In pics: Kawasaki launches black-coloured variant of Z900RS at Rs 15.3 lakh

India Kawasaki Motors recently launched the retro-inspired black coloured variant of the Kawasaki Z900RS in India at Rs 15.3 lakh.

The bike, which was originally launched in February 2018, incorporates the mechanicals of the popular Z900 along with the aesthetics of a bygone era.

Paying homage to the legendary Kawasaki Z1, the Japanese bike maker's latest offering is powered by a liquid-cooled 900cc in-line four-cylinder engine, which was also featured on the Z900. But Kawasaki has tweaked the engine to produce more power at lower engine speeds.

The new Kawasaki also features a new steel trellis frame, a new tank design, and a more upright seating position compared to its predecessor. The handlebar is 30mm wider, 65mm taller and has been positioned 35mm closer to the rider when put alongside the Z900.

The Kawasaki Z900RS earlier came with two retro paint options- Candytone Orange and Candytone Brown. Being a CBU (completely built up) unit, the bike is priced significantly higher than its competitors Triumph Thruxton R and Triumph Bonneville T120.