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“Worth the wait”

★★★★★

written by KZRider on 08/09/2014

I'm 54 and have owned dozens of street bikes over the past 35+ years. Ive owned everything from old Pan Head Hogs to new sport bikes. I've always wanted one of these since they first came out and finally got my hands on one this past year. It's a 2000 model in black/ silver and only had 8000 miles on it. It was garage kept and immaculate! Literally not a scratch! Like all who have posted before me...this thing handles like a dream! Not too much power that it makes it unusable but more than enough to have an absolute blast on! I tend to buy and sell pretty often but I'm keeping this one till I can't ride. It now has a home for life along with a KZ1000, ZRX1100, 67 Super Hawk and an R75/6.

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“1997 Kawasaki ZX7R (P2 model)”

★★★★☆

written by SeanVincent on 29/04/2014

In 1997 I bought a brand new black ZX7R Ninja. It was the best looking sports bike on the market at the time in my opinion, it looked mean and fast just standing still. The front end sat low and the rear high. Without doubt the ZX7R is the best handling bike I have ever owned. The front end was incredible and simply steered wherever you wanted it to go - even under heavy braking in a curve this thing would not sit up. It was very quick and wasn't that far off 170 mph when held open. Most importantly, 122 BHP at the crank made the power usable. It had a good turn of speed in the mid range and from then on it would storm toward the red line with the intoxicating sound of that typical kawasaki forced air intake/exhaust induced growl which was unique to that bike. The main competitor (the GSXR 750) although a very fine bike, sounded pants in comparison. To add to the mix I replaced the heavy standard can with a Devil number; the best sounding exhaust note to come from an inline 4 that I have ever heard (barring race bikes of course). I left the front USD suspension on the settings that it had out of the crate, but I increased the rear ride height by a good couple of turns. It went into corners nice and fast and shot out of them like it was on steroids. I want another!! I held onto this bike for 5 years and put 30000 miles on her. Apart from the usual servicing costs, numerous tyres (mainly Michelin Pilot Sports) and a chain and sprocket set nothing went wrong on this bike. 100% reliable. Bad points - none. However, at the time I bought this beauty I had just turned 32 and at 6ft 1" I must say that I found the seating position very radical. The hand grips sat below the top yoke and stretched the rider over the tank into an extreme head down bottom up position(almost a proper race crouch) that took its toll on my wrists after about 30 minutes of riding; but that did not stop me riding well in excess of this and I was happy to suffer the pain - it was well worth it. Eventually though, I sold the bike because at 37 I got fed up of aching wrists and riding with my knees around my ears; I stepped away from race reps to big nakeds purchasing a GSX 1400 K1.

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“Old skool hooligan”

★★★★★

written by Kingwaz on 06/05/2013

This is my second bike I have bought as a project, I picked it up November last year for a bargain £1000 because it had had a low speed drop and fairing damage, I spent the winter tinkering with it to get it how I wanted it to be. My maiden trip was a few days ago and I'm still smiling! This thing rocks, the brakes are superb really good feel and not spongy at all, gear changes are crisp and precise the shift pedal was set too low so that got adjusted and now things feel much better, handling wise it is faultless you have absolute confidence to cane it and to slam it through the corners and make yourself feel like Yanagawa, Russel, Gobert, back in the 90's. it goes like stink and the sound is awesome, people love the look of it and it does look special with its lime green paint. My only gripes with it are the steering turning circle is a joke and the riding position is head down arse up style which works well for a bit but its no cruiser/tourer, I suppose I want everything in one package but that's not easy to do.People say its a heavy beast and they are right it is heavy and slow speed manouvering is not easy especially with that turning circle however once its moving it doesn't show at all. I'm giving it a 4.5 out of 5 and would recommend it to anyone.

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“I bought a fireblade then a zx7r then an R1 and then a...”

★★★★★

written by on 05/04/2011

I bought a fireblade then a zx7r then an R1 and then a zx7r then another R1 and then you've guessed it- another 7r, say no more I'm keeping this one, and in all honesty I can go quicker on the 7r then all the others. A true classic.

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Guest's Comment

Written on: 15/08/2011

hi there, i am 6ft 5 and i have had 2 fireblades which were excellent and i now have a 2004 r1 which i cannot get on with, its very wooly in the corners no matter how i set it up, ive had it over a year and i am now selling it, does the zx7r handle and corner well???? the r 1 felt like it was always on ice which seems to be a popular comment on this bike, i just want something that will handle well, my other option is a 954 blade, can you help??? many thanks, laurenced jarrett

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“Truely one of the best things i have done was to buy...”

★★★★★

written by on 13/03/2011

Truely one of the best things i have done was to buy my zx7r, i have had a long absence from the biking scene ( my last bike was a Z750E - now living in the greenhouse), this bike handles better than others i have ridden (including Ducati Hailwood Replica) , it brakes on a sixpence and has the power to shame more modern bikes, it may be a little heavy, but once on the move that weight melts away- and its looks still get admiring glances from both car drivers and other bikers -I LOVE THIS BIKE

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“I bought my P4 as a stop gap to get me back into...”

★★★★★

written by on 28/12/2010

I bought my P4 as a stop gap to get me back into biking before I went newer/bigger. I can now honestly say after owning her for a while, there is no way I will be parting with her. At stand still she looks stunning with her customer paint job that has had many an admiring comment. On the go she sounds awesome with her stainless pipes. I like that she is big and heavy as this makes a stable/planted ride that begs you to go faster. My 6'4 height works well with the frame and riding position and the engine pulls from nothing to everything in no time. You can hear me from miles around as she screams up through the rev range. I would recommend this bike to anyone. Its simply brilliant. You just can't have mine

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7Rmonster's Comment

Written on: 04/05/2014

I have recently just bought mine, and I second everything you have typed! I have purchased an '98 all black with all chrome decals, as well as chrome handles on the tail, at a stand still she is absolutely brilliantly Stunning. She sports a straight pipe, with a slight turn of the wrist, transforms into a stalk raving Hooligan. king Kong on crack. fully open the throttle and you better have plenty of road, and one hell of a grip. in proper hands she will more embarrass many 6s' and still will hang with todays 1000's. A Bike any sport bike rider must own at least once in a lifetime. I'll get rid of the wife before I let it go. LOVE IT TO BITS!

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“I ve had the zx7r for a couple of years now and wouldn...”

★★★★★

written by BrunThierry on 26/08/2010

I ve had the zx7r for a couple of years now and wouldn t dream of having anything else, it comes a bit costy especially when ridden to the limit but what a beauty, it s still does 160 on the motorway chew quit a few pads especially in town but the handling is absolutly superb the repartition of the torq coming out of a turn is pure honey, i ve had bigger, newer, faster, lighter surely cheaper to run but Hey...NEVER better than the almighty ZX7 R. Just and simply a brilliant bike, preservation and restoration is a must truelly a vintage piece of history

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“ok ladies and gentlemen, i ve owned a zx7-r ninja now...”

★★★★★

written by on 24/03/2010

ok ladies and gentlemen, i ve owned a zx7-r ninja now for two yrs although i havnt passed my test yet !! i still take it out now and then to keep it in running order i love everything about the bike, but you know what ? it scares the **** out of me, should of renamed these ufo ninjas mine is a p4 with high peformance exhaust, if any one wants to do my test for me write in lol,cause otherwise this will be the only uncrashed version ever and will be a very nice collectable later on.if any one interested watch on you tube ferrari vs zx7-r ninja and zx7 flyby. so back to my zx7, yes def strong, solid and very very fast would i sell it ( NO ).

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“this is THE BEST bike i have owned, love the...”

★★★★★

written by on 20/10/2009

this is THE BEST bike i have owned, love the looks.built for britains roads.useable power with spot on handling,who cares that it is heavy it still hoiks front wheel up under hard acceleration and it can keep up with newer bikes on the A roads.get one fit a factory pro jet kit do the airbox mod fit decent pipe and you are laughing.ZX7R BEST BIKE ON THE PLANET.
well done kawasaki for this bike

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“Cracking bike. As has often been said before the...”

★★★★★

written by kingofreviews on 21/09/2009

Cracking bike. As has often been said before the Kawasaki ZX7R is heavy, but for most of us that makes it feel better not worse - more stable and planted. And of course what it does have is a fabulous front end - really, I can;t think of many other bikes I have ridden that have inspired more confidence as you chuk it into a corner even on a track. And maybe that's the point with this bike - not being overpowered makes you less twitchy on exiting corners, and happier to give it plenty of throttle in the knowledge that you are less likely to spin the rear tyre, and that you know exactly what your front wheel is doing...

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“I spent a lot of time looking into these Kawasaki ZX7R...”

★★★★★

written by Esab on 08/09/2009

I spent a lot of time looking into these Kawasaki ZX7R bikes. I have to say its the best thing I have ever done when I decided to buy mine. Its solid..steady and fills you with confidence. Not once has it tried to bite me and has taken everything in its stride.
Its quite happy pottering around town but really comes into its own when you let it start to breath...and oh how it breathes..the induction roar is something you can never get bored of hearing and it just increaes the grin factor x10 when it really gets going.
When you come upon the twisty bits it just eats them up without a murmer. Its no lightweight in comparison to the latest kit out there but its like its on rails when you turn in.
It may be 10 years old but it still looks as good as the day it left the showroom. I have lost count of the people who make a point of coming up to me and commenting on it.
If you rthinking of getting one....do it! Becoming a classic rapidly and still good enough to keep up with most out there in the right hands. You wont regret it I promise you.

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“I keep my Kawasaki ZX7R bike in the living room as I...”

★★★★★

written by idevil on 30/07/2009

I keep my Kawasaki ZX7R bike in the living room as I love it to bits and it is the best bike I have ever owned. I'm a hardcore rider who throws the bike in all sorts of tests but this beast is so reliable and yeah, you don't need a big engined bike to keep up or outclass other riders. It's the experience. A big fan of the Kawasaki ZX7R

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“The Kawasaki ZX7R is a fantastic bike, very strong and...”

★★★★★

written by on 18/04/2009

The Kawasaki ZX7R is a fantastic bike, very strong and superb handling. It is on the heavy side, but very stable at high speed and in corners. I had mine since 1998 (bought new), can't believe it's been 11 years already!! In Canada, the riding season is short, but every time I get on it, the feeling's just the same. With my 26 years of riding, it is till the best bike for me. It has K&N filter, steel lines, and carbon end-can w/ 130 bhp@ rear. Running a mixed Mich-Pilot Sport front and Bridgestone-BT-010 rear, I usually don't mix, but it is a good combo for this bike. Brakes are strong and the engine is very reliable. It's still turn heads. If you could find a clean one, pick one up ASAP. You won't be disappointed.

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“Bought my Kawasaki ZX7R 1996 zx7r for £1100 spent a...”

★★★★★

written by ross1971 on 01/03/2009

Bought my Kawasaki ZX7R 1996 zx7r for £1100 spent a little on a hugger and brake lines and I can honestly say its the best value for money bike I've owned.
Was at a bike shop open day recently and it got more attention than the new bikes and had 4 offers to buy it ( red and purple ).

Everyone should own one at some point in their biking life, if only as a benchmark for all the others. Good points are handling, looks, engine, storage and ability to show the 1000 boys how it is done!

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“I own 5 motorcycles and I prefer to ride zx7-r. It has...”

★★★★★

written by tatters53 on 28/02/2009

I own 5 motorcycles and I prefer to ride zx7-r. It has to be one of the most comfortable sport bikes I've ridden, and you can't touch it in the corners. never been a problem so far mechanically, and looks good. A little on the heavy side, not enough power to keep up with pack on straights,

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“Great bike wouldnt have anything else....”

★★★★★

written by mikehooker88 on 12/12/2008

Great bike wouldnt have anything else. Handling,power,ease to ride, great cornering, gentle or a monster, meaning you can go great distances with ease and within a good time.

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“Reliable, stable, lots of torque, fast, I got 267km on...”

★★★★★

written by fabio67 on 09/12/2008

Reliable, stable, lots of torque, fast, I got 267km on the clock on motorways, where the are no limits.
Enough space under seat to store 3 anti cut heavy duty chains and a spyball alarm.
As with all sport bikes, space needed for rain gear too to fit somewhere.
A note to bike manufactures, there are a lot of countries where it rains, I ' m 41 and will ride till I die, but as I get older I will always speed. But I ' d like to stay dry and not carry a bag everywhere! Please take this info onboard when designing the next great bike! Happy thoughts to you all, and smile it ' s a great world out there, explore it!
Would all bike manufactures please do something about rear vision, like a rear cameras wide angle and the mirrors could be screens, we need more visibility. I can be contacted by designers if they want a mature opinion, on safety, without compromising speed.

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Curvecrazy's Response to fabio67's Review

Written on: 19/03/2018

You might want to acquire a BugEye helmet mirror and give that a go as far as good rear viewing. Your point about OEM mirrors is excellent and so many show only the riders elbows. The problem I see with rear view cameras is gettin* the right perspective(width of view vs distance clarity) and the problem of the camera getting gunned with dirt rain water etc in operation making the setup useless. The BugEye requires the rider to turn his head slightly to see behind but the view is life sized, crystal clear, without vibration. It was designed by an engineer with many iterations to final product. It works exceptionally and these mirrors are all that I’ve used since 2001. That was when I first came across one. They’re about $20USD presently. Cheap. Effective.

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“I have just bought the Kawasaki ZX750 P2 Ninja and I...”

★★★★★

written by Phil4180 on 03/12/2008

I have just bought the Kawasaki ZX750 P2 Ninja and I beleive that I have made the right choice due to the comments and feed back by other more experienced riders than me.

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“I have owned loads of bikes in the last 25 years, from...”

★★★★★

written by on 11/10/2008

I have owned loads of bikes in the last 25 years, from 250 rockets to 1200 cc sports tourers. I picked up a 96 Kawasaki ZX7R for £500 with only 4,500 miles on the clock. After a good service, new fork seals (where it had been unused for ages) a new battery, tyres and a bloody good clean, I love it! Sounds fantastic with a skorpion end can. Just fitted single seat conversion and it turns head everywhere I go.......one of my fave bikes ever!

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Phil4180's Comment

Written on: 03/12/2008

I have just bought a 98 P2, It's my first bike for about 20 yrs, I can't ride it yet as my test is in 16 days, but I already love it's looks and although I can't ride it on the road, I will be riding it this coming weekend on a private road and I'm really loking forward to that, it has an akripovic exhaust system and sounds great, once my test has been passed I will be looking for people to go out with on a ride, how does it handle the cold weather?

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“I have owned a zx7r p6 for 3 yrs now and have found it...”

★★★★★

written by on 07/10/2008

I have owned a zx7r p6 for 3 yrs now and have found it to be very reliable, when the p and n models were relised they were reportedly the fastest road going superbikes of there time, it's still a head turner even after they stopped producing it in 2003, as far as im aware there are still privateer racers using these bikes on the race track competing against the more modern superbikes of today, you will also find them on most trackdays, they are renowned for the stability and handling which makes them a great superbike for the novice.
They truly are a legend in the superbike world.

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