Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs. Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

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Overview - Kawasaki Z900 2018 vs Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

The Kawasaki Z900 2018 and the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017 are both popular naked bikes that offer impressive performance and features.

Starting with the Kawasaki Z900 2018, it boasts a powerful and smooth engine with 125.4 HP and 98.6 Nm of torque. The fuel injection system ensures efficient and reliable performance. The bike is equipped with a 4-cylinder engine and liquid cooling, which helps maintain optimal operating temperatures. With a displacement of 948ccm, the Z900 offers plenty of power for thrilling rides.

In terms of suspension, the Z900 features an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. Both the front and rear suspension offer preload and rebound adjustment, allowing riders to fine-tune their riding experience. The frame of the Z900 is made of steel and has a double cradle design, providing stability and rigidity.

When it comes to braking, the Z900 is equipped with double disk brakes at the front, measuring 300mm in diameter. The four-piston calipers and petal technology ensure excellent stopping power. The bike also features ABS as an advanced rider assistance system, enhancing safety during braking.

Kawasaki Z900 2018

Kawasaki Z900 2018

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Z900 has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1450mm, providing stability and agility. The seat height is relatively low at 795mm, making it accessible for riders of different heights.

Moving on to the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017, it is equipped with an inline 3-cylinder engine that delivers 118 HP and 77 Nm of torque. The fuel injection system ensures efficient power delivery. With a displacement of 765ccm, the Street Triple offers a good balance of power and agility.

The suspension of the Street Triple consists of an upside-down telescopic fork at the front and a swing arm with a monoshock at the rear. Both the front and rear suspension offer compression, preload, and rebound adjustment, allowing riders to fine-tune their riding experience. The frame of the Street Triple is made of aluminum and has a twin tube design, providing a lightweight and rigid structure.

When it comes to braking, the Street Triple features double disk brakes at the front, measuring 310mm in diameter. The four-piston radial monoblock calipers ensure excellent braking performance. The bike also comes with ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control as advanced rider assistance systems, enhancing safety and control.

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Street Triple has a front tire width of 120mm and a rear tire width of 180mm, both with a diameter of 17 inches. The wheelbase measures 1410mm, providing stability and agility. The seat height is slightly higher at 825mm, offering a more commanding riding position.

In terms of strengths, the Kawasaki Z900 2018 offers a powerful and smooth engine, great sound, a sharp and sporty look, and easy handling. The low seating position adds to the bike's maneuverability. On the other hand, the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017 boasts a powerful powertrain, great sound, super brakes, and a sufficiently comfortable riding experience. The bike also features a color TFT display, ABS that can be switched off, and traction control as standard. The Street Triple is also very light, contributing to its agility.

However, the Kawasaki Z900 2018 has a lack of traction control, which can be a drawback for riders who prioritize safety. Additionally, tall riders may find the knee angle strenuous during long rides. As for the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017, it has a slightly rougher throttle response compared to its top model RS variant, which may affect the overall riding experience.

Overall, both the Kawasaki Z900 2018 and the Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017 offer impressive performance and features, making them worthy contenders in the naked bike segment. Riders can choose based on their preferences for power, handling, and additional features.

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Z900 2018 compared to Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

Kawasaki Z900 2018
Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeIn line
BoreBore73.4 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke56 mmStroke53.4 mm
Engine powerEngine power125.4 HPEngine power118 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power12,000 rpm
TorqueTorque98.6 NmTorque77 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,700 rpmRpm at Torque9,400 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.8 Compression Ratio12.65
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders4Cylinders3
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement948 ccmDisplacement765 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel120 mmTravel115 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

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

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameAluminium
Frame typeFrame typeDouble cradleFrame typeTwin Tube
RakeRake65 degreeRake66.1 degree
TrailTrail105 mmTrail100 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
Shock mountShock mountFixed caliperShock mountFloating caliper
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyPetalTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter250 mmDiameter220 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, 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
LengthLength2,070 mmLength2,065 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,085 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,450 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height795 mmSeat Height825 mm
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

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

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017

The golden mean of the three Street Triple Schwesetern S, R and RS inspires with balanced riding performance - not too comfortable but far enough away from the top model RS. The engine characteristics aim for a bulbous middle in the rev range and exude a lot of charisma - among other things because of the unique sound. In terms of handling, there is hardly anything better; the Street Triple is the lightest in its class. For smaller riders, there is a version with a low seat height, and for A2 licence holders, there is a variant with 95 hp that can easily be throttled down to 48 hp.

powerful powertrain

decent torque

great sound

super brakes

sufficiently comfortable

colour TFT display

ABS can be switched off

traction control standard

very light

independent look

Slightly rougher throttle response

noticeable distance to the top model RS

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Kawasaki Z900 vs Triumph Street Triple 765 R

There are a few key differences between a Kawasaki Z900 2018 and a Triumph Street Triple 765 R 2017. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 55. It takes less time to sell a Triumph Street Triple 765 R with 86 days compared to 112 days for the Kawasaki Z900. Since model year 2017 1000PS.de editors have written 46 reviews for the Kawasaki Z900 and 15 reviews for the Triumph Street Triple 765 R since model year 2017. 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 58,400 views for the first review on Triumph Street Triple 765 R published on 10/01/2017.

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