BMW R 12 nineT 2024 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Overview - BMW R 12 nineT 2024 vs Kawasaki Z900 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

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Technical Specifications BMW R 12 nineT 2024 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	101 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	73 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	109 HP	Engine power	125 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	115 Nm	Torque	98.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12	Compression Ratio	11.8
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	50 mm	Throttle Bore	36 mm
Displacement	Displacement	1,170 ccm	Displacement	948 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	45 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	140 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	62.3 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	110.7 mm	Trail	105 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	300 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	265 mm	Diameter	250 mm

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	2,130 mm	Length	2,070 mm
Width	Width	870 mm	Width	820 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,511 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	795 mm	Seat Height	795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	220 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	212 kg
Stationary noise	Stationary noise	86 dB	Stationary noise	97 dB

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

BMW has not only given the nineT model series an updated name and a polished design, but also a large chunk of versatility. It remains the characterful naked bike with a vibrant boxer engine, but can also offer significantly more riding pleasure thanks to the new ergonomics, adjustable suspension, better brakes and quickshifter for the first time. Looking good, relaxed cruising or pops through the twisties - the BMW R 12 nineT can do it all!

Great old-school boxer with now EU5+ homologation

First modern quickshifter for this engine

Top brakes

Very sensitive, fully adjustable chassis

Versatile ergonomics

Lots of cool accessory options Agile riding performance

Quickshifter very jerky when shifting up in some situations

Clutch requires a lot of manual force

Considerable price, especially with accessories

Kawasaki Z900 2024

The Kawasaki Z900 may not be up to scratch when it comes to modern, lean angle-dependent electronic features, but it's relatively cheap and you shouldn't underestimate the fan base of the good old inline four - the Z900 is one of the cheapest ways to own such a great engine with just under a litre of displacement in a sporty naked bike! The higher weight is noticeable, but not massively annoying, because the handling and stability are quite alright. In terms of "outdated" electronics, the most annoying thing is the missing shift assistant, which is not even available as an option. Overall, however, the Z900 is a great naked bike with a great price-performance ratio.

Light and natural handling with high stability

silky engine with full pull from low revs

high chassis transparency, great feedback

seating position with feel-good factor

absolutely fair price.

Relatively cumbersome operation of the menu

no slope-dependent assistance systems

high weight