1996 Kawasaki Ninja ZX7R & ZX7RR Brochure + Extras

1996 saw Kawasaki release the ZX750-P1 ZX-7R and the ZX750-N1 ZX-7RR superbikes. For 1996 an "R" was added to each model. Now the standard machine is known as the ZX-7R and the special edition is the ZX-7RR. Both had the easily identifiable teardrop headlamps and large dual ram air inlets (assuming you can catch a glimpse of the front end before it's gone). The ZX-7RR "N" model would continue for 1997 and the ZX-7R "P" model was produced through 2003 (ZX750-P8).







Serious Hardware for Serious Enthusiasts.

Only one 750cc machine can claim these impressive race-winning results: 3-time Daytona Superbike winner, 5-time AMA National Champion. A World Superbike title and a bag full of Manufacturer's and Endurance World titles. The Ninja ZX-7R from Kawasaki. Backed by these record-setting race credentials, Kawasaki offers not one, but two all-new Ninja ZX-7s. Serious hardware packed with more of everything: More powerful, more responsive shorter-stroke engines. Bigger, more efficient Twin Ram Air intakes. More suspension adjustability. And new, more powerful 6-piston brakes. For those intent on success at the race track, the special edition RR sits waiting with its close-ratio transmission and 41mm flat-slide carbs.

Ninja ZX-7R and Ninja ZX-7RR Performance in its ultimate form. It's what you'd expect from Kawasaki.



NINJA ZX-7R

• If you start with one good thing, then two must be better. The Ninja ZX-7R features an updated Twin Ram Air system with two huge intakes that cram more cool air into the cylinders for unexcelled high-speed engine response.
• At 73 x 44.7mm, the shorter stroke and bigger bore equates to lower mean piston speeds for the same revs. Wider bore and wider 25-degree included valve angle allows for a broader squish area. Less flywheel weight assists the quicker revving engine in reaching its potential faster.
• Massive 6-piston front brake calipers increase the surface contact patch of the pad-to-discs for breathtaking braking performance.
• In our search for even stronger, quicker engine response, we worked on areas for quicker, more efficient cylinder filling such as direct alignment of each carb-center to intake port for the straightest line possible into each cylinder. A steeper 50-degree carb angle for more downdraft effect. Narrower ports to boost intake velocity. We'll let you be the judge.
• Putting all this new-found performance to the pavement is an immensely wide 190/50 low-profile 17-inch high-performance rear tire.
• Significant CAD improvements to the highly-acclaimed pressed aluminum perimeter frame increase torsional rigidity without adding weight.
• Handling all the extra performance potential are new, fully adjustable suspension components: Bigger 43mm upside-down cartridge fork features 12-way rebound damping, 8-way compression damping plus threaded spring preload adjustment. New rear shock features a large piggy-back remote reservoir to better resist fade, and comes with 4-way rebound and 20-way compression adjustment. Threaded collars take care of the spring preload. There's also ride height adjustment independent of the preload setting.
• Adding to the image is a sleeker fairing that directs the oncoming air around the rider for better protection and improved aerodynamics, while maximizing intake air volume.

NINJA ZX-7RR

• For those who seek the ultimate, look no further than the special edition Ninja ZX-7RR: 41mm FVKD flat-slide Keihin carbs with built-in enricher circuits and external accelertor pump for even greater performance potential. Ultra-slick, close-ratio transmission for smooth, more positive gear changes. Lightweight tail section and solo seat. Lighter 8AH low-maintenance battery.
• Setting the standard for handling in the class is Kawasaki's multi-adjustable frame geometry: Adjustable offset offers a range of settings for rake and trail. Different swingarm pivot mounts allow riders to better set up the machine for maximum traction at the track. Adjustable upper shock mount allows ride height adjustment without affecting spring preload.
• To handle a wide variety of racing applications, the suspension features greater flexibility in adjustment to get that "perfect" set up: 28-way compression damping and 13-way rebound damping for the cartridge fork and 28-way compression and 18-way rebound for the temperature-compensating rear shock.
• Lightweight Nissin 6-piston racing-spec calipers for the 320mm drilled semi-floating front disc brakes feature decreasing piston sizes for even greater pad-to-disc pressure and a higher level of braking performance.

Gratuitous close-up.







These pics are of the UK version of the brochure showing an alternate color.





1996 ZX7R & ZX7RR New Model Introduction Kawasaki Ninja VHS Rip (a VHS tape sent to dealers by Kawasaki at the time).



Thanks for looking. Gary  /  kawasaki-yama-zuki