Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2021 compared to BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2021
BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke59 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power163 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque8,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,157 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionStrut
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentRebound

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,228 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth856 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,230 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,580 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height820 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2021

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.

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

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

BMW K 1200 R Sport 2009

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs BMW K 1200 R Sport

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price BMW K 1200 R Sport

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