The last two decades of the last century were truly prolific in terms of preparations of this style. Muzzy SB-750 Raptor which we present today. A mount from which a small series of only 50 units and now we can get one of them, recently put up for sale on the famous eBay advertising portal.
As we have learned from our colleagues, Bike Urious It was in 1997 when Kawasaki handed over a ZX-7R to the specialist Rob Muzzy (in charge of the brand’s racing department since 1989), with the intention of developing a very special preparation. As a result, this Muzzy SB-750 Raptor which ended up competing in Formula USA. After the good reception of the model, it was decided to create the aforementioned series with a base price that started from $18,000 about 16,500 euros at the current exchange rate.
Muzzy SB-750 Raptor in detail
As part of the additional equipment that the Muzzy SB-750 Raptor The highlights were a Kayaba front fork, Ohlins rear monoshock and braking equipment that included 6-piston front calipers from Tokico. If we wanted to go up a notch in terms of performance, we could equip an 850 cc engine kit for around $4,000 more. We also got a magnesium single-sided swingarm from the Italian brand RAM, after shelling out another $3,750 extra.
On his own work, Muzzy commented: “The Raptor brings the concept of a ‘tuned car’ to the motorcycle enthusiast. Following in the tradition of the Shelby Cobra, Callaway Camaro and Saleen Mustang, the Raptor takes a stock Kawasaki ZX-7R and refines it to meet the desires of the most comfortable street rider, collector or racer.”
The procedure to get one of these, as detailed by the Cycle World team in 1997, was to buy the ZX-7R from one of the brand’s dealers. It was then sent to Muzzy’s facilities to be prepared according to the customer’s demands in terms of equipment. Afterwards, the bike was returned to the dealer to be delivered to its new owner along with the rest of the standard parts.
As a result of the improvements we could have up to 150 HP of power for just 184 kilos dry, figures unattainable for any production sports car of the time. In any case, if you want to know all the available options and modifications that could be implemented, we recommend you take a look at it to the test article from the American publication.
The specimen, which is currently for sale in Tucson, Arizona, for a price of $21,995just over 20,000 euros for sale, corresponds to the VIN JKAZXDP17VA016541 and currently has just 3,900 miles on its odometer. The seller comments: “Genuine Muzzy with all documentation. The body has been restored and I am installing the seat and indicators.”
We do not know if it has the side fairings, although it clarifies that “Please note that this listing is a work in progress and I will be adding or removing photos etc. over the course of a few days.” You can find all the detailed information about this incredible Muzzy SB-750 Raptor by clicking on this link.
