Kawasaki’s goal was to build a bike that was at home in urban settings, gets great fuel mileage (rumor has it recording 80-plus mpg in unofficial testing), is inexpensive to own and operate, but most importantly is fun to ride for beginners and experienced riders alike.
There is no denying that Kawi’s line of Z bikes–including the Z1000 and Z800–are some of the most entertaining models the company has ever built, so slotting this bike into that clan doesn’t seem like too much of stretch. Like Honda’s Grom, the Z125 Pro isn’t quite a full-sized machine, but isn’t exactly a mini like Yamaha’s much loved YSR50 of the late 80s to early 90s.
But with its compact size, low 30.7-inch seat height, and manageable 225-pound curb weight promise, is that beginners will easily be able to handle it. But one thing that Kawasaki wanted to ensure, is that the bike was capable of competently carrying a passenger, so suspension was specified that is more than up to the task with a four position rear preload adjustment, and a 601 lb. GVWR; netting a 353-pound load capacity.
