Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Yamaha R1 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Yamaha R1 2018

Yamaha R1 2018

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Yamaha R1 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Yamaha R1 2018

Yamaha R1 2018

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Yamaha R1 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2020
Yamaha R1 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke50.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power13,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque112.4 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque11,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeDeltabox

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsLaunch-Control, Traction control

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 height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,055 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth690 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,405 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height855 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)199 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, even if the option of a quickshifter would have been a nice extra. Apart from that: great shot, Kawasaki!

powerful four-cylinder

great handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Yamaha R1 2018

Yamaha R1 2018

The Yamaha YZF-R1 is closer to a racing machine than ever before. The engine shines with lightness and agility. The seating position surprises positively and the handling is radical but still "suitable for the masses". The machine immediately stands out visually and also due to the heart-warming sound and is now 20 years after the first R1 the biggest milestone in R1 history.

Very rev-happy engine

great sound

terrific handling

compact and radical machine - nevertheless great seating comfort

high-quality electronic equipment

high-quality and noble components with the most modern manufacturing methods.

agile driving style required - rolling around comfortably is not her thing

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Yamaha R1

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price Yamaha R1

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