Ducati Panigale V2 S 2025 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2024

Ducati Panigale V2 S 2025

Ducati Panigale V2 S 2025

Kawasaki Z900 2024

Kawasaki Z900 2024

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Technical Specifications Ducati Panigale V2 S 2025 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2024

Ducati Panigale V2 S 2025
Kawasaki Z900 2024

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore96 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke61.5 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power125 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque93.3 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,250 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio13.1 Compression Ratio11.8
DisplacementDisplacement890 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

TravelTravel150 mmTravel140 mm

Chassis

RakeRake23.6 degreeRake65 degree
TrailTrail93 mmTrail105 mm

Brakes Front

DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

DiameterDiameter245 mmDiameter250 mm

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 height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height837 mmSeat Height795 mm

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Panigale V2 S 2025

Ducati Panigale V2 S 2025

Ducati has fully achieved its goal of building a supersport bike that is very easy to ride. With its extremely light handling, low weight and easy-to-control engine, the new V2 Panigale is a real joy to ride, especially on technically demanding tracks. The big highlights are the late braking points and the tight cornering radii, which can be maintained even at high cornering speeds. The slightly lower power almost makes up for the weight. The new Panigale V2 S therefore offers a significant improvement compared to its predecessor, especially for beginners, and, contrary to the well-known saying "power is everything", will probably help inexperienced riders to achieve better lap times due to its lightness. The little Panigale will bring a smile to the face of even performance-accustomed superbikers. Ducati has achieved many plus points, especially for use on country roads. With the new Panigale, the Italians have brought out a toned-down version and, with a much more comfortable riding position, are clearly focussing on road suitability and beginner-friendliness. This is also emphasised by the fact that the V2 is available in an A2 version. In conjunction with the reduced prices, the V2 Panigale thus also comes into the range for sharp computers. A Panigale for beginners, who would have thought it?

Very easy handling

high deceleration values

low weight

Windscreen

automatic gearshift sometimes sticky

position of reservoir for brakes and clutch fluid

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

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