Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

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Overview - Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016 vs Kawasaki Z900 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Technical Specifications Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2017

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016
Kawasaki Z900 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore100 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke66 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque103 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque4,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.3 Compression Ratio11.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeAntihoppingClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement1,037 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Chassis

FrameFrameAluminiumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTwin-SparFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsTraction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,285 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,410 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,555 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)228 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

Suzuki V-Strom 1000 2016

In the large enduro segment, the Suzuki V-Strom 1000 is the best value for money, yet you don't have to do without anything - traction control and ABS come as standard. Excellent brakes, great comfort and a wonderfully powerful V-twin engine are ingredients that should appeal to almost everyone. The fact that it doesn't play in the top league with 100 hp is made up for by the wonderful power delivery, which ensures a relaxed climate on long journeys. Only the wind protection is not optimal with the original windshield; one should invest in the affordable, somewhat larger windshield.

Powerful engine

traction control as standard

very good brakes

taut yet comfortable chassis

great touring capability

complete instrumentation

Windshield creates turbulence on the head

the engine runs out of breath in the upper rev range, arbitrary optics

Kawasaki Z900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2017

An incredibly well-designed motorbike. A lot of test work and attention to detail went into it. It has exactly the right power, exactly the right chassis and exactly the right look. An all-round successful naked bike that will make you happy for a long time. If you like, you can ride it simply and faithfully, but if you want, you can also ride it really fast and it wheels like hell. Great!

Ingenious nakedbike chassis

superb looks

engine responds super fine, revs up willingly and has a perfectly dimensioned torque

optimum intersection of performance, price and practical use

Knee angle very narrow for tall people (order another seat!)

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Suzuki V-Strom 1000 vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Suzuki V-Strom 1000

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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