Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect) vs Zündapp KS 750 (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect)stacks up against the Zündapp KS 750. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect)Zündapp KS 750
Model year19881940
Price
Engine749 cc750 cc
Horsepower100 hp26 hp
Weight420 kg
Fuel capacity5.3 L6.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesDual discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120170-17 / 160/60-18

Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect) vs Zündapp KS 750 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect) and the Zündapp KS 750 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha FZR 750 Genesis (reduced effect) brings 100 hp, while the Zündapp KS 750 counters with 26 hp at 420 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: