// Generation · 2003 — 2006

FIRST GENERATION — 953CC ZX-9R

Z series revival after 30 years. 953cc ZX-9R derived engine, 38mm Keihin injection, 125hp. Steel backbone frame. Radical streetfighter design, iconic 4-into-2-into-4 exhaust.

74
Buyer score / 100
4
Vintages
6
Changes
3
Overhauls
0
Updates
3
Minor
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M
ENGINE
1 change
2003
953cc 4-cylinder launch — 127hp @ 10,000rpm / 98Nm @ 8,000rpm — 38mm Keihin injection
Major
C
FRAME
1 change
2003
Steel backbone frame with stressed engine — 198kg dry — 221kg wet — 820mm seat height
Major
A
AESTHETICS
4 changes
2003
Radical streetfighter design — stainless 4-into-2-into-4 exhaust — iconic four flute silencers
Major
2004
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2005
No notable change — colours carried over
Minor
2006
New colour options — mechanicals unchanged
Minor