Can you ride the Kawasaki Z800 on an A2 licence?
Yes, you can ride the Kawasaki Z800 (2013 - 2018) on an A2 motorbike licence. However, you will need to fit a restrictor kit to reduce its power output and make it A2 licence compliant!
Kawasaki Z800 (2013 - 2018)
The Kawasaki Z800 is a midddle-weight naked bike manufactured by Kawasaki Motors. It is powered by a 806cc inline-four engine, which generates a maximum power of 111 bhp and a peak torque of 61 ft-lb.
The bike features an aggressive design with a narrow sporty seat and large fuel tank. It comes with advanced features such as an adjustable suspension, dual front disc brakes, and anti-lock braking system (ABS).
The Kawasaki Z800 is known for its outstanding performance, excellent handling, and comfortable riding position.
Apart from the regular Z800, Kawasaki also offers a less powerful 70kW Z800E model, which can be factory restricted to 35kW to comply with the A2 licence requirements.
Please note that the below specifications are for the regular non-A2 compliant Kawasaki Z800 model, rather than the 35kW / 70kW A2-compliant one.
A2 Licence Compliance
The Kawasaki Z800 is a 806cc A2-friendly standard bike. It has a power output of 83 kW (111 bhp), which exceeds the 35 kW (47 bhp) limit needed for an A2 licence. The bike has to be restricted by at least 57.8% to become A2 licence compliant.
You will need a restrictor to ride the Kawasaki Z800 on an A2 motorbike licence. See the restrictor kits section to check out what restrictors are available for the Kawasaki Z800.
| Title | Spec |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kawasaki |
| Category | Standard |
| Engine type | Inline 4 |
| Engine strokes | 4-Stroke |
| Engine size | 806cc |
| Power output | 83 kW |
| Torque output | 61 ft-lb |
| Top speed | 145 mph |
| Horsepower | 111 bhp |
| Weight | 229 kg |
| Seat height | 834 mm |
| Front tyre size | 120/70-17 |
| Rear tyre size | 180/55-17 |
| Fuel tank size | 17 litres |
| Fuel tank range | 180 miles |
| Fuel consumption | 45 mpg |
| Oil capacity | 3.4 litres |
| Annual road tax | £117 |
| Price | £6,500 |
| Overall rating |
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