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Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025 vs. Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

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Overview - Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Technical Specifications Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025 compared to Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025
Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025
Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025
Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn line crankpin offsetEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84.6 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke80 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power65 HPEngine power68 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpm
TorqueTorque80 NmTorque65.7 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque3,800 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears5Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement900 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel125 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel116 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake24.9 degreeRake65.5 degree
TrailTrail103 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter255 mmDiameter200 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountFloating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,090 mmLength2,055 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,435 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height780 mmSeat Height820 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)187.1 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity12 lFuel Tank Capacity15 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA2, ALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentBluetooth, Connectivity, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socketEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025

Triumph Speed Twin 900 2025

All in all, the Speed Twin cylinder update is a real treat for modern classic fans who want to combine two worlds: enjoyable cruising with comfort, but also lively cornering with a powerful sound. You get state of the art technology that makes the riding experience even safer and more comfortable. A modern classic bike as it is written in the book.

Bonneville engine

powerful, full sound

agile handling

sleek looks with new features

transmission

optimised suspension elements

seating position and comfortable upholstery

Tyres could use more grip

rear brake too lax

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Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Kawasaki Z650 RS 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Triumph Speed Twin 900 vs Kawasaki Z650 RS

Price Triumph Speed Twin 900

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Price Kawasaki Z650 RS

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