The “2020” Kawasaki Z900 Is Here But Isn’t All That New! Here’s Why

The 2020 Kawasaki Z900 is finally here. Well, it’s not exactly the 2020 model. What the Japanese bike maker has to offer instead is the Z900 Special Edition that’s powered by a Euro 4-compliant engine. It’s priced at Rs 7.99 lakh, a price hike of around Rs 29,000 over the previous-gen model which retails at Rs 7.69 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom). What you get for the price is the new Z “sugomi” styling as well as better features and updated mechanicals. The streetnaked will be available for a limited time period with two new colour options - grey and black. 

Notably, the launch price is only applicable for customers who are willing to pay the full price of the bike till 20 March 2020. These customers can expect delivery of the Z900 Special Edition by the end of February 2020. We’d hurry up if we were you as this price is expected to jump up to around Rs 8.50 lakh to Rs 9 lakh (ex-showroom) once the motor is updated to comply with Euro 5/BS6 emission norms. The Z900 Special Edition model is believed to be the same bike that’s sold in certain Asian countries which adhere to lower emission regulations.  

Here’s the official press release from the manufacturer for your reference.

Kawasaki launches New Z900 Special Edition at Launching price INR 799,000/-

India Kawasaki Motors Pvt. Ltd. (IKM) announces the launch of Z900 Special Edition for Indian customers. This new motorcycle is priced at INR 799,000-. The Z900 is available in 2 colours (Metallic Graphite Gray/Metallic Spark Black, Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Flat Spark Black) with limited stock.

Highlights of New Z900 Special Edition are:

1. 948cc inline four-cylinder engine (Cleaner Emissions/More Exciting Exhaust Sound)

2. Z “sugomi” styling (consists of a crouching stance, low-positioned head and upswept tail.)

3. Stronger Frame

4. Improved suspension settings

5. All LED lightings

6. 4.3” TFT colour instrumentation

7. KTRC (Kawasaki Traction Control)

8. Power Mode and integrated Riding Modes selection

9. Smartphone connectivity via RIDEOLOGY THE APP

10. Dunlop Sportsmax Roadsport 2 tyres

*Z900 Special Edition is WVTA Euro4 compliant.

Riders who are looking for upgrade from Middle weight segment to litre class segment, this is the time to definitely make a move. Kawasaki motorcycles possess both power and grace so are often recognised as being different to other bikes. This results from certain guiding principles adopted at the design stage. Rideology is Kawasaki’s rider-centric development philosophy focused on how the riding experience offered by a Kawasaki is crafted, ensuring that our machines are fun to ride and rewarding to control. This approach has been the force behind many of our legendary machines and in our pursuit of all possibilities; it will continue to guide the future creation of Kawasaki motorcycles

The Launching price of New Z900 Special Edition is INR 799,000- Ex-showroom. *Launching price applicable for all customers who make full payment till 20th March 2020. Customers can book The Z900 at the authorized dealership of IKM and can expect the delivery of the bike by end of February 2020. As this bike will be produced in limited quantity, the bookings will be closed after reaching targeted numbers.