2002 Kawasaki Z750 review from Canada
"Good all-purpose low priced crowd pleaser, suited for the non-mechanically inclined"
What things have gone wrong with the motorcycle?
Nothing has gone wrong with it. Mine is the ZR7S model, 4-in-line, 738cc known as the Z750.
The 1000km routine recommended adjustments cost $310 Can-Dollars (70% labor), which I thought was expensive, but was reportedly normal. This included valve-shims and high labor due to a factory glued top gasket. However, future gaskets will be easier to fit, as no glue is used.
The worst feature is the design location of the battery. To remove the battery, one has to remove the seat, then the air intake/filter box.
The side covers on the bike are tricky to remount after removal, and the hardware is not durable.
General comments?
An excellent all-purpose bike. About a 1" longer wheelbase than similar bikes and a somewhat softer suspension gives it a nice highway cruising ride. Cornering is OK, but I cannot seem to keep up with the 1200cc bikers.
High seat height means you should be 5'-10" tall or over, but this adds to thrill in cornering.
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 | Cheap straightforward fun bike |
 | Fantastic for a first road bike, go and buy one |
| Would you buy another motorcycle from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Acceleration marks | 8/10 |
| Roll-on Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Handling marks | 8/10 |
| Braking marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 1500 kilometres |
| Previous motorcycle | Yamaha Maxim 400 |
| Date of Entry | 20th February, 2005 |