Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 vs. Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018
Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
Overview - Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 vs Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
The Kawasaki Z900 70kW model year 2018 and the Aprilia Tuono 660 model year 2021 are both naked bikes that offer a powerful and thrilling riding experience.
Starting with the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018, it is equipped with a 948cc in-line engine that delivers 95 horsepower and 91.2 Nm of torque. The engine is smooth and offers a punch at around 6000 rpm, making it suitable for city traffic. The brakes on the Z900 are finely controllable, providing confidence in stopping power. The bike's handling is also commendable, with good stability at motorway speeds. However, the Z900 has a relatively high weight of 210 kg, which can impact acceleration, especially with its 70kW power output. Additionally, the bike may feel small for taller riders.
Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018
On the other hand, the Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 features a 659cc in-line crankpin offset engine that also produces 95 horsepower, but with 67 Nm of torque. The engine is easy to operate and offers a good sound. The Tuono 660 has a sporty appearance and handles well, thanks to its stable and precise chassis. The brakes on the Tuono are decent, providing reliable stopping power. One of the standout features of the Tuono 660 is its extensive electronics package, which includes ABS, riding modes, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie. However, it's worth noting that some of these electronics may come at an additional cost. The Tuono 660 has a kerb weight of 183 kg, making it lighter than the Z900.
Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
In terms of technical specifications, both bikes share similarities in their suspension setup, with upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. The front and rear tyre dimensions are also the same, with a width of 120mm and a diameter of 17 inches. However, the Tuono 660 has a slightly wider front tyre diameter of 320mm compared to the Z900's 300mm. The wheelbase of the Tuono 660 is shorter at 1370mm, while the Z900 has a wheelbase of 1450mm. The seat height of the Tuono 660 is higher at 820mm, compared to the Z900's 795mm.
In conclusion, both the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 and the Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 offer powerful naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Z900 provides a smooth engine and good handling, while the Tuono 660 offers an easy-to-operate engine, sporty handling, and an extensive electronics package. However, the Z900 may be more suitable for taller riders, while the Tuono 660 has a higher price tag and additional costs for some of its advanced rider assistance systems.
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 compared to Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018
The Z900 is a top entry-level motorbike. Very smooth engine, great brakes and lots of adjustment options on the chassis and levers. The acceleration may be too good for speed junkies, but it's just right for learning. The lack of electronic gimmicks, riding modes and traction control doesn't bother either, but makes the Z900 a good bike to learn the basics of two-wheeled locomotion. A high-quality purist, a real motorbike, even with only 48 hp!
Aprilia Tuono 660 2021
The Tuono delivers on the bends what the name promises. The sporty naked bike rides precisely and you enjoy the sporty corner chase. At the exit of the bend, however, one wishes for more emotion and adrenaline. The sporty expectation is naturally also created by the Tuono's racy appearance and cheeky demeanour. But this expectation is unfortunately not quite fulfilled in the saddle.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 70kW vs Aprilia Tuono 660
There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 and a Aprilia Tuono 660 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 is about 18% higher. Compared to Aprilia Tuono 660 2021 there are less Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 5 compared to 16. It takes less time to sell a Aprilia Tuono 660 with 122 days compared to 194 days for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW. Since model year 2018 1000PS.de editors have written 10 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW and 8 reviews for the Aprilia Tuono 660 since model year 2021. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW was published on 23/11/2018 and now has more than 104,300 views. This compares to more than 52,500 views for the first review on Aprilia Tuono 660 published on 05/11/2019.
