Built around Kawasaki's sport motorcycle platform, the 1994 Kawasaki Zephyr 750 utilizes a 738 cc (45 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 72 HP (52.6 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 56.9 Nm (42 lb-ft) at 7,300 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 97.6 HP per liter and a 2,200 rpm working window between peak torque (7,300 rpm) and peak power (9,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Zephyr 750 measures 201 kg (443 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.36 HP/kg (2.79 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance. The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 1991 to 1999, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
97.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.36 HP/kg (2.79 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
7,300–9,500 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement738.0 ccm (45.03 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power72.0 HP (52.6 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque56.9 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) @ 7300 RPM
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. KeihiK
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Wheels & Brakes
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø300 mm (11.8 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø230 mm (9.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight201.0 kg (443.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3582 HP/kg
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
Reserve Fuel3.00 litres (0.79 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Notes
Area code EU,UK,FR,AR,FG,GR,NR,SP,ST: frame range ZR750C 040001 - ZR750C 999999 engine range KZ750EE 150001 - KZ750EE 999999
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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