Kawasaki Z900 2021 vs. BMW R nineT Pure 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2021

BMW R nineT Pure 2017

BMW R nineT Pure 2017

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Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2021 compared to BMW R nineT Pure 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2021
BMW R nineT Pure 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore73.4 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power110 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque116 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeDry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
TravelTravel140 mmTravel120 mm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake63.4 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter265 mm

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,105 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth900 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,493 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height805 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)219 kg
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 R nineT Pure 2017

BMW R nineT Pure 2017

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs BMW R nineT Pure

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