1985 Kawasaki GPz1100 A3

This stunning and original Firecracker Red 1985 Kawasaki GPz1100 was purchased new by the vendor in 1985, and as you will see from the condition, it has clearly been a well-cared-for bike that has covered just 12,376 miles from new! It is reported by the vendor to have never ever seen water, which explains the excellent condition. There are some small bits around the bike which show some patia, but this is all in keeping with the age of this classic Kawasaki.

Starting at the front of the bike, the mudguard and fairing are in excellent condition, with no signs of any damage or chips to the paintwork. The headlight is in excellent condition, as are the indicators. If we were being picky, there is a minor fracture to one of the indicator lenses, but this doesn’t appear to have broken through the lens. The windshield is in excellent order, with no noticeable scratches to point out. There are a few light scuffs to the tips of the mirrors, but these are minor. There are a few small chips on the lower fairing section just behind the front wheel, which has also been rubbing against the downpipes. The mid-section of the fairing is in good condition, with no scuffs or damage.

The fuel tank has no dings or dents, and the fuel level and warning light cluster is in good condition and reported to be working correctly. The side panels are again in good order with no signs of damage, and the GPz1100 decals are in excellent condition.

The rear mudguard section is generally in good condition. There is a tiny split approximately one inch long just below the indicator, but this isn’t really noticeable. The indicators and rear light are in good condition with no lens damage on either.

The three/six-spoke alloy wheels are in excellent condition, finished in Firecracker Red to match the bodywork and natural aluminium colours, and there are no signs of tarnishing. There is a Bridgestone Battlax BT45F fitted to the front and a Michelin Macadam 50 to the rear, and both have an excellent amount of tread remaining.

The seat is in excellent condition, with no signs of any splits or tears on the vinyl. The handlebars, like the grips, are in good order and show little sign of any wear. A small amount of corrosion to the aluminium is present around the brake fluid reservoir. The instruments are said to be working correctly, with the odometer showing 12,376 miles; this will increase slightly due to the bike being ridden to get a new MoT carried out. The switchgear is all in very good condition and has no apparent wear apart from the lettering around the lights switch. The rubber foot pegs are in good shape for the rider and pillion.

The original condition tubular steel chassis frame is finished in gloss black and is in excellent order, with no areas raising concern. The side stand and main centre stand both operate as they should. The forks have no corrosion or leaks to be seen, and they operate nicely, soaking up any uneven roads; the improved Uni-trak mono-shock rear suspension looks in good condition and functions as you would expect.

The engine is a Digital fuel-injected 1089cc four-stroke which produces 120hp and 73.7il-ft of torque. This fires up on the button without hesitation, and the vendor says, “there are no issues with the running of the bike”. The gearbox is a five-speed unit which is easy to select and change gear. The bike pulls strongly through the gears, as you would expect. There is a small amount of blistering to the aluminium gearbox casing, but this is nothing for the bike's age and one in such original condition. There is a different exhaust fitted to the original, but the original one is included. The vendor does say this has tarnished and may need re-chroming to make it look its best.

The brakes consist of a Twin 236mm drilled discs with a single-piston caliper at the front and a single 236mm drilled disc at the rear, again with a single piston. These bring the 261kg Kawasaki to a halt quickly and with no juddering.

Even though the bike has so few miles on the clock, you can see that it has been taken for an MoT almost every year with the exception of an odd couple of years due to moving house and Covid. The vendor has the original handbook present, along with some previous MoT certificates.

The Kawasaki will be going for an MoT test in the coming days, so the new custodian will have peace of mind that the bike has been thoroughly checked over and deemed safe for use on the road.

This is your chance to own one of the last original style GPz models produced in 1985 before their re-release ten years later.

With just one owner from new, this 1885 Kawasaki GPz1100 has been kept in safe hands, with just over 12,000 miles from new. The bike has seen regular MoT tests and has never been used in the wet or even been washed with water!

We estimate this classic Kawasaki to bring in the region of £10,000 - £12,000.

Viewing is always encouraged, and this particular bike is located with the vendor in Honiton, United Kingdom. To arrange an appointment please use the Contact Seller button at the top of the listing. Feel free to ask any questions or make observations in the comments section below, or try our ‘Frequently Asked Questions’.