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Kawasaki motorcycles are manufactured by the Motorcycle & Engine division of Kawasaki Heavy Industries.

The Kawasaki Company was founded in 1896 by Shozo Kawasaki as a shipyard meant for building oceangoing steel ships. At the beginning they constructed marine steam turbines, locomotives, freight cars, passenger carriages and bridge girders. In 1918 the Aircraft Department is established and after prolonged research Kawasaki succeeds in building Japan's first metal aircraft. Then came 1949 and they turned towards the motorcycles industry by making engines suited for motorcycles.

Kawasaki Aircraft initially manufactured motorcycles under the Meguro name, having bought out an ailing motorcycle manufacturer called Meguro Manufacturing Co. Ltd with whom they had been in partnership earlier, but later formed Kawasaki Motor Sales. Some early motorcycles display an emblem with "Kawasaki Aircraft" on the fuel tank. Kawasaki motorcycles from 1962 through 1967 used an emblem which can be described as a flag within a wing.

Kawasaki came out with their first bike in 1954, called Meihatsu. This bike had Kawasaki's own KB-5 engine. An improved model of the Meihatsu, called Meihatsu 125 Deluxe, was introduced in 1956.

Kawasaki was producing bikes for a while without much popularity, but technically progressing. Kawasaki started to be noticed as a big player on the motorcycles market due to the release of the 500cc H1 model (also known as Mach III). In 1973 Kawasaki introduced their first superbike, the Z1 which had a 903cc engine.

One of the most notable bikes in Kawasaki history, the GPZ900R came in 1983. This was the first model ever produced by Kawasaki to have a liquid-cooled engine and to reach 250 km/h. A year later they started to sell this bike in the US and they renamed it Ninja, thing which proved to be very benefactor, registering huge sales.

Their first ever motorsports victories were obtained by Dave Simmons in the FIM World Road Racing 125cc Championship. He won the West German and the Isle of Mann TT races and the series championship riding a KR-1. Then came 1981 and Kawasaki won the manufacturer's title in the FIM World Road Racing 250cc Championship, courtesy of A. Mang who was riding the KR250. Kawasaki's most notable win in their motorsports history was the Le mans 24-Hour Race back in 1983. The model which participated in that race was the ZXR-7.

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Who Really Buys The Kawasaki KLX300?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025

Kawasaki’s KLX300 is typically introduced as an entry-level dirt bike—on paper, that description fits. It’s approachable, uncomplicated, and light enough that newer riders can easily build confidence without feeling overwhelmed. But Kawasaki says the largest group of KLX300 buyers isn’t beginners at all—it’s riders with roughly two decades of experience.

2026 Kawasaki KLX 230 Sherpa S ABS – First Ride

Tue, 21 Oct 2025

Refining the standard for small displacement dualsport Photos by Ryne Swanberg (Octopi Media). The approachable dual-sport holds a soft spot in the hearts of many motorcyclists; the farm bikes, the RV-hitchrack dwellers, the toddle-around-camp and run to get firewood in town. For some, it's what you were taught to ride on, robust enough to withstand a fall or two while learning the intricacies of the clutch and throttle.

2025 Kawasaki KLX230 Sherpa S ABS Review Gallery

Tue, 21 Oct 2025

2025 Kawasaki KLX230 Sherpa S ABS Review Gallery | Motorcycle.com Join Now My History Account Settings Log out Specs Classifieds Bike Reviews Product Reviews Best Motorcycle Cameras Best Motorcycle Earplugs Best Motorcycle Oil Best Leather Jackets Best Winter Gloves Best Sportbike Tires GPS Buyers Guide Gear Deals Types Adventure Touring Cruiser Electric Off-Road On-Off-Road Other Scooter Sport-Touring Sportbikes Standard Touring Touring Scooter Track Youth Brands Aprilia BMW CFMoto Ducati Energica Gas-Gas Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Indian Kawasaki KTM Kymco Moto Guzzi MV Agusta Piaggio Royal Enfield Suzuki Triumph Vespa Yamaha Zero Resources New Rider's Hub Dealers Safety Forums Videos Insurance Specs Classifieds Bike Reviews Product Reviews Best Motorcycle Cameras Best Motorcycle Earplugs Best Motorcycle Oil Best Leather Jackets Best Winter Gloves Best Sportbike Tires GPS Buyers Guide Gear Deals Types Adventure Touring Cruiser Electric Off-Road On-Off-Road Other Scooter Sport-Touring Sportbikes Standard Touring Touring Scooter Track Youth Brands Aprilia BMW CFMoto Ducati Energica Gas-Gas Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Indian Kawasaki KTM Kymco Moto Guzzi MV Agusta Piaggio Royal Enfield Suzuki Triumph Vespa Yamaha Zero Resources New Rider's Hub Dealers Safety Forums Videos Insurance Join Now My History Account Settings Log out Edit & Post 2025 Kawasaki KLX230 Sherpa S ABS Review Gallery Nearly everyone on two-wheels has a fond memory of an entry-level motorcycle, usually one that’s a stepping stone, as they set their sights on new goals and faster paces. But what if that entry-level, small displacement dual-sport was hiding some guts in its middle gears? Enter the redesigned Kawasaki KLX230 Sherpa S. Everything tucked under those tasteful cream-colored cowlings is centered around improving torque and power in lower gears, and a test on the trails here in Southern California proved that the difference was noticeable.  Photos by Ryne Swanberg (Octopi Media) By Cait Maher Pin Slideshow Edit Slideshow Open Activity Tool About Privacy Terms Contact us Advertising Copyright Follow us © 2025  VerticalScope Inc.

Highs and Sighs: 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE

Tue, 19 Aug 2025

Highs and Sighs: 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE | Motorcycle.com Join Now My History Account Settings Log out Specs Classifieds Bike Reviews Product Reviews Best Motorcycle Cameras Best Motorcycle Earplugs Best Motorcycle Oil Best Leather Jackets Best Winter Gloves Best Sportbike Tires GPS Buyers Guide Gear Deals Types Adventure Touring Cruiser Electric Off-Road On-Off-Road Other Scooter Sport-Touring Sportbikes Standard Touring Touring Scooter Track Youth Brands Aprilia BMW CFMoto Ducati Energica Gas-Gas Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Indian Kawasaki KTM Kymco Moto Guzzi MV Agusta Piaggio Royal Enfield Suzuki Triumph Vespa Yamaha Zero Resources New Rider's Hub Dealers Safety Forums Videos Insurance Specs Classifieds Bike Reviews Product Reviews Best Motorcycle Cameras Best Motorcycle Earplugs Best Motorcycle Oil Best Leather Jackets Best Winter Gloves Best Sportbike Tires GPS Buyers Guide Gear Deals Types Adventure Touring Cruiser Electric Off-Road On-Off-Road Other Scooter Sport-Touring Sportbikes Standard Touring Touring Scooter Track Youth Brands Aprilia BMW CFMoto Ducati Energica Gas-Gas Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Indian Kawasaki KTM Kymco Moto Guzzi MV Agusta Piaggio Royal Enfield Suzuki Triumph Vespa Yamaha Zero Resources New Rider's Hub Dealers Safety Forums Videos Insurance Join Now My History Account Settings Log out Edit & Post Highs and Sighs: 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE As the old African proverb says, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Well, why settle for one of those things when you can do both with a good ol’ fashioned sport-tourer? Ah, friends, a well-rounded sport-tourer scratches all kinds of itches, blending performance-minded engines and athletic handling attributes into a machine equipped with creature comforts such as wind protection, heated grips, and luggage options.

2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE Review

Wed, 13 Aug 2025

Give a little, get a little Photos by Nic de Sena. Want vs. need is something that every rider faces when choosing their next motorcycle: we might want the uncompromising thoroughbred performance of a superbike, yet what we need is the comfort and practicality of a conventional touring machine.

2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX SE Review Gallery

Wed, 13 Aug 2025

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2025 Kawasaki Z900 SE Review – First Ride

Mon, 12 May 2025

A mid-model refresh adds tech to the table Photos by Kevin Wing. If you’re interested in the middleweight naked bike class, now is a good time to be a motorcyclist. There is a sea of options and all of them bring something to the table.

2025 Kawasaki Z900 SE Review Gallery

Mon, 12 May 2025

2025 Kawasaki Z900 SE Review Gallery | Motorcycle.com Join Now My History Account Settings Log out Specs Classifieds Bike Reviews Product Reviews Best Motorcycle Cameras Best Motorcycle Earplugs Best Motorcycle Oil Best Leather Jackets Best Winter Gloves Best Sportbike Tires GPS Buyers Guide Gear Deals Types Adventure Touring Cruiser Electric Off-Road On-Off-Road Other Scooter Sport-Touring Sportbikes Standard Touring Touring Scooter Track Youth Brands Aprilia BMW CFMoto Ducati Energica Gas-Gas Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Indian Kawasaki KTM Kymco Moto Guzzi MV Agusta Piaggio Royal Enfield Suzuki Triumph Vespa Yamaha Zero Resources New Rider's Hub Dealers Safety Forums Videos Insurance Specs Classifieds Bike Reviews Product Reviews Best Motorcycle Cameras Best Motorcycle Earplugs Best Motorcycle Oil Best Leather Jackets Best Winter Gloves Best Sportbike Tires GPS Buyers Guide Gear Deals Types Adventure Touring Cruiser Electric Off-Road On-Off-Road Other Scooter Sport-Touring Sportbikes Standard Touring Touring Scooter Track Youth Brands Aprilia BMW CFMoto Ducati Energica Gas-Gas Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Indian Kawasaki KTM Kymco Moto Guzzi MV Agusta Piaggio Royal Enfield Suzuki Triumph Vespa Yamaha Zero Resources New Rider's Hub Dealers Safety Forums Videos Insurance Join Now My History Account Settings Log out Edit & Post 2025 Kawasaki Z900 SE Review Gallery  Defined by its brash (for Japanese standards) Sugomi styling, the Z900 isn’t new to the class, but 2025 brings with it a mid-model year refresh highlighted by three letters nearly every motorcycle worth its salt can identify with these days – IMU. Read the full story here. Photos by Kevin Wing By Troy Siahaan Pin Slideshow Edit Slideshow Open Activity Tool About Privacy Terms Contact us Advertising Copyright Follow us © 2025  VerticalScope Inc.

2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE LT Review – First Ride

Mon, 07 Apr 2025

On Any Given Tuesday Photos by Justin Coffey (WestX1000) It was sterile. Quiet. Militaristic.

2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE LT First Ride Gallery

Mon, 07 Apr 2025

2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE LT First Ride Gallery | Motorcycle.com Join Now My History Account Settings Log out Specs Classifieds Bike Reviews Product Reviews Best Motorcycle Cameras Best Motorcycle Earplugs Best Motorcycle Oil Best Leather Jackets Best Winter Gloves Best Sportbike Tires GPS Buyers Guide Gear Deals Types Adventure Touring Cruiser Electric Off-Road On-Off-Road Other Scooter Sport-Touring Sportbikes Standard Touring Touring Scooter Track Youth Brands Aprilia BMW CFMoto Ducati Energica Gas-Gas Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Indian Kawasaki KTM Kymco Moto Guzzi MV Agusta Piaggio Royal Enfield Suzuki Triumph Vespa Yamaha Zero Resources New Rider's Hub Dealers Safety Forums Videos Insurance Specs Classifieds Bike Reviews Product Reviews Best Motorcycle Cameras Best Motorcycle Earplugs Best Motorcycle Oil Best Leather Jackets Best Winter Gloves Best Sportbike Tires GPS Buyers Guide Gear Deals Types Adventure Touring Cruiser Electric Off-Road On-Off-Road Other Scooter Sport-Touring Sportbikes Standard Touring Touring Scooter Track Youth Brands Aprilia BMW CFMoto Ducati Energica Gas-Gas Harley-Davidson Honda Husqvarna Indian Kawasaki KTM Kymco Moto Guzzi MV Agusta Piaggio Royal Enfield Suzuki Triumph Vespa Yamaha Zero Resources New Rider's Hub Dealers Safety Forums Videos Insurance Join Now My History Account Settings Log out Edit & Post 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE LT First Ride Gallery The light refresh probably isn’t going to be motivating enough to lure current owners, but if you’re on the outside looking in, the 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE LT with its smooth, well-mannered engine getting a bit of a bump in torque and its carried-over comfortable touring chassis, the 2025 model is the best one yet. Read the full review here. Photos by Justin Coffey (WestX1000).