Yamaha MT-09 2021 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2023
Yamaha MT-09 2021
Kawasaki Z900 2023
Overview - Yamaha MT-09 2021 vs Kawasaki Z900 2023
The Yamaha MT-09 2021 and the Kawasaki Z900 2023 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.
In terms of engine power, the Kawasaki Z900 2023 has a slight advantage with 125 HP compared to the Yamaha MT-09 2021's 119 HP. The Kawasaki also has a higher torque of 98.6 Nm compared to the Yamaha's 93 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems, liquid cooling, and in-line engines, but the Yamaha has 3 cylinders while the Kawasaki has 4. The Yamaha has a displacement of 889 ccm, while the Kawasaki has a larger displacement of 948 ccm.
Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arms with monoshock absorbers for the rear suspension. The Yamaha has an aluminum frame with a twin tube design, while the Kawasaki has a steel frame with a double cradle design. Both bikes have double disk brakes on the front with similar diameters of 298 mm for the Yamaha and 300 mm for the Kawasaki.
Yamaha MT-09 2021
In terms of advanced rider assistance systems, both bikes have ABS and traction control. However, the Yamaha also has a quickshifter, while the Kawasaki has additional features such as riding modes and ride by wire.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Yamaha has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1430 mm compared to the Kawasaki's 1450 mm. The seat height of the Yamaha is also slightly higher at 825 mm compared to the Kawasaki's 795 mm. However, the Yamaha is lighter with a kerb weight of 189 kg compared to the Kawasaki's 212 kg.
Kawasaki Z900 2023
In terms of strengths, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 offers no more load change reactions, even more pressure from the center, and an over-complete electronics package. It also has a great working quickshifter, comfortably integrated seating position, successful chassis, lively handling, and enormous riding pleasure. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 2023 offers light and natural handling with high stability, a silky engine with full pull from low revs, high chassis transparency, great feedback, and a seating position with a feel-good factor. It is also praised for its absolutely fair price.
In terms of weaknesses, the Yamaha MT-09 2021 has a polarizing look, a small TFT display, somewhat indirect front wheel feel, and cruise control only available in the SP variant. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 2023 has relatively cumbersome operation of the menu, no slope-dependent assistance systems, and a high weight.
Overall, both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between the Yamaha MT-09 2021 and the Kawasaki Z900 2023 will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-09 2021 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2023
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha MT-09 2021
The ingredients for the 2021 update are right: More power, more equipment, more electronics, less weight. If you take a look at the key data of the latest MT-09, including its over-complete standard equipment, "mid-range naked bike" almost sounds a bit pejorative. The Japanese engineers have made improvements exactly where they were needed. The swaying chassis is now a thing of the past and the load change reactions have also been eliminated from the revised three-cylinder engine. The additional power paired with a little more pressure in the mid-range gives a sovereign riding feeling. The MT-09 offers a lot of equipment and enormous riding pleasure at a very attractive price. If you like the look, you can buy it without hesitation.
Kawasaki Z900 2023
The Kawasaki Z900 may not be up to scratch when it comes to modern, lean angle-dependent electronic features, but it's relatively cheap and you shouldn't underestimate the fan base of the good old inline four - the Z900 is one of the cheapest ways to own such a great engine with just under a litre of displacement in a sporty naked bike! The higher weight is noticeable, but not massively annoying, because the handling and stability are quite alright. In terms of "outdated" electronics, the most annoying thing is the missing shift assistant, which is not even available as an option. Overall, however, the Z900 is a great naked bike with a great price-performance ratio.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-09 vs Kawasaki Z900
There are a few key differences between a Yamaha MT-09 2021 and a Kawasaki Z900 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 2023 is about 12% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z900 2023 there are less Yamaha MT-09 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 19 compared to 187. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 112 days compared to 122 days for a Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2013 1000PS.de editors have written 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 and 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 since model year 2017. The first review for the Yamaha MT-09 was published on 10/06/2013 and now has more than 39,900 views. This compares to more than 93,200 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 published on 11/11/2016.
