When Honda released the CB750, Kawasaki was already working on their own version of a four-cylinder 750cc version of the UJM (Universal Japanese Motorcycle). While Honda released an entire range of smooth four-cylinder models, Kawasaki started a superbike horsepower war by bringing out the Z1, a 903cc monster that was advertised as an alternative to the expensive and disappearing muscle cars of the era. The Z1 was a beast. It set several international records and was known as the fastest production motorcycle in the world. It did suffer from the common wet noodle frame that was a complaint of many early UJMs. Fortunately, Rickman had a solution. The maker of advanced off-road motorcycle frames also sold a line of beautifully crafted cafe racer frames that accepted a wide range of engines from Harleys to various English brands. The most exciting versions were those that accepted engines from the UJMs. The Rickman CR750 was the most common and refined but the CR900 was an exotic beast with enough power that stroker kits were not necessary for mortal riders. This example in Kawasaki green is an exceptionally clean example with a beautiful condition nickel-plated frame and perfect fiberglass bodywork. The components are all first-rate and the engine has a big bore kit and hot cams.
1975 Rickman CR900
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Kawasaki Z1 900 Performance Portfolio 1972-1977: Road Test Book
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Original Kawasaki Z1, Z900 & KZ900: The Restorer’s Guide to All Aircooled 900cc Models 1972-1976 (Original Series)
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Kawasaki Z1
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The Kawasaki Z1 Story: The Death and Rebirth of the 900 Super 4
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Kawasaki Z1, Z/KZ900 & Z/KZ1000: YOUR step-by-step colour illustrated guide to compete restoration. Covers Z1, Z1A, Z1B, Z/KZ900 and Z/KZ1000 models 1972-1980 (Enthusiast’s Restoration Manual)
Kawasaki Z1, Z/KZ900 & Z/KZ1000: YOUR step-by-step colour illustrated guide to compete restoration. Covers Z1, Z1A, Z1B, Z/KZ900 and Z/KZ1000 models 1972-1980 (Enthusiast’s Restoration Manual) [Rooke, Chris] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Kawasaki Z1, Z/KZ900 & Z/KZ1000: YOUR s…
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