It is true, as we have been able to find out, the Kawasaki Z900 does not appear on the list of new colors for next season, which could indicate the arrival of a new version of the Z900 in 2025. But, as usual, the designer Kar Lee has already imagined what it could be like, highlighting a lighter and shorter chassis in the design.
As a matter of fact, it is estimated that the new Z should weigh at least 10 kg less to better compete in a market where rivals are increasingly lighter. There is also speculation about the possible appearance of a new Kawasaki Z1000either as a replacement or as a complement to the Z900. Furthermore, there might even be a Z1100following the leak of certain technical data on a new Kawasaki Versys 1100.
Obviously, Kawasaki has had great success since 2017 with the Z900. A motorcycle that has been in high demand by customers and that started its marketing with a price of just over 10,000 eurosHowever, it seems that Kawasaki is considering making changes. The fact that the Z900 not included in the list of new colors for 2025 suggests that an update could be on the way. And, although the Z900 It is still an excellent motorcycle, there is a consensus that it has room for improvement.
Of course, the possible improvements would not necessarily affect the inline four-cylinder engine of the Z900which with 948 cc and 125 HP It already competes directly with other models such as the Yamaha MT-09 and the Triumph Street Triple 765. However, with the new Honda CB1000 Hornetwhich is expected to have at least 150 hp. Clearly, the competition will intensify next year.
This is what the long-awaited Kawasaki Z900, Z1000 or even Z1100 would look like
What we do know for sure is that one of the weak points of the Z900 is its weight. At its launch, the Z900 It was a significant improvement over the Z800going from 231 kg to 214 kg with a full tank, a reduction of 17 kg. Even so, rivals such as the KTM 890 Dukethe Triumph Street Triple 765 and the Yamaha MT-09 weigh less than 200 kg. Now, to stay competitive, the Z900 may need a significant redesign of its chassis, following examples such as that of the Ducati Panigale V4which uses an extremely lightweight aluminum chassis.
The design we propose suggests a lighter and more compact chassis, similar to that of the Panigale V4which could reduce the weight of the Z900 by around 10kg, bringing it closer to its lighter rivals. In addition, the design includes a shorter tank and a fairing with more aggressive headlights, inspired by the Kawasaki Z1000. High quality components such as brakes and suspension Ohlins They would also be incorporated to improve sports performance.
Maintaining a competitive price similar to that of the Z900 current, which is around 10,000 eurosthe new Z could remain a highly attractive option within the popular sport naked segment. Another possibility is the return of the Kawasaki Z1000a model that was in production until 2020 and could be resurrected with a larger engine and at least 142 hp.
Be careful, they could also go all out and give birth to a new one. Kawasaki Z1100based on the four-cylinder platform of the Versys 1100which was leaked in August of this year, and of which we told you all its secrets. By the way, with more than 150 HP, this new Z1100 could compete in the high-performance maxi naked segment. We’ll see what happens in the future with the new Z.
