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Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 vs. Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 vs Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 compared to Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore77 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power138 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,800 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio11.8
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,043 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height50 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,095 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth805 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,440 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height815 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Its four-cylinder is silky smooth while delivering enough power to make you grin under your helmet. It is also very easy to move, which should make it a great commuter bike in everyday life and serve as an iconic fun bike at the weekend. The looks find the perfect straddle of classic design and modern details to form a coherent retro package that is also a worthy tribute to Kawasaki history. It's a great naked bike with a snazzy look.

Powerful and smooth engine

good looks

comfortable seating position

easy to ride

balanced handling. Not nervous and not ponderous

no shift assistant

heavier than other retro bikes in this class

seat a little too soft on long tours

no wind protection

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

All in all, the new Z1000 is a successful further development of its predecessor. The lack of traction control is more of a marketing problem than a problem for end customers.

Powerful engine

rich sound

unique design

No traction control

nervous chassis

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS vs Kawasaki Z1000

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

Model year
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Price Kawasaki Z1000

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