Ducati Diavel 1200 Dark 2015 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2022

Ducati Diavel 1200 Dark 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Overview - Ducati Diavel 1200 Dark 2015 vs Kawasaki Z900 2022

Ducati Diavel 1200 Dark 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2022

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Technical Specifications Ducati Diavel 1200 Dark 2015 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2022

Ducati Diavel 1200 Dark 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Ducati Diavel 1200 Dark 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.9 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	162 HP	Engine power	125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	127.5 Nm	Torque	98.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.5	Compression Ratio	11.8
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Valves	Valves	Desmodromic	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	1,198.4 ccm	Displacement	948 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Single swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	Petal

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	240 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	45 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,257 mm	Length	2,070 mm
Height	Height	1,192 mm	Height	1,065 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,590 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	770 mm	Seat Height	795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	239 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	210 kg
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Diavel 1200 Dark 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 2022

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.

Light and natural handling with high stability

silky engine with full pull from low revs

high chassis transparency, great feedback

seating position with feel-good factor

absolutely fair price.

Relatively cumbersome operation of the menu

no slope-dependent assistance systems

high weight