Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2016
Kawasaki Z900 2020
Yamaha MT-09 2016
Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Yamaha MT-09 2016
In terms of engine and drive train, both the Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Yamaha MT-09 2016 have inline engines. However, the Z900 has a more powerful engine with 125.4 HP compared to the MT-09's 115 HP. The Z900 also has higher torque at 98.6 Nm, while the MT-09 has 87.5 Nm. The Z900 has four cylinders and a displacement of 948 ccm, while the MT-09 has three cylinders and a displacement of 847 ccm.
In terms of suspension, the Z900 has an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension, while the MT-09 has a telescopic fork front suspension. Both bikes have double disk front brakes and the same tire dimensions with a width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The rear tire width is also the same at 180 mm, with a diameter of 17 inches.
Kawasaki Z900 2020
In terms of chassis, the Z900 has a steel frame, while the MT-09 has an aluminum frame. The Z900's frame type is a double cradle, while the MT-09's frame type is a twin tube.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Z900 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1450 mm compared to the MT-09's 1440 mm. The seat height of the Z900 is lower at 795 mm, while the MT-09 has a seat height of 815 mm. The Z900 also has a slightly higher kerb weight with ABS at 210 kg, while the MT-09 has a kerb weight with ABS of 191 kg.
Now, let's compare the strengths and weaknesses of each bike. The Z900 has a powerful four-cylinder engine, great handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and offers value for money. On the other hand, the MT-09 has a wonderfully powerful three-cylinder powerplant, three power modes, a fully adjustable chassis, a quickshifter as standard, a sporty upright seating position, good brakes, aggressive looks, and traction control.
Yamaha MT-09 2016
However, the Z900 has some weaknesses, including a somewhat tiring menu navigation and the lack of a quickshifter option. The MT-09 has a saddle that may be a little too hard for long tours and a license plate holder on the swingarm that offers less splash protection than a conventional one.
In conclusion, both the Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Yamaha MT-09 2016 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Z900 offers a more powerful engine and a lower seat height, while the MT-09 has a quickshifter as standard and a fully adjustable chassis. Ultimately, the choice between these two bikes will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
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!
Yamaha MT-09 2016
The Yamaha MT-09 did not need to be reinvented for the coming season - it already was extremely well done almost four years ago. Instead, the Japanese focus on fine-tuning and adding practical, contemporary gimmicks such as traction control and automatic shifting. Due to the Euro4 standard, however, the engine management has been changed once again and offers an emphatically powerful but well controllable power delivery in standard mode; the power explosion of the first generation is now no longer offered even by the sharper A mode. The biggest change, recognisable at first glance, is the, in my opinion, extremely successful design with the more aggressive front and the newly designed rear. All in all, an even snazzier naked bike that was clearly built for the fun of motorcycling.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Yamaha MT-09
There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2020 and a Yamaha MT-09 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 2020 is about 16% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016 there are more Kawasaki Z900 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 34 compared to 11. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 87 days compared to 124 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 was published on 11/11/2016 and now has more than 93,200 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.
