Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2011 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2019

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2011

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Technical Specifications Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2011 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2019

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2011

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2011

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	106 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	67.8 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	130 HP	Engine power	125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	8,700 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	115 Nm	Torque	98.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,200 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,200 ccm	Displacement	948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,248 mm	Length	2,070 mm
Width	Width	925 mm	Width	820 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,528 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	870 mm	Seat Height	795 mm
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 2011

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Fortunately, the new Kawasaki Z900 has lost none of its character through the use of electronics. It is and remains a playful mid-range naked bike, which at the same time masters the brisk pace on the country road magnificently. The riding pleasure and suitability for everyday use are high, the now installed riding aids offer a plus in safety. Your opponents will have a really hard time from now on.

Light and natural handling with high stability

Silky engine with full pull from mid revs

High chassis transparency, great feedback

Sitting position with feel-good factor

Fair price

TFT display mounted too low

Cumbersome menu operation

Rear view mirrors offer modest visibility

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200 vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Aprilia Dorsoduro 1200

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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