Ducati Monster 821 2016 vs. Kawasaki Z900 RS 2022

Ducati Monster 821 2016

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2022

Overview - Ducati Monster 821 2016 vs Kawasaki Z900 RS 2022

Ducati Monster 821 2016

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2022

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 821 2016 compared to Kawasaki Z900 RS 2022

Ducati Monster 821 2016

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2022

Ducati Monster 821 2016

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	88 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.5 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	112 HP	Engine power	111 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	89 Nm	Torque	98.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	10.8
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	821 ccm	Displacement	948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

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	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,154 mm	Length	2,100 mm
Width	Width	867 mm	Width	865 mm
Height	Height	1,061 mm	Height	1,150 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,480 mm	Wheelbase	1,470 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	785 mm	Seat Height	835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	205.5 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	215 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 821 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2022

The Z900 RS enjoys a large fan base and in 2022 it once again proves why it is so popular. The powerful engine scores with pulling power and a wonderful sound that is not too obtrusive. The handling feels natural and presents no challenges. Only a quickshifter would suit the bike - even if that doesn't quite fit the retro idea.

beautiful design

powerful engine

stable handling

powerful brake

comfortable seating position

analogue displays

adjustable levers

No optional quickshifter available