Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2025 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Overview - Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2025 vs Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2024

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2025 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	59 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	136 HP	Engine power	125 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	113 Nm	Torque	98.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	11.8
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	38 mm	Throttle Bore	36 mm
Displacement	Displacement	1,099 ccm	Displacement	948 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	141 mm	Travel	140 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	66 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	98 mm	Trail	105 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	250 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	190 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	50 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,100 mm	Length	2,070 mm
Width	Width	805 mm	Width	820 mm
Height	Height	1,190 mm	Height	1,065 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,440 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	835 mm	Seat Height	795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	235 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	212 kg

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX 2025

The standard version of the Ninja 1100SX also benefits from the most important upgrades for 2025: the more practical engine, the revised traction control and the changed gear ratio make the Ninja fit for the future. Minor weaknesses such as the high fuel consumption and low payload diminish the overall impression somewhat. Yet the Ninja 1100SX SE remains an excellent sporting motorcycle for riders looking for comfort and dynamics in equal measure.

Four-cylinder suitable for everyday use and yet fun to ride

high stability, solid workmanship

high touring capability

quickshifter and traction control operate at a high level

great reponsiveness even in Sport mode

Relatively high fuel consumption

fork with weaknesses in reponsiveness

low payload

operation not always intuitive

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Kawasaki Z900 2024

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