Motorcycle specifications KawasakiZ 750 S 2006 Beyond horizons

kawasaki has played (and succeeded in playing) a very nice game with its ebullient Z roadsters. Proud of their devastating aesthetics, tip-top chassis and hot-blooded engines, the 750 and 1000 have made a remarkable entry into the motorcycle landscape. The youngest of the line has seen its scope of action broadened by the adoption of a fork head. A new face, a new rear end, and voilà: the Z 750 S.
On this new roadster, the factory has taken care to keep the best of the best and to equip it with some very nice features. The frame and engine have been retained (so much the better), allowing us to have just as much fun on this little devil. The tiny forkhead of the standard version is replaced by a voluminous fairing top with a singular style. The optics offer a striking look, while the bubble augurs well for protection.
And that rump... have you seen that rump? A subtle evolution of the ZX-10R's, redesigned to accommodate a unique seat and elegant passenger grips. You'll soon have to get rid of the infamous mud flap to enjoy this magnificent tush.
Plastic isn't the only thing we can applaud. The dashboard has also evolved, and in a positive direction. High-tech fans will regret the disappearance of the futuristic but not very legible speedometer introduced on the ZX-6RR. In its place is a classic double needle meter with 2 small digital windows. Simple, legible, practical.
The images are mouth-watering - the discovery promises to be captivating.

one of the Z 750 S's major advantages over its mid-displacement rivals is its greater cubic capacity. Call it what you like, but the more torque you've got, the better; especially since you get it sooner. It's this advantage that gives the Z 750 more trunk space than its rivals. The revised fuel injection system for this S version has done nothing to alter this machine's endearing character. The mill kicks in from 5,000 rpm, then gradually gains in power as it reaches 8,000 rpm. This is where the Kawa character comes into its own: the 4-cylinder flies off with a vengeance as it approaches the red zone. The ZX-9R 's re-bored engine is always brilliant, and offers a wider range of use than the competition. There's no need to shift the gearbox every 5 seconds to get the most out of it.

the addition of the front aerodynamic appendage has not altered any of the Z's qualities. As efficient and precise as ever, the 750 S nonetheless boasts a few subtle differences. Firstly, stability, even better on fast stretches of road thanks to the fork head. Secondly, its dynamic character. The S looks wiser than the standard Z. It seems a little less incisive, more tempered in its actions. You only need to ride it a little more to rediscover the Z's playful side. In fact, she no longer laughs on her own; you have to tickle her a little.
This is not due to the firmer fork springs, but more to the rider's position. On the S, the rider sits less in a sporty position, in favor of a "relaxation area". As the handlebars have been raised and brought closer to the rider, the position is more natural, relieving the strain on the wrists and allowing the rider to take on the long distances.
You can now ride at speeds of over 150 km/h quite comfortably, as the bubble offers decent protection for a standard-sized rider. Legs won't fare so well in the rain. The lateral lines of the fork head hug the tank (classy) and spray your knees with water when the celestial locks open (not so cool). Don't forget to grease the chain after every ride in the rain. Too bad the 750 S doesn't come with a center stand - that would have been handy.

with this half fairing, the Z 750 is more roadworthy. This is a tricky task for a motorcycle with a sporty character, and the S pulls it off rather well, with only a few shadows limiting its pretensions. The seat isn't much more comfortable than that of the Z naked, the passenger footrests are too high, and there are complaints about the "half-tone" protection. These practical aspects aside, the S can claim to be one of the best roadsters in the mid-size category.

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