Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2021

Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011

Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

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Overview - Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011 vs Kawasaki Z900 2021

Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011

Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2021

Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011
Kawasaki Z900 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore98 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke71.5 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque103 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.7 Compression Ratio11.8
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement1,078 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,112 mmLength2,070 mm
HeightHeight1,088 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height795 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011

Ducati Monster 1100 S 2011

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

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

Price Comparison Average Market Price Ducati Monster 1100 S vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Ducati Monster 1100 S

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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