Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs. KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2018 compared to KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2018
KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore101 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.5
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height850 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

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

You can still enter the corner with precision or turn the bike on. You can still correct every radius easily and at will. The Superduke is still more fun than a leather trouser. And you can still take on anyone with it.

High performance device

extreme potential - not fully achievable.

Geometry

suboptimal ride comfort

instrument design.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 990 Super Duke

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price KTM 990 Super Duke

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