Kawasaki Z900 2019 vs. Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2019 vs Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2019 compared to Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Kawasaki Z900 2019
Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke67.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power162 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque127.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width240 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height45 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,257 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,397 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,590 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height770 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)245 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Fortunately, the new Kawasaki Z900 has lost none of its character through the use of electronics. It is and remains a playful mid-range naked bike, which at the same time masters the brisk pace on the country road magnificently. The riding pleasure and suitability for everyday use are high, the now installed riding aids offer a plus in safety. Your opponents will have a really hard time from now on.

Light and natural handling with high stability

Silky engine with full pull from mid revs

High chassis transparency, great feedback

Sitting position with feel-good factor

Fair price

TFT display mounted too low

Cumbersome menu operation

Rear view mirrors offer modest visibility

Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Ducati Diavel Strada 2012

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Ducati Diavel Strada

Price Kawasaki Z900

Model year
Current average market prices

Price Ducati Diavel Strada

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

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