Kawasaki Z900: seat height & fit
Can you flat-foot the Kawasaki Z900? Its 32.3" (82 cm) seat height is only half the story — here's the inseam you actually need once sag, seat width and boots are accounted for.
| Seat height (unladen) | 32.3" / 82 cm |
|---|---|
| Wet weight | 467 lb / 212 kg |
| Style | standard |
| Seat width | medium |
| Inseam to flat-foot | ~30.8" |
| Inseam for balls of feet | ~29.8" |
| Lowering options | Limited |
| Approx. MSRP | $9,499 |
Fit by inseam
What you can expect on the Kawasaki Z900 at a range of inseams, wearing riding boots:
| Inseam | Fit verdict |
|---|---|
| 28" | Too tall |
| 29" | Tiptoes |
| 30" | Balls of both feet |
| 31" | Both feet flat |
| 32" | Both feet flat |
| 33" | Both feet flat |
Frequently asked
- What is the seat height of the Kawasaki Z900?
- The Kawasaki Z900 has a published unladen seat height of 32.3 inches (82 cm). Under your weight the suspension sags roughly 1.0 inch, so the effective height you reach is a little lower.
- Can short riders flat-foot the Kawasaki Z900?
- You can plant both feet flat on the Kawasaki Z900 from roughly a 30.8-inch inseam, and get the balls of both feet down from about 29.8 inches (in riding boots). Below that you're on tiptoes.
- Can the Kawasaki Z900 be lowered?
- Aftermarket lowering options for the Kawasaki Z900 are limited. A shaved or lower-profile seat is usually the most reliable way to reduce reach.
Lowering & gear for the Kawasaki Z900
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