Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 vs. Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022
Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023
Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022
Overview - Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 vs Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022
In terms of engine and drive train, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 features an inline four-cylinder engine with a power output of 125 HP and a torque of 98.6 Nm. It utilizes a fuel injection system and has a displacement of 948 ccm. On the other hand, the Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 is equipped with a V2 engine that delivers a higher power output of 153 HP and a torque of 101.4 Nm. It also uses a fuel injection system and has a displacement of 955 ccm.
Both bikes have liquid cooling systems to ensure optimal engine temperature.
In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front. The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 offers adjustment options for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension of the Z900 SE is a swing arm with a monoshock absorber from Öhlins, which can be adjusted for preload and rebound. The Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 also has a monoshock rear suspension, but it is equipped with a Sachs shock absorber that offers adjustments for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension of the Streetfighter V2 is made of aluminum, while the Z900 SE's rear suspension material is not specified.
Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023
In terms of brakes, both bikes have double disc brakes at the front. The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 uses Brembo brakes with a diameter of 300 mm and four pistons. The front brakes of the Z900 SE feature petal technology. The Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 also uses Brembo brakes, but with a larger diameter of 320 mm and four pistons. The front brakes of the Streetfighter V2 are radial and monoblock.
Both bikes come equipped with advanced rider assistance systems. The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 features ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. The Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 offers riding modes, cornering ABS, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie.
In terms of dimensions and weights, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 has a front tire width of 120 mm and a rear tire width of 180 mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. It has a wheelbase of 1450 mm and a seat height of 795 mm. The kerb weight of the Z900 SE, including ABS, is 210 kg. The Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 has the same front and rear tire dimensions as the Z900 SE. It has a slightly longer wheelbase of 1465 mm and a higher seat height of 845 mm. The kerb weight of the Streetfighter V2, including ABS, is 200 kg.
Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022
In terms of equipment, both bikes feature LED headlights and a TFT display. The Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 also includes LED daytime running lights, while the Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 does not mention this feature.
In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 is praised for its powerful and sonorous four-cylinder engine, high-quality chassis components (including Öhlins rear suspension), strong Brembo brakes, good ergonomics, and easy handling. The Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 is praised for its high-revving V2 engine, comprehensive electronics package, finely responsive chassis, powerful brakes, precise handling, and sporty and refined appearance. It also offers a sporty and accessible seating position.
In terms of weaknesses, the Kawasaki 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 Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 has no fuel gauge, engine jerks at low revs, and experiences heat build-up under the driver's seat.
Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 compared to Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
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.
Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022
With the Streetfighter V2, Ducati has modified the Panigale V2 super sports bike and made it suitable for everyday use. Despite its visual similarity to the Streetfighter V4, it has a character of its own and also has airs and graces that make life with it a little difficult, but interesting on the other hand. The jerky engine running at low revs obviously doesn't bother Ducatisti, however, and instead they are pleased with 153 hp that hangs well on the throttle, finely responsive chassis components, high-quality brakes and complete electronic equipment - only the fuel gauge was forgotten. Similar to its riding qualities, however, the Streetfighter V2 is also priced upwards in the direction of hyper-naked bikes.
Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 SE vs Ducati Streetfighter V2
There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 and a Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 is about 57% higher. Compared to Ducati Streetfighter V2 2022 there are more Kawasaki Z900 SE 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 53 compared to 16. It takes less time to sell a Ducati Streetfighter V2 with 68 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 12 reviews for the Ducati Streetfighter V2 since model year 2022. 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 59,900 views for the first review on Ducati Streetfighter V2 published on 11/11/2021.