CatalogCategoryNaked Used range$8,000–$11,500 Open recalls0 Best forCommuting
Kawasaki
Z900RS
The Z900RS wraps Kawasaki's 948cc inline-four in Z1-heritage retro styling — the same engine family as the Z900, giving it modern performance behind the classic aesthetic while keeping cornering ABS and TFT instrumentation on ABS-equipped models. Buyers choosing between it and the Triumph Bonneville T120 are trading the T120's parallel-twin character for a higher-revving four-cylinder with a more contemporary chassis; a 2024 front tire recall (24V270000) affects ABS variants — verify completion before purchase.
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948cc inline four
Engine
474 lbs
Weight
31.5 in
Seat
$12,499
MSRP
Used price, ownership cost, and rider-fit estimates are editorial. Verify before purchasing.
Rider fit
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Beginner5/10
Commuting7/10
Touring5/10
Off-road0/10
Two-up5/10
Sport5/10
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Known strengths
- Strong reliability record
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Years to buy
Best years
- 2024One of the safer used buys in the modern retro class.Best buy
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Recall snapshot
0 open campaigns
Last checked May 2, 2026 through MANUAL.
Configuration
2024 Base
naked motorcycle with 948cc inline four.