Ducati Monster 821 2015 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2018

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

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Overview - Ducati Monster 821 2015 vs Kawasaki Z900 2018

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Technical Specifications Ducati Monster 821 2015 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2018

Ducati Monster 821 2015
Kawasaki Z900 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore88 mmBore73.4 mm
StrokeStroke67.5 mmStroke56 mm
Engine powerEngine power112 HPEngine power125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,250 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque89 NmTorque98.6 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,750 rpmRpm at Torque7,700 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio11.8
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDesmodromicValvesDOHC
DisplacementDisplacement821 ccmDisplacement948 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeDouble cradle

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradial, MonoblockTechnologyPetal

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonSingle piston

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 height60 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,154 mmLength2,070 mm
WidthWidth867 mmWidth820 mm
HeightHeight1,061 mmHeight1,065 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,480 mmWheelbase1,450 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height785 mmSeat Height795 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)205.5 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)210 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Ducati Monster 821 2015

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Ducati Monster 821 vs Kawasaki Z900

Price Ducati Monster 821

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Price Kawasaki Z900

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