Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014 vs. Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

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Overview - Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014 vs Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014 compared to Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore98 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke71.5 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power145 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque125 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,250 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.5 Compression Ratio10.8
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement1,198 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSingle swing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble 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 width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,156 mmLength2,100 mm
HeightHeight1,117 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,511 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height835 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)209 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)215 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17.5 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2014

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

A timelessly beautiful motorbike, the Z 900 RS. Its heart, the powerful and silky-smooth four-cylinder, ensures absolute riding pleasure. Even for longer rides, it offers plenty of comfort thanks to its pleasant seating position, well-padded saddle and high, wide handlebars. For those who like retro motorbikes but appreciate modern handling, the Z1 Homage is a very good choice.

authentic, beautiful retro look

very comfortable seating position

easy and comfortable to ride

no quickshifter and no driving modes (but TC adjustable)

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Monster 1200 S vs Kawasaki Z900 RS

Price Ducati Monster 1200 S

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Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

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