Kawasaki Z650 2020 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2018
Kawasaki Z650 2020
Yamaha MT-09 2018
Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2020 vs Yamaha MT-09 2018
The Kawasaki Z650 2020 and the Yamaha MT-09 2018 are both popular naked bikes that offer a thrilling riding experience. While they share some similarities in terms of engine type, fuel system, and suspension, they also have distinct differences in power, handling, and design.
Starting with the engine, the Kawasaki Z650 2020 is equipped with a 649cc inline twin-cylinder engine that delivers 68.2 horsepower and 65.7 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 features a larger 847cc inline three-cylinder engine that produces a more impressive 115 horsepower and 87.5 Nm of torque. This gives the Yamaha MT-09 a significant advantage in terms of power and acceleration.
Kawasaki Z650 2020
In terms of handling, the Kawasaki Z650 2020 boasts compact dimensions and a low seat height, making it easier to maneuver and control. Its stable chassis provides a confident and stable ride. The Yamaha MT-09 2018, on the other hand, offers lively handling and a comfortable seating position, even for taller riders. However, it requires more riding skills overall compared to other naked bikes in the mid-range.
Both bikes come with advanced rider assistance systems, including ABS. However, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 also features a quickshifter and traction control, providing additional safety and convenience.
In terms of design, the Kawasaki Z650 2020 has a grown-up look with aggressive intake noise. It also features a TFT display with connectivity, allowing riders to easily access information and connect their devices. The Yamaha MT-09 2018, on the other hand, harmonizes perfectly between its optics and character. It has smooth wheels and an overall appealing design.
Yamaha MT-09 2018
While the Kawasaki Z650 2020 has a front brake pressure point and may be uncomfortable for taller riders, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 can be exhausting when ridden briskly and lacks precision in terms of traction on the rear wheel.
In conclusion, the Kawasaki Z650 2020 is a powerful naked bike with compact dimensions and a stable chassis. It offers a grown-up look and a TFT display with connectivity. On the other hand, the Yamaha MT-09 2018 boasts a larger and more powerful engine, lively handling, and a comfortable seating position. However, it requires more riding skills and may lack precision in certain aspects. Ultimately, the choice between these two bikes depends on the rider's preferences and priorities.
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2020 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2018
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Kawasaki Z650 2020
It's simply marvellous what Kawasaki has put together in a complete package with the new Z650. The technical components may not knock your socks off individually, but in combination they make for a pleasantly neutral motorbike that everyone will enjoy. No bitchy idiosyncrasies - simply a naked bike that works really well on winding country roads. Of course, the TFT display, which we don't find in the competition at the moment, is a plus, as is the grown-up look, which is strongly oriented towards the larger Z models. Only the pressure point of the front brake could have been more clearly defined - but you can't have everything in this price range.
Yamaha MT-09 2018
A coherent motorbike where everything fits together. The motorbike delivers what its looks promise. High-tech, charisma and lots of adrenaline. It is a mixture of supermoto, naked bike and streetfighter and it loves to be handled irrationally. A cool motorbike. Only in comparison with the MT-09 SP does one begin to miss a high-quality chassis.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs Yamaha MT-09
There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z650 2020 and a Yamaha MT-09 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2018 is about 34% higher. Compared to Yamaha MT-09 2018 there are more Kawasaki Z650 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 21 compared to 15. It takes less time to sell a Yamaha MT-09 with 72 days compared to 80 days for the Kawasaki Z650. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 31 reviews for the Kawasaki Z650 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Kawasaki Z650 was published on 08/11/2016 and now has more than 25,000 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.
