Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2021
Kawasaki Z900 2021
KTM 890 Duke R 2021
Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs KTM 890 Duke R 2021
The Kawasaki Z900 2021 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 are both naked bikes that offer powerful performance and advanced rider assistance systems. However, they have some key differences in terms of specifications and strengths.
In terms of engine performance, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 comes with a 125.4 HP inline four-cylinder engine, while the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 features a slightly lower 121 HP inline two-cylinder engine. Both bikes have similar torque figures, with the Z900 at 98.6 Nm and the Duke R at 99 Nm. Despite the difference in cylinder configuration, both bikes offer fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.
When it comes to suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The Kawasaki Z900 2021 offers a monoshock with preload and rebound adjustment, while the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 provides a monoshock with preload adjustment only. Both bikes have aluminum shock absorbers.
Kawasaki Z900 2021
In terms of chassis, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 has a steel frame with a double cradle design, while the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 features a chromium-molybdenum frame with a tubular design. Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with four-piston calipers, but the Duke R has larger 320 mm diameter disks and radial technology, which enhances braking performance.
Both bikes come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control. However, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 lacks a quickshifter option, while the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 offers an excellent quickshifter. The Duke R also has a better electronics package overall.
In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have similar front and rear tire widths and diameters. The Kawasaki Z900 2021 has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1450 mm compared to the Duke R's 1482 mm. The seat height of the Z900 is also lower at 795 mm, while the Duke R has a higher seat height of 834 mm.
KTM 890 Duke R 2021
In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 offers a powerful four-cylinder engine, intuitive handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and value for money. On the other hand, the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 has a high-revving and sporty engine, an excellent quickshifter, a great electronics package, great brakes, a good chassis, and driving-friendly handling due to its low weight.
However, the Kawasaki Z900 2021 does have some weaknesses, such as the lack of a quickshifter option and being slightly behind competitors in terms of electronic features. The KTM 890 Duke R 2021 has some weaknesses as well, including cheap buttons and switches and slightly nervous geometry.
Overall, both the Kawasaki Z900 2021 and the KTM 890 Duke R 2021 are powerful and capable naked bikes, but they have their own unique strengths and weaknesses that riders should consider based on their preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2021 compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
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.
KTM 890 Duke R 2021
The KTM 890 Duke R is the sportiest evolutionary stage of the 890 Duke. More power, firmer chassis, sharper brakes - these ingredients, together with the already low vehicle weight, make it a real precision machine. A fast and cool bike for riding fun fetishists, ambitious home track heaters and, last but not least, a real recommendation for trackday visitors. However, the sporty positioning of the upper body and the somewhat more acute knee angle come at the expense of comfort. Last but not least, the adjustable suspension in the basic setup is really crisply tuned. If you want to enjoy the powerful 890 engine and the high-quality electronics a little more comfortably, you can still go for the basic model with a clear conscience.
Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 890 Duke R
There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2021 and a KTM 890 Duke R 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 890 Duke R 2021 is about 19% higher. Compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2021 there are more Kawasaki Z900 2021 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 33 compared to 14. It takes less time to sell a KTM 890 Duke R with 99 days compared to 107 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 15 reviews for the KTM 890 Duke R since model year 2020. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 was published on 11/11/2016 and now has more than 93,200 views. This compares to more than 126,600 views for the first review on KTM 890 Duke R published on 05/11/2019.
