Please note: The bike does not run, however the seller has provided a video showing that the bike turns over:
The GPX750 of the late 1980’s was no slouch in terms of power, and it even won Cycle World’s award for best 750cc streetbike in 1987 and 1988. Still, Kawasaki saw potential with a new class of Ninja using the 16-valve liquid cooled inline four from the GPX and in 1989 launched what would become one of their most iconic models. The ZX-7 was a completely new bike with a perimeter style aluminum frame, adjustable suspension, 17″ wheels front and back and a tweaked 750cc engine putting out a solid 105 horsepower.
Unlike the rare homologation specials released by other Japanese manufactures, the ZX-7 was an affordable 750cc bike that was available to everyone – racers and street riders alike. The ZX-7 was a really good road bike right out of the crate, but with some special parts and a bit of work it could be made into a very competent race machine, and for many years the bike saw incredible success on the race track. 1990 saw significant revisions to the engine and bigger carbs bringing more power, and a new swingarm changed the wheel base. 1991 ushered in a freshly restyled J model ZX-7 with more engine improvements, an inverted 43mm front fork, and a lighter frame.
1993 was a great year for the legendary ZX-7 – a model update meant it got the motor from the previous year’s homologation bike (minus the close-ratio transmission and the flat slide carbs) AND it was the first year of the ram-air intake! This bumped up power from 100 to 119 at the crank (a June 1995 test by Performance Bike Magazine showed 108.5 horsepower at the rear wheel). The engine was stuffed into an aluminum perimeter frame and the whole package weighed 452 pounds dry.
Manufactured in September 1992 this example is VIN: JKAZXDL12PA001499. The seller states “I bought this bike from a friend of my father in Spokane, Washington in 2010. From what I understand, this bike was bought in Germany by a family friend who was in the military. He brought it home to the states with him and rode it for many years until he sold it to me. I rode it in Washington state and then moved out to Colorado, bringing it with me. I rode the bike for transportation to and from work in the beautiful mountains. Everywhere I rode this bike, it turned heads.”
The odometer shows 37,696 miles. The seller has covered approximately 5,000 miles during her ownership.
Maintenance:
The seller states “The bike has had very little maintenance besides oil changes, as I have ridden it very little. It got new tires around 2015. The rear brake is not currently working and the bike does not start but it seems like the bike could be brought back to life with a little bit of effort.” He notes that it has a fresh battery.
Modifications:
The seller states “the bike has had the brake lights replaced with LED bulbs.” Fuel tank protector.
Front turn signals relocated.
Clutch master cylinder moved and Pro Grip hand grips.
Decals on the front fender and bellypan.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Metzler Sportec M3 tires which have aged out with date codes of 0212.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. The seller states “The bike has numerous cosmetic blemishes. These include major scratches and cracks on the plastics. The tank has minor blemishes. The seats have wear and could benefit from being reupholstered. The windshield has become yellowed. The front wheel has lost all of its coating.” Here is a selection:
Currently located in Gunnison, Colorado, this Kawasaki is offered on a clean Washington title. Have any ZX-7 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
