No Reserve – 1991 Kawasaki ZX-7R K1

Description

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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.

This example is VIN: ZX750K000229. It came to Iconic as an import from Italy.

The odometer shows 40,503 kilometers (25,167 miles).

Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us service the carbs, replace the air filter, and give the bike a detailing. Olly did the work, he notes the following in his condition report:

Tire Year Front: 1700 / Rear: 0201
Tire % Front/ Rear: Aged out
Tire Press Front: 36PSI / Rear: 38 PSI
Brake % Front: 25% / Rear : 15%
Hydraulic: 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: 12.87V Standing
Short test ride: Bike runs, operates as designed

Notes:
– Both front fork legs leak
– Front brakes and rotors need to be cleaned
– Needs chain replaced
– Swingarm paint is bad
– Rear cowl paint is bad
– Bodywork fasteners need to be replaced
– Recommend powder coating wheels
– Float height @ 9mm

Modifications:
Tank pad.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Metzeler MEZ3 tires that have aged out.

The sale includes two keys.

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 ZX-7R stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!