Kawasaki Z900 2025 vs. KTM 690 Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2025

KTM 690 Duke 2009

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2025 compared to KTM 690 Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2025

KTM 690 Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2025

KTM 690 Duke 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	73.4 mm	Bore	102 mm
Engine power	Engine power	124 HP	Engine power	65 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.8	Compression Ratio	11.8
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	948 ccm	Displacement	654 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Fixed caliper
Technology	Technology	Petal	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,472 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	865 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	17 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2025

The new Z900 masters the balancing act between modernisation and proven virtues remarkably well. The 6-axle IMU, the precise quickshifter and the new electronics package make it technically absolutely up-to-date, while the characterful four-cylinder engine loses none of its fascination despite Euro 5+. The harmonious setup of all components is particularly impressive: whether suspension, engine or ergonomics - the overall package is just right.

Harmonious engine with impressive acceleration in the mid-range

very well functioning quickshifter with precise responsiveness

mature riding performance with a good compromise between stability and nimble handling

sensitive 6-axle IMU with harmonious control

superbly tuned seating position

excellent engine reponsiveness

confident cornering behaviour with transparent feedback from the front

harmonious electronics that do not restrict riding pleasure

smooth transmission with perfectly tuned ratios

first-class stop-and-go behaviour in city traffic

intuitive bike for beginners and experienced riders

slim waist despite four-cylinder layout

Great 5 inch display but the possibilities are not perfectly utilised with the Rideology app

licence plate holder seems a little carelessly integrated into the design

fuel consumption in practice significantly higher than factory specification (6.0-6.5l instead of 4.8l)

suspension of the basic version a little stiff on poor asphalt

promised app functions not yet available at the time of testing

KTM 690 Duke 2009

Are there so many people who don't need 100 hp to stabilise their ego? I think with previous single-cylinder models, it was always the design that was the problem, not the lack of power. The Duke manages to look really high-quality even as a small single-cylinder.

Stable frame

relatively low overall weight

good chassis

high-quality components

strong braking system

handling.

Significantly weaker single-cylinder engine

somewhat less comfort

somewhat less power.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs KTM 690 Duke

Price Kawasaki Z900

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