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Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024 vs. BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024 vs BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024 compared to BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024
BMW R 12 nineT 2024
Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024
Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024
BMW R 12 nineT 2024
BMW R 12 nineT 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore73.4 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power109 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98.5 NmTorque115 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore36 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentCompression, Preload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine
RakeRake65 degreeRake62.3 degree
TrailTrail98 mmTrail110.7 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountSemi-SchwimmsattelShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control

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 width180 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,130 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth870 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,511 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)220 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity16 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange326 kmRange313 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions124 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions119 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption5.2 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Kawasaki Z900 RS SE 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

BMW R 12 nineT 2024

BMW has not only given the nineT model series an updated name and a polished design, but also a large chunk of versatility. It remains the characterful naked bike with a vibrant boxer engine, but can also offer significantly more riding pleasure thanks to the new ergonomics, adjustable suspension, better brakes and quickshifter for the first time. Looking good, relaxed cruising or pops through the twisties - the BMW R 12 nineT can do it all!

Great old-school boxer with now EU5+ homologation

First modern quickshifter for this engine

Top brakes

Very sensitive, fully adjustable chassis

Versatile ergonomics

Lots of cool accessory options Agile riding performance

Quickshifter very jerky when shifting up in some situations

Clutch requires a lot of manual force

Considerable price, especially with accessories

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS SE vs BMW R 12 nineT

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS SE

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 12 nineT

Model year
Current average market prices

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