Few things are as timeless as the sound of a powerful inline-four engine. Today’s crop of four-banger-powered street machines are definitely faster, lighter, and more powerful than ever before, and the Kawasaki Z900 is certainly no exception. Team Green’s heavy-middleweight contender is based on a tried and tested platform, however, it’s often criticized for lacking soul and character.
Thankfully, the aftermarket is full of accessories and upgrades designed specifically to give all bikes a dash of character and spice—the Z900 is one of the most ubiquitously upgraded street bikes out there, and as such, there are tons of aftermarket goodies from companies big and small. HP Corse, an Italian exhaust specialist, has released two new tail pipes for the Z900: the Hydroform Short R and Evoxtreme. Both these pipes offer a similar sound and a lightweight construction with a streamlined profile. Where these two pipes differ is in style. Let’s take a closer look.
