KTM 990 Super Duke 2009 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2022

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Kawasaki Z900 2022

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Overview - KTM 990 Super Duke 2009 vs Kawasaki Z900 2022

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Technical Specifications KTM 990 Super Duke 2009 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2022

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009
Kawasaki Z900 2022

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore101 mmBore73.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power120 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.5 Compression Ratio11.8
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement999 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height850 mmSeat Height795 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

KTM 990 Super Duke 2009

You can still enter the corner with precision or turn the bike on. You can still correct every radius easily and at will. The Superduke is still more fun than a leather trouser. And you can still take on anyone with it.

High performance device

extreme potential - not fully achievable.

Geometry

suboptimal ride comfort

instrument design.

Kawasaki Z900 2022

Kawasaki Z900 2022

The Kawasaki Z900 may not be up to scratch when it comes to modern, lean angle-dependent electronic features, but it's relatively cheap and you shouldn't underestimate the fan base of the good old inline four - the Z900 is one of the cheapest ways to own such a great engine with just under a litre of displacement in a sporty naked bike! The higher weight is noticeable, but not massively annoying, because the handling and stability are quite alright. In terms of "outdated" electronics, the most annoying thing is the missing shift assistant, which is not even available as an option. Overall, however, the Z900 is a great naked bike with a great price-performance ratio.

Light and natural handling with high stability

silky engine with full pull from low revs

high chassis transparency, great feedback

seating position with feel-good factor

absolutely fair price.

Relatively cumbersome operation of the menu

no slope-dependent assistance systems

high weight

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 990 Super Duke vs Kawasaki Z900

Price KTM 990 Super Duke

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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