Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2020
Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke42.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power124 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power14,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque10,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionTransistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement599 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,040 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth705 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,095 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,375 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height850 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, even if the option of a quickshifter would have been a nice extra. Apart from that: great shot, Kawasaki!

powerful four-cylinder

great handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

Yamaha YZF-R6 2017

The Yamaha R6 2017 is still a visually and dynamically radical supersport motorbike that is one of the best and probably the last of its kind. The EURO4 standard costs the 599 cubic in-line four-cylinder with titanium valves a whole 11 hp compared to the 2007/2008 model. Yamaha is clearly targeting hobby, amateur and professional racers who don't care about standard performance anyway. With more than 50 accessories, the R6 can be upgraded according to need and budget. However, everyone should be aware that this can cost a lot of money.

Strong, direct brakes

sharp looks

automatic gearshift

good wind protection

precise handling

high transparency

radical seating position unsuitable for touring

standard power only 118.4 hp

upgrade cost-intensive

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Yamaha YZF-R6

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price Yamaha YZF-R6

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