2008 Kawasaki ZR 1000 B8F 1.0L Petrol · EU08 POH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with a clean pass recorded in June 2025 at 38,180 miles. This recent result indicates an improving maintenance trend following a period of neglect in early 2024. While the 2024 failure revealed multiple electrical and mechanical defects, the lack of advisories in the most recent inspection suggests that the owner addressed the previously identified faults and maintained the bike to a functional standard for the current term. At 18 years old, the recorded mileage of 38,180 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 2,121 miles per year. The data shows a significant usage spike between November 2021 and 2022, where the bike covered over 6,500 miles in just fourteen months, followed by a more sedentary pace of 1,500 miles in the following year. This pattern suggests the vehicle may spend long periods standing, which can often lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown despite the low overall mechanical wear. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the steering headbearing, as this was flagged as stiff or notchy in both 2021 and 2024. While it passed the 2025 test, the recurring nature of this fault suggests the bearings are nearing end of their life. The drive chain was also noted as loose in early 2024; the buyer should check for excessive stretch or sprocket teeth wear, as low-mileage bikes often have dry or seized chains. Additionally, the history of headlamp failures and registration plate lamp issues in 2024 warrants a thorough test of the wiring loom and bulb housings to ensure no intermittent electrical faults remain.