Kawasaki Z900 2024 vs. KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2024 vs KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2024 compared to KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2024
KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore101 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power120 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.5
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement999 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height850 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2024

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 In terms of "outdated" electronics, the most annoying thing is the missing shift assistant, which is not even available as an option.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

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

You can still enter the corner with precision or turn the bike on. You can still correct every radius easily and at will. The Superduke is still more fun than a leather trouser. And you can still take on anyone with it.

High performance device

extreme potential - not fully achievable.

Geometry

suboptimal ride comfort

instrument design.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 990 Super Duke

Price Kawasaki Z900

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Price KTM 990 Super Duke

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