Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 vs. Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

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Overview - Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 vs Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

The Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 are both naked bikes with similar engine types, fuel systems, and cooling systems. However, there are several differences between the two models.

In terms of engine power, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 has 92 HP, while the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 has 95 HP. The Honda CB750 Hornet has a torque of 75 Nm, while the Kawasaki Z900 has a torque of 91.2 Nm. This indicates that the Kawasaki Z900 may have slightly more power and torque, which could result in better acceleration and top speed.

Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arm suspension for the rear. The Honda CB750 Hornet has a monoshock rear shock absorber with preload adjustment, while the Kawasaki Z900 has a monoshock rear shock absorber with both preload and rebound adjustment. This means that the Kawasaki Z900 may offer more customization options for the suspension setup.

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with four pistons. The Honda CB750 Hornet has a diameter of 296 mm for the front brakes, while the Kawasaki Z900 has a slightly larger diameter of 300 mm. The Kawasaki Z900 also has petal technology for the front brakes, which could provide better heat dissipation and braking performance.

In terms of rider assistance systems, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 offers a range of advanced systems including ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 only has ABS as an advanced rider assistance system.

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Honda CB750 Hornet has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1420 mm compared to the Kawasaki Z900's 1450 mm. Both bikes have a seat height of 795 mm. However, the Honda CB750 Hornet is lighter with a kerb weight of 190 kg (with ABS) compared to the Kawasaki Z900's 210 kg (with ABS).

In terms of weaknesses, the Honda CB750 Hornet's steel box swing arm may not be considered particularly attractive, while the Kawasaki Z900 may be quite small for tall riders and has a relatively high weight, which could affect acceleration.

Overall, both the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and the Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 have their own strengths and weaknesses. The Honda CB750 Hornet offers a powerful engine, good brakes, and extensive electronics, while the Kawasaki Z900 has a smooth engine, finely controllable brakes, and good handling. Ultimately, the choice between the two models will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 compared to Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023
Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore87 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke63.5 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power92 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque75 NmTorque91.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement755 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel130 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake25 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail99 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter296 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelieAdvanced 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 width160 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth780 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,085 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,420 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)190 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018

The Z900 is a top entry-level motorbike. Very smooth engine, great brakes and lots of adjustment options on the chassis and levers. The acceleration may be too good for speed junkies, but it's just right for learning. The lack of electronic gimmicks, riding modes and traction control doesn't bother either, but makes the Z900 a good bike to learn the basics of two-wheeled locomotion. A high-quality purist, a real motorbike, even with only 48 hp!

Smooth engine with punch at approx. 6000 rpm

Finely controllable brakes

Smooth running of the engine super for city traffic

Typical 4-cylinder shriek, but very restrained at low revs

Stable at motorway speeds

Good handling

Quite small for tall people

rather high weight of 210 kg

acceleration with 48 hp rather poor due to weight

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Honda CB750 Hornet vs Kawasaki Z900 70kW

There are a few key differences between a Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 and a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 is about 11% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z900 70kW 2018 there are more Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 76 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB750 Hornet with 60 days compared to 194 days for a Kawasaki Z900 70kW. Since model year 2023 1000PS.de editors have written 15 reviews for the Honda CB750 Hornet and 10 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 70kW since model year 2018. The first review for the Honda CB750 Hornet was published on 9/8/2022 and now has more than 57,900 views. This compares to more than 104,300 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 70kW published on 11/23/2018.

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