Kawasaki Z1000 2012 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Z1000 2012 vs Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z1000 2012 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Z1000 2012
Kawasaki Z900 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore77 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power138 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,600 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque110 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,800 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.8
DisplacementDisplacement1,043 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width190 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height50 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,095 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth805 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,085 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height815 mmSeat Height795 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

Kawasaki Z1000 2012

All in all, the new Z1000 is a successful further development of its predecessor. The lack of traction control is more of a marketing problem than a problem for end customers.

Powerful engine

rich sound

unique design

No traction control

nervous chassis

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 In terms of "outdated" electronics, the most annoying thing is the missing shift assistant, which is not even available as an option.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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z1000 vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Kawasaki Z1000

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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