Kawasaki Z1000 2009 vs. Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Kawasaki Z1000 2009

Kawasaki Z1000 2009

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 2009 vs Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Kawasaki Z1000 2009

Kawasaki Z1000 2009

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2009 compared to Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Kawasaki Z1000 2009
Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77.2 mmBore85 mm
StrokeStroke50.9 mmStroke83 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power52 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power5,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.7 NmTorque79.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,200 rpmRpm at Torque3,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio9
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears5
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingAir
DisplacementDisplacement953 ccmDisplacement942 ccm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeCentral tubeFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
WidthWidth780 mmWidth830 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,120 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,445 mmWheelbase1,570 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height820 mmSeat Height690 mm
Kerb WeightKerb Weight228 kgKerb Weight247 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity18.5 lFuel Tank Capacity12 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 2009

Kawasaki Z1000 2009

Kawasaki did well to rethink and rebuild the Z1000 from the ground up. It was given a dark soul whose roots lie in the (un)good old days, but it seems more genuine and cohesive thanks to its independent development. Kawa did justice to itself and the wishes of its customers to a high degree. All in all, a courageous product for courageous riders.

Relatively much power

powerful appearance

much comfort

optimal chassis

acceptable price.

Uncontrollable instrument unit

partial manual force present.

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Yamaha XV 950 R 2014

Visually, the Yamaha XV950R does everything right - it stands out from the wide variety of cruisers with its sporty touch. In riding, however, it does not stand out significantly from the competition. The XV950R also has the usual problem with low lean angle clearance, which is not helped by the firmer tuning of the chassis.

Minimalist look with sporty accents

cultivated engine

taut and stable chassis

stable brakes

good workmanship

low centre of gravity and low seat height advantageous for smaller riders.

Engine has too little "momentum"

low lean angle clearance

restrained sound.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 vs Yamaha XV 950 R

Price Kawasaki Z1000

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Price Yamaha XV 950 R

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