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1989–1990 Kawasaki ZXR750 H1/H2 Valuation Report

Date: September 2025

Historical Overview

The Kawasaki ZXR750 H1 (1989) and H2 (1990) were homologation-style superbikes that laid the groundwork for the ZXR750R. With aggressive styling, aluminium twin-spar frames and ram-air style intakes, they became icons of the late 1980s UK superbike scene. Today, clean survivors are in demand among collectors of classic Japanese superbikes.

UK Valuation Summary (by condition)

Condition	Estimated Value (GBP)	Example External Source (plain text)
Project / Restoration Non-running or incomplete; typically import recommission projects.	£2,500 – £4,000	Car & Classic – tired H1 imports offered around £3k. eBay UK sold listings showing projects £2.5–3.5k.
Roadworthy / Presentable Running, usable examples; older paint, some age-related wear.	£5,000 – £7,500	Iconic Auctioneers – 1990 ZXR750 H2 sold £6,210 (May 2023). Car & Classic dealer listings £5–7k.
Restored / Excellent Original, low-mileage, or restored to a high standard.	£8,000 – £11,000	Bonhams Stafford – ZXR750 H1 sold £9,775 (Oct 2024). Dealer asks in 2025 up to £11k for restored/original H1s.

Notes: Prices are holding firm as 1980s/90s superbikes attract collector interest. Early ZXR750 H1/H2 models are scarcer than later J/L versions. UK-supplied, original-paint bikes with paperwork fetch premiums, while high-mileage or modified examples sell lower within each band.

Value Influencing Factors

Originality: Correct bodywork, paint, air intakes, and exhausts are key.
Documentation: V5C, UK history, service invoices, and MOT history raise value.
Mechanical condition: Engines are robust, but carburation, suspension and brakes often need refresh after decades.
Mileage: Sub-20k mile examples are most desirable.
Market timing: Spring/summer auctions (Stafford, NEC) draw strongest results.

Conclusion

As of September 2025, Kawasaki ZXR750 H1/H2 values in the UK sit around £2.5–4k for projects, £5–7.5k for usable riders, and £8–11k for excellent/restored examples. Original UK-supplied H1/H2s with history often sell at the top of the bands.

Sources (plain text):
Iconic Auctioneers — 1990 Kawasaki ZXR750 H2 sold £6,210 (May 2023).
Bonhams Stafford — Kawasaki ZXR750 H1 sold £9,775 (Oct 2024).
Car & Classic — UK classifieds £5k–7k; tired projects ~£3k.
eBay UK sold listings — H1/H2 projects £2.5–3.5k (2024–25).