Kawasaki Z900 2024 vs. Suzuki GSX-S950 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Suzuki GSX-S950 2023

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2024 compared to Suzuki GSX-S950 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Suzuki GSX-S950 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Suzuki GSX-S950 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	59 mm
Engine power	Engine power	125 HP	Engine power	48 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	6,100 rpm
Torque	Torque	98.6 Nm	Torque	76 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm	Rpm at Torque	3,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	12.2
Throttle Bore	Throttle Bore	36 mm	Throttle Bore	44 mm
Displacement	Displacement	948 ccm	Displacement	999 ccm

Suspension Front

Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	120 mm

Suspension Rear

Travel	Travel	140 mm	Travel	130 mm

Chassis

Rake	Rake	65 degree	Rake	65 degree
Trail	Trail	105 mm	Trail	100 mm

Brakes Front

Diameter	Diameter	300 mm	Diameter	310 mm

Brakes Rear

Diameter	Diameter	250 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	190 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	50 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,070 mm	Length	2,115 mm
Width	Width	820 mm	Width	810 mm
Height	Height	1,065 mm	Height	1,080 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,460 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	795 mm	Seat Height	810 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	212 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	214 kg

Pros and Cons in comparison

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 In terms of "outdated" electronics, the most annoying thing is the missing shift assistant, which is not even available as an option.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

Suzuki GSX-S950 2023

The "small" GSX-S950 is damn close to the GSX-S1000, which is why it seems as if the proud surcharge for the 1000 will have to be properly justified. However, anyone who wants it to be as sporty as on the GSX-S1000 will already fail due to the somewhat too soft, non-adjustable suspension. However, this more comfortable design of the 950 fits the character of the engine very well. With (only) 95 hp, the engine, which is identical to the GSX-S1000, is designed for torque from below and in the middle; there is little point in stubbornly wriggling out. So if you are looking for a comparatively comfortable naked bike that is suitable for A2 and that can hardly be distinguished visually from the top model, you can save a lot of money!

Engine with plenty of punch from below

good sound

stable brakes

comfortable seating position

Chassis too soft and not adjustable

cockpit not easy to read in sunlight

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