Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 vs. Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 vs Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 features an in-line four-cylinder engine with a power output of 125 HP and a torque of 98.6 Nm. On the other hand, the Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 is equipped with a V-twin engine that delivers a higher power output of 147 HP and a torque of 126.2 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling.

When it comes to suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front. The Z900 SE 2023 has an Öhlins monoshock at the rear, while the Monster 1200 S 2020 features a single swing arm with an Öhlins monoshock. The rear suspension of both bikes can be adjusted for compression, preload, and rebound. The Z900 SE 2023 has an aluminum swing arm, while the Monster 1200 S 2020 has an aluminum rear suspension.

In terms of brakes, both bikes have double disc brakes at the front with a diameter of 300 mm for the Z900 SE 2023 and 330 mm for the Monster 1200 S 2020. Both bikes also feature four-piston Brembo calipers. The front brakes of the Monster 1200 S 2020 use radial and monoblock technology, which provides enhanced braking performance.

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023

Both bikes are equipped with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The Z900 SE 2023 also has LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display, while the Monster 1200 S 2020 features LED headlights.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both bikes have a front tire width of 120 mm and a front tire diameter of 17 inches. The Z900 SE 2023 has a rear tire width of 180 mm and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches, while the Monster 1200 S 2020 has a rear tire width of 190 mm. The wheelbase of the Z900 SE 2023 is 1450 mm, slightly shorter than the 1485 mm wheelbase of the Monster 1200 S 2020. Both bikes have a seat height of 795 mm. The Z900 SE 2023 has a kerb weight of 210 kg with ABS, while the Monster 1200 S 2020 weighs slightly more at 211 kg with ABS.

In terms of equipment, the Z900 SE 2023 has LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display. The Monster 1200 S 2020, on the other hand, only has LED headlights.

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

In terms of strengths, the Z900 SE 2023 is praised for its powerful four-cylinder engine, high-quality chassis components including Öhlins suspension at the rear, strong Brembo brakes, good ergonomics, and easy handling. The Monster 1200 S 2020 is praised for its high-performance power unit with plenty of torque, fantastic electronic equipment including DTC, DWC, and RbW, freely configurable driving modes and assistance systems, high-quality chassis, great seating position, and overall coherent and harmonious concept.

In terms of weaknesses, the Z900 SE 2023 lacks a quickshifter, lean angle dependent traction control, and cornering ABS due to the absence of an IMU. It also has a relatively high weight. The Monster 1200 S 2020 has a quickshifter that requires some sensitivity to operate, increased wind load on the upper body at higher speeds, and the absence of a steering damper in the S variant.

Overall, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 and the Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 both offer powerful engines, high-quality components, and advanced rider assistance systems. However, the Monster 1200 S 2020 has a higher power output, more advanced electronic equipment, and a slightly more refined overall package, while the Z900 SE 2023 offers good performance and handling at a more affordable price point.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 compared to Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023
Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore73.4 mmBore106 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke67.9 mm
Engine powerEngine power125 HPEngine power147 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque126.2 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque7,750 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio13
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore56 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDesmodromic, DOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,198.4 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSingle swing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountDeflection
BrandBrandÖhlinsBrandÖhlins
TravelTravel140 mmTravel149 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake66.7 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail86.5 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter330 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter245 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,485 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)211 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
Stationary noiseStationary noise97 dBStationary noise97 dB

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023

Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023

The Z900 SE is not only a successful addition to the normal Z900, but actually the better and more sensible version. Because the refined fork, the Öhlins suspension strut that is not fully adjustable but more responsive, and the snappier Brembo M4.32 brake system make the SE refreshingly sportier and are well worth the extra price - especially if you also take into account the cool look of the Prestige components! However, the fact that a quickshifter is not even available at extra cost will hurt real sports enthusiasts. If you can live with the relatively high weight of over 214 kilos, you get a sufficiently manageable naked bike.

Powerful, pleasantly sonorous four-cylinder engine

high-quality chassis components, Öhlins at the rear

strong Brembo M4-32 brakes

good ergonomics

easy handling.

No quickshifter, not even optional

no lean angle dependent traction control and no cornering ABS due to missing IMU

high weight

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020

The Ducati Monster generates a whopping 147 hp and a powerful 124 Nm of torque from the 1200 cc water-cooled Testastretta twin cylinder. This means you are more than just well motorised in every situation on the country road! The overall concept of a light ready-to-ride total weight of 213 kg in combination with high-quality Öhlins suspension and top assistance systems makes the machine an almost perfect naked bike. Classic, timeless design paired with modern components make this Italo beauty an "insider tip" in times of 200 hp + hyper naked bike rockets! Small compromises have to be made with the wind protection and the quickshifter. The latter takes a little getting used to.

147 hp High-performance power unit with plenty of torque even at low revs

Fantastic electronic equipment, DTC, DWC, RbW and and and...

Driving modes and assistance systems are freely configurable

High-quality chassis and great seating position

Very coherent and harmonious overall concept - agile and manoeuvrable! Emotional Italo beauty!

The quickshifter requires a bit of sensitivity until you get the hang of it

wind load on the upper body increases noticeably from 130 km/h

a steering damper in the S variant would have been the icing on the cake

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 SE vs Ducati Monster 1200 S

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 and a Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 is about 45% higher. Compared to Ducati Monster 1200 S 2020 there are more Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 53 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Monster 1200 S with 102 days compared to 148 days for the Kawasaki Z900 SE. Since model year 2022 1000PS.de editors have written 12 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 SE and 6 reviews for the Ducati Monster 1200 S since model year 2014. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 SE was published on 16/09/2021 and now has more than 37,200 views. This compares to more than 24,400 views for the first review on Ducati Monster 1200 S published on 20/02/2014.

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