If you turn back the clock on classic male escalation you’ll find that the 900cc class used to reign supreme over sportbikes. The ZX-9R was Kawasaki’s entrant to the top dog realm. While it was intended to carve canyons, the first generation was introduced with a bit of extra heft. One could argue that the first generation of anything could use some fine tuning. The motor pulled hard, with a chassis that was not quite on par with competitors. Howevemr if you can convince yourself that the ZX-9R is a sport touring machine, there is plenty of fun to be had before the limits of 90s design become evident. Visordown offers a good breakdown of the model by generation, with common issues to look out for.
This 1995 Kawasaki ZX-9R (VIN: JKAZX2B15SA018618) is being offered with only 6,813 miles on the odometer. The listing notes that there are some exterior blemishes, and the right side turn signal is hanging by the wire. The tires should also be replaced due to age. On the plus side, the bike is completely original, including even the stock rear fender with indicators. Since the scratches are already there, this bike is a great candidate for a weekend warrior, and could be happily ridden without fear of damaging your $2,300 investment. Otherwise, it makes a great base for a complete restoration with only minor work and a new gas tank required.
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