Kawasaki Z650 2017 vs. Yamaha MT-09 2016
Kawasaki Z650 2017
Yamaha MT-09 2016
Overview - Kawasaki Z650 2017 vs Yamaha MT-09 2016
In terms of engine and drive train, both the Kawasaki Z650 2017 and the Yamaha MT-09 2016 have inline engines. However, the Yamaha MT-09 has a more powerful engine with 115 HP compared to the Z650's 68.2 HP. The torque of the MT-09 is also higher at 87.5 Nm compared to the Z650's 65.7 Nm. The MT-09 has three cylinders while the Z650 has two, and the displacement of the MT-09 is 847ccm while the Z650 is 649ccm.
In terms of suspension, both bikes have telescopic forks in the front. The chassis of the Z650 is made of steel while the MT-09 has an aluminum frame. The frame type of the Z650 is tubular while the MT-09 has a twin tube frame.
Kawasaki Z650 2017
Both bikes have double disk brakes in the front. The front tire width is the same for both bikes at 120mm, and the front tire diameter is also the same at 17 inches. However, the rear tire width of the MT-09 is wider at 180mm compared to the Z650's 160mm. The rear tire diameter is the same for both bikes at 17 inches.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the wheelbase of the MT-09 is slightly longer at 1440mm compared to the Z650's 1410mm. The seat height of the MT-09 is also higher at 815mm compared to the Z650's 790mm. The kerb weight of the MT-09 is slightly heavier at 188kg compared to the Z650's 185kg. With ABS, the kerb weight of the MT-09 is 191kg while the Z650 is 187.1kg. The fuel tank capacity of the Z650 is larger at 15 liters compared to the MT-09's 14 liters.
In terms of strengths, the Z650 has an even power delivery, a sporty chassis, compact dimensions, and a negative display. On the other hand, the MT-09 has a wonderfully powerful three-cylinder powerplant, three power modes, a fully adjustable chassis, a quickshifter as standard, a sporty upright seating position, good brakes, aggressive looks, and traction control.
Yamaha MT-09 2016
In terms of weaknesses, the Z650 is a little too small for tall people. The MT-09 has a saddle that is a little too hard for long tours and a license plate holder on the swingarm that offers less splash protection than a conventional one.
Overall, the Yamaha MT-09 2016 offers more power and features compared to the Kawasaki Z650 2017. However, the Z650 may be more suitable for riders who prefer a compact and agile bike.
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z650 2017 compared to Yamaha MT-09 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Kawasaki Z650 2017
The Kawasaki Z 650 is the tip of the middle class for small male and female riders. On its compact dimensions, you probably won't feel comfortable as a giant. Heart-warming feelings, however, come from the engine, which delights with a very smooth pull. On the chassis side, a Kawasaki-typical tight set-up was chosen, which finds a great compromise in everyday use. The negative display is very easy to read and is reminiscent of its predecessor, the ER-6n - very nice!
Yamaha MT-09 2016
The Yamaha MT-09 did not need to be reinvented for the coming season - it already was extremely well done almost four years ago. Instead, the Japanese focus on fine-tuning and adding practical, contemporary gimmicks such as traction control and automatic shifting. Due to the Euro4 standard, however, the engine management has been changed once again and offers an emphatically powerful but well controllable power delivery in standard mode; the power explosion of the first generation is now no longer offered even by the sharper A mode. The biggest change, recognisable at first glance, is the, in my opinion, extremely successful design with the more aggressive front and the newly designed rear. All in all, an even snazzier naked bike that was clearly built for the fun of motorcycling.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z650 vs Yamaha MT-09
There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z650 2017 and a Yamaha MT-09 2016. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Yamaha MT-09 2016 is about 25% higher. A Kawasaki Z650 2017 experiences a loss of 350 GBP in one year and 520 GBP in two years of ownership. This is offset by a loss of 430 GBP and 730 GBP for a Yamaha MT-09 2016. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 11. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z650 with 76 days compared to 87 days for a Yamaha MT-09. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 31 reviews for the Kawasaki Z650 and 57 reviews for the Yamaha MT-09 since model year 2013. The first review for the Kawasaki Z650 was published on 08/11/2016 and now has more than 25,000 views. This compares to more than 39,900 views for the first review on Yamaha MT-09 published on 10/06/2013.
