Kawasaki Z H2 2020 vs. KTM 790 Duke 2018

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

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Overview - Kawasaki Z H2 2020 vs KTM 790 Duke 2018

The Kawasaki Z H2 2020 and the KTM 790 Duke 2018 are both naked bikes with similar engine types, fuel systems, and cooling systems. However, there are significant differences in their specifications and performance.

The Kawasaki Z H2 2020 is equipped with a powerful 200 HP engine, while the KTM 790 Duke 2018 has a less powerful 105 HP engine. This gives the Z H2 a significant advantage in terms of power and acceleration.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. However, the Z H2 is equipped with Showa suspension components, while the 790 Duke has WP components. The Z H2 also offers more adjustment options for the rear suspension, including compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

The chassis of the Z H2 is made of steel, while the 790 Duke has a chromium-molybdenum frame. Both bikes have tubular frames, but the Z H2's steel frame may provide better stability and durability.

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

When it comes to braking, both bikes have double disc brakes in the front with four-piston calipers. However, the Z H2 has larger 320 mm diameter discs compared to the 300 mm discs on the 790 Duke. The Z H2 also features radial and monoblock technology, which may provide better braking performance.

In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes are equipped with ABS and traction control. However, the Z H2 offers additional features such as riding modes, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie control. The 790 Duke has a simpler set of rider assistance systems, with only ABS, riding modes, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Z H2 has a larger wheelbase of 1455 mm compared to the 1475 mm wheelbase of the 790 Duke. The Z H2 also has a higher seat height of 830 mm compared to the 825 mm seat height of the 790 Duke. However, the 790 Duke has a smaller fuel tank capacity of 14 liters compared to the 19-liter capacity of the Z H2.

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

Both bikes come with various equipment features such as LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and TFT displays. The 790 Duke also has an adjustable windscreen, which is not available on the Z H2.

In terms of strengths, the Z H2 is praised for its incomparable engine power, easy control, pleasant seating position, high riding comfort, stable handling, and carefree everyday riding experience. On the other hand, the 790 Duke is praised for its lively engine, sporty chassis, awesome sound, electronic features, precise quickshifter, and comfortable seating position.

In terms of weaknesses, the Z H2 is criticized for its slow-acting quickshifter, slightly spongy suspension during sporty riding, and the lack of exclusive components. The 790 Duke is criticized for its rough handling at low revs, difficulty in city traffic, fiddly-looking switches on the handlebars, and potential oil leaks.

Overall, the Kawasaki Z H2 2020 offers superior power and performance, while the KTM 790 Duke 2018 provides a more sporty and comfortable riding experience. The choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z H2 2020 compared to KTM 790 Duke 2018

Kawasaki Z H2 2020
KTM 790 Duke 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore76 mmBore88 mm
StrokeStroke55 mmStroke65.7 mm
Engine powerEngine power200 HPEngine power105 HP
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement998 ccmDisplacement799 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel140 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountUni TrakShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandShowaBrandWP
TravelTravel134 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65.1 degreeRake66 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Traction control

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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,455 mmWheelbase1,475 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height825 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity19 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentWindscreen adjustable

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 2020

The fascinating power unit of the Kawasaki not only inspires as a motif for quartet cards or at the regulars' table. The engine is made for practical use. In the saddle of the bike, you can enjoy the thrust in every situation. Commands from the throttle are implemented directly, intensively but also controllably. However, the bike is not an athletic sportsman but a beefy naked bike. It always scores when sovereignty and power are required.

Incomparable engine

full power

easy to control power unit

pleasant seating position

high riding comfort for a naked bike

quiet but charismatic sound

stable and transparent handling

despite the extravagant drive, a motorbike that can be ridden carefree in everyday life.

Quickshifter OK

but makes interventions that take too long

suspension strut becomes a bit spongy during sporty riding

the exclusive motorbike deserved exclusive components all round

KTM 790 Duke 2018

KTM 790 Duke 2018

The KTM 790 Duke L is an absolutely sporty naked bike with a high fun factor. Whether a beginner rider can handle it depends very much on his or her personality and riding behaviour. There are certainly motorbikes better suited for learning, but sporty radius hunters will hardly be satisfied with anything else. The 790 Duke L is also rather unenthusiastic about everyday rides in the city. On the country road, however, it's a blast, even with only 48 hp. Simply a fun bike as it is written in the book.

Lively, high-revving engine with powerful acceleration

optimally tuned chassis for sporty riding

awesome sound even with series muffler

many electronic gimmicks and functions

extremely precise quickshifter that makes fast riding even easier

comfortable seating position

Rough handling at low revs

bitchy in city traffic

sometimes fiddly-looking switches on the handlebars

oil leak at the engine block on many 790 Dukes

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z H2 vs KTM 790 Duke

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z H2 2020 and a KTM 790 Duke 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z H2 2020 is about 88% higher. A Kawasaki Z H2 2020 experiences a loss of 630 USD in one year of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 580 USD for a KTM 790 Duke 2018. Compared to KTM 790 Duke 2018 there are less Kawasaki Z H2 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 24. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Duke with 58 days compared to 148 days for the Kawasaki Z H2. Since model year 2020 1000PS.de editors have written 14 reviews for the Kawasaki Z H2 and 35 reviews for the KTM 790 Duke since model year 2018. The first review for the Kawasaki Z H2 was published on 10/10/2019 and now has more than 82,500 views. This compares to more than 160,600 views for the first review on KTM 790 Duke published on 11/9/2016.

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