Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021 vs. BMW F 800 GS 2013

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

BMW F 800 GS 2013

BMW F 800 GS 2013

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021 vs BMW F 800 GS 2013

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021

BMW F 800 GS 2013

BMW F 800 GS 2013

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021 compared to BMW F 800 GS 2013

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2021
BMW F 800 GS 2013

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore82 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke75.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power86 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque83 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque5,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationDry sump
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement798 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsSuspension electronically adjustable

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width90 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter21 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,320 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth890 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,350 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,578 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height880 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)214 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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)

BMW F 800 GS 2013

BMW F 800 GS 2013

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS vs BMW F 800 GS

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

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Price BMW F 800 GS

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