart fuel emulsifier.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin tires with date codes of 1013 and 1313.
The sale includes 1 ignition key and the owner’s manual.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“Rear fender right side crack @ turn signal, 2 small dents in tank, 2 scratches on tank.”
Currently located in Bloomington, Indiana, this Kawasaki is offered on a clean Indiana title. Have any GPz750 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
