KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

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Overview - KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010 vs Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2021

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010
Kawasaki Z900 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke62.4 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power131 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque102 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height865 mmSeat Height795 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

KTM 990 Super Duke R 2010

Engine, chassis and brakes mastered the tough test in the race perfectly. The world press was convinced and is now reporting around the globe about a race on a racing motorbike that is actually a normal road bike with registration, warranty and number plate.

Powerful engine

plenty of power

positive handling

sophisticated design

adjustment options

braking system.

Chassis is not suitable for beginners

visually remains the same.

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

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, except for the lack of a quickshifter option.

powerful four-cylinder

intuitive handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

No quickshifter option

competitors with 6-axis IMU electronically ahead.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Super Duke R vs Kawasaki Z900

Price KTM 990 Super Duke R

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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