Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022 vs. Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022

Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

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Overview - Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022 vs Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

The Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022 and the Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022 are both naked bikes that offer unique features and strengths.

Starting with the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022, it is equipped with a V-twin engine that delivers 65 HP of power and 73 Nm of torque. The engine is fuel-injected and has a displacement of 853cc. The bike features a double cradle steel frame, which provides stability and durability. The front suspension consists of a telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with dual shocks that can be adjusted for preload. The braking system includes a single disc with four-piston Brembo calipers at the front. The bike also comes with ABS and traction control as advanced rider assistance systems. The dimensions and weights of the V7 Stone include a front tire width of 100mm and diameter of 18 inches, a rear tire width of 150mm and diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1450mm, a seat height of 780mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 21 liters. The bike has a range of 428km and a combined fuel consumption of 4.9 l/100km.

Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022

Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022

The strengths of the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022 include its modern engine with a classic feel, low-maintenance cardan drive, comfortable seating position, good single-disc front brake, and superb design. However, it does have some weaknesses, such as LCD fittings that are not optimally readable and a strongly delayed gear display. Additionally, it has a higher weight compared to some other models.

Moving on to the Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022, it features an inline-four engine that delivers a powerful 111 HP of power and 98.5 Nm of torque. The engine is also fuel-injected and has a displacement of 948cc. The bike has a steel tubular frame, which provides strength and stability. The front suspension consists of an upside-down telescopic fork, while the rear suspension is a swing arm with a monoshock that can be adjusted for preload and rebound. The braking system includes double discs with four-piston Brembo calipers at the front. Similar to the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone, the Z900 RS SE also comes with ABS and traction control as advanced rider assistance systems. The dimensions and weights of the Z900 RS SE include a front tire width of 120mm and diameter of 17 inches, a rear tire width of 180mm and diameter of 17 inches, a wheelbase of 1470mm, a seat height of 835mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 17 liters. The bike has a range of 326km and a combined fuel consumption of 5.2 l/100km.

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

The strengths of the Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022 include its exclusivity, Öhlins shock, Brembo brakes with Stahlflex, classic round clocks, powerful engine, and minimal electronics. However, it does have some weaknesses, such as the absence of cruise control and the fact that it is often sold out right away due to its popularity.

In conclusion, both the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022 and the Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022 have their own unique features and strengths. The Moto Guzzi V7 Stone offers a modern engine with a classic feel and a comfortable seating position, while the Kawasaki Z900 RS SE provides exclusivity and a powerful engine. Ultimately, the choice between these two bikes will depend on the rider's preferences and priorities.

Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022 compared to Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022
Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line
BoreBore84 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power65 HPEngine power111 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power6,800 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque73 NmTorque98.5 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,000 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.5 Compression Ratio10.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughenedClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders4
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingliquid
LubricationLubricationFresh oilLubricationForced
DisplacementDisplacement853 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter40 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberDual ShockShock absorberMonoshock
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter300 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFloating caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter250 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter18 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,165 mmLength2,100 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth865 mm
HeightHeight1,100 mmHeight1,150 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,470 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height780 mmSeat Height835 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity17 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange428 kmRange326 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions119 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions124 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022

Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022

The Italians know exactly how to polish an icon - the V7 Stone also has the characteristic, longitudinally installed V2 engine with the typical sloping cylinders. And with this model in particular, this should appeal not only to true Guzzi fans, but also to all those who are looking for a balanced, uncomplicated motorbike. Although the engine has its typical vibrations, it behaves well, the chassis is more comfortable than sporty, and the seating position is also well suited to the comfortable character. The single-disc brakes at the front even grip surprisingly well and the overall look goes straight to the heart. Only the LCD instruments seem out of place and modern.

modern engine with classic feel

low-maintenance cardan drive

comfortable seating position

good single-disc brake at the front

superb design

LCD fittings not optimally readable, strongly delayed gear display

higher weight

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022

Kawasaki has done everything right with the Z900RS SE. The fact that the already very good and extremely charismatic Z900RS has been further upgraded with noble components not only feeds pride of ownership, but also brings the small advantages in the very sporty serious case that bring the summit victory. I would modify the saying "The better is the enemy of the good" for RS SE and RS as follows: "The better is the friend of the good." Whether RS or RS SE, retro at its best.

Exclusivity

Öhlins shock

Brembo with Stahlflex

Classic round clocks

Powerful engine

Few electronics

No cruise control

Always sold out right away

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Moto Guzzi V7 Stone vs Kawasaki Z900 RS SE

There are a few key differences between a Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 2022 and a Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2022. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 9. It takes less time to sell a Moto Guzzi V7 Stone with 119 days compared to 168 days for a Kawasaki Z900 RS SE. Since model year 2021 1000PS.de editors have written 4 reviews for the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone and 8 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 RS SE since model year 2022. The first review for the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone was published on 14/12/2020 and now has more than 72,300 views. This compares to more than 59,000 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z900 RS SE published on 16/08/2021.

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