Ducati 899 Panigale 2015 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2019

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Overview - Ducati 899 Panigale 2015 vs Kawasaki Z900 2019

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2019

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Technical Specifications Ducati 899 Panigale 2015 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2019

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	100 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	57.2 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	148 HP	Engine power	125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	99 Nm	Torque	98.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.5	Compression Ratio	11.8
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Displacement	Displacement	898 ccm	Displacement	948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Monocoque	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Technology	Technology	radial, Monoblock	Technology	Petal

Brakes Rear

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

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,075 mm	Length	2,070 mm
Height	Height	1,100 mm	Height	1,065 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,426 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	193 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	210 kg
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati 899 Panigale 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Fortunately, the new Kawasaki Z900 has lost none of its character through the use of electronics. It is and remains a playful mid-range naked bike, which at the same time masters the brisk pace on the country road magnificently. The riding pleasure and suitability for everyday use are high, the now installed riding aids offer a plus in safety. Your opponents will have a really hard time from now on.

Light and natural handling with high stability

Silky engine with full pull from mid revs

High chassis transparency, great feedback

Sitting position with feel-good factor

Fair price

TFT display mounted too low

Cumbersome menu operation

Rear view mirrors offer modest visibility