Kawasaki Z750 twin

The Kawasaki KZ750B twin is a twin-cylinder, touring motorcycle announced in 1975 and manufactured from 1976 to 1979. It was based on the smaller Kawasaki KZ400 introduced in 1975.

Kawasaki Z750 twin
ManufacturerKawasaki
Parent companyKawasaki Heavy Industries
Production1975–1979
Engine745 cc (45.5 cu in) air-cooled, four-stroke, twin cylinder
Bore / stroke78 mm × 78 mm (3.1 in × 3.1 in)
Frame typeTubular Steel, heavily gusseted, double cradle
BrakesSingle disc front and rear
Wheelbase57 inches
DimensionsL: 85 inches
W: 32 inches
H: 45 inches
Fuel capacity3.2 Imperial gallons (14.5 litres)
RelatedKawasaki KZ400

The air cooled engine shared similar engine design with the KZ400 having chain-driven twin dynamic balancer shafts. The valve seats were hardened to allow use of low-grade fuel.

The machine was engineered to have a wide power band and smooth torque curve.

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