Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 vs. Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 vs Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018 compared to Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018
Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore79 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke71.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power132 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque105 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,550 rpm
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,050 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Brakes Front

PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,115 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth780 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,250 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,429 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height815 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity18 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2018

Its four-cylinder is silky smooth while delivering enough power to make you grin under your helmet. It is also very easy to move, which should make it a great commuter bike in everyday life and serve as an iconic fun bike at the weekend. The looks find the perfect straddle of classic design and modern details to form a coherent retro package that is also a worthy tribute to Kawasaki history. It's a great naked bike with a snazzy look.

Powerful and smooth engine

good looks

comfortable seating position

easy to ride

balanced handling. Not nervous and not ponderous

no shift assistant

heavier than other retro bikes in this class

seat a little too soft on long tours

no wind protection

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Triumph Speed Triple 1050 2009

Euphoria spread through the long bends. The Triple is a bit more expensive than some Nippon Nakeds with cheap chassis and you can feel it. It remains stable, you can open the throttle hard and you hit the line exactly.

More power

increased torque

reduced weight

agility

greatly improved geometry

precise and fast.

>100kg people might have space problems.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS vs Triumph Speed Triple 1050

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

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