Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024 vs. Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024 vs Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024 compared to Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024
Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpm
TorqueTorque98.5 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital, Transistor
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65 degreeRake25.5 degree
TrailTrail98 mmTrail102 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial
BrandBrandBremboBrandNissin

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, 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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,080 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth800 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,060 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height785 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)188 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity17.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2
RangeRange326 kmRange488 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions124 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions80 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.5 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

Honda CB500 Hornet 2024

The Honda CB500 Hornet proves to be a mature and well-balanced naked bike that is an excellent choice in the A2 class.

Smooth but really sufficient engine power

good revvvy even at low engine speeds

precise and smooth clutch and gearstick

vibration-free riding performance

stable and pleasant chassis damping

excellent turning-in behaviour

powerful brakes with double disk front brakes

high build quality

clear and informative display

good handling and agility, user-friendly electronic Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

comfortable seating position

good balance between riding pleasure and safety.

higher weight compared to some competitors could be annoying for very light riders

suspension can be overloaded with a sporty riding style or higher rider weight

possibly less comfortable for taller riders

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS SE vs Honda CB500 Hornet

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS SE

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Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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