Please note: This is part of the Mark Boeddeker collection. This bike has been prepped for display and does not currently have a battery installed. As such, there is no cold start video.
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1991 Kawasaki ZX-7R.
The “K” model of the ZX-7R, built between 91-92, was a homologation special built in limited numbers so Kawi could go racing in AMA Superbike.
For that extra dough you got a whole bunch of goodies, including 120 horsepower from a tweaked engine, close-ratio six speed transmission, Keihin 39mm flat slide carbs, aluminum (versus steel) tank, lighter subframe with a solo seat/fiberglass tail, and fully adjustable suspension with a remote reservoir rear shock.
The extra power came from a higher redline (+500rpm), higher compression, and larger cams, plus the bike weighed 10 pounds less. It may look rather similar to the standard J model ZX-7, but it was happier on the track than the street thanks to the above changes and a very tall first gear. In a 1992 test, Performance Bikes magazine got 110 horsepower at the rear wheel (Kawasaki claimed 120 at the crank) and hit 158.5 miles per hour – all while returning 41 average miles per gallon.
Fun fact: you can tell if the fairings are proper K model panels when you see the supplemental hole on the right side – that’s to adjust the flatslides. Regular J models had CV carbs and no adjustment hole.
Manufactured January 1991, this example is VIN: JKAZXDK11MA000678.
The odometer shows 1,776 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Mileage: 1776 MI
Gas Tank Internal Condition: GOOD
Engine Oil Level: GOOD
Engine Oil Quality: FAIL AGED
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: LOW
Coolant Quality: FAIL AGED
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL MORE THAN 3% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL MORE THAN 3% H2O
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL MORE THAN 3% H2O
Final Drive Condition: MARGINAL DRY AND DIRTY
Headlight High Beam: UNKNOWN
Headlight Low Beam: UNKNOWN
Passing Light: UNKNOWN
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: TBD
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90
Forks: GOOD
Shock/s: GOOD
Tire Date Code Front: 3503
Tire Date Code Rear: 1403
Tire % Remaining Front: 99
Tire % Remaining Rear: 99
Tire Press. Front: 36
Tire Press. Rear: 38
Battery Standing Voltage: NONE
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: TBD
Running Condition: NO START ATTEMPTED
Test Ride Completed: NO
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
STEERING DAMPER
ZERO GRAVITY SCREEN
NON STOCK SILENCER
REAR FENDER REMOVED
POLISHED CHAIN GUARD
POLISHED SILENCER BRACKET
SMALL FRONT TURN SIGNALS
Recommended service:
Carb service
Replace tires
Replace oil and filter
Replace coolant
Install new battery
Service chain
Bleed all 3 hydraulic lines
The seller notes “all stock parts included with the sale.”
Modifications:
Muzzy full system exhaust.
Zero Gravity windscreen.
Aftermarket turn signals.
Polished chain guard. Swingarm spools.
Steering damper.
License plate mount removed.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Race tires with date codes of 1403 and 3503.
The sale includes two keys, rear stand, original exhaust, license plate mount, turn signals, windscreens, tool kit, ownership documents, maintenance records, and various parts.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Kawasaki is offered on a clean Nevada title. Have any ZX-7R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
