Kawasaki Z2 750RS (1973)

The Kawasaki Z2 750RS is a powerful motorcycle that was first released in 1973. It features a four stroke, transverse four cylinder engine with a capacity of 746 cc. The bike is air cooled and has a compression ratio of NA. It is fueled by four Mikuni VM 26 SC carburetors and runs on battery and coil ignition. The Z2 has both electric and kick starting options.

At its peak, the Z2 can reach a maximum power of 69 horsepower and 5.9 kgf-m of torque. It has a five speed transmission and a final drive chain with a ratio of 2.80 (42 rear tooth / 15 Front tooth). The frame of the motorcycle is made of steel double cradle, and its front suspension is telescopic forks while its rear suspension is dual shock swing arm. The front brake of the Z2 is a single disc, while the rear brake is a drum brake. The motorcycle runs on a 3.25-19 front tyre and a 4.00-18 rear tyre.

The Kawasaki Z2 750RS weighs about 230 kg and can hold up to 17.7 liters of fuel. Overall, this motorcycle is a classic example of powerful muscle and old school style.


Technical specifications:

Make Model: Kawasaki Z2 750RS

Year: 1973


Engine: Four stroke, transverse four cylinder. DOHC
Capacity: 746 cc / 45.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 64 58 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: NA
Induction: 4x Mikuni VM 26 SC carburetors
Ignition: Battery & coil
Starting: Electric & kick
Max Power: 69 hp / 51.4 kW @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque: 5.9 kgf-m / 42.6 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Chain, 96 Link
Final Drive Ratio: 2.80 (42 rear tooth / 15 Front tooth)
Frame: Steel double cradle
Front Suspension: Telescopic forks

Rear Suspension: Swing arm dual shocks
Front Brakes: Single disc
Rear Brakes: Drum
Front Tyre: 3.25-19
Rear Tyre: 4.00-18
Dry Weight: 230 kg / 507 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 17.7 Litres / 4.6 US gal

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