Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs. Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2018 compared to Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Kawasaki Z900 2018
Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore73.4 mmBore98 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke71.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power160 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque131 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque7,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,198 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter48 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
TravelTravel140 mmTravel159 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

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 width180 mmRear tyre width200 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,156 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,117 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,511 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height830 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

In the hotly contested naked bike segment, the Z900 plays right at the front. Above all, its engine is absolutely terrific, runs incredibly silky and offers rich power in all rev regions - as befits a Japanese four-cylinder. Its sporty, aggressive appearance matches this. It does without electronic bells and whistles, but still conveys a lot of confidence when chasing corners, braking and accelerating out of them. The low seat is especially beneficial for smaller riders, but taller riders might miss a flatter knee angle on long distances. The low weight and compactness make the Z900 particularly agile and easy to handle. A sporting cannon that is also extremely appealing in terms of price

Powerful and silky engine

great sound

chassis

sharp, sporty look

low seating position

easy handling and manoeuvrability.

Lack of traction control

Knee angle strenuous for tall riders in the long run

Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Ducati Monster 1200 R 2016

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Ducati Monster 1200 R

Price Kawasaki Z900

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