Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	59 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125.4 HP	Engine power	152 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	11,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	98.6 Nm	Torque	106 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm	Rpm at Torque	9,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	12.2
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	36 mm	Throttle Bore	44 mm
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	948 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Shock mount	Shock mount	Deflection	Shock mount	Deflection
Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	130 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Aluminium
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Twin Tube
Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	105 mm	Trail	100 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	Petal	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	250 mm	Diameter	250 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Traction control

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	180 mm	Rear tyre width	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,070 mm	Length	2,115 mm
Width	Width	820 mm	Width	810 mm
Height	Height	1,065 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,460 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	795 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	210 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	214 kg
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2020

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, even if the option of a quickshifter would have been a nice extra. Apart from that: great shot, Kawasaki!

powerful four-cylinder

great handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

The Suzuki GSX-S1000 is still a fully charismatic bike that you can recommend to your best friend. It may not be the newest, hottest iron in the fire, but it is authentic, honest and blessed with an engine that can still inspire even after 20 years. Anyone who values pure bike emotion without a lot of frills will find their perfect partner here. It's not always a bad thing if something is a bit outdated. After all, it has always been upgraded. And that is exactly what makes this GSX-S1000 so charming - it is like a good wine that only gets better with age.

Legendary K5 engine with authentic character

Superbike frame and swingarm for maximum stability

Neutral, harmonious riding performance

Solid workmanship and proven technology

Attractive price-performance ratio

Versatility between sport and everyday use

Braking system requires high manual force

ABS control conservatively set up

noticeable additional weight compared to modern competitors

lengthy final gear ratio

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Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Equipment

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Suzuki GSX-S1000 2025

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Suzuki GSX-S1000

Price Kawasaki Z900

Price Suzuki GSX-S1000

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