Positioned in Kawasaki's custom - cruiser motorcycle lineup, the 1985 Kawasaki ZL 900 Eliminator features a 908 cc (55.4 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line four, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 105 HP (76.6 kW) at 9,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 85.3 Nm (62.9 lb-ft) at 8,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 115.6 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (8,000 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 ZL 900 Eliminator measures 238 kg (525 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.44 HP/kg (2.27 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 745 mm (29.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,595 mm (62.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 11-liter (2.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 216 km/h (134 mph).
Specific Output
115.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.44 HP/kg (2.27 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,000–9,500 rpm
Standover Height
745 mm (29.3 in)
Engine
Displacement908.0 ccm (55.41 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line four, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line four, four-stroke
Power105.0 HP (76.6 kW)) @ 9500 RPM
Torque85.3 Nm (8.7 kgf-m or 62.9 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke72.5 x 55.0 mm (2.9 x 2.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor. 4 keihin cvk 32
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Ignitiontransistorized
Lubricationforced lubrication wet sump
CoolingLiquid
Max RPM10500
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutchconstant mesh return shift
Performance
Top Speed215.7 km/h (134.0 mph)
0-100 km/h3.00 seconds
Exhauststainless 4 into 2
Chassis
Frame Typetubular double cradle
Rake29.0°
Trail102 mm (4.0 inches)
Front Suspensiontelescopic fork pneumatic
Front Travel150 mm (5.9 inches)
Rear Suspensionswingarm twin pneumatic shocks
Rear Travel110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase1595 mm (62.8 inches)
Ground Clearance145 mm (5.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-18 56h
Rear Tyre160/80-15 74h
Front BrakesDouble disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight238.0 kg (524.7 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4412 HP/kg
Seat Height745 mm (29.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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