Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs. Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The Kawasaki Z900 2018 and the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 are both naked bikes that offer a thrilling riding experience.

Starting with the engine and drive train, the Kawasaki Z900 2018 is equipped with a powerful in-line engine that delivers 125.4 HP and 98.6 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 features an in-line crankpin offset engine with slightly lower power at 92 HP and torque at 75 Nm. Both bikes have fuel injection systems and liquid cooling, ensuring optimal performance.

In terms of suspension, both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks at the front and swing arm suspension at the rear. The rear suspension is equipped with a monoshock and offers adjustment options such as preload and rebound in the case of the Kawasaki Z900 2018, and only preload in the case of the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023.

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

When it comes to the chassis, both bikes feature steel frames, providing stability and durability. The Kawasaki Z900 2018 has a slightly longer wheelbase at 1450 mm compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 with a wheelbase of 1420 mm. Both bikes have a comfortable seat height of 795 mm.

In terms of braking, both bikes have double disc brakes at the front with four pistons. The Kawasaki Z900 2018 has a larger front brake diameter at 300 mm compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 with a diameter of 296 mm. The Kawasaki Z900 2018 utilizes petal technology for its front brakes, while the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 uses radial technology.

In terms of assistance systems, both bikes are equipped with ABS for enhanced safety. However, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 offers more advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, ride by wire, traction control, and anti-wheelie, providing a higher level of electronic control.

Moving on to the dimensions and weights, both bikes have the same front tire width of 120 mm and diameter of 17 inches. However, the Kawasaki Z900 2018 has a wider rear tire at 180 mm compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 with a width of 160 mm. Both bikes have a similar seat height of 795 mm. The Kawasaki Z900 2018 weighs slightly more at 210 kg compared to the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 at 190 kg.

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2018 is praised for its powerful and silky engine, great sound, sharp and sporty look, low seating position, and easy handling and maneuverability. On the other hand, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 is commended for its powerful high-torque engine, good brakes, comfortable seating position, agile handling, well-balanced chassis, extensive electronics, and affordable optional quickshifter. Additionally, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 is highly regarded for its excellent price.

However, the Kawasaki Z900 2018 does have some weaknesses, including the lack of traction control and a knee angle that may be strenuous for tall riders during long rides. On the other hand, the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 is criticized for its steel box swing arm, which may not be particularly visually appealing.

In conclusion, both the Kawasaki Z900 2018 and the Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 offer exciting naked bike options with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. It ultimately comes down to personal preference and priorities when choosing between these two models.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2018 compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Kawasaki Z900 2018
Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore73.4 mmBore87 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke63.5 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power92 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque75 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque7,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
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
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement755 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel130 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel150 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
RakeRake65 degreeRake25 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail99 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control, Anti-wheelie

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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,090 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth780 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,420 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)190 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2, A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

In the hotly contested naked bike segment, the Z900 plays right at the front. Above all, its engine is absolutely terrific, runs incredibly silky and offers rich power in all rev regions - as befits a Japanese four-cylinder. Its sporty, aggressive appearance matches this. It does without electronic bells and whistles, but still conveys a lot of confidence when chasing corners, braking and accelerating out of them. The low seat is especially beneficial for smaller riders, but taller riders might miss a flatter knee angle on long distances. The low weight and compactness make the Z900 particularly agile and easy to handle. A sporting cannon that is also extremely appealing in terms of price

Powerful and silky engine

great sound

chassis

sharp, sporty look

low seating position

easy handling and manoeuvrability.

Lack of traction control

Knee angle strenuous for tall riders in the long run

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

Honda CB750 Hornet 2023

The new Hornet 750 is a really successful naked bike that sets itself above most competitors in the upper entry-level bike class with its wonderfully agile and powerful engine, balanced handling and chassis, comfortable riding position and, last but not least, its extensive electronic equipment. Actually, it comes very close to the middle class, only the boring swingarm and the narrow 160 rear tyre (which, however, helps the handling enormously) do not quite fit into this segment. However, it is hardly more expensive than the entry-level bikes, and instead a few, sometimes even many thousands cheaper than the mid-range. That makes it an unbeatable offer!

Powerful, high-torque engine

good brakes

comfortable seating position

agile handling

well-balanced chassis

extensive electronics

affordable, optional quickshifter

excellent price

Steel box swing arm not particularly sexy

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Honda CB750 Hornet

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2018 and a Honda CB750 Hornet 2023. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z900 2018 is about 14% higher. Compared to Honda CB750 Hornet 2023 there are less Kawasaki Z900 2018 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 55 compared to 76. It takes less time to sell a Honda CB750 Hornet with 60 days compared to 112 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 15 reviews for the Honda CB750 Hornet since model year 2023. The first review for the Kawasaki Z900 was published on 11/11/2016 and now has more than 93,200 views. This compares to more than 57,900 views for the first review on Honda CB750 Hornet published on 08/09/2022.

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