KTM 690 Duke 2015 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2018

KTM 690 Duke 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2018
Visão geral - KTM 690 Duke 2015 vs Kawasaki Z900 2018
The KTM 690 Duke 2015 and the Kawasaki Z900 2018 are both naked bikes with their own unique features and specifications.
Starting with the KTM 690 Duke 2015, it is powered by a single-cylinder engine with a power output of 68 HP and a torque of 70 Nm. The liquid-cooled engine has a displacement of 690 ccm. The bike features a telescopic upside-down front suspension and a chromoly frame. The front brakes have four pistons and use radial technology. The bike has a front tire width of 120 mm and a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 160 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1466 mm and the seat height is 835 mm. The bike weighs 149.5 kg with ABS.

KTM 690 Duke 2015
On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 2018 is equipped with a four-cylinder engine that delivers a power output of 125.4 HP and a torque of 98.6 Nm. The liquid-cooled engine has a displacement of 948 ccm. The bike features a telescopic upside-down front suspension and a steel frame with a double cradle design. The front brakes also have four pistons but use pétala technology. The front tire width is 120 mm with a diameter of 17 inches, while the rear tire has a width of 180 mm and a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly shorter than the KTM at 1450 mm and the seat height is 795 mm. The bike weighs 210 kg with ABS.
In terms of strengths, the KTM 690 Duke 2015 is suitable for daily use, with smooth operation and low vibration. Its highly developed single-cylinder engine provides versatility. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 2018 boasts a powerful and smooth engine, excellent sound, an elegant and sporty appearance, and a low seating position. It is also known for its easy handling and maneuverability.

Kawasaki Z900 2018
However, the KTM 690 Duke 2015 has a weakness in that its Track Pack comes at an additional cost, and it may not be sporty enough for the race track. The Kawasaki Z900 2018, on the other hand, lacks traction control and the knee angle may become tiring for tall riders in the long run.
In conclusion, while both bikes have their own strengths and weaknesses, the KTM 690 Duke 2015 is more suitable for daily use with its smooth operation and versatility, while the Kawasaki Z900 2018 offers a powerful and smooth engine, along with an elegant and sporty design.
Especificações técnicas KTM 690 Duke 2015 em comparação com Kawasaki Z900 2018
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KTM 690 Duke 2015

É inacreditável como a KTM desenvolveu o monocilíndrico sem sacrificar o desempenho. Pode ser considerado um golpe de génio o facto de, no âmbito da norma EURO4, a cultura de funcionamento do motor ter sido aumentada, aumentando ao mesmo tempo a potência. A curva de binário plana é responsável pela propulsão suave e potente. A partir das 4000 rotações, a Duke empurra com força e atinge as 8500 rotações. Mesmo a baixas rotações, o motor não gagueja nem engole, o que é uma vantagem na cidade. A maior força da Duke, para além da sua capacidade de condução, é a sua manobrabilidade, razão pela qual se pode dizer que é um brinquedo. Só quando estamos na pista de corridas e a atacar com força é que desejamos ter o "R" debaixo do rabo.
Kawasaki Z900 2018

No disputadíssimo segmento das motos naked, a Z900 joga mesmo na frente. Acima de tudo, o seu motor é absolutamente fantástico, funciona de forma incrivelmente sedosa e oferece uma potência rica em todas as rotações - como convém a um quatro cilindros japonês. O seu aspeto desportivo e agressivo corresponde a isto. Não necessita de sinos e assobios electrónicos, mas ainda assim transmite muita confiança quando segue as curvas, trava e acelera. O assento baixo é especialmente benéfico para os condutores mais pequenos, mas os condutores mais altos podem sentir falta de um ângulo de joelho mais plano em longas distâncias. O baixo peso e a compacidade tornam a Z900 particularmente ágil e fácil de manusear. Um canhão desportivo que também é extremamente apelativo em termos de preço
Comparação de preços Preço médio de mercado KTM 690 Duke vs Kawasaki Z900
There are a few key differences between a KTM 690 Duke 2015 and a Kawasaki Z900 2018. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 2018 is about 31% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z900 2018 there are less KTM 690 Duke 2015 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 10 compared to 55. It takes less time to sell a KTM 690 Duke with 76 days compared to 112 days for a Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2008 1000PS.de editors have written 29 reviews for the KTM 690 Duke and 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 since model year 2017. The first review for the KTM 690 Duke was published on 28/09/2007 and now has more than 14 800 views. This compares to more than 93 200 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 published on 11/11/2016.