Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs. Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2020 vs Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

The Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021 are both naked bikes from Kawasaki, but they have several differences in terms of technical specifications and strengths.

Starting with the technical specifications, the Kawasaki Z900 2020 is equipped with a 948cc in-line four-cylinder engine that produces 125.4 horsepower and 98.6 Nm of torque. It has a fuel injection system and a liquid cooling system. The bike features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with preload and rebound adjustment, and a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock absorber and preload and rebound adjustment. The frame is made of steel and the front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 300mm. The bike also comes with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control. It has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is 1450mm and the seat height is 795mm. The bike weighs 210kg and is equipped with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021 is equipped with a more powerful 998cc in-line four-cylinder engine that produces 200 horsepower and 137 Nm of torque. It also has a fuel injection system and a liquid cooling system. The bike features an upside-down telescopic fork front suspension with compression, preload, and rebound adjustment, and a swing arm rear suspension with a monoshock absorber and compression, preload, and rebound adjustment. The frame is made of steel and has a tubular design. The front brakes are double disk with a diameter of 320mm and use radial monoblock technology. In addition to ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control, the Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021 also comes with suspension electronically adjustable, cornering ABS, launch control, quickshifter, and anti-wheelie. The front tire width is 120mm and the rear tire width is 190mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase is slightly longer at 1455mm and the seat height is higher at 830mm. The bike weighs 240kg and is equipped with LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, and a TFT display.

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2020 is praised for its powerful four-cylinder engine, great handling, good equipment, aggressive looks, and value for money. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021 stands out for its incredibly powerful engine, comfortable electronic chassis, independent look with good wind protection for a naked bike, and a good braking system.

Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

However, both bikes have their weaknesses. The Kawasaki Z900 2020 has a somewhat tiring menu navigation and lacks the quickshifter option. On the other hand, the Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021 has a high weight and handlebars that are a little too narrow.

In conclusion, the Kawasaki Z900 2020 and the Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021 are both impressive naked bikes with their own strengths and weaknesses. The Z900 offers a powerful and well-equipped option at a more affordable price, while the Z H2 SE provides an even more powerful engine and advanced electronic features at a higher price point. Ultimately, the choice between the two will depend on the rider's preferences and budget.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2020 compared to Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

Kawasaki Z900 2020
Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore76 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke55 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power200 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power11,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque137 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio11.2
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders4
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement998 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountUni Trak
TravelTravel140 mmTravel134 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTubular
RakeRake65 degreeRake65.1 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail104 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountSemi-Schwimmsattel
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Launch-Control, Ride by Wire, Quickshifter, 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 width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,085 mm
WidthWidth820 mmWidth810 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,130 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,455 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height830 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)210 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)240 kg
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 2020

Kawasaki Z900 2020

In terms of price-performance, the Kawasaki Z900 is hard to beat at the moment. With the perfectly tuned engine, the high-quality chassis components and the electronics added for 2020, this naked bike offers everything that sporty riders will be looking for. There is really nothing to complain about, even if the option of a quickshifter would have been a nice extra. Apart from that: great shot, Kawasaki!

powerful four-cylinder

great handling

good equipment

aggressive looks

value for money

Menu navigation somewhat tiring

missing quickshifter option

Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021

What a naked bike! The Kawasaki Z H2 SE has one thing that is absolutely addictive: a supercharged power unit that works like a steam catapult! The 200 hp from exactly one litre of displacement actually seem to unite from idle and tug together on the chain right up to the limiter. Nor can the Z H2 SE be accused of lacking stability; the electronically adjustable chassis does a good job and above all provides sufficient comfort. At almost 240 kilos ready to ride, the Kawa is of course no lightweight and needs to be pushed into the bends, but you can't call it unwieldy either. A slightly wider handlebar would help. The appearance is clearly a matter of taste, but the protruding front offers comparatively good wind protection.

incredibly powerful engine

the electronic chassis offers comfort

independent look with good wind protection for a naked bike

good braking system

High weight

handlebars a little too narrow

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Kawasaki Z H2 SE

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2020 and a Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021. In terms of price, the actual average price of a Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021 is about 95% higher. Compared to Kawasaki Z H2 SE 2021 there are more Kawasaki Z900 2020 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 34 compared to 5. It takes less time to sell a Kawasaki Z H2 SE with 70 days compared to 124 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 9 reviews for the Kawasaki Z H2 SE since model year 2021. 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 24,400 views for the first review on Kawasaki Z H2 SE published on 23/11/2020.

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