Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs. Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2018 compared to Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2018
Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore74.5 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke57.3 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power136 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque116.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque10,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.8
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin-Spar

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,045 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth710 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height810 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

In the hotly contested naked bike segment, the Z900 plays right at the front. Above all, its engine is absolutely terrific, runs incredibly silky and offers rich power in all rev regions - as befits a Japanese four-cylinder. Its sporty, aggressive appearance matches this. It does without electronic bells and whistles, but still conveys a lot of confidence when chasing corners, braking and accelerating out of them. The low seat is especially beneficial for smaller riders, but taller riders might miss a flatter knee angle on long distances. The low weight and compactness make the Z900 particularly agile and easy to handle. A sporting cannon that is also extremely appealing in terms of price

Powerful and silky engine

great sound

chassis

sharp, sporty look

low seating position

easy handling and manoeuvrability.

Lack of traction control

Knee angle strenuous for tall riders in the long run

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

Suzuki GSX-R 1000 2009

The GSX-R 1000 remains something for the experienced rider, despite its precise and balanced rideability and controllable power delivery. Suzuki knows that a thousand must remain a thousand and strictly adheres to this. Let's hope that they can continue to do so for a long time.

Improved geometry

compact engine design

relaxed seating position

system with multiple height adjustments

anti-hopping clutch.

Accessibility of compression adjustment suboptimal

weak in the lower rev range

not for beginners

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki GSX-R 1000

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price Suzuki GSX-R 1000

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