Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC - [2004] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC - [2004]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC
  • Year: 2004 | Type: Standard
  • Engine: 738 cc (45.0 ci) 8 Valve
  • Engine Type: Wankel | Cylinders: 4
  • Engine Stroke: Two | Valve Config: DOHC
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Air - Oil | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 5 speed / Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 210 kgs (462 lbs)
  • Power: 76 bhp (56 kW) @ 9500 rpm
  • Torque: 46.5 lb-ft (63.0 Nm) @ 7500 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 330.4 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 202.1 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 11.2 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 11.4 secs
  • Top Speed: 131 mph (210.8 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.47 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Kawasaki ZR-7 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC is the 5 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 2004. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 DOHC and the 2005 Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Matte Black Limited Edition.This particular Kawasaki ZR-7 has a 738cc Air - Oil cooled, Two stroke, Wankel Petrol powerplant with 4 cylinders and Carburettor.

Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020] image

An alternative Wankel engine, Standard style motorbike includes the Yamaha XSR 700 Twin - [2020]

The 2004 ZR-7 shares its Wankel engine and Standard style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin and the 2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the ZR-7's Standard style with a similar size of engine then how about the 2020 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2020cc.2018 Yamaha XSR 700 Twin | 2018cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC in the same weight category as the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ or the 2025 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT, give or take 50kg.

Suzuki SV 650 ABS - [2025] image

The 2004 Kawasaki ZR-7 shares the same bhp with the Suzuki SV 650 ABS - [2025]

In terms of power the 738cc 8 valve Wankel 4 cylinder engine produces 76 bhp (56 kW) @ 9500 rpm similar to the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS [73 bhp (54 kW) @ 8500 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha MT-07 Twin Cylinder [73.4 bhp (54 kW) @ 8750 rpm].

The DOHC Two stroke unit throws out torque of 46.5 lb-ft (63.0 Nm) @ 7500 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Yamaha YZF-R9 Triple [68.5 lb-ft (93.0 Nm) @ 7000 rpm] and the 2025 Yamaha T�n�r� 700 Rally [50.2 lb-ft (68.0 Nm) @ 6500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Kawasaki ZR-7 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder M109R M1800R - [2012] image

The 2012 Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder M109R M1800R has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 2004 Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC.

The 2004 Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC has a Power to weight ratio of 330.4 bhp per ton and 202.1 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 2004 ZR-7 competing with the 2012 Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder M109R M1800R [354.4 bhp\ton] and the 2010 Suzuki Boulevard - Intruder M109R M1800R [354.4 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Kawasaki ZR-7 generating around 202.1 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1981 Honda CB 750 F-B [227.0 lb-ft per ton] and the 1995 Kawasaki ZX 600 R Ninja [227.0 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 11.2 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 11.4 secs, this makes the Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC similar in acceleration to the 2010 Suzuki RMX 450 Z (11.2 secs) and the 2004 Kawasaki ZR-7 S (11.2 secs). This Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom - [2008] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 2004 Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC and the 2008 Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom

When talking about the performance of the 2004 Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 12.2 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2008 Suzuki DL 1000 V-Strom (12.2 secs) and the 2007 Buell-EBR XB12S Lightning Black and White (12.2 secs).

Top Speed:

The 2004 version of the Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC has a maximum speed of 131mph.

Honda CB 1000 R - [2017] image

Top Speed of the 2004 ZR-7 equals the 2017 Honda CB 1000 R

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 2004 Kawasaki ZR-7 DOHC then how about a 2017 Honda CB 1000 R (142 mph) and the 2015 Honda CB 1000 R (142 mph).

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