Kawasaki Z900 2023 vs. Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2023 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2023

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2023 compared to Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2023
Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore76.2 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke96.8 mm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque70 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque3,750 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionBelt
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement883 ccm

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston

Brakes Rear

PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,260 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height693 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2023

The Kawasaki Z900 may not be up to scratch when it comes to modern, lean angle-dependent electronic features, but it's relatively cheap and you shouldn't underestimate the fan base of the good old inline four - the Z900 is one of the cheapest ways to own such a great engine with just under a litre of displacement in a sporty naked bike! The higher weight is noticeable, but not massively annoying, because the handling and stability are quite alright. In terms of "outdated" electronics, the most annoying thing is the missing shift assistant, which is not even available as an option. Overall, however, the Z900 is a great naked bike with a great price-performance ratio.

Light and natural handling with high stability

silky engine with full pull from low revs

high chassis transparency, great feedback

seating position with feel-good factor

absolutely fair price.

Relatively cumbersome operation of the menu

no slope-dependent assistance systems

high weight

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price Harley-Davidson Sportster XL 883

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