Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026 vs. Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026

Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026 vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026

Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026 compared to Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026
Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025
Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026
Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026
Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025
Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore70 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke58.6 mm
Engine powerEngine power116 HPEngine power45.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,300 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98 NmTorque42.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.3
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore32 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationForcedLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement499 ccm

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control, KCMF, KIBS, Modern electronics, IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), Electronic throttle control, Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS), KTRC, Cornering traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width120 mmFront tyre width130 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width180 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,250 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth785 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,100 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,465 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height735 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)216 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)176 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity13 l
RangeRange340 kmRange342 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions117 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions89 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.8 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, Modern electronics, Comfort, LightingEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026

Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition 2026

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

Kawasaki Eliminator 500 2025

The Kawasaki Eliminator 500 is a successful bike in a competitive price segment. The latest addition from the green brand offers easy handling and riding pleasure at an attractive price. Beginners, returning riders and smart bikers will all enjoy this urban cruiser. In my opinion, the Kawasaki Eliminator 500 could achieve cult status.

Handling, despite low ground clearance, an attack the twisties

Engine, good torque

Weight, 167 kg

Gearbox, excellent shifting

Seating position, comfortably neutral Driving licence class A2

Rear-view mirror, stylish but hardly any visibility to the rear tyres, IRC spongy, gives hardly any feedback

Price Comparison Average Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition vs Kawasaki Eliminator 500

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS Black Ball Edition

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Price Kawasaki Eliminator 500

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