Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2020

Aprilia Shiver 900 2017

Aprilia Shiver 900 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

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Overview - Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 vs Kawasaki Z900 2020

The Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 and the Kawasaki Z900 2020 are both naked bikes with similar technical specifications. However, there are some notable differences between the two models.

In terms of engine performance, the Kawasaki Z900 2020 has a more powerful engine with 125.4 HP compared to the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017's 95.2 HP. The Kawasaki also has higher torque at 98.6 Nm compared to the Aprilia's 90 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

Both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and swing arm with monoshock for the rear suspension. The Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has preload and rebound adjustments for both the front and rear suspension, while the Kawasaki Z900 2020 has preload and rebound adjustments for the rear suspension only. The rear suspension of both bikes is made of aluminum.

Aprilia Shiver 900 2017

Aprilia Shiver 900 2017

In terms of chassis, both bikes have steel frames. However, the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has a tubular frame type, while the Kawasaki Z900 2020 has a double cradle frame type.

Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front with four pistons. The Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has larger front brake disks with a diameter of 320 mm compared to the Kawasaki Z900 2020's 300 mm front brake disks. The Kawasaki also has petal technology for its front brakes.

Both bikes come equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the two bikes have similar front and rear tire widths and diameters. The Kawasaki Z900 2020 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1450 mm compared to the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017's 1440 mm. The seat height of the Kawasaki is slightly lower at 795 mm compared to the Aprilia's 800 mm.

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

In terms of strengths, the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has a sophisticated engine with a good ride-by-wire set-up, disengageable traction control, stable handling, a timeless look, a comfortable seating position, and powerful, well-dosed brakes. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z900 2020 has a powerful four-cylinder engine, great handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and offers value for money.

In terms of weaknesses, the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 has a rev range that ends at just under 9000 rpm and its handling could be better. The Kawasaki Z900 2020 has menu navigation that can be somewhat tiring and does not offer a quickshifter option.

Overall, both the Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 and the Kawasaki Z900 2020 are capable naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The choice between the two would depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2020

Aprilia Shiver 900 2017
Kawasaki Z900 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore92 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke67.4 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power95.2 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque90 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11 Compression Ratio11.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement896.1 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel130 mmTravel140 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, 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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,120 mmLength2,070 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,440 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height800 mmSeat Height795 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Aprilia Shiver 900 2017

Aprilia Shiver 900 2017

As we all know, there's life in the old dog yet not all two-cylinder engines in the Aprilia range have fallen victim to the Euro4 standard, the mid-range lives on - and how! The Shiver 900 not only has more torque thanks to increased displacement, but also an excellently tuned ride-by-wire system. Added to this are further electronic features such as three mappings as well as adjustable and disengageable traction control and ABS. The timeless look hardly changes, but a colour TFT display is now used for the most modern demands.

Sophisticated engine with good ride-by-wire set-up

disengageable traction control

stable handling

timeless look

comfortable seating position

powerful, well-dosed brakes.

Rev range ends at just under 9000 rpm

handling could be better

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, even if the option of a quickshifter would have been a nice extra. Apart from that: great shot, Kawasaki!

powerful four-cylinder

great handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Aprilia Shiver 900 vs Kawasaki Z900

There are a few key differences between a Aprilia Shiver 900 2017 and a Kawasaki Z900 2020. It takes less time to sell a Aprilia Shiver 900 with 89 days compared to 124 days for a Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 6 reviews for the Aprilia Shiver 900 and 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 since model year 2017. The first review for the Aprilia Shiver 900 was published on 10/08/2017 and now has more than 66,700 views. This compares to more than 93,200 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 published on 11/11/2016.

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