Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020 vs. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020 vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020 compared to Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020
Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022
Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore73.4 mmBore97.6 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke80 mm
Engine powerEngine power111 HPEngine power100 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,250 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque112 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,500 rpmRpm at Torque4,250 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.8 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement1,200 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel120 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
TravelTravel140 mmTravel120 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeCentral tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake22.3 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFixed caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, 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 width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height55 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength2,100 mmLength2,099 mm
WidthWidth865 mmWidth778 mm
HeightHeight1,150 mmHeight1,097 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,470 mmWheelbase1,413 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height835 mmSeat Height809 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)215 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity17 lFuel Tank Capacity14.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Kawasaki Z900 RS 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

Triumph Speed Twin 1200 2022

The Triumph Speed Twin could be the height of emotion for fans of classic Triumph motorbikes. The engine pushes like a tractor in every situation and spoils you with a wonderful sound. Chassis and brake components are of high quality and the looks are inspiring. Unfortunately, tall riders cannot enjoy the small 1200 quite as easily as riders under 1.85 metres.

powerful punch from the rev range

high-quality workmanship

sporty chassis

great looks

compact dimensions could become a problem for tall pilots

heat development of the engine

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 RS vs Triumph Speed Twin 1200

Price Kawasaki Z900 RS

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Price Triumph Speed Twin 1200

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