1975 Kawasaki Z1-900 Motorcycle
VIN: Z1F61711
Model: Z1-900
Class: Classic/Super Bike
Odometer: 2,057.4
This 1975 Kawasaki Z1-900 Motorcycle is a member of the Dennis Fode Collection of bikes selling NO RESERVE on July 12, 2025 at the 13th Annual Montana Classic Car Auction!
Dennis Fode, living in Anchorage, Alaska, was an avid motorcycle rider and collector. In addition to the 2-wheeled variety, Dennis was also known to find and bring home classic and collector Plymouths as well! As the original owner on many of these bikes, Dennis rode and enjoyed them over the years, many very sparingly. When father time began to gain on Dennis in the early 2000’s the bikes were parked and stored with the majority of them stored in climate controlled facilities, important for the Alaska climate. A few of the bikes even resided in his house!
Following Dennis’ passing, the bikes were brought out of their slumber in 2024 and 2025 and brought to Montana where he had family. The bikes were assessed, prepped and started to prepare them to present at auction. Please note: While the cold start videos indicate the running condition of the bikes, following long term storage they will need additional attention to optimize their mechanical and riding condition.
One Owner and after Dennis' purchase of this bike in Billings, Montana, he rode it through Yellowstone National Park. His original park pass and maps are in the storage bin with the original manual.
Descriptions: aka “KZ 900”
Paint: Factory, tri-color, Dark green and black, gold stripes, Kawasaki emblems and logos, good condition
Frame and Suspension: Factory, black, double tubular steel cradle with double-side rear swing arm and twin adjustable shocks, 36 mm conventional front telescopic fork, 59.1-inch wheelbase, dry weight 507#, very good condition
Tank: Factory, 4.76 US-gallon capacity, factory paint scheme with Kawasaki logos, good to very good condition
Engine: Factory, 900 cc (aka 903 cc), 55.10 ci, DOHC, in-line 4-cylinder, air cooled, electric start and kick start, four (4) Mikuni VM28SC carburetors, specs 9.5:1 compression ratio, wet sump lubrication, factory rated @ 81 hp, Engine # Z1E061758, specs 12.9-second ¼ mile, top speed 134 mph, 0-60 mph in 4.4-seconds, appears complete and all original, low mile
Transmission: Factory, 5-speed, chain drive, wet multiple-plate clutch, operating condition
Wheels/Tires: Factory wire aluminum, good condition, factory 3.25 H19 front, 4.00 H18 rear, good condition
Rear fender, Front fender: Factory chrome front and rear, factory “duck bill” painted rear fender “cover,” very good condition
Brakes: Factory, single front disc, 296 mm (11.7-inches), 200 mm (7.9-inch) rear expanding drum, appears in operating condition, good condition
Exhaust: Factory, 4 chrome pipes, 2 each side, very good condition
Seat: Factory, black leather, two-up, chrome “grab bar” behind passenger, very good condition.
Bars, Gauges, Controls: Factory bars, black grips, factory 160 mph speedo and 12-grand tachometer, warning lights, factory controls
Lamps, Other: Factory headlamp and front signals, Windjammer III fairing with bolt-on integrated wind screen , factory tail lamps, rear signal lamps, factory dual black mirrors, front and rear foot pegs
OVERALL CONDITION: Good to very good
Production Notes: Model manufactured from 1972-1975. K1-900 dubbed “The World’s First Super Bike“, Low production model.
Comments: Appears all original, low mile, a nice example of early super bike model. Part of collection of rare and special interest bikes, parked indoors, same ownership for many years.
The vehicle has been consigned to the 13th Annual Montana Classic Car Auction, hosted by the Classic Car Auction Group. The auction is Saturday July 12th, 2025 at the Expo Center in Metra Park. To consign your car and/or to register to bid on this and other cars in the auction go to http://www.classiccarauction.us.
